Geotextiles Market Size, Share, Forecast, & Trends Analysis by Material, Product Type, Application, Sector, and Geography

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Geotextiles Market by Material (Synthetic, Natural), Product Type (Woven, Non-woven, Knitted), Application (Drainage, Separation, Erosion Control), Sector (Road Construction, Agriculture, Mining), and Geography-Global Forecast to 2031.

The research report titled 'Geotextiles Market by Material (Synthetic, Natural), Product Type (Woven, Non-woven, Knitted), Application (Drainage, Separation, Erosion Control), Sector (Road Construction, Agriculture, Mining), and Geography-Global Forecast to 2031' provides an in-depth analysis of global geotextiles market across five major geographies and emphasizes on the current market trends, market sizes, market shares, recent developments, and forecasts till 2031.

The global geotextiles market is projected to reach $18.1 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 8.8% from 2024 to 2031.

The growth of the geotextiles market is driven by the increasing construction projects in developing economies, growing investments in non-woven geotextiles, and stringent regulatory frameworks for environmental protection. However, fluctuations in raw material prices restrain the growth of this market.

Furthermore, the growing adoption of bio-based geotextiles and innovation in geotextile materials are expected to create market growth opportunities. However, limited technical knowledge & expertise about geotextiles in emerging economies is a significant challenge impacting the market's growth.

The geotextiles market is segmented by material (synthetic (polypropylene, polyester, polyethylene, polyamide, other synthetic materials), natural (jute, coir, other natural materials)), product type (woven geotextiles, non-woven geotextiles, knitted geotextiles), application (separation, drainage, reinforcement, filtration, erosion control, protection, asphalt overlays, other applications), sector (road construction, railway, coastal & river control works, agriculture, defense & security, mining, oil & gas, energy, building construction, other sectors). The study also evaluates industry competitors and analyzes the market at the regional and country levels.

Based on material, the geotextiles market is segmented into synthetic and natural. In 2024, the synthetic segment is expected to account for the larger share of over 87% of the geotextiles market. This segment's large market share can be attributed to the increasing use of synthetic geotextiles in road construction, erosion control, and drainage applications, the cost efficiency of producing and installing synthetic geotextiles compared to natural alternatives, and the growing focus on infrastructure development in emerging economies. Additionally, market players are launching innovative solutions in response to the rising demand. For instance, in August 2021, Tensar International Corporation (U.K.) launched InterAx geogrids, a geosynthetic solution to address poor soil conditions and stabilize aggregate in roadways and other critical paved surfaces to enhance longevity and performance.

Moreover, the synthetic segment is projected to register a higher CAGR during the period.

Based on product type, the geotextiles market is segmented into woven geotextiles, non-woven geotextiles, and knitted geotextiles. In 2024, the non-woven geotextiles segment is expected to account for the largest share of over 66% of the geotextiles market. This segment's large market share can be attributed to the increasing use of non-woven geotextiles due to their lightweight and flexible nature, ease of handling and installation compared to woven geotextiles, and their cost-effectiveness compared to woven alternatives. Moreover, the increasing investments in road construction, railways, and other infrastructure projects that require robust foundations and effective drainage solutions further drive the demand for non-woven geotextiles. Additionally, the widespread utilization of non-woven geotextiles in applications requiring good drainage, such as landfill construction and retaining walls, contributes to the segment's growth. In August 2022, Willacoochee Industrial Fabrics, Inc. (U.S.) announced its plans to invest in a new non-woven geotextile manufacturing production line after announcing the addition of its new erosion control manufacturing facility.

Moreover, the non-woven geotextiles segment is projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on application, the geotextiles market is segmented into separation, drainage, reinforcement, filtration, erosion control, protection, asphalt overlays, and other applications. In 2024, the asphalt overlays segment is expected to account for the largest share of over 24% of the geotextiles market. The large market share of this segment is attributed to the growing need to maintain aging road infrastructure, growing traffic volumes, increasing focus on sustainable construction practices, and advancements in asphalt materials and construction techniques.

However, the drainage segment is projected to register the highest CAGR during the period. This segment's growth is attributed to the increasing demand for efficient drainage systems to manage stormwater runoff in urban areas, increasing government regulations mandating sustainable construction practices and proper stormwater management, and the growing need to improve drainage systems needed to mitigate flooding risks and protect coastal communities.

