
Global Aerospace Materials Market Size Study & Forecast, by Type, Aircraft Type, and Regional Forecasts 2025–2035
Description
The Global Aerospace Materials Market is valued at approximately USD 48.81 billion in 2024 and is projected to expand at a healthy CAGR of 8.80% over the forecast period from 2025 to 2035. As aviation continues to transform under the pressures of environmental sustainability, advanced manufacturing, and evolving defense requirements, the demand for lightweight, durable, and high-performance materials has surged. Aerospace materials, such as titanium alloys, composite materials, superalloys, and advanced aluminum alloys, are redefining how aircraft are built and how they perform in complex and extreme conditions. Their superior properties—ranging from heat resistance and fatigue strength to corrosion resistance—make them indispensable across both commercial and military aviation sectors.
The uptick in global air travel, alongside ambitious aircraft fleet modernization and electrification efforts, has brought aerospace materials to the forefront of innovation. The increasing demand for fuel-efficient aircraft has pushed OEMs to adopt composites and titanium alloys to reduce overall airframe weight and enhance fuel efficiency. Additionally, the intensifying investments in supersonic and hypersonic aircraft programs, drone development, and space exploration further accelerate material innovations. For instance, carbon fiber-reinforced polymers are now widely used in structural components of new-generation aircraft, including wings, fuselage skins, and rotor blades. At the same time, next-generation superalloys are being designed to withstand the high temperatures of advanced jet engines, helping improve engine efficiency and performance.
Regionally, North America continues to lead the global aerospace materials market, driven by its thriving aerospace sector, significant defense budgets, and the presence of major OEMs such as Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and Raytheon. The region's extensive research capabilities and adoption of cutting-edge technologies reinforce its dominance. Meanwhile, the Asia Pacific region is emerging as a key growth frontier, bolstered by expanding airline networks, increasing MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) activities, and strong investments in indigenous aircraft programs across China, India, and Japan. Europe, with its emphasis on environmental policies and strong aerospace manufacturing ecosystem led by Airbus and Safran, remains a vital contributor, especially in the development and application of lightweight composites and high-temperature alloys for commercial jets and space vehicles.
Major market player included in this report are:
• Airbus S.A.S.
• Boeing Company
• Raytheon Technologies Corporation
• Toray Industries, Inc.
• Hexcel Corporation
• ATI Inc.
• Solvay S.A.
• Alcoa Corporation
• Teijin Limited
• Arconic Corporation
• Park Aerospace Corp.
• Kobe Steel, Ltd.
• Honeywell International Inc.
• Spirit AeroSystems, Inc.
• GKN Aerospace
Global Aerospace Materials Market Report Scope:
• Historical Data – 2023, 2024
• Base Year for Estimation – 2024
• Forecast period – 2025–2035
• Report Coverage – Revenue forecast, Company Ranking, Competitive Landscape, Growth factors, and Trends
• Regional Scope – North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa
The objective of the study is to define market sizes of different segments & countries in recent years and to forecast the values for the coming years. The report is designed to incorporate both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the industry within the countries involved in the study. The report also provides detailed information about crucial aspects, such as driving factors and challenges, which will define the future growth of the market. Additionally, it incorporates potential opportunities in micro-markets for stakeholders to invest, along with a detailed analysis of the competitive landscape and product offerings of key players.
The detailed segments and sub-segments of the market are explained below:
By Type:
• Aluminium Alloys
• Steel Alloys
• Titanium Alloys
• Super Alloys
• Composite Materials
By Aircraft Type:
• Commercial Aircraft
• Business & General Aviation
• Helicopters
By Region:
North America
• U.S.
• Canada
Europe
• UK
• Germany
• France
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
• Brazil
• Mexico
Middle East & Africa
• UAE
• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East & Africa
Key Takeaways:
• Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2025 to 2035.
• Annualized revenues and regional level analysis for each market segment.
• Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with Country level analysis of major regions.
• Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
• Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
• Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
• Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.
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The uptick in global air travel, alongside ambitious aircraft fleet modernization and electrification efforts, has brought aerospace materials to the forefront of innovation. The increasing demand for fuel-efficient aircraft has pushed OEMs to adopt composites and titanium alloys to reduce overall airframe weight and enhance fuel efficiency. Additionally, the intensifying investments in supersonic and hypersonic aircraft programs, drone development, and space exploration further accelerate material innovations. For instance, carbon fiber-reinforced polymers are now widely used in structural components of new-generation aircraft, including wings, fuselage skins, and rotor blades. At the same time, next-generation superalloys are being designed to withstand the high temperatures of advanced jet engines, helping improve engine efficiency and performance.
Regionally, North America continues to lead the global aerospace materials market, driven by its thriving aerospace sector, significant defense budgets, and the presence of major OEMs such as Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and Raytheon. The region's extensive research capabilities and adoption of cutting-edge technologies reinforce its dominance. Meanwhile, the Asia Pacific region is emerging as a key growth frontier, bolstered by expanding airline networks, increasing MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) activities, and strong investments in indigenous aircraft programs across China, India, and Japan. Europe, with its emphasis on environmental policies and strong aerospace manufacturing ecosystem led by Airbus and Safran, remains a vital contributor, especially in the development and application of lightweight composites and high-temperature alloys for commercial jets and space vehicles.
Major market player included in this report are:
• Airbus S.A.S.
• Boeing Company
• Raytheon Technologies Corporation
• Toray Industries, Inc.
• Hexcel Corporation
• ATI Inc.
• Solvay S.A.
• Alcoa Corporation
• Teijin Limited
• Arconic Corporation
• Park Aerospace Corp.
• Kobe Steel, Ltd.
• Honeywell International Inc.
• Spirit AeroSystems, Inc.
• GKN Aerospace
Global Aerospace Materials Market Report Scope:
• Historical Data – 2023, 2024
• Base Year for Estimation – 2024
• Forecast period – 2025–2035
• Report Coverage – Revenue forecast, Company Ranking, Competitive Landscape, Growth factors, and Trends
• Regional Scope – North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa
The objective of the study is to define market sizes of different segments & countries in recent years and to forecast the values for the coming years. The report is designed to incorporate both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the industry within the countries involved in the study. The report also provides detailed information about crucial aspects, such as driving factors and challenges, which will define the future growth of the market. Additionally, it incorporates potential opportunities in micro-markets for stakeholders to invest, along with a detailed analysis of the competitive landscape and product offerings of key players.
The detailed segments and sub-segments of the market are explained below:
By Type:
• Aluminium Alloys
• Steel Alloys
• Titanium Alloys
• Super Alloys
• Composite Materials
By Aircraft Type:
• Commercial Aircraft
• Business & General Aviation
• Helicopters
By Region:
North America
• U.S.
• Canada
Europe
• UK
• Germany
• France
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
• Brazil
• Mexico
Middle East & Africa
• UAE
• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East & Africa
Key Takeaways:
• Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2025 to 2035.
• Annualized revenues and regional level analysis for each market segment.
• Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with Country level analysis of major regions.
• Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
• Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
• Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
• Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.
Please note:The single user license is non-downloadable and non-printable. Global Site license allows these actions.
