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2032年玻璃纖維市場預測:按類型、玻璃類型、製造流程、應用、最終用戶和地區進行的全球分析Glass Fiber Market Forecasts to 2032 - Global Analysis By Type (Chopped Strands, Glass Wool, Yarn, Continuous Filament Mat and Roving), Glass Type, Manufacturing Process, Application, End User and By Geography |
根據 Stratistics MRC 的數據,全球玻璃纖維市場預計在 2025 年達到 258.2 億美元,到 2032 年將達到 422.8 億美元,預測期內的複合年成長率為 7.3%。
玻璃纖維,有時也稱為玻璃纖維,是一種由極細玻璃絲組成的堅固輕質材料。矽砂和其他礦物在高溫下熔化,然後將熔融的玻璃絲通過小孔擠出,形成細絲。這些細絲被編織成織物或與樹脂混合,形成具有優異的隔熱和電絕緣性能、耐腐蝕性和高抗張強度的複合材料。此外,玻璃纖維的耐用性和適應性使其成為消費品、汽車、航太、船舶和風力發電應用中增強塑膠、隔熱材料和結構元件的常用材料。
根據美國能源局能源頻寬研究,美國玻璃纖維增強聚合物 (GFRP)複合材料製造的四種應用(約占美國玻璃纖維使用量的 47%)透過實施最尖端科技,為現場節能提供了巨大的機會。
增加基礎建設和建設計劃
建築業是玻璃纖維最大的市場之一,用於製造耐腐蝕管道、牆板、屋頂板、鋼筋混凝土和衛生設備。由於玻璃纖維不會腐蝕,它在潮濕地區和沿海地區尤其有價值,因為這些地區的鋼筋最終會劣化。玻璃纖維增強聚合物 (GFRP) 在水處理廠、橋樑和隧道等基礎設施應用中具有良好的耐用性和較低的維護成本。此外,新興國家的大規模公共基礎設施投資和快速都市化正在推動對耐用、耐候且價格合理的建築材料的需求——而玻璃纖維正成功滿足所有這些需求。
生產能耗高
生產玻璃纖維是一個能源密集過程,需要在超過1500°C的溫度下熔化氧化鋁、石灰石和矽砂等原料。這種能源消耗使製造商面臨燃料和電力價格波動的風險,增加了營運成本。在能源價格高昂或碳排放法規嚴格的地區,這些成本會顯著影響盈利。此外,監管機構和環保組織越來越關注該行業的碳排放,這可能導致未來推出相關法規,並增加對清潔生產技術的投資。
可再生能源使用的成長
全球向清潔能源的快速轉型是玻璃纖維製造商(尤其是在風電領域)最有前景的成長前景之一。玻璃纖維以極具競爭力的價格,滿足了風力發電機葉片所需的高抗張強度、抗疲勞性和低密度。隨著離岸風力發電電場的激增,對更大葉片(例如100公尺以上的葉片)的需求不斷成長,高性能玻璃纖維複合材料的應用可能會更加頻繁。此外,生物樹脂和葉片回收整合技術的進步也有望增強玻璃纖維在可再生能源供應鏈中的地位,從而幫助該行業實現嚴格的永續性目標。
與其他物質的競爭加劇
碳纖維、玄武岩纖維、先進熱塑性塑膠和工程金屬等替代材料的快速發展直接威脅到玻璃纖維的市場佔有率。儘管碳纖維成本較高,但在性能和輕量化至關重要的領域,例如高階汽車、體育用品和航太,其受歡迎程度仍然持續成長。與鋁和不銹鋼合金更高的強度重量比和耐腐蝕性類似,玄武岩纖維在某些環境下也具有優異的耐熱性和耐化學性。此外,隨著最終用戶能夠選擇更符合其需求的解決方案,玻璃纖維在許多行業的主導地位正在逐漸減弱。
新冠疫情導致供應鏈中斷、工廠停工以及航太、汽車和建築等關鍵終端產業需求普遍下降,短期內對玻璃纖維市場造成了顯著的負面影響。 2020年初,停工和限制措施導致製造業放緩和基礎設施計劃延誤,導致訂單取消和庫存積壓。原料短缺和物流瓶頸進一步限制了產能。然而,隨著經濟重啟和各國政府實施獎勵策略,尤其是在可再生能源和基礎設施領域,市場開始復甦。
預計粗紗市場在預測期內將佔最大佔有率
粗紗市場預計將在預測期內佔據最大的市場佔有率,這得益於其高抗張強度、耐腐蝕性以及在複合材料製造過程中易於處理等特點,廣泛應用於風電、汽車、建築和船舶領域。粗紗由連續玻璃纖維束纏繞而成,在各種複合材料製造過程(例如織造、拉擠和纏繞成型)中用作增強材料。其適應性強,能夠製造輕質、高性能複合材料結構,使其成為對強度、耐用性和成本效益要求較高的行業的首選材料,從而鞏固了其市場領導地位。
預計光纖領域在預測期內的複合年成長率最高
預計光纖領域將在預測期內實現最高成長率,這得益於全球資料中心網路、5G 基礎設施和高速網際網路的快速成長。與傳統銅線相比,光纜中的玻璃纖維以光訊號形式傳輸數據,損耗更小,從而實現更快、更可靠的遠距通訊。由於對雲端運算、寬頻連接和智慧城市基礎設施的需求不斷成長,對光纖電纜的需求激增。此外,抗彎曲光纖和超低損耗光纖等光纖技術的進步也推動了該領域市場的擴張,這些技術在工業自動化、國防和通訊的應用日益廣泛。
預計亞太地區將在預測期內佔據最大市場佔有率,這得益於中國、印度和日本等國家建築業的蓬勃發展、快速工業化以及電子產品和汽車生產的蓬勃發展。該地區憑藉其龐大的生產設施、廉價的勞動力和充足的原料供應,成為全球玻璃纖維產品製造中心。此外,消費品、基礎建設和風力發電等終端應用領域的強勁需求,以及政府支持都市化和可再生能源的舉措,進一步鞏固了亞太地區的市場主導地位。
預計在預測期內,中東和非洲地區將出現最高的複合年成長率,這得益於快速的都市化、基礎設施擴張以及可再生能源計劃(尤其是太陽能和風能)投資的增加。阿拉伯聯合大公國、沙烏地阿拉伯和南非等國建設活動的活性化,以及交通運輸、水資源管理以及石油和天然氣行業對輕質耐腐蝕材料的使用日益增多,正在推動玻璃纖維的需求。此外,政府支持的工業現代化和多元化計劃正在擴大玻璃纖維的應用範圍,使其成為全球成長最快的產業。
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Glass Fiber Market is accounted for $25.82 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach $42.28 billion by 2032 growing at a CAGR of 7.3% during the forecast period. Glass fiber, sometimes referred to as fiberglass, is a strong, lightweight material composed of incredibly thin glass strands. High-temperature melting of silica sand and other minerals is followed by the extrusion of molten glass through tiny holes to create thin filaments. In order to create composites with superior thermal and electrical insulation, corrosion resistance, and high tensile strength, these filaments are either woven into textiles or mixed with resins. Moreover, glass fiber's durability and adaptability make it a popular material for reinforced plastics, insulation, and structural elements in the consumer goods, automotive, aerospace, marine, and wind energy sectors.
