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Global Glass & Specialty Synthetic Fiber Market Size Study & Forecast, by Fiber Type, Application, End-Use Industry, and Regional Forecasts 2025–2035

Published Jul 28, 2025
Length 285 Pages
SKU # BIZW20221722

Description

The Global Glass & Specialty Synthetic Fiber Market is valued at approximately USD 0.49 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a promising CAGR of 5.00% during the forecast period of 2025 to 2035. These advanced fibers—such as glass, aramid, carbon, and ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE)—play a pivotal role in a multitude of high-performance applications. From aerospace and defense systems to construction reinforcements, these fibers are engineered to deliver superior mechanical strength, corrosion resistance, thermal stability, and reduced weight, positioning them as indispensable materials in next-generation composite structures. As industries pivot toward materials that enable high durability with lightweight performance, the demand for these fibers continues to surge.

The upward trajectory of the market is significantly fueled by the growing need for composite materials across automotive, wind energy, defense, and construction sectors. These fibers not only enhance structural integrity but also contribute to improving fuel efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. For instance, glass fibers are increasingly being used in automotive body panels, wind turbine blades, and infrastructure components, while aramid and UHMWPE fibers find widespread use in ballistic protection gear and high-performance sports equipment. Moreover, innovations in fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites and nonwoven fiber applications are further unlocking avenues for technological integration and sustainability-driven adoption.

Regionally, North America is expected to maintain a stronghold on the market owing to robust aerospace manufacturing, established automotive OEMs, and defense spending. Europe closely trails, benefiting from sustainability regulations and increasing adoption of lightweight materials in electric vehicles and infrastructure upgrades. However, the Asia Pacific region is anticipated to witness the fastest growth, spearheaded by escalating industrialization, government-led infrastructure projects, and the rapid expansion of wind energy installations across China and India. Furthermore, the competitive production cost and increasing foreign direct investments are prompting global manufacturers to expand their footprint in the APAC region.

Major market player included in this report are:
• Toray Industries Inc.
• Owens Corning
• BASF SE
• Teijin Limited
• Hexcel Corporation
• SGL Carbon
• Huntsman Corporation
• Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation
• UPM-Kymmene Corporation
• Covestro AG
• AOC LLC
• Gurit Holding AG
• Plasan Carbon Composites
• Ashland Global Holdings Inc.
• Hexion Inc.

Global Glass & Specialty Synthetic Fiber 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 Fiber Type:
• Glass
• Carbon
• Aramid
• UHMWPE (Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene)
• PPS (Polyphenylene Sulfide)

By Application:
• Composite
• Non-Composite

By End-Use Industry:
• Aerospace & Defense
• Automotive & Transportation
• Electrical & Electronics
• Construction & Infrastructure
• Marine
• Sports & Leisure
• Industrial
• Others

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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Table of Contents