Table of Contents
285 Pages
- Chapter 1. Global Thermoset Composites Market Report Scope & Methodology
- 1.1. Research Objective
- 1.2. Research Methodology
- 1.2.1. Forecast Model
- 1.2.2. Desk Research
- 1.2.3. Top Down and Bottom-Up Approach
- 1.3. Research Attributes
- 1.4. Scope of the Study
- 1.4.1. Market Definition
- 1.4.2. Market Segmentation
- 1.5. Research Assumption
- 1.5.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
- 1.5.2. Limitations
- 1.5.3. Years Considered for the Study
- Chapter 2. Executive Summary
- 2.1. CEO/CXO Standpoint
- 2.2. Strategic Insights
- 2.3. ESG Analysis
- 2.4. Key Findings
- Chapter 3. Global Thermoset Composites Market Forces Analysis
- 3.1. Market Forces Shaping The Global Thermoset Composites Market (2024–2035)
- 3.2. Drivers
- 3.2.1. Rising demand for lightweight materials in automotive and aerospace sectors
- 3.2.2. Accelerated investments in wind energy and renewable infrastructure
- 3.3. Restraints
- 3.3.1. High production costs and complex manufacturing processes
- 3.3.2. Environmental and recycling challenges associated with thermoset composites
- 3.4. Opportunities
- 3.4.1. Emerging demand from developing economies in Asia Pacific
- 3.4.2. Advancements in resin technology and hybrid reinforcement materials
- Chapter 4. Global Thermoset Composites Industry Analysis
- 4.1. Porter’s 5 Forces Model
- 4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Buyer
- 4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Supplier
- 4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
- 4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
- 4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
- 4.2. Porter’s 5 Force Forecast Model (2024–2035)
- 4.3. PESTEL Analysis
- 4.3.1. Political
- 4.3.2. Economic
- 4.3.3. Social
- 4.3.4. Technological
- 4.3.5. Environmental
- 4.3.6. Legal
- 4.4. Top Investment Opportunities
- 4.5. Top Winning Strategies (2025)
- 4.6. Market Share Analysis (2024–2025)
- 4.7. Global Pricing Analysis and Trends 2025
- 4.8. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
- Chapter 5. Global Thermoset Composites Market Size & Forecasts by Resin System 2025–2035
- 5.1. Market Overview
- 5.2. Global Thermoset Composites Market Performance – Potential Analysis (2025)
- 5.3. Epoxy Resins
- 5.3.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- 5.3.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025–2035
- 5.4. Polyester Resins
- 5.4.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- 5.4.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025–2035
- 5.5. Phenolic Resins
- 5.5.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- 5.5.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025–2035
- 5.6. Silicone Resins
- 5.6.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- 5.6.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025–2035
- 5.7. Vinyl Ester Resins
- 5.7.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
- 5.7.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025–2035
- Chapter 6. Global Thermoset Composites Market Size & Forecasts by Reinforcement Type 2025–2035
- 6.1. Market Overview
- 6.2. Global Thermoset Composites Market Performance – Potential Analysis (2025)
- 6.3. Glass Fibers
- 6.4. Carbon Fibers
- 6.5. Aramid Fibers
- 6.6. Natural Fibers
- 6.7. Hybrid Reinforcements
- Chapter 7. Global Thermoset Composites Market Size & Forecasts by Application 2025–2035
- 7.1. Aerospace & Defense
- 7.2. Automotive & Transportation
- 7.3. Construction
- 7.4. Electronics
- 7.5. Industrial Machinery
- 7.6. Oil & Gas
- 7.7. Wind Energy
- Chapter 8. Global Thermoset Composites Market Size & Forecasts by Manufacturing Process 2025–2035
- 8.1. Hand Lay-up
- 8.2. Spray Lay-up
- 8.3. Resin Transfer Molding (RTM)
- 8.4. Vacuum Infusion
- 8.5. Pultrusion
- 8.6. Compression Molding
- Chapter 9. Global Thermoset Composites Market Size & Forecasts by Region 2025–2035
- 9.1. North America Thermoset Composites Market
- 9.1.1. U.S.
