Technical Textiles Global Market Report 2024

Technical textiles refer to engineered products designed with specific functionalities, serving non-decorative purposes. These textiles, whether semi-finished or finished, are crafted using non-woven or woven natural and synthetic fibers, chosen for their exceptional technical and functional properties.

The main types of materials in technical textiles include natural fiber, synthetic polymer, regenerated fiber, mineral, and metal. Natural fibers are directly sourced from animal, vegetable, or mineral origins. Various processes, such as weaving, knitting, and non-woven techniques, are employed to create technical textiles for a range of applications. These applications span transport textiles, medical and hygiene textiles, industrial products and components, agriculture, horticulture, and fishing, home textiles, clothing components, as well as packaging and containment.

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The technical textiles market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $222.38 billion in 2023 to $239.38 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. The growth observed during the historical period can be attributed to several factors, including infrastructure development initiatives, increased environmental awareness, industrial growth, adherence to safety and protection regulations, and the requirements of the military and defense sector.

The technical textiles market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $327.79 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.2%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to factors such as the emphasis on sustainability and the use of eco-friendly materials, ongoing infrastructure modernization efforts, increased applications in aerospace and defense, the adoption of circular economy practices, and advancements in smart textiles. Major trends expected during this period include the integration of nanotechnology in textiles, the utilization of 3D printing technology, the development of biodegradable technical textiles, the application of digital printing techniques, and the emergence of robotic textile manufacturing.

The anticipated increase in demand for technical textiles from end-users is poised to drive market growth in the forecast period. This surge in demand is attributed to factors such as the growing need for medical apparel and heightened awareness regarding hygiene products. Additionally, the rise in military expenditure, coupled with an increase in local extremist insurgencies and casualties, is expected to boost the demand for protective ballistic armors, consequently driving the global demand for technical textiles. For example, as reported by Nikkei Asia, the Australian government has proposed a defense budget of 42.9 billion Australian dollars ($29 billion) for fiscal 2023, representing 6.3% of its total public spending, up from the estimated 5.9% share in October of the previous year. Hence, the escalating demand across various end-use industries is anticipated to make a substantial contribution to the growth of the technical textiles market.

The growth of the technical textiles market is expected to be propelled by the rise in automobile sales in the foreseeable future. Technical textiles find extensive applications in the automotive industry, particularly in interior components like seats, headliners, carpets, and door panels. The increased sales of automobiles typically lead to a higher demand for these specialized textiles. For instance, according to the Times of India, car sales in China experienced a 4.7% increase in September compared to the previous year. Therefore, the upswing in automobile sales is a key driver behind the growth of the technical textiles market.

Continuous technological advancement and ongoing innovations are shaping the landscape of the technical textiles market. The development of interconnected biometric garments, acting as connected textiles to collect data on respiratory emissions for assessing user health and performance, exemplifies the modern technological strides in the industry. An illustration of this is Canada-based Myant Inc., a textile computing leader that launched new designs for connected personal protective equipment with volatile organic compound (VOC) sensing capabilities.

Major companies in the technical textiles market are placing a strong emphasis on product innovation, particularly in sustainable products, to fortify their product portfolios. Sustainable technical textiles often incorporate eco-friendly materials, such as recycled fibers, organic fibers, or bio-based materials, thereby reducing the demand for new resources and minimizing environmental impact. For instance, Freudenberg Performance Materials Apparel, a US-based supplier of innovative technical textiles, introduced a sustainable product portfolio for the sports and outdoor market in February 2021. The range includes highly elastic and breathable inserts and tapes for sportswear, with most products made from at least 70% recycled polyester.

In October 2023, COISNE et LAMBERT, a France-based leader in the production and marketing of technical textiles for professional clothing and PPE sectors, completed the acquisition of Infinity Group for an undisclosed amount. This strategic move is aimed at building a leading group in the technical textiles sector in European and global markets, providing enhanced services and solutions to support customer growth. Infinity Group, based in France, is a key player in the technical knitted fabrics sector.

Major companies operating in the technical textiles market include Asahi Kasei Kimberly-Clark Corporation, Berry Global Group Inc., DuPont de Nemours Inc., Mitsui Chemicals Inc., Freudenberg & Co KG, Low & Bonar Group plc., Huntsman Corporation., Toyobo Co Ltd., Milliken & Company, SRF Limited, International Textile Group Inc., Koninklijke Ten Cate B.V., 3M Company, Ahlstrom-Munksjö Oyj, Johnson & Johnson, The Procter & Gamble Company, SKAPS Industries, Baltex, Johns Manville Corporation, Companhia Providência Indústria e Comércio, Fiberweb PLC, Strata Geosystems Pvt. Ltd., The TWE Group GmbH, Lanxess AG, Ibena Textilewerke GmbH, Officine Maccaferri S.p.A., Duvaltex Inc., Hindoostan Mills Company Limited, GSE Environmental Inc., Polymer Group Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the technical textiles market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the global technical textiles industry report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa.

The countries covered in the technical textiles market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

The technical textiles market consists of sales of raw materials for technical textiles such as natural fibers, regerated fibers and synthetic fibers. 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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