Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented, By Type, By Application, By Plate Design, By End-User Industry, By Region, By Competition, 2020-2030F

Description

Global Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market was valued at USD 30.78 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 49.86 billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 8.21% during the forecast period. The Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market refers to the global industry focused on the production, distribution, and adoption of AGM batteries, a type of valve-regulated lead-acid (VRLA) battery known for its high performance, durability, and maintenance-free operation. AGM batteries utilize a fiberglass mat separator to absorb the electrolyte, preventing spillage and enhancing efficiency, making them a preferred choice across multiple industries, including automotive, renewable energy, telecommunications, and industrial applications.

Market Overview
Forecast Period	2026-2030
Market Size 2024	USD 30.78 Billion
Market Size 2030	USD 49.86 Billion
CAGR 2025-2030	8.21%
Fastest Growing Segment	Motive
Largest Market	North America

The market is driven by the increasing demand for high-capacity energy storage solutions, particularly in start-stop vehicle technology, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, and grid energy storage. The automotive sector, especially electric vehicles (EVs), hybrid vehicles, and motorcycles, significantly contributes to market expansion due to the superior charge acceptance and deep cycling capabilities of AGM batteries. Additionally, the rising adoption of renewable energy systems, including solar and wind power installations, is fueling demand for AGM batteries as a reliable storage solution.

Key Market Drivers

Rising Demand for Renewable Energy Storage Solutions

The growing emphasis on renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, is significantly driving the Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) Battery Market. As governments and industries worldwide transition toward clean energy solutions, the need for efficient energy storage has become crucial. AGM batteries are widely used in off-grid and grid-tied renewable energy systems due to their deep cycle capability, reliability, and maintenance-free operation. These batteries efficiently store excess energy generated from renewable sources, ensuring a stable power supply during low production periods, such as nighttime or low-wind conditions. Additionally, the increasing adoption of microgrids and distributed energy storage systems (DESS) is expanding the market for AGM batteries, as they provide cost-effective and scalable storage solutions.

Many countries have implemented favorable policies and incentives, including subsidies and tax credits, to encourage renewable energy adoption, further stimulating AGM battery demand. For instance, regions like North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific are investing heavily in energy storage infrastructure, with AGM batteries playing a key role due to their high performance and safety features. Moreover, advancements in battery technology, such as improved energy density and charge efficiency, are making AGM batteries more competitive compared to other energy storage options. As businesses and households increasingly adopt solar photovoltaic (PV) systems and wind energy solutions, the market for AGM batteries is expected to grow steadily. With the global shift towards carbon neutrality and sustainable energy, AGM batteries will continue to be a preferred choice for reliable and long-lasting energy storage solutions.

Key Market Challenges

High Manufacturing Costs and Price Competitiveness

The Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) Battery Market faces a significant challenge in high manufacturing costs, which directly impacts pricing and market competitiveness. AGM batteries are known for their superior performance, durability, and maintenance-free operation, making them a preferred choice for automotive, renewable energy, and industrial applications. However, the production process is cost-intensive, primarily due to the expensive raw materials required, such as lead, fiberglass separators, and sulfuric acid. Additionally, advanced manufacturing processes, including precise acid stratification control and tight quality assurance measures, further contribute to elevated production costs. Unlike flooded lead-acid batteries, which have a simpler structure and lower production expenses, AGM batteries require more sophisticated assembly and higher purity materials to ensure long-term efficiency and reliability.

Market is highly competitive, with lithium-ion batteries gaining widespread adoption in multiple industries, including automotive, energy storage, and consumer electronics. The declining costs of lithium-ion technology, driven by mass production and continuous innovation, pose a strong competitive threat to AGM batteries. While AGM batteries offer benefits such as better cold-cranking performance, deep-cycle capability, and spill-proof design, lithium-ion alternatives provide higher energy density, longer cycle life, and faster charging capabilities. As industries and consumers increasingly prioritize energy efficiency and compact power solutions, AGM batteries must compete with lithium-ion technology's declining prices and evolving capabilities.

Key Market Trends

Increasing Adoption of AGM Batteries in Automotive Start-Stop Systems

The rapid expansion of the automotive industry, particularly in the electric and hybrid vehicle segment, is driving the widespread adoption of AGM batteries in start-stop vehicle technology. Start-stop systems, designed to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions, rely on AGM batteries for superior power delivery and durability. Unlike conventional lead-acid batteries, AGM batteries provide higher cranking power, faster recharge rates, and better resistance to deep discharges, making them ideal for vehicles equipped with start-stop functionality. The rising stringency of emission regulations, especially in regions such as North America and Europe, is pushing automakers to integrate advanced energy-saving technologies, further boosting AGM battery demand.

AGM batteries offer longer cycle life, enhanced vibration resistance, and improved performance in extreme temperatures, making them a preferred choice for commercial vehicles, passenger cars, and off-road applications. The growing trend of vehicle electrification, coupled with increasing sales of mild hybrid and micro-hybrid vehicles, is expected to accelerate AGM battery adoption in the automotive sector. Furthermore, key battery manufacturers are investing in R&D to enhance AGM battery performance, focusing on higher energy density, lower internal resistance, and extended lifespan. The Asia-Pacific region, particularly China, Japan, and South Korea, is a major hub for automotive production and innovation, driving AGM battery market growth. Additionally, the rise of electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure, including battery swapping stations and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) systems, is creating new avenues for AGM battery deployment. As automotive technologies continue to evolve, AGM battery manufacturers are likely to develop next-generation batteries with improved efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and environmental sustainability, further strengthening their market position.

Key Market Players

Exide Technologies
GS Yuasa Corporation
Hitachi Ltd.
Amara Raja Group
HBL Power Systems Ltd.
Crown Battery
leoch International Technology Limited Inc.
LG Chem, Ltd.
EnerSys
Panasonic Corporation

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market, By Type:

Stationary
Motive
Others

Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market, By Application:

Telecom
UPS
Utility
Emergency Lighting
Security Systems
Cable Television/Broadcasting
Others

Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market, By Plate Design:

Flat Plate
Tubular Plate
Others

Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market, By End-User Industry:

Telecom
Railways
Infrastructure
Power
Datacenters
Others

Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market, By Region:

North America
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
Europe
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Germany
- Spain
Asia-Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South Korea
South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Colombia
Middle East & Africa
- South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Kuwait
- Turkey

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies presents in the Global Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market.

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1. Product Overview

1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Market
- 1.2.1. Markets Covered
- 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
1.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Formulation of the Scope
2.4. Assumptions and Limitations
2.5. Sources of Research
- 2.5.1. Secondary Research
- 2.5.2. Primary Research
2.6. Approach for the Market Study
- 2.6.1. The Bottom-Up Approach
- 2.6.2. The Top-Down Approach
2.7. Methodology Followed for Calculation of Market Size & Market Shares
2.8. Forecasting Methodology
- 2.8.1. Data Triangulation & Validation

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, and Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 5.2.1. By Type (Stationary, Motive, Others)
- 5.2.2. By Application (Telecom, UPS, Utility, Emergency Lighting, Security Systems, Cable Television/Broadcasting, Others)
- 5.2.3. By Plate Design (Flat Plate, Tubular Plate, Others)
- 5.2.4. By End-User Industry (Telecom, Railways, Infrastructure, Power, Datacenters, Others)
- 5.2.5. By Region
5.3. By Company (2024)
5.4. Market Map

6. North America Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.2.1. By Type
- 6.2.2. By Application
- 6.2.3. By Plate Design
- 6.2.4. By End-User Industry
- 6.2.5. By Country
6.3. North America: Country Analysis
- 6.3.1. United States Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook
  - 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 6.3.1.2.2. By Application
    - 6.3.1.2.3. By Plate Design
    - 6.3.1.2.4. By End-User Industry
- 6.3.2. Canada Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook
  - 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 6.3.2.2.2. By Application
    - 6.3.2.2.3. By Plate Design
    - 6.3.2.2.4. By End-User Industry
- 6.3.3. Mexico Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook
  - 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 6.3.3.2.2. By Application
    - 6.3.3.2.3. By Plate Design
    - 6.3.3.2.4. By End-User Industry

7. Europe Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.2.1. By Type
- 7.2.2. By Application
- 7.2.3. By Plate Design
- 7.2.4. By End-User Industry
- 7.2.5. By Country
7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
- 7.3.1. Germany Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook
  - 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.1.2.2. By Application
    - 7.3.1.2.3. By Plate Design
    - 7.3.1.2.4. By End-User Industry
- 7.3.2. United Kingdom Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook
  - 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.2.2.2. By Application
    - 7.3.2.2.3. By Plate Design
    - 7.3.2.2.4. By End-User Industry
- 7.3.3. Italy Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook
  - 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.3.2.2. By Application
    - 7.3.3.2.3. By Plate Design
    - 7.3.3.2.4. By End-User Industry
- 7.3.4. France Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook
  - 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.4.2.2. By Application
    - 7.3.4.2.3. By Plate Design
    - 7.3.4.2.4. By End-User Industry
- 7.3.5. Spain Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook
  - 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.2.1. By Type
    - 7.3.5.2.2. By Application
    - 7.3.5.2.3. By Plate Design
    - 7.3.5.2.4. By End-User Industry