Based on sector, the geotextiles market is segmented into road construction, railway, coastal & river control works, agriculture, defense & security, mining, oil & gas, energy, building construction, and other sectors. In 2024, the road construction segment is expected to account for the largest share of over 45% of the geotextiles market. This segment's large market share can be attributed to increasing investments in road construction projects, a shift towards preventative maintenance strategies, government initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable practices to enhance road foundations and drainage, and increasing infrastructure investments in emerging economies. In April 2023, Singhal Industries Pvt. Ltd. (India) launched a geotextile fabric aimed at providing a cost-effective and sustainable solution to enhance the quality and durability of unpaved roads.

However, the building construction segment is projected to register the highest CAGR during the period. This segment's growth is attributed to the growing population's rising demand for new housing units, commercial buildings, and infrastructure, the increasing use of geotextiles around building foundations to control soil erosion, the growing focus on sustainable building practices to minimize environmental impact, and the growing government policies and incentives for building construction.

Based on geography, the geotextiles market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. In 2024, Asia-Pacific is expected to account for the largest share of over 51% of the geotextiles market. Asia-Pacific's significant market share can be attributed to rapid development and an increasing focus on major infrastructure projects such as high-speed rail networks, highways, airports, and dams. The rapid pace of urbanization across the region is driving the demand for housing, commercial buildings, and related infrastructure. Additionally, there is a rising focus on environmental regulations, particularly regarding soil erosion control and effective drainage management, driving the demand for geotextile drainage fabric. Furthermore, market players are launching various initiatives to expand their presence in the region. For instance, in July 2023, Freudenberg Performance Materials (Germany) expanded its global geosynthetics production by launching a new line in Changzhou, China, aimed at supplying Enka Solutions for building, industrial, and civil engineering applications in the region.

Moreover, the market in Asia-Pacific is projected to record the highest CAGR of over 10% during the forecast period.

The key players operating in the geotextiles market are Officine Maccaferri Spa (Italy), Koninklijke Ten Cate B.V. (Netherlands), Tenax Corporation (U.S.), HUESKER Synthetic GmbH (Germany), Thrace Group (Greece), Naue GmbH & Co. KG (Germany), Berry Global Inc. (U.S.), Global Synthetics Pty Ltd (Australia), AGRU America Inc. (U.S.), DuPont de Nemours, Inc. (U.S.), Belton Industries (U.S.), Fibertex Non-wovens A/S (Denmark), Suntech Geotextile Pvt. Ltd. (India), SKAPS Industries (U.S.), and Asahi Kasei Corporation (Japan).

Key Questions Answered in the Report:

What are the high-growth market segments in terms of the material, product type, application, and sector?
What is the historical market size for the geotextiles market?
What are the market forecasts and estimates for 2024-2031?
What are the major drivers, restraints, opportunities, challenges, and trends in the geotextiles market?
Who are the major players in the geotextiles market, and what are their market shares?
What is the competitive landscape like?
What are the recent developments in the geotextiles market?
What are the different strategies adopted by major market players?
What are the trends and high-growth countries?
Who are the local emerging players in the geotextiles market, and how do they compete with other players?

Scope of the Report:

Geotextiles Market Assessment-by Material

Synthetic
- Polypropylene
- Polyester
- Polyethylene
- Polyamide
- Other Synthetic Materials
Natural
- Jute
- Coir
- Other Natural Materials

Geotextiles Market Assessment-by Product Type

Woven Geotextiles
Non-woven Geotextiles
Knitted Geotextiles

Geotextiles Market Assessment-by Application

Separation
Drainage
Reinforcement
Filtration
Erosion Control
Protection
Asphalt Overlays
Other Applications

Geotextiles Market Assessment-by Sector

Road Construction
Railway
Coastal & River Control Works
Agriculture
Defense & Security
Mining
Oil & Gas
Energy
Building Construction
Other Sectors

Geotextiles Market Assessment-by Geography

North America
- U.S.
- Canada
Europe
- Germany
- U.K.
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Netherlands
- Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific
- Japan
- China
- India
- South Korea
- Australia & New Zealand
- Rest of Asia-Pacific
Latin America
- Mexico
- Brazil
- Rest of Latin America
Middle East & Africa
- UAE
- Israel
- Rest of Middle East & Africa

Product Code: MRCHM - 1041236

1. Introduction

1.1. Market Definition & Scope
1.2. Currency & Limitations
- 1.2.1. Currency
- 1.2.2. Limitations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Research Approach
2.2. Data Collection & Validation Process
- 2.2.1. Secondary Research
- 2.2.2. Primary Research/Interviews with Key Opinion Leaders from the Industry
2.3. Market Sizing and Forecasting
- 2.3.1. Market Size Estimation Approach
- 2.3.2. Growth Forecast Approach
2.4. Assumptions for the Study