According to the U.S. Department of Energy's energy bandwidth study, in U.S. glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) composite manufacturing across four applications-which represent about 47 % of U.S. glass fiber usage-there exist significant on-site energy savings opportunities when adopting state-of-the-art or R&D technologies.
Increase in infrastructure and construction projects
One of the biggest markets for glass fiber is the construction sector, which uses it in corrosion-resistant piping, wall panels, roofing shingles, reinforced concrete, and plumbing fixtures. Because it doesn't corrode, it's especially useful in areas with high humidity or along the coast, where steel reinforcements would eventually deteriorate. Glass fiber-reinforced polymers (GFRP) offer durability and lower maintenance needs in infrastructure applications like water treatment plants, bridges, and tunnels. Additionally, large-scale public infrastructure investments and the fast urbanization of emerging economies have raised demand for long-lasting, weather-resistant, and reasonably priced building materials, all of which glass fiber successfully satisfies.
High production energy consumption
The energy-intensive process of making glass fiber involves melting raw materials like alumina, limestone, and silica sand at temperatures that frequently surpass 1,500°C. Manufacturers are exposed to changes in the price of fuel and electricity due to this energy requirement, which also raises operating costs. These expenses can have a big effect on profitability in areas with high energy prices or stringent carbon emission laws. Furthermore, regulators and environmental organizations are also interested in the industry's carbon footprint, which could result in future limitations or the requirement for expensive investments in cleaner production technologies.
Growth in the use of renewable energy
One of the most promising growth prospects for glass fiber manufacturers, especially in the wind power sector, is the swift global transition to clean energy. Glass fiber provides the high tensile strength, fatigue resistance, and low density needed for wind turbine blades at a competitive price. High-performance glass fiber composites will be used more frequently as offshore wind farms proliferate due to the growing need for larger blades, which are frequently longer than 100 meters. Moreover, glass fiber's place in the supply chain for renewable energy could also be strengthened by advancements in bio-resin integration and blade recycling, which could assist the industry in meeting stringent sustainability goals.
