Aerospace Materials Global Market Report 2026

The primary components in aerospace materials, tailored for aircraft applications, encompass metal alloys and polymer-based materials, distinguished by their elevated tensile strength, heightened thermal resilience, increased transparency, and robust surface structure.

These materials are predominantly categorized as aluminum alloys, steel alloys, titanium alloys, superalloys, and composites. Aluminum alloys, for instance, incorporate additional elements to augment the inherent strength of pure aluminum. They find utility across diverse aircraft types such as commercial, business, general aviation, civil helicopters, military, and serve applications within aircraft interiors and exteriors.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have affected the aerospace materials market by increasing costs for imported aluminum alloys, titanium alloys, super alloys, and advanced composites, thereby raising manufacturing expenses and supply chain complexity. These impacts are most pronounced across commercial and military aircraft segments and in regions such as North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific that rely on cross-border sourcing of specialty materials. However, tariffs have also encouraged localized material production, supplier diversification, and strategic stockpiling, supporting domestic manufacturing capabilities and improving long-term supply chain resilience.

The aerospace materials market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides aerospace materials market statistics, including aerospace materials industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a aerospace materials market share, detailed aerospace materials market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the aerospace materials industry. This aerospace materials market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.

The aerospace materials market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $39.52 billion in 2025 to $43.13 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in commercial aircraft production, expansion of global air passenger traffic, rising defense and military aircraft spending, increased use of aluminum and titanium alloys in airframes, long-term investments in aerospace manufacturing infrastructure.

The aerospace materials market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $58.28 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for next-generation fuel-efficient aircraft, rising adoption of composite-intensive aircraft platforms, growth in unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), expansion of aircraft maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO) activities, continued modernization of military fleets. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of lightweight and high-strength aerospace materials, growing use of advanced composites in aircraft structures, rising demand for high-temperature and corrosion-resistant alloys, expansion of materials designed for fuel efficiency and emission reduction, increasing focus on extended material lifespan and fatigue resistance.

Rising commercial aircraft deliveries are expected to propel the growth of the aerospace materials market in the coming years. Commercial aircraft play a vital role in modern transportation systems, allowing the rapid and efficient movement of passengers and goods worldwide. These aircraft depend heavily on aerospace materials to achieve optimal performance, ensure safety, enhance fuel efficiency, and improve passenger comfort. For example, in September 2024, according to the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA), a U.S.-based trade organization, the U.S. aerospace and defense industry achieved a notable milestone in 2023, generating more than $955 billion in sales, representing a 7.1 percent increase compared to the previous year. Additionally, the Aerospace and Defense (A&D) workforce expanded by 4.8 percent from 2022 to 2023, exceeding the national average growth rate of 1.7 percent. Consequently, the growing number of commercial aircraft deliveries is expected to support the expansion of the aerospace materials market.

Major companies in the aerospace materials manufacturing sector are focusing on technological advancements, such as RTM (Resin Transfer Molding) resin and rapid-cure prepreg, to enhance performance, reduce production times, and improve the efficiency of composite structures in aerospace applications. RTM resin and rapid-cure prepreg are advanced composite materials designed for the efficient production of lightweight, strong components, allowing for faster manufacturing processes while adhering to the industry's stringent performance and safety standards. For example, in June 2023, Hexcel, a U.S.-based industrial materials company, launched HexPly M51 prepreg and HiFlow HF610F-2 resin. HexPly M51 prepreg is a rapid-cure aerospace material that is fully compatible with automated processes like Automated Tape Laying (ATL) and Automated Fiber Placement (AFP). HiFlow HF610F-2 resin is an RTM resin suitable for high-rate manufacturing of small to medium-sized parts. These innovations are designed to enable higher production rates in the aerospace materials sector.

On August 12, 2024, Pexco LLC, a U.S.-based plastic extrusion company, acquired Precise Aerospace Manufacturing for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to enhance Pexco's aerospace capabilities and expand its product offerings. Precise Aerospace Manufacturing is a U.S.-based aerospace company that specializes in providing aerospace materials.

