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Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) blocks and panels are created from a fresh mixture containing fine aggregates, cement, and an expansion agent, resulting in a substance that expands akin to rising bread dough. This concrete composition typically comprises an air content of approximately 80%. AAC finds versatile applications in construction materials, being utilized for various structural elements such as walls, floors, and roofs due to its lightweight and insulating properties.
The primary variants of AAC blocks and panels include blocks, panels, lintels, and other specialized types. AAC blocks represent essential units in construction, serving as foundational components crucial to the construction of larger structures. They come in various sizes, ranging from small to medium and large dimensions. These AAC blocks find applications across diverse sectors including residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure construction projects.
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The AAC blocks and panels market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $21.21 billion in 2024 to $22.7 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.0%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to infrastructure development initiatives, building code compliance, material innovations and advancements, focus on fire-resistant materials, construction industry evolution.
The AAC blocks and panels market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $30.31 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rapid urbanization and infrastructure projects, government regulations on energy efficiency, increasing demand for residential housing, growing commercial construction. Major trends in the forecast period include architectural design flexibility, government support and incentives, preference for green buildings, sustainable building practices.
An uptick in construction activities is anticipated to propel the growth of the AAC blocks and panels market in the coming years. Construction activity encompasses any work related to land, including the building of infrastructure and structures. The development of infrastructure and buildings will lead to a heightened demand for AAC blocks, which are lightweight, load-bearing, high-insulating, and durable, they are three times lighter than traditional red bricks. For example, in July 2023, the Australian Bureau of Statistics, a government agency in Australia, reported an increase in the number of homes under construction, rising from 240,065 in 2022 to 240,813 in the March quarter of 2023. In 2023, there were 103,778 new homes, an increase from 101,240 in 2022. Thus, the rise in construction activities is driving the AAC blocks and panels market.
The anticipated growth in urbanization is expected to be a significant driver for the AAC (Autoclaved Aerated Concrete) Blocks and Panels market. Urbanization, a process characterized by population migration from rural areas to urban centers, results in the expansion and development of cities and towns. This trend is particularly advantageous for AAC blocks and panels, as it generates increased demand for affordable, energy-efficient, and environmentally friendly housing solutions. The ongoing urbanization and population growth contribute to a shift in builders' preferences towards autoclaved aerated concrete materials over traditional options. AAC blocks and panels offer superior properties, including cost-effectiveness, earthquake and fire resistance, and flexibility in block sizes. For example, the World Bank projects that the global urban population will reach 6 billion people by 2045, representing a 1.5-fold increase from the current levels in 2023. Hence, the rise in urbanization emerges as a driving force for the AAC blocks and panels market.
Leading companies in the AAC blocks and panels market are innovating by developing sustainable autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) blocks to enhance their market position. Sustainable AAC blocks are eco-friendly building materials recognized for their lightweight nature, high thermal insulation, and lower environmental impact, making them a favored choice for sustainable construction projects. For example, in June 2023, Godrej Construction, a company based in India, introduced its TUFF AAC Blocks. These blocks are designed to be cost-effective, durable, and sustainable, incorporating fly ash, a by-product of coal combustion, thus offering an eco-friendly alternative to traditional brick production. Emphasizing lightweight construction, the TUFF AAC Blocks enable faster building processes while providing thermal insulation and fire resistance, aligning with the increasing demand for sustainable construction materials in the real estate industry.
Major players in the AAC (Autoclaved Aerated Concrete) blocks and panels market are concentrating on launching manufacturing plants to gain a competitive advantage. Manufacturing plants are facilities where raw materials are processed and assembled into finished products. For instance, in February 2023, Infra.Market, a construction materials company in India, unveiled new AAC block manufacturing plants aimed at boosting its production capacity. These advanced facilities are designed to produce high-quality AAC blocks that are lightweight, energy-efficient, and provide excellent thermal insulation, aligning with the industry's move towards eco-friendly building practices.
In October 2022, HIL Ltd., an India-based building materials company, successfully acquired Fast Build Blocks Pvt Ltd for a transaction valued at USD 370 million. This strategic acquisition significantly broadened HIL Ltd's portfolio within the realm of autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) blocks, encompassing the entirety of Fast Build Blocks Pvt Ltd's manufacturing, distribution, and sales network. Additionally, HIL Ltd assumed all liabilities associated with the acquired company. Fast Build Blocks Pvt Ltd., also based in India, specializes in the manufacturing of AAC blocks and panels.
Major companies operating in the AAC blocks and panels market include UltraTech Cement Ltd., Ecotrend New Building Materials Development Co. Ltd., CK Birla Group, Tarmac Building Products Limited, Xella International, JK Laxmi Cement, Forterra PLC., UAL Industries Ltd., ACICO Industries Company, Schwenk Building Materials, AKG Gazbeton, BAUROC AS, Magicrete Building Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Hebel, MASA GmbH, Siporex India Pvt Ltd., Biltech Building Elements Ltd., Eco Green Products Pvt Ltd., Wehrhahn GmbH, Buildmate Projects Pvt. Ltd., SOLBET, Aercon AAC, Aircrete Europe, LCC SIP Ltd., AerBlock, Ecolite AAC Blocks, Mepcrete AAC Blocks, Renacon AAC Blocks, Impulse Constrotech Pvt. Ltd., Durox (owned by Tarmac), E-Crete, ECO-CARE Building Products Pvt Ltd., Brikolite AAC Blocks
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the AAC blocks and panels market in 2024. The regions covered in the aac blocks and panels market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the aac blocks and panels market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The AAC blocks and panels market consists of sales of structural floors, wall panels, fly ash blocks, and limestone blocks. 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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