2026 Global: Aircraft De-Icing-Competitive Review (2032) report
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The 2026 Global: Aircraft De-Icing-Competitive Review (2031) report features the global market size and projected growth/decline data for the period 2021 through 2032. The report primarily provides an examination of the business strategies for the ten largest global companies in the market and how their strategies differ.
Perry/Hope Partners' reports provide the most accurate industry forecasts based on our proprietary economic models. Our forecasts project the product market size nationally and by regions for 2021 to 2032 using regression analysis in our modeling. and Perry/Hope is the only market research publisher that utilizes both longitudinal (historical) and vertical (from market section to market division to market class) analysis, since we study every manufactured product in the countries we analyze. The report also provides written analysis on the market definition, market segments, and SWOT analysis (market strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats).
The market study aims at estimating the market size and the growth potential of this market. Topics analyzed within the report include a detailed breakdown of the global markets for aircraft de-icing by geography and historical trend. The scope of the report extends to sizing of the aircraft de-icing market and global market trends with market data for 2024 as the base year, 2025 and 2026 as the estimate years with projection of CAGR from 2027 to 2032.
The report also features a list of the top ten largest global players in the market. A review of each company includes 1) an estimate of the market share, 2) a listing of the products and/or services in the market, and 3) the features of these products and/or services in the market. The report has a chapter on Comparative Business Strategies for the largest four players. An example of the Comparative Business Strategies analysis would be -- How does Netflix's business strategy to expand its market share in the global online streaming compare to Amazon Prime's business strategy through its video products and services?
The ten market players in this report and a brief synopsis of their participation in the market are:
Oshkosh Corporation, Textron (including TUG and Textron GSE), Global Ground Support LLC, Tronair, Kilfrost, Cryotech Deicing Technology, Vestergaard Company, BASF (including Clariant and other chemical suppliers), Weihai Guangtai Airport Equipment, and Mallaghan Group are among the major companies dominating the aircraft de‑icing sector, each bringing distinct hardware, chemical or service strengths to airport operations worldwide. Oshkosh is notable for its integrated ground support vehicles and purpose‑built de‑icing trucks used by airports and military operators. Textron and its affiliated ground support brands supply a broad range of de‑icing vehicles and support equipment, leveraging large OEM manufacturing scale and global aftermarket networks. Global Ground Support LLC and Tronair focus on modular de‑icing units and airport service equipment, offering trailer‑ and truck‑mounted sprayers, heated fluid systems and telescoping lifts tailored to airline and handler needs. Kilfrost, Cryotech and Vestergaard are widely recognized for specialty de‑icing and anti‑icing fluids, corrosion‑managed chemistries, and on‑aircraft treatments that meet stringent aviation safety and environmental standards. Chemical multinationals such as BASF and Clariant supply polymer additives, glycols and performance‑enhancing components used in Type I/II/III/IV fluids and in recycled fluid processing. Weihai Guangtai, Mallaghan and similar equipment manufacturers supply a spectrum of de‑icing vehicles, booms and pump systems for small to major airports, emphasizing tank capacity, boom reach and operator ergonomics. Several firms also offer integrated services—glycol recovery, recycling and operational management—creating full‑lifecycle solutions from fluid supply through waste handling and regulatory compliance.
Market positioning among these companies varies by product focus, geographic footprint and service offering, producing complementary competition rather than a single dominant supplier. Vehicle OEMs such as Oshkosh, Textron and Weihai Guangtai compete on chassis integration, payload and boom technology, with specifications aimed at widebody, narrowbody and regional fleets; OEMs often support global dealer and service networks for uptime and parts. Chemical specialists including Kilfrost, Cryotech, BASF and Clariant compete on freeze‑point depression, shear stability, environmental profile and material compatibility, while also working with airports and airlines on approved formulations and contamination controls. Service providers like Global Ground Support, Vestergaard and Aeromag add operational scale through managed de‑icing programs, positive control of movement areas, and glycol recovery/recycling services that reduce environmental discharge and operating costs for airports and carriers. Niche and regional manufacturers, such as Mallaghan and Tronair, retain strength supplying retrofits, customized booms, and support for smaller or specialized operators where local serviceability and price are decisive.
Innovation trends across these ten companies emphasize environmental performance, automation and lifecycle cost reduction to meet regulatory and operator pressures. Chemical suppliers are advancing lower‑toxicity, biodegradable additives and improved additive packages to extend holdover times while minimizing runway and watershed impact, and several firms participate in certified glycol recycling programs to recover and reprocess spent fluids. Vehicle and equipment manufacturers are integrating sensor‑assisted boom control, heated circulation systems, and modular designs to improve spray accuracy, reduce fluid consumption and shorten service times, with telematics and predictive maintenance increasingly standard for fleet operators. Service firms are expanding bundled offerings—de‑icing operations, training, compliance management and recycling—to deliver single‑contract solutions that streamline airport winter operations and reduce total cost of ownership for airlines and airport authorities.
Perry/Hope Partners' reports provide the most accurate industry forecasts based on our proprietary economic models. Our forecasts project the product market size nationally and by regions for 2021 to 2032 using regression analysis in our modeling. and Perry/Hope is the only market research publisher that utilizes both longitudinal (historical) and vertical (from market section to market division to market class) analysis, since we study every manufactured product in the countries we analyze. The report also provides written analysis on the market definition, market segments, and SWOT analysis (market strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats).
