PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1668595
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1668595
Soil stabilization is the practice of enhancing the physical and chemical characteristics of soil to improve its engineering properties, rendering it suitable for construction or other applications. This process involves modifying the soil to augment its strength, durability, and load-bearing capacity.
There are several soil stabilization methods, including chemical soil stabilization, mechanical soil stabilization, thermal soil stabilization, and biological soil stabilization. Chemical soil stabilization is a technique employed to enhance the engineering properties of soils by introducing chemical agents into the soil. These additives may include polymers, mineral agents, and stabilizing agents. This method finds applications in various sectors, including commercial, residential, industrial, and agricultural projects.
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The soil stabilization market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from$28.94 billion in 2024 to $30.29 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to maintenance and durability, industrial and commercial construction, innovation in additives and techniques, natural disaster mitigation, environmental sustainability
The soil stabilization market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $37.52 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to cost-effectiveness and long-term benefits, adoption of geotechnical solutions, increasing infrastructure development, focus on sustainable construction, government investment in infrastructure. Major trends in the forecast period include remote sensing and monitoring, green soil stabilization techniques, innovative biopolymer solutions, nanotechnology applications, geosynthetics integration.
The rise in construction activities is expected to drive the growth of the soil stabilization market in the future. Construction activities encompass the various tasks involved in building, renovating, or constructing structures such as buildings, infrastructure, and facilities. An increase in construction activities indicates a higher number of projects in a specific area, leading to economic impacts such as job creation in the industry and increased demand for land, soil resources, and construction materials. Soil stabilization is a vital process used in construction to enhance soil properties, making it suitable for foundations, roadways, and other infrastructure projects. For instance, in November 2023, the Office for National Statistics, a UK-based executive office of the UK Statistics Authority, reported that total new construction work rose by $19,781.69 million in 2022, with private and public new work increasing by 16.8% and 13.1%, respectively, compared to 2021. Therefore, the increasing construction activities are propelling the growth of the soil stabilization market.
The growth in urbanization is expected to contribute to the expansion of the soil stabilization market. Urbanization involves the continual growth and development of cities, often accompanied by the migration of populations from rural to urban areas. Soil stabilization becomes crucial in urbanization processes, providing essential support for construction projects by improving soil strength, preventing erosion, and ensuring the longevity of infrastructure in rapidly expanding urban environments. According to the World Economic Forum in April 2022, more than 55% of the world's population, approximately 4.3 billion people, were living in urban settings, and this figure is expected to increase to 80% by 2050. The ongoing trend of urbanization is a key factor driving the demand for soil stabilization solutions in construction and infrastructure development.
Product innovation stands out as a prominent trend gaining traction in the soil stabilization market, with companies actively pursuing innovative solutions to maintain and strengthen their market positions. An illustrative example is the initiative undertaken by Bomag, a Germany-based construction equipment manufacturer, in January 2022. Bomag introduced the RS250 and RS300 tractor-towed soil stabilizers designed for versatile use in road and path construction and soil stabilization. The RS250 offers a milling depth of up to 40 cm, while the RS300 provides a depth of 50 cm, both with a working width of 2.5 meters. These tractor-towed stabilizers incorporate high-performance cutting technology, optimized power transfer, and efficient holding systems, ensuring optimal milling performance, consistently smooth surfaces, and relatively low fuel consumption. Their maneuverability and light design make them well-suited for smaller construction sites, offering flexibility and versatility.
Major players in the soil stabilization market are placing increased emphasis on introducing innovative soil-stabilizing solutions to gain a competitive advantage. One such solution is the geosynthetic keying system, designed to enhance the stability and performance of retaining walls. Presto Geosystems, a US-based construction company, launched the ATRA Wall Key in July 2022 as a crucial component of its GEOWEB Retaining Wall System. The ATRA Wall Key improves stability, load-bearing capacity, and reduces settlement, providing an effective soil stabilization solution for a range of applications in civil engineering, road construction, infrastructure development, and environmental protection.
In September 2023, Graymont, a Canada-based company specializing in lime and limestone products, acquired Compact Energy for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to enhance Graymont's capabilities in producing high-quality lime products, particularly for the energy and environmental sectors. Compact Energy, based in Malaysia, is known for its innovative solutions in energy-efficient lime production, which contribute to sustainability across various industrial applications.
Major companies operating in the soil stabilization market include Caterpillar Inc., Volvo Construction Equipment AB, The Fayat Group, Wirtgen Group, Carmeuse Lime & Stone, AltaCrete Inc., SNF Holding Company Inc., Soilworks LLC, AggreBind Inc., Graymont Limited, Global Road Technology International Holdings Limited, SCR-Sibelco NV, Boral Limited, The Low & Bonar Group, Tensar International Corporation, Boxley Materials Company Inc., Casella Organics Inc., Tim O'hare Associates LLP, B.D. White Top Soil Company, Clearflow Enviro Systems Group Inc., AET Group Inc., BASF SE, CTS GeoServices Corp., Dust Control Technology Inc., GSE Environmental LLC, Huesker Synthetic GmbH, Kemira Oyj, Maccaferri Group S.p.A., MoDoM Group, Propex Operating Company LLC
North America was the largest region in the soil stabilization market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global soil stabilization market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the soil stabilization market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the soil stabilization market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain
The soil stabilization market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as fly ash stabilization and lime & cement soil stabilization. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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