- 9.1.2. Canada
- 9.2. Europe Thermoset Composites Market
- 9.2.1. UK
- 9.2.2. Germany
- 9.2.3. France
- 9.2.4. Spain
- 9.2.5. Italy
- 9.2.6. Rest of Europe
- 9.3. Asia Pacific Thermoset Composites Market
- 9.3.1. China
- 9.3.2. India
- 9.3.3. Japan
- 9.3.4. Australia
- 9.3.5. South Korea
- 9.3.6. Rest of Asia Pacific
- 9.4. Latin America Thermoset Composites Market
- 9.4.1. Brazil
- 9.4.2. Mexico
- 9.5. Middle East & Africa Thermoset Composites Market
- 9.5.1. UAE
- 9.5.2. Saudi Arabia
- 9.5.3. South Africa
- 9.5.4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
- Chapter 10. Competitive Intelligence
- 10.1. Top Market Strategies
- 10.2. BASF SE
- 10.2.1. Company Overview
- 10.2.2. Key Executives
- 10.2.3. Company Snapshot
- 10.2.4. Financial Performance (Subject to Data Availability)
- 10.2.5. Product/Services Portfolio
- 10.2.6. Recent Development
- 10.2.7. Market Strategies
- 10.2.8. SWOT Analysis
- 10.3. Hexcel Corporation
- 10.4. Hexion Inc.
- 10.5. Owens Corning
- 10.6. Toray Industries Inc.
- 10.7. Huntsman Corporation
- 10.8. SGL Carbon
- 10.9. Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation
- 10.10. Ashland Global Holdings Inc.
- 10.11. Gurit Holding AG
- 10.12. UPM-Kymmene Corporation
- 10.13. AOC LLC
- 10.14. Teijin Limited
- 10.15. Plasan Carbon Composites
- 10.16. Covestro AG
- List of Tables
- Table 1. Global Thermoset Composites Market, Report Scope
- Table 2. Global Thermoset Composites Market Estimates & Forecasts by Region, 2024–2035
- Table 3. Global Thermoset Composites Market Estimates & Forecasts by Resin System, 2024–2035
- Table 4. Global Thermoset Composites Market Estimates & Forecasts by Reinforcement Type, 2024–2035
- Table 5. Global Thermoset Composites Market Estimates & Forecasts by Application, 2024–2035
- Table 6. Global Thermoset Composites Market Estimates & Forecasts by Manufacturing Process, 2024–2035
- Table 7. North America Thermoset Composites Market Breakdown, 2024–2035
- Table 8. Europe Thermoset Composites Market Breakdown, 2024–2035
- Table 9. Asia Pacific Thermoset Composites Market Breakdown, 2024–2035
- Table 10. Latin America Thermoset Composites Market Breakdown, 2024–2035
- Table 11. Middle East & Africa Thermoset Composites Market Breakdown, 2024–2035
- Table 12. Company Market Share Analysis (2025)
- List of Figures
- Figure 1. Global Thermoset Composites Market, Research Methodology
- Figure 2. Global Thermoset Composites Market Estimation Techniques
- Figure 3. Market Forecasting Model
- Figure 4. Global Thermoset Composites Market, Key Trends 2025
- Figure 5. Global Thermoset Composites Market, Growth Outlook 2024–2035
- Figure 6. Global Thermoset Composites Market, Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
- Figure 7. Global Thermoset Composites Market, PESTEL Analysis
- Figure 8. Global Thermoset Composites Market, Value Chain Overview
- Figure 9. Global Thermoset Composites Market by Resin System, 2025 & 2035
- Figure 10. Global Thermoset Composites Market by Reinforcement Type, 2025 & 2035
- Figure 11. Global Thermoset Composites Market by Application, 2025 & 2035
- Figure 12. Global Thermoset Composites Market by Manufacturing Process, 2025 & 2035
- Figure 13. North America Thermoset Composites Market, 2025 & 2035
- Figure 14. Europe Thermoset Composites Market, 2025 & 2035
- Figure 15. Asia Pacific Thermoset Composites Market, 2025 & 2035
- Figure 16. Latin America Thermoset Composites Market, 2025 & 2035
- Figure 17. Middle East & Africa Thermoset Composites Market, 2025 & 2035
- Figure 18. Global Thermoset Composites Market, Company Market Share (2025)
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