The market study aims at estimating the market size and the growth potential of this market. Topics analyzed within the report include a detailed breakdown of the global markets for aircraft de-icing by geography and historical trend. The scope of the report extends to sizing of the aircraft de-icing market and global market trends with market data for 2024 as the base year, 2025 and 2026 as the estimate years with projection of CAGR from 2027 to 2032.
The report also features a list of the top ten largest global players in the market. A review of each company includes 1) an estimate of the market share, 2) a listing of the products and/or services in the market, and 3) the features of these products and/or services in the market. The report has a chapter on Comparative Business Strategies for the largest four players. An example of the Comparative Business Strategies analysis would be -- How does Netflix's business strategy to expand its market share in the global online streaming compare to Amazon Prime's business strategy through its video products and services?
The ten market players in this report and a brief synopsis of their participation in the market are:
Oshkosh Corporation, Textron (including TUG and Textron GSE), Global Ground Support LLC, Tronair, Kilfrost, Cryotech Deicing Technology, Vestergaard Company, BASF (including Clariant and other chemical suppliers), Weihai Guangtai Airport Equipment, and Mallaghan Group are among the major companies dominating the aircraft de‑icing sector, each bringing distinct hardware, chemical or service strengths to airport operations worldwide. Oshkosh is notable for its integrated ground support vehicles and purpose‑built de‑icing trucks used by airports and military operators. Textron and its affiliated ground support brands supply a broad range of de‑icing vehicles and support equipment, leveraging large OEM manufacturing scale and global aftermarket networks. Global Ground Support LLC and Tronair focus on modular de‑icing units and airport service equipment, offering trailer‑ and truck‑mounted sprayers, heated fluid systems and telescoping lifts tailored to airline and handler needs. Kilfrost, Cryotech and Vestergaard are widely recognized for specialty de‑icing and anti‑icing fluids, corrosion‑managed chemistries, and on‑aircraft treatments that meet stringent aviation safety and environmental standards. Chemical multinationals such as BASF and Clariant supply polymer additives, glycols and performance‑enhancing components used in Type I/II/III/IV fluids and in recycled fluid processing. Weihai Guangtai, Mallaghan and similar equipment manufacturers supply a spectrum of de‑icing vehicles, booms and pump systems for small to major airports, emphasizing tank capacity, boom reach and operator ergonomics. Several firms also offer integrated services—glycol recovery, recycling and operational management—creating full‑lifecycle solutions from fluid supply through waste handling and regulatory compliance.
Market positioning among these companies varies by product focus, geographic footprint and service offering, producing complementary competition rather than a single dominant supplier. Vehicle OEMs such as Oshkosh, Textron and Weihai Guangtai compete on chassis integration, payload and boom technology, with specifications aimed at widebody, narrowbody and regional fleets; OEMs often support global dealer and service networks for uptime and parts. Chemical specialists including Kilfrost, Cryotech, BASF and Clariant compete on freeze‑point depression, shear stability, environmental profile and material compatibility, while also working with airports and airlines on approved formulations and contamination controls. Service providers like Global Ground Support, Vestergaard and Aeromag add operational scale through managed de‑icing programs, positive control of movement areas, and glycol recovery/recycling services that reduce environmental discharge and operating costs for airports and carriers. Niche and regional manufacturers, such as Mallaghan and Tronair, retain strength supplying retrofits, customized booms, and support for smaller or specialized operators where local serviceability and price are decisive.
Innovation trends across these ten companies emphasize environmental performance, automation and lifecycle cost reduction to meet regulatory and operator pressures. Chemical suppliers are advancing lower‑toxicity, biodegradable additives and improved additive packages to extend holdover times while minimizing runway and watershed impact, and several firms participate in certified glycol recycling programs to recover and reprocess spent fluids. Vehicle and equipment manufacturers are integrating sensor‑assisted boom control, heated circulation systems, and modular designs to improve spray accuracy, reduce fluid consumption and shorten service times, with telematics and predictive maintenance increasingly standard for fleet operators. Service firms are expanding bundled offerings—de‑icing operations, training, compliance management and recycling—to deliver single‑contract solutions that streamline airport winter operations and reduce total cost of ownership for airlines and airport authorities.
Table of Contents
32 Pages
- 1.0 Scope of Report and Methodology
- 2.0 Market SWOT Analysis and Players
- 2.1 Market Definition
- 2.2 Market Segments
- 2.3 Market Strengths
- 2.4 Market Weaknesses
- 2.5 Market Threats
- 2.6 Market Opportunities
- 2.7 Major Players
- 3.0 Competitive Analysis
- 3.1 Market Player 1
- 3.2 Market Player 2
- 3.3 Market Player 3
- 3.4 Market Player 4
- 3.5 Market Player 5
- 3.6 Market Player 6
- 3.7 Market Player 7
- 3.8 Market Player 8
- 3.9 Market Player 9
- 3.10 Market Player 10
- 4.0 Comparative Business Strategies
- 4.1 Comparative Business Strategies of Player 1 and 2
- 4.2 Comparative Business Strategies of Player 1 and 3
- 4.3 Comparative Business Strategies of Player 1 and 4
- 4.4 Comparative Business Strategies of Player 2 and 3
- 4.5 Comparative Business Strategies of Player 2 and 4
- 4.6 Comparative Business Strategies of Player 3 and 4
- 5.0 Appendix
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