285 Pages
Chapter 1. Global Glass & Specialty Synthetic Fiber 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 Glass & Specialty Synthetic Fiber Market Forces Analysis
3.1. Market Forces Shaping The Global Glass & Specialty Synthetic Fiber Market (2024–2035)
3.2. Drivers
3.2.1. Surge in composite material usage across transportation, defense, and renewable energy sectors
3.2.2. Rising need for lightweight and corrosion-resistant components in high-performance applications
3.3. Restraints
3.3.1. High production and processing costs of specialty synthetic fibers
3.3.2. Volatility in raw material availability and prices
3.4. Opportunities
3.4.1. Technological advancements in fiber reinforcement and nanocomposite integration
3.4.2. Increasing investment in infrastructure and renewable energy projects across emerging economies
Chapter 4. Global Glass & Specialty Synthetic Fiber 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 Forces Forecast Model (2024–2035)
4.3. PESTEL Analysis
4.3.1. Political
4.3.2. Economical
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 Glass & Specialty Synthetic Fiber Market Size & Forecasts by Fiber Type 2025–2035
5.1. Market Overview
5.2. Global Glass & Specialty Synthetic Fiber Market Performance – Potential Analysis (2025)
5.3. Glass
5.3.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
5.3.2. Market Size Analysis, by Region, 2025–2035
5.4. Carbon
5.5. Aramid
5.6. UHMWPE (Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene)
5.7. PPS (Polyphenylene Sulfide)
Chapter 6. Global Glass & Specialty Synthetic Fiber Market Size & Forecasts by Application 2025–2035
6.1. Market Overview
6.2. Global Glass & Specialty Synthetic Fiber Market Performance – Potential Analysis (2025)
6.3. Composite
6.3.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
6.3.2. Market Size Analysis, by Region, 2025–2035
6.4. Non-Composite
Chapter 7. Global Glass & Specialty Synthetic Fiber Market Size & Forecasts by End-Use Industry 2025–2035
7.1. Aerospace & Defense
7.2. Automotive & Transportation
7.3. Electrical & Electronics
7.4. Construction & Infrastructure
7.5. Marine
7.6. Sports & Leisure
7.7. Industrial
7.8. Others
Chapter 8. Global Glass & Specialty Synthetic Fiber Market Size & Forecasts by Region 2025–2035
8.1. Regional Market Snapshot
8.2. Top Leading & Emerging Countries
8.3. North America
8.3.1. U.S.
8.3.1.1. Fiber Type Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025–2035
8.3.1.2. Application Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025–2035
8.3.2. Canada
8.3.2.1. Fiber Type Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025–2035
8.3.2.2. Application Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025–2035
8.4. Europe
8.4.1. UK
8.4.2. Germany
8.4.3. France
8.4.4. Spain
8.4.5. Italy
8.4.6. Rest of Europe
8.5. Asia Pacific
8.5.1. China
8.5.2. India
8.5.3. Japan
8.5.4. Australia
8.5.5. South Korea
8.5.6. Rest of Asia Pacific
8.6. Latin America
8.6.1. Brazil
8.6.2. Mexico
8.7. Middle East & Africa
8.7.1. UAE
8.7.2. Saudi Arabia
8.7.3. South Africa
8.7.4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
Chapter 9. Competitive Intelligence
9.1. Top Market Strategies
9.2. Toray Industries Inc.
9.2.1. Company Overview
9.2.2. Key Executives
9.2.3. Company Snapshot
9.2.4. Financial Performance (Subject to Data Availability)
9.2.5. Product/Services Portfolio
9.2.6. Recent Development
9.2.7. Market Strategies
9.2.8. SWOT Analysis
9.3. Owens Corning
9.4. BASF SE
9.5. Teijin Limited
9.6. Hexcel Corporation
9.7. SGL Carbon
9.8. Huntsman Corporation
9.9. Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation
9.10. UPM-Kymmene Corporation
9.11. Covestro AG
9.12. AOC LLC
9.13. Gurit Holding AG
9.14. Plasan Carbon Composites
9.15. Ashland Global Holdings Inc.
9.16. Hexion Inc.
List of Tables
Table 1. Global Glass & Specialty Synthetic Fiber Market, Report Scope
Table 2. Market Estimates & Forecasts By Region, 2024–2035
Table 3. Market Estimates & Forecasts By Fiber Type, 2024–2035
Table 4. Market Estimates & Forecasts By Application, 2024–2035
Table 5. Market Estimates & Forecasts By End-Use Industry, 2024–2035
Table 6. U.S. Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 7. Canada Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 8. UK Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 9. Germany Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 10. France Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 11. Spain Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 12. Italy Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 13. Rest of Europe Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 14. China Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 15. India Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 16. Japan Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 17. Australia Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 18. South Korea Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 19. Rest of Asia Pacific Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 20. Brazil Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 21. Mexico Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 22. UAE Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 23. Saudi Arabia Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 24. South Africa Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 25. Rest of Middle East & Africa Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
List of Figures
Figure 1. Global Glass & Specialty Synthetic Fiber Market, Research Methodology
Figure 2. Market Estimation Techniques
Figure 3. Global Market Size Estimates & Forecast Methods
Figure 4. Key Trends Shaping the Market in 2025
Figure 5. Growth Prospects 2024–2035
Figure 6. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
Figure 7. PESTEL Analysis
Figure 8. Value Chain Analysis
Figure 9. Market by Fiber Type, 2025 & 2035
Figure 10. Market by Application, 2025 & 2035
Figure 11. Market by End-Use Industry, 2025 & 2035
Figure 12. North America Market Forecast, 2025 & 2035
Figure 13. Europe Market Forecast, 2025 & 2035
Figure 14. Asia Pacific Market Forecast, 2025 & 2035
Figure 15. Latin America Market Forecast, 2025 & 2035
Figure 16. Middle East & Africa Market Forecast, 2025 & 2035
Figure 17. Company Market Share Analysis, 2025
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