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Aircraft seat upholstery encompasses the padding, springs, webbing, and fabric or leather covers that provide comfort and support to passengers during air travel. This component is crucial to the aircraft's interior design, influencing the overall passenger experience and contributing to the visual appeal of the cabin.
The main types of seats in aircraft seat upholstery include economy class, premium economy class, business class, and first class. Economy-class seating represents the standard and most common option available in commercial aircraft for passengers. These seats are crafted from various materials such as leather, vinyl, and fabric and are utilized in different types of aircraft, including wide-body aircraft, business jets, and regional transport aircraft, serving both original equipment manufacturers (OEM) and aftermarket end users.
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The aircraft seat upholstery market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.81 billion in 2024 to $1.91 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to material innovations, comfort and passenger experience, advancements in durability, aesthetic design changes, weight reduction initiatives.
The aircraft seat upholstery market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.34 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to market expansion and air travel growth, focus on passenger comfort, materials innovation and development, sustainability and eco-friendly solutions, aesthetic and design evolution. Major trends in the forecast period include innovations in maintenance and cleanliness, artificial intelligence and smart features, design and aesthetic evolution, digital integration within upholstery, advanced ergonomics and comfort.
The aircraft seat upholstery market is anticipated to grow due to the rising demand for air travel. Air travel involves using aircraft, such as airplanes, to transport individuals from one location to another through the air. Aircraft seat upholstery plays a vital role in air travel, fulfilling several functions, including enhancing passenger comfort, improving aesthetics, ensuring safety, facilitating maintenance, offering durability, and considering weight factors. For example, in January 2024, the International Air Transport Association (IATA), a US-based organization representing the global airline industry, reported that total air travel traffic increased by 36.9% in 2023 compared to 2022. Additionally, international traffic rose by 24.2% in December 2023 compared to December 2022, while domestic traffic experienced a 27.0% increase over the same period. Thus, the growing demand for air travel is propelling the expansion of the aircraft seat upholstery market.
The growth trajectory of the aircraft seat upholstery market is further fueled by the increasing production of commercial aircraft. As the demand for air travel and cargo transportation rises, commercial aircraft manufacturers collaborate closely with seat upholstery suppliers to meet safety and comfort standards. Seat upholstery installation becomes an integral part of the commercial aircraft manufacturing process. Notably, Airbus SE reported an 8% increase in commercial aircraft deliveries, reaching 661 units in 2022, up from 611 in 2021. This surge in commercial aircraft production directly fuels the demand for aircraft seat upholstery, propelling market growth.
Leading companies in the aircraft seat upholstery market are strategically focusing on innovation to cater to larger customer bases, increase sales, and boost revenue. One such innovation is the development of high-performance fabric designed to withstand high levels of wear and tear. In June 2022, Ultrafabrics LLC introduced Atago, a flame-resistant, high-performance fabric made from a blend of aramid and polyester fibers. Atago's strength, heat resistance, and durability make it suitable for aircraft seat upholstery, where it must endure high temperatures and harsh environments.
In August 2022, E-Leather Limited, a UK-based provider of sustainable leather alternatives, also partnered with Southwest Airlines Co, highlighting efforts to reduce environmental impact and enhance the comfort and durability of aircraft seats. These strategic initiatives emphasize the industry's commitment to innovation and growth in the aircraft seat upholstery market.
Major companies operating in the aircraft seat upholstery market report are Airbus S.A.S., Collins Aerospace, Safran S.A., Stelia Aerospace, Jamco Corporation, Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company Limited, Astronics Corporation, Martin-Baker Aircraft Company Limited, Recaro Group, Ipeco Holdings, AIM Aerospace Inc., Thompson Aero Seating Ltd., Aerotex Interiors Inc., Lantal Textiles AG, Aviointeriors S.p.A, Geven S.p.A., Boeing Encore Interiors LLC, Acro Aircraft Seating Ltd., Belgraver BV, International Aero Services, TSI Seats, Botany Weaving Mill Ltd., Wesco Manufacturing Inc., Expliseat SAS, ACC Interiors Ltd., B/E Aerospace Fischer GmbH, OmnAvia Interiors LLC, Tapis Corp, Tritex Corporation, Perrone Aerospace
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the aircraft seat upholstery market in 2024. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the aircraft seat upholstery market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the aircraft seat upholstery market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain
The aircraft seat upholstery market consists of sales of foam cushions, textile upholstery, fabric materials, stitching and trim, metal frames, headrests, armrests, and 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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