PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1666517
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1666517
Construction fabrics are specialized textiles designed and manufactured specifically for use in construction projects, playing a crucial role in reinforcing concrete structures, stabilizing soil, preventing erosion, providing temporary shelter, and creating barriers.
The main categories of construction fabrics include woven, non-woven, and other variations. Woven construction fabrics are created by interlacing two or more sets of yarn or threads at right angles, resulting in a strong and durable textile. These fabrics are produced from various materials, including polyester, nylon, PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene), cotton, silicone glass, ETFE (ethylene tetrafluoroethylene), and others. They are applied in various sectors such as acoustic fabric, tensile architecture, awnings and canopies, serving diverse construction-related purposes.
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The construction fabrics market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from$5.57 billion in 2024 to $5.94 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to infrastructure development boom, environmental concerns, urbanization trends, government regulations, cost-effectiveness
The construction fabrics market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.78 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.0%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to smart fabric integration, rising focus on resilience, growth in developing regions, innovation in sustainable materials, resurgence of mega projects. Major trends in the forecast period include digitalization of construction processes, customization and design flexibility, collaboration for research and development, high-strength and lightweight fabrics, smart fabrics and technology integration.
The anticipated surge in construction activities is poised to fuel the expansion of the construction fabrics market in the foreseeable future. Employing advanced techniques, materials, and technologies, the construction sector is actively engaged in the development of buildings, infrastructure, and various structures. Utilization of construction textiles is gaining prominence due to their lighter weight compared to traditional building materials, facilitating easier shipping and installation. These fabrics contribute to the construction industry by offering lightweight, durable, and versatile materials for building and construction purposes. Notably, in February 2023, the United States Census Bureau reported an estimated construction spending of $1,844.1 billion, marking an increase from $1,753.1 billion in February 2022. Furthermore, construction spending for the first two months of 2023 amounted to $260.8 billion, reflecting growth from $246.1 billion during the same period in 2022. Additionally, in March 2023, the number of privately owned housing units approved by building permits in February reached 1,524,000 on a seasonally adjusted yearly basis, indicating a 13.8% increase from the corrected January rate of 1,339,000. Consequently, the upswing in construction activities is a driving force behind the growth of the construction fabrics market.
The ascending trajectory of infrastructure investment is anticipated to propel the expansion of the construction fabrics market in the coming years. Infrastructure investment involves the allocation of funds towards the development, enhancement, and maintenance of essential physical structures and systems that support economic activities. Elevated levels of infrastructure spending stimulate research and development efforts in the construction fabrics sector, leading to the creation of innovative materials with improved properties. Examples include fabrics with heightened strength, durability, fire resistance, chemical resistance, and self-healing capabilities. Notably, in April 2023, the World Bank reported a noteworthy development, with private participation in infrastructure (PPI) commitments reaching $91.7 billion across 263 projects-a 23% increase from the previous year. This increase was particularly notable in Latin America and the Caribbean, with a 16% rise, and in East Asia and the Pacific, with a 17% increase. South Asia also witnessed significant private sector investments, reaching $13.9 billion in 2022. Consequently, the upsurge in infrastructure investment emerges as a key driver for the growth of the construction fabrics market.
Technological advancements emerge as a prominent trend gaining traction in the construction fabric market, with companies actively incorporating new technologies to maintain their market position. In October 2022, DuPont de Nemours Inc., a US-based chemical corporation, collaborated with Seaman Corporation, a US-based high-performance textiles manufacturer, to introduce an innovative Shelter-Rite high light transmission construction fabric. Crafted from translucent Tedlar PVF (Polyvinyl fluoride) film, this architectural fabric caters to construction projects requiring natural light, such as sports stadiums, event venues, and greenhouses. Tedlar, known for its high weather resistance and dirt-shedding qualities, enhances the longevity and aesthetic appeal of architectural fabric structures even in challenging conditions, offering protection against ultraviolet (UV) radiation, moisture, rain, and pollution.
Prominent players in the construction fabric market are strategically embracing partnerships geared towards recycling industrial waste, transforming it into environmentally sustainable building materials, and gaining a competitive edge. Such collaborations are centered on the development of sustainable materials that contribute to waste reduction, promote circularity, and foster a more environmentally friendly construction industry. In November 2023, Hayleys Fabric, a Sri Lanka-based textile manufacturing company, joined forces with Pro Green Laboratories of the University of Moratuwa, a Sri Lanka-based university, to upcycle industrial waste into environmentally friendly construction materials. Launched under the FaBriEco banner, this partnership aims to create eco-friendly, cost-effective products for the local market using dye waste, fabric waste, and fly ash generated in the textile industry. Leveraging Pro Green Laboratories' research, which includes patents for sustainable products such as mud concrete blocks and polymerized self-compacting mud blocks, Hayleys Fabric seeks to revolutionize waste management practices by recycling hazardous and toxic waste into sustainable building materials.
In August 2024, Geofabrics Australasia Pty Ltd, a manufacturing company based in Australia, acquired Bayset for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to broaden Geofabrics Australasia's presence in the waterproofing, flooring, and concrete repair industries, enhancing its product portfolio and solidifying its position in key market segments. Bayset, also located in Australia, specializes in waterproofing products and offers construction solutions focused on the waterproofing and concrete repair sectors.
Major companies operating in the construction fabrics market include Sioen Industries NV, Low & Bonar plc, Sattler AG, Taiyo Kogyo Corporation, Serge Ferrari SA, Saint-Gobain SA, Hiraoka & Co. Ltd., Endutex Coated Technical Textiles SA, Verseidag-Indutex GmbH, Hightex GmbH, Seaman Corporation, EREZ Thermoplastic Products, Nandan Denim Ltd., BASF SE, Dow Inc., DuPont de Nemours Inc., Ashland Inc., Dongwon Industry Co., Seele Inc., Sefar AG, Novum Membranes GmbH, Freudenberg SE, Toray Industries Inc., Teijin Limited, Milliken & Company, Ahlstrom-Munksjo OyJ, Berry Global Inc., Heytex Group, Obeikan Technical Fabrics Co., Herculite Products Inc.
Europe was the largest region in the construction fabrics market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global construction fabrics market during the forecast period. The regions covered in the construction fabrics market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the construction fabrics market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain
The construction fabrics market consists of sales of geotextiles, geogrids, geomembranes, polythene sheeting. 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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