PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1662488
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1662488
The aircraft cabin lighting refers to a lighting system that illuminates the passenger compartment of an aircraft. Interior lighting provides illumination for instruments, cockpits, cabins, and other sections occupied by crewmembers and passengers. Certain special lights, such as indicator and warning lights, indicate the operation status of equipment.
The aircraft cabin lighting market encompasses various types such as wash lighting, emergency lighting, lavatory lights, reading and dome lights, and specialty lighting. Wash lighting refers to the uniform and diffuse illumination technique used to evenly light up interior surfaces, enhancing passenger comfort and creating a consistent ambient atmosphere. It involves technologies such as halogen, LED, and other innovations, and caters to different aircraft categories such as narrow-body, wide-body, regional jet, and general aviation. Fit options include retro fit and line-fit, serving end users such as Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Aftermarket segments.
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The aircraft cabin lighting market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.45 billion in 2024 to $1.53 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to airline fleet expansion, passenger experience focus, energy efficiency demands, passenger health and well-being, aircraft interior design trends.
The aircraft cabin lighting market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to demand from emerging markets, increased demand in retrofitting, aircraft interior customization, sustainability initiatives, personalized lighting options. Major trends in the forecast period include retro-inspired lighting, anti-jetlag lighting, voice-activated controls, biometric lighting adjustments, dynamic ambient lighting.
The upsurge in aircraft production is poised to act as a catalyst propelling the growth trajectory of the aircraft cabin lighting market. Aircraft production involves the manufacturing of airplanes and related components, including propulsion systems and avionics. Cabin lighting, a significant contributor to an airline's overall aesthetics and branding, stands to benefit from this rise. Notably, in January 2023, Airbus SE reported the delivery of 661 commercial aircraft to 84 customers in 2022-an 8% surge compared to 2021. This surge underscores the increasing demand for aircraft, consequently driving the market for cabin lighting.
The rise in passenger air traffic is anticipated to drive the growth of the aircraft cabin lighting market in the future. Passenger air traffic refers to the increase in the number of individuals traveling by air over time, which can be assessed through various metrics, such as the number of passengers transported by airlines, the frequency of flights, and the revenue generated by the air travel sector. Aircraft cabin lighting is crucial for providing a comfortable and safe atmosphere for passengers during flights, which ultimately attracts customers and increases the demand for improved cabin lighting solutions. For example, in September 2024, Airports Council International (ACI), a Canada-based trade association, reported that global passenger traffic reached 8.7 billion in 2023, marking a 30.6% increase from 2022. Therefore, the growing passenger air traffic is fueling the demand for the aircraft cabin lighting market.
Prominent entities in the aircraft cabin lighting market are at the forefront of innovation, introducing groundbreaking products such as LED Flex Light, designed to offer vibrant, animated lighting within the confines of aircraft cabins. LED Flex Light, a flexible lighting solution integrating light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on a flexible substrate, enables versatile and customizable illumination in diverse applications. A prime example is STG Aerospace's introduction of 'The Curve' in June 2023-a revolutionary LED Flex light adaptable for seamless cabin-wide lighting. The Curve's flexibility allows it to meet geometric and aesthetic requirements where traditional linear lights fall short. This product's customizable features, allowing the control of color, transition, and intensity in individual segments, offer a spectrum of 16 million colors. The launch of The Curve represents a significant milestone in aircraft cabin lighting innovation, providing unparalleled flexibility, adaptability, and customization to meet the evolving needs of the aviation industry and enhance passenger experiences.
The aircraft cabin lighting market is witnessing a notable surge in the integration of micro-LED technology, a trend gaining significant traction. Micro-LED technology, renowned for its ability to create highly efficient and visually appealing flexible displays, is becoming a focal point for major players in this market. Notably, in February 2023, Collins Aerospace made strides in this domain by introducing Elements business class suite and Secant Luminous Panel with micro-LED technology aboard STARLUX Airlines' A350 fleet. This groundbreaking technology enables the display of customized lighting arrays, video content, and imagery, effectively transforming previously vacant cabin spaces into illuminated canvases. Airlines now have the flexibility to integrate these panels into the cabin lighting environment, leveraging their adaptability for branding and marketing endeavors or utilizing them as stand-alone artistic elements.
In August 2022, Heads Up Technologies Inc., a prominent US-based manufacturer specializing in lighting and cabin management systems, made a strategic move by acquiring STG Aerospace for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition serves as a strategic initiative for Heads Up Technologies to expand its portfolio of lighting solutions, catering to the critical needs of both original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and operators within the aviation market. STG Aerospace, a UK-based firm renowned for its innovative and cost-effective aviation lighting solutions, including cabin lighting and photoluminescent path marking systems, aligns seamlessly with Heads Up Technologies' vision to broaden its offerings and strengthen its foothold in the aviation lighting segment.
Major companies operating in the aircraft cabin lighting market include Astronics Corporation, Diehl Aerospace GmbH, Honeywell International Inc., Luminator Technology Group LLC, Safran S.A., Collins Aerospace, Heads Up Technologies Inc., Soderberg Manufacturing Co.Inc., Cobalt Aerospace Cobham PLC, Aveo Engineering Group s.r.o., Bruce Aerospace Inc., Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Precise Flight Inc., Oxley Group, STG Aerospace, Luminator Aerospace, SELA, CML Innovative Technologies, ST Aerospace, Schott AG, AD Aerospace, Nordam Group, Vision Systems, Lumitex Inc., Beadlight Ltd.
North America was the largest region in the aircraft cabin lighting market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the aircraft cabin lighting market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the aircraft cabin lighting market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the aircraft cabin lighting market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The aircraft cabin lighting market consists of sales of spotlights, ceiling lights, cockpit lights, and sign lights. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
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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