Glass Manufacturing Market Report 2026

The glass manufacturing market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $185