The global flat glass market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.65%, reaching a market size of US$248.456 billion in 2030 from US$184.99 billion in 2025.
There are four primary sub-sectors within the glass industry: container, flat, fibre, and speciality glass. The phrase "flat glass" refers to all glass that is manufactured in a flat shape, regardless of the production technique used. Flat glass is manufactured in furnaces all around the world and is also known as plate glass or sheet glass.
The production process begins with sand and includes melting the glass compound's combination of ingredients into a liquid condition before spreading it onto a sheet. After that, the molten liquid is cooled to get the required product. Flat glasses are made by carefully regulated thermal and chemical processes to ensure structural robustness. Despite this, flat glass is extremely adaptable and adjustable once it is manufactured.
The flat glass market is growing due to the rising demand for tempered goods in the commercial building industry due to its features of offering an undistorted vision. In ultra-thin glass for cellphones, flat glass with multiple layers offers strength that improves use. The market is expected to increase in response to the rising demand for cost-effective flat glass components in the aftermarket automobile industry.
The construction sector, which uses flat glass in windows and facades for buildings and residences, is one of the largest end-users. Rapid urbanization, globalization, government backing for the building sector, and a growing population all contribute to the construction industry's expansion. In some ways, the expansion of the flat glass sector is directly related to the growth of the building business, as the growth causes for both industries are similar, such as growing consumer disposable income. Low-E flat glass is in high demand in the building sector due to rising energy efficiency.
Flat glass is widely utilized in the building sector due to its wide range of functions, which include heat insulation, soundproofing, and safety and solar protection. Flat glass is commonly used in windows in building and construction applications for both practical and aesthetic reasons, allowing consumers to see out of the window while also protecting them from the elements such as UV radiation.
Self-cleaning glass is one of the latest developments in flat glass. Growing commercial construction in a variety of sectors, such as education, retail, healthcare, office businesses, and others, boosts demand for flat glass, propelling the industry forward. Another element contributing to market expansion is the thriving automobile industry.
Automobile makers are increasingly using tempered glass because of its shatterproof characteristics, which can help avoid serious injuries and even death in the event of an accident. Other factors, such as the use of nanotechnology in the production of lightweight glazing glass and solar control panels, also contribute to the market's positive outlook.
There have been other end-user applications. The use of flat glass is mostly due to significant growth in the global manufacturing of vehicles. Aftermarket replacement glass for vehicles is expected to add to the global flat glass market's growth in the coming years.
There has been a substantial number of firms offering a flat glass to their customers. For instance, Schott, one of the key firms, has been providing flat glass products to commercial refrigeration and major home appliance customers in over 60 nations.
There are four primary sub-sectors within the glass industry: container, flat, fibre, and speciality glass. The phrase "flat glass" refers to all glass that is manufactured in a flat shape, regardless of the production technique used. Flat glass is manufactured in furnaces all around the world and is also known as plate glass or sheet glass.
The production process begins with sand and includes melting the glass compound's combination of ingredients into a liquid condition before spreading it onto a sheet. After that, the molten liquid is cooled to get the required product. Flat glasses are made by carefully regulated thermal and chemical processes to ensure structural robustness. Despite this, flat glass is extremely adaptable and adjustable once it is manufactured.
The flat glass market is growing due to the rising demand for tempered goods in the commercial building industry due to its features of offering an undistorted vision. In ultra-thin glass for cellphones, flat glass with multiple layers offers strength that improves use. The market is expected to increase in response to the rising demand for cost-effective flat glass components in the aftermarket automobile industry.
The construction sector, which uses flat glass in windows and facades for buildings and residences, is one of the largest end-users. Rapid urbanization, globalization, government backing for the building sector, and a growing population all contribute to the construction industry's expansion. In some ways, the expansion of the flat glass sector is directly related to the growth of the building business, as the growth causes for both industries are similar, such as growing consumer disposable income. Low-E flat glass is in high demand in the building sector due to rising energy efficiency.
Flat glass is widely utilized in the building sector due to its wide range of functions, which include heat insulation, soundproofing, and safety and solar protection. Flat glass is commonly used in windows in building and construction applications for both practical and aesthetic reasons, allowing consumers to see out of the window while also protecting them from the elements such as UV radiation.
Self-cleaning glass is one of the latest developments in flat glass. Growing commercial construction in a variety of sectors, such as education, retail, healthcare, office businesses, and others, boosts demand for flat glass, propelling the industry forward. Another element contributing to market expansion is the thriving automobile industry.
Automobile makers are increasingly using tempered glass because of its shatterproof characteristics, which can help avoid serious injuries and even death in the event of an accident. Other factors, such as the use of nanotechnology in the production of lightweight glazing glass and solar control panels, also contribute to the market's positive outlook.
Growth Factors
Increasing end-user applications of flat glass
One of the major reasons for the growth of the global flat glass market is the growing demand for flat glass in various end-user applications. Flat glass is projected to be in high demand for solar panels, given the intentional shift toward renewable energy sources for electric power generation, which has resulted in a rise in solar panel production. The growing desire to create a more sustainable future has helped in the demand for panels that primarily employ flat glass as a protective barrier, paving the way for the flat glass industry to develop soon.There have been other end-user applications. The use of flat glass is mostly due to significant growth in the global manufacturing of vehicles. Aftermarket replacement glass for vehicles is expected to add to the global flat glass market's growth in the coming years.
There has been a substantial number of firms offering a flat glass to their customers. For instance, Schott, one of the key firms, has been providing flat glass products to commercial refrigeration and major home appliance customers in over 60 nations.
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Segmentation:
The global flat glass market has been analyzed through the following segments:
By Product
- Basic Float
- Laminated
- Tempered
- Insulating
- Others
By Application
- Automotive
- Construction
- Energy and Power
- Others
By Geography
- North America
- South America
- Europe
- Middle East and Africa
- Asia-Pacific
Table of Contents
1. Introduction 1.1. Market Overview 1.2. COVID-19 Scenario 1.3. Market Definition 1.4. Market Segmentation2. Research Methodology 2.1. Research Data 2.2. Assumptions
3. Executive Summary 3.1. Research Highlights
4. Market Dynamics 4.1. Market Drivers 4.2. Market Restraints 4.3. Porters Five Forces Analysis 4.3.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers 4.3.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers 4.3.3. The Threat of New Entrants 4.3.4. Threat of Substitutes 4.3.5. Competitive Rivalry in the Industry 4.4. Industry Value Chain Analysis
5. Global Flat Glass Market By Product 5.1. Introduction 5.2. Basic Float 5.3. Laminated 5.4. Tempered 5.5. Insulating 5.6. Others
6. Global Flat Glass Market By Application 6.1. Introduction 6.2. Automotive 6.3. Construction 6.4. Energy and Power 6.5. Others
7. Global Flat Glass Market, By Geography 7.1. Introduction 7.2. North America 7.2.1. United States 7.2.2. Canada 7.2.3. Mexico 7.3. South America 7.3.1. Brazil 7.3.2. Argentina 7.3.3. Others 7.4. Europe 7.4.1. Germany 7.4.2. France 7.4.3. UK 7.4.4. Spain 7.4.5. Others 7.5. Middle East and Africa 7.5.1. Saudi Arabia 7.5.2. UAE 7.5.3. Israel 7.5.4. Others 7.6. Asia Pacific 7.6.1. China 7.6.2. Japan 7.6.3. India 7.6.4. Taiwan 7.6.5. Thailand 7.6.6. Indonesia 7.6.7. Others
8. Competitive Environment and Analysis 8.1. Major Players and Strategy Analysis 8.2. Emerging Players and Market Lucrativeness 8.3. Mergers, Acquisitions, Agreements, and Collaborations 8.4. Vendor Competitiveness Matrix
9. Company Profiles 9.1. Saint-Gobain 9.2. Central Glass Co., Ltd. 9.3. Cardinal Glass Industries, Inc. 9.4. Vitro 9.5. AGC Inc. 9.6. GUARDIAN GLASS LLC 9.7. TAIWAN GLASS IND. CORP 9.8. Xinyi Glass Holdings Limited 9.9. CSG Holding Co., Ltd. 9.10. PPG Industries
Companies Mentioned
- Saint-Gobain
- Central Glass Co., Ltd.
- Cardinal Glass Industries, Inc.
- Vitro
- AGC Inc.
- GUARDIAN GLASS LLC
- TAIWAN GLASS IND. CORP
- Xinyi Glass Holdings Limited
- CSG Holding Co., Ltd.
- PPG Industries
Methodology
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