LAN Cable Market Research Report by Type (Cat 6 Cable, Cat 6A Cable, Cat 7 Cable, Cat 5 Cable, Cat 5E Cable, Cat 8 Cable), by Technology (UTP, FTP, STP, Others), by Application [Home Use (Only Construction LAN Cable), Office Use, Industrial Use], and by R

The LAN cable market is expected to grow to USD 8,875.45 million, advancing at a steady 5.3% CAGR over the forecast period. A LAN cable is a networking cable designed to link devices in a confined area, such as homes, offices, or campuses. It provides secure and high-speed internet access, commonly used for gaming, streaming, and professional setups.

The global LAN cable market has been greatly impacted by the rapid expansion of data centers that have been largely responsible for the rising adoption of cloud services, NFTs, and cryptocurrency mining. In fact, these facilities need high-speed and stable connectivity; that is why LAN cables come as a good alternative to fiber optics. Standard data centers are mostly dependent on CAT 6 and CAT 6A cables, which are not only economical, easy to install, and maintain, but also simple to repair. As more enterprises invest in colocation and intelligent buildings, the adoption of LAN cable is going to grow globally.

Key Company Development
Black Box revealed its new Velocity Partner Program concept in December 2021 to support VARs and resellers in North and Latin America with the provision of key resources, training, product authorization, and sales enablement. The program is designed to open new opportunities for partners to secure new business at better pricing terms and with dedicated support. As an industry leader in IT connectivity, Black Box leverages this initiative to deepen partner collaboration, expand regional market presence, and empower resellers with the tools needed for long-term success.

Major Competitors
Major players in the global LAN cable market are Black Box Corporation, Fiberstore (FS.COM Inc), OTSCable.com Co Ltd., Infinite Electronics International Inc., Belden Inc., Shenzhen Lianxun Industrial Co., Ltd., Nexans SA., DBA Primus Cable, Huzhou ShumaiCable Co., Ltd., LEONI AG, General Cable Technology Corporation, Prysmian Group, Comm-Port Technologies, Cables-To-Go (C2G), and PCNet Wire & Cable Co., Ltd.

Report Attribute Details
• Market Size 2021: USD 5,378.92 Million
• Market Size 2030: USD 8,875.45 Million
• CAGR (2022-2030): 5.3%
• Base Year: 2021
• Market Forecast Period: 2022-2030

Market Segmentation Insights
• By Type: Cat 6 Cable - 4.9%, Cat 6A Cable - 5.6%.
• By Technology: UTP - 3.8%, FTP - 5.3%.
• By Application: Home Use - 5.6%, Office Use – 4.5%.

Regional Perspectives
In North America, LAN cable market trends are determined by the rapid technology adoption in cloud computing, IoT, and private cloud systems for secure industries such as finance and government. The LAN cable market in North America reached USD 1,803.3 million in 2021, largely fueled by the U.S. market with Canada adding incremental growth. Some major telecommunication companies are also heavily investing in 5G, which will require the LAN backbone infrastructure.
5G and ultra-fast broadband have become the major drivers of LAN cables in the European region. Europe’s LAN cable industry was valued at USD 885.7 million in 2021, strengthened by advanced network deployments across Germany, the UK, and France. Large investments in digital infrastructure, most usually carried out with some public-private partnership arrangements, are providing the right momentum for Ethernet connectivity.
Asia-Pacific is the rising market with the highest speed of growth among all the regional markets, where LAN cables are leading a rapid increase of digital infrastructure for industrial, commercial, and residential sectors. Asia-Pacific reported USD 953.3 million, with China as the leading contributor, supported by rising adoption in India and Japan.
In the Middle East and Africa, adoption is led by industries with critical data needs, including oil & gas, mining, and large-scale construction. Harsh environments push demand for reliable, cost-effective LAN cables over more complex fiber solutions.
South America’s LAN cable adoption is linked to rising digital infrastructure spending, increasing data center investments, and the growth of enterprise IT. Brazil and Argentina are spearheading initiatives in cloud computing and digital services, which demand efficient data cabling. Expanding construction activity further drives infrastructure needs, while IT modernization across Peru and Chile strengthens market penetration. Show more