Major companies operating in the aerospace materials market report are Allegheny Technologies Incorporated, Arconic Corporation, Constellium SE, Hexcel Corporation, Solvay SA, Toray Industries Inc., Du Pont, Novelis Inc., Teijin Ltd., Materion Corp, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Tata Advanced Systems Limited, Aequs Aerospace, Dynamatic Technologies Limited, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd., Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Subaru Corporation, Quickstep Holdings Limited, RUAG Australia, AVIC Shenyang Aircraft Company Ltd, Aecc Aviation Power Co., Ltd, China Shipbuilding Industry Company Ltd, Gaona Aero Material Co. Ltd, MTU Aero Engines, Diehl Aerospace, OHB SE, Premium AEROTEC, Dassault Aviation, Safran, Airbus Defence and Space, Alestis Aerospace, Saab AB, Sukhoi Company, Aerostar, IAR Ghimbav, Apollo Aerospace Components, AERO Vodochody, PBS Velka Bites, PZL Mielec, Lockheed Martin Corporation, The Boeing Company, Spirit AeroSystems, Inc, Magellan Aerospace, Avcorp Industries Inc, Heroux-Devtek, Kordsa, Turkish Aerospace Industries, Kenya Aerotech Limited, Aerosud Aviation (Pty) Ltd, Paramount Group, Cairo Aviation

Europe was the largest region in the aerospace materials market in 2025. The regions covered in the aerospace materials market are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the aerospace materials market are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The aerospace materials market consists of sales of graphene, polymer composites, glass-fiber-reinforced plastic, carbon fiber, and glass- and aramid-reinforced epoxy. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

Aerospace Materials Market Global Report 2026 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses aerospace materials market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
• The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
• The updated trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it evolves and highlights emerging technology trends such as digital transformation, automation, sustainability initiatives, and AI-driven innovation. It suggests how companies can leverage these advancements to strengthen their market position and achieve competitive differentiation.
• The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
• The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
• The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
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• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
• The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
• Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
• The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
• The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.

Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Type: Aluminum Alloys; Steel Alloys; Titanium Alloys; Super Alloys; Composites; Other Types
• 2) By Aircraft Type: Commercial Aircraft; Business and General Aviation; Civil Helicopters; Military; Other Aircraft Types
• 3) By Application: Interior; Exterior
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Aluminum Alloys: 2xxx Series (Copper Alloys); 5xxx Series (Magnesium Alloys); 7xxx Series (Zinc Alloys)
• 2) By Steel Alloys: Carbon Steel Alloys; Stainless Steel Alloys; Tool Steel Alloys
• 3) By Titanium Alloys: Alpha Alloys; Beta Alloys; Alpha-Beta Alloys
• 4) By Super Alloys: Nickel-Based Super Alloys; Cobalt-Based Super Alloys; Iron-Based Super Alloys
• 5) By Composites: Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymers (CFRP); Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymers (GFRP); Aramid Fiber Composites
• 6) By Other Types: Magnesium Alloys; Hybrid Materials; Specialty Alloys
• Companies Mentioned: Allegheny Technologies Incorporated; Arconic Corporation; Constellium SE; Hexcel Corporation; Solvay SA; Toray Industries Inc.; Du Pont; Novelis Inc.; Teijin Ltd.; Materion Corp; Hindustan Aeronautics Limited; Tata Advanced Systems Limited; Aequs Aerospace; Dynamatic Technologies Limited; Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.; Kawasaki Heavy Industries; Subaru Corporation; Quickstep Holdings Limited; RUAG Australia; AVIC Shenyang Aircraft Company Ltd; Aecc Aviation Power Co., Ltd; China Shipbuilding Industry Company Ltd; Gaona Aero Material Co. Ltd; MTU Aero Engines; Diehl Aerospace; OHB SE; Premium AEROTEC; Dassault Aviation; Safran; Airbus Defence and Space; Alestis Aerospace; Saab AB; Sukhoi Company; Aerostar; IAR Ghimbav; Apollo Aerospace Components; AERO Vodochody; PBS Velka Bites; PZL Mielec; Lockheed Martin Corporation; The Boeing Company; Spirit AeroSystems, Inc; Magellan Aerospace; Avcorp Industries Inc; Heroux-Devtek; Kordsa; Turkish Aerospace Industries; Kenya Aerotech Limited; Aerosud Aviation (Pty) Ltd; Paramount Group; Cairo Aviation
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
• Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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