8. Asia-Pacific Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.2.1. By Type
- 8.2.2. By Application
- 8.2.3. By Plate Design
- 8.2.4. By End-User Industry
- 8.2.5. By Country
8.3. Asia-Pacific: Country Analysis
- 8.3.1. China Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook
  - 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.1.2.2. By Application
    - 8.3.1.2.3. By Plate Design
    - 8.3.1.2.4. By End-User Industry
- 8.3.2. India Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook
  - 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.2.2.2. By Application
    - 8.3.2.2.3. By Plate Design
    - 8.3.2.2.4. By End-User Industry
- 8.3.3. Japan Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook
  - 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.3.2.2. By Application
    - 8.3.3.2.3. By Plate Design
    - 8.3.3.2.4. By End-User Industry
- 8.3.4. South Korea Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook
  - 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.4.2.2. By Application
    - 8.3.4.2.3. By Plate Design
    - 8.3.4.2.4. By End-User Industry
- 8.3.5. Australia Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook
  - 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.2.1. By Type
    - 8.3.5.2.2. By Application
    - 8.3.5.2.3. By Plate Design
    - 8.3.5.2.4. By End-User Industry

9. South America Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.1.1. By Value
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.2.1. By Type
- 9.2.2. By Application
- 9.2.3. By Plate Design
- 9.2.4. By End-User Industry
- 9.2.5. By Country
9.3. South America: Country Analysis
- 9.3.1. Brazil Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook
  - 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 9.3.1.2.2. By Application
    - 9.3.1.2.3. By Plate Design
    - 9.3.1.2.4. By End-User Industry
- 9.3.2. Argentina Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook
  - 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 9.3.2.2.2. By Application
    - 9.3.2.2.3. By Plate Design
    - 9.3.2.2.4. By End-User Industry
- 9.3.3. Colombia Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook
  - 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 9.3.3.2.2. By Application
    - 9.3.3.2.3. By Plate Design
    - 9.3.3.2.4. By End-User Industry

10. Middle East and Africa Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.1.1.By Value
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.2.1.By Type
- 10.2.2.By Application
- 10.2.3.By Plate Design
- 10.2.4.By End-User Industry
- 10.2.5.By Country
10.3. Middle East and Africa: Country Analysis
- 10.3.1.South Africa Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook
  - 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.1.2.2. By Application
    - 10.3.1.2.3. By Plate Design
    - 10.3.1.2.4. By End-User Industry
- 10.3.2.Saudi Arabia Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook
  - 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.2.2.2. By Application
    - 10.3.2.2.3. By Plate Design
    - 10.3.2.2.4. By End-User Industry
- 10.3.3.UAE Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook
  - 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.3.2.2. By Application
    - 10.3.3.2.3. By Plate Design
    - 10.3.3.2.4. By End-User Industry
- 10.3.4.Kuwait Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook
  - 10.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.4.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.4.2.2. By Application
    - 10.3.4.2.3. By Plate Design
    - 10.3.4.2.4. By End-User Industry
- 10.3.5.Turkey Absorbent Glass Mat Battery Market Outlook
  - 10.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.5.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.5.2.2. By Application
    - 10.3.5.2.3. By Plate Design
    - 10.3.5.2.4. By End-User Industry

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers
11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
12.2. Product Launches (If Any)
12.3. Recent Developments

13. Company Profiles

13.1. Exide Technologies
- 13.1.1.Business Overview
- 13.1.2.Key Revenue and Financials
- 13.1.3.Recent Developments
- 13.1.4.Key Personnel/Key Contact Person
- 13.1.5.Key Product/Services Offered
13.2. GS Yuasa Corporation
13.3. Hitachi Ltd.
13.4. Amara Raja Group
13.5. HBL Power Systems Ltd.
13.6. Crown Battery
13.7. leoch International Technology Limited Inc.
13.8. LG Chem, Ltd.
13.9. EnerSys
13.10. Panasonic Corporation