Increasing competition from other substances
The market share of glass fiber is directly threatened by the quick development of substitute materials like carbon fiber, basalt fiber, advanced thermoplastics, and engineered metals. Carbon fiber continues to gain popularity despite its higher cost in applications where performance and weight reduction are crucial, such as high-end automotive, sports equipment, and aerospace. Similar to how aluminum and stainless steel alloys have improved their strength-to-weight ratios and corrosion resistance, basalt fiber provides superior thermal and chemical resistance in specific environments. Additionally, glass fiber's dominance in a number of industries is being diminished by the increasing variety of materials available to end users, who can select solutions that are better suited to their requirements.
The COVID-19 pandemic caused widespread supply chain disruptions, factory shutdowns, and decreased demand from important end-use industries like aerospace, automotive, and construction, all of which had a major short-term negative impact on the glass fiber market. Order cancellations and inventory accumulations resulted from manufacturing slowdowns and infrastructure project delays brought on by lockdowns and restrictions in early 2020. Production capacities were further taxed by shortages of raw materials and logistical bottlenecks. The market did, however, start to recover as economies reopened and governments implemented stimulus packages, especially in the areas of renewable energy and infrastructure.
The roving segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
The roving segment is expected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period because of its high tensile strength, resistance to corrosion, and ease of handling in composite manufacturing processes, which account for its extensive use in wind energy, automotive, construction, and marine uses. Roving, which is made up of continuous glass fiber strands wound into a package, is utilized as reinforcement in a variety of composite production techniques, such as weaving, pultrusion, and filament winding. Because of its adaptability and ability to create lightweight, high-performance composite structures, it has become the material of choice for industries that require strength, durability, and cost-effectiveness, solidifying its market leadership.
The optical fibers segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
Over the forecast period, the optical fibers segment is predicted to witness the highest growth rate, driven by the quick global growth of data center networks, 5G infrastructure, and high-speed internet. Compared to conventional copper wiring, glass fibers in optical cables allow for faster and more dependable communication over long distances by transmitting data as light signals with little loss. The demand for optical fiber cables is rising sharply due to the increased need for cloud computing, broadband connectivity, and smart city infrastructure. Furthermore, propelling the market expansion for this sector are developments in fiber optic technology, such as bend-insensitive and ultra-low-loss fibers, which are expanding their use in industrial automation, defense, and telecommunications.
During the forecast period, the Asia-Pacific region is expected to hold the largest market share, fueled by growing construction, fast industrialization, and the flourishing production of electronics and automobiles in nations like China, India, and Japan. The area is a global center for glass fiber product manufacturing because of its large production facilities, inexpensive labor, and plentiful supply of raw materials. Moreover, Asia-Pacific's market dominance has been cemented by strong demand from end-use sectors such as consumer goods, infrastructure development, and wind energy, as well as government initiatives that support urbanization and renewable energy.
Over the forecast period, the Middle East & Africa region is anticipated to exhibit the highest CAGR, encouraged by the fast urbanization, expanding infrastructure, and rising investments in renewable energy projects, especially solar and wind. Increased use of lightweight, corrosion-resistant materials in the transportation, water management, and oil and gas sectors, along with growing construction activity in nations like the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and South Africa, are fueling demand. Additionally, glass fiber applications are also being opened up by government-supported industrial modernization and diversification projects, setting up the area for the fastest growth in the world.
Key players in the market
Some of the key players in Glass Fiber Market include Asahi Fiber Glass Co. Ltd, Honeywell International Inc, Chongqing Polycomp International Corp. (CPIC), 3B Fibreglass, Johns Manville Inc, Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation, Lanxess AG, Jushi Group Co., Ltd., AGY Holding Corp., Montex Glass Fibre Industries Pvt. Ltd., Owens Corning, Taiwan Glass Ind. Corp., PPG Industries, Inc., Nippon Electric Glass Co. Ltd, Saint-Gobain Vetrotex Inc and Nitto Boseki Co. Ltd.
In June 2025, Honeywell announced a significant expansion of its licensing agreement with AFG Combustion and its subsidiary, Greens Combustion Ltd., to include Callidus flares. This expanded agreement not only doubles the range of greenhouse gas-reducing Callidus Ultra Blue Hydrogen process burners but also enhances global customer support.
In March 2025, Mitsubishi Chemical Group has concluded a license agreement with SNF Group regarding MCG Group's N-vinylformamide (NVF) manufacturing technology. NVF is a raw material of functional polymers. Using the manufacturing technology licensed under this agreement, SNF will start the commercial production of NVF at its new plant in Dunkirk, France as of this June.
In May 2024, Asahi India Glass (AIS) and INOX Air Products (INOXAP) have made a deal for 20 years to supply green hydrogen to AIS's new float glass facility in Soniyana, Rajasthan. This is going to be India's first plant producing green hydrogen for the float glass industry, promoting eco-friendly glass making. The plant will make about 190 tons of green hydrogen per year using electrolysis, and it's expected to start running by July 2024, powered by solar energy.
Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.