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview
3.2. Market Analysis, By Material
3.3. Market Analysis, By Product Type
3.4. Market Analysis, By Application
3.5. Market Analysis, By Sector
3.6. Market Analysis, By Geography
3.7. Competitive Analysis

4. Market Insights

4.1. Overview
4.2. Factors Affecting Market Growth
- 4.2.1. Drivers
  - 4.2.1.1. Increasing Construction Projects in Developing Economies
  - 4.2.1.2. Growing Investments in Nonwoven Geotextile
  - 4.2.1.3. Stringent Regulatory Framework for Environmental Protection
- 4.2.2. Restraints
  - 4.2.2.1. Fluctuations in Raw Material Prices
- 4.2.3. Opportunities
  - 4.2.3.1. Growing Consumption of Bio-based Geotextiles
  - 4.2.3.2. Innovation in Geotextile Materials
- 4.2.4. Challenges
  - 4.2.4.1. Limited Technical Knowledge and Expertise About Geotextiles in Emerging Economies
4.3. Case Studies
4.4. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

5. Geotextiles Market Assessment-by Material

5.1. Overview
5.2. Synthetic
- 5.2.1. Polypropylene
- 5.2.2. Polyester
- 5.2.3. Polyethylene
- 5.2.4. Polyamide
- 5.2.5. Other Synthetic Materials
5.3. Natural
- 5.3.1. Jute
- 5.3.2. Coir
- 5.3.3. Other Natural Materials

6. Geotextiles Market Assessment-by Product Type

6.1. Overview
6.2. Woven Geotextiles
6.3. Non-Woven Geotextiles
6.4. Knitted Geotextiles

7. Geotextiles Market Assessment-by Application

7.1. Overview
7.2. Separation
7.3. Drainage
7.4. Reinforcement
7.5. Filtration
7.6. Erosion Control
7.7. Protection
7.8. Asphalt Overlays
7.9. Other Applications

8. Geotextiles Market Assessment-by Sector

8.1. Overview
8.2. Road Construction
8.3. Railway
8.4. Coastal & River Control Works
8.5. Agriculture
8.6. Defense & Security
8.7. Mining
8.8. Oil & Gas
8.9. Energy
8.10. Building Construction
8.11. Other Sectors

9. Geotextiles Market-by Geography

9.1. Overview
9.2. North America
- 9.2.1. U.S.
- 9.2.2. Canada
9.3. Europe
- 9.3.1. Germany
- 9.3.2. U.K.
- 9.3.3. France
- 9.3.4. Italy
- 9.3.5. Spain
- 9.3.6. Netherlands
- 9.3.7. Rest of Europe
9.4. Asia-Pacific
- 9.4.1. Japan
- 9.4.2. China
- 9.4.3. India
- 9.4.4. South Korea
- 9.4.5. Australia & New Zealand
- 9.4.6. Rest of Asia-Pacific
9.5. Latin America
- 9.5.1. Mexico
- 9.5.2. Brazil
- 9.5.3. Rest of Latin America
9.6. Middle East & Africa
- 9.6.1. UAE
- 9.6.2. Israel
- 9.6.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa

10. Competition Analysis

10.1. Overview
10.2. Key Growth Strategies
10.3. Competitive Benchmarking
10.4. Competitive Dashboard
- 10.4.1. Industry Leaders
- 10.4.2. Market Differentiators
- 10.4.3. Vanguards
- 10.4.4. Emerging Companies
10.5. Market Share Analysis

11. Company Profiles (Company Overview, Financial Overview, Product Portfolio, and Strategic Developments)

11.1. Officine Maccaferri Spa
11.2. Koninklijke Ten Cate B.V.
11.3. Tenax Corporation
11.4. HUESKER Synthetic GmbH
11.5. Thrace Group
11.6. Naue GmbH & Co. KG
11.7. Berry Global Inc.
11.8. Global Synthetics Pty Ltd
11.9. AGRU America Inc.
11.10. DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
11.11. Belton Industries
11.12. Fibertex Nonwovens A/S
11.13. Suntech Geotextile Pvt. Ltd.
11.14. SKAPS Industries
11.15. Asahi Kasei Corporation

(Note: SWOT analyses of the top 5 companies will be provided.)

12. Appendix

12.1. Available Customization
12.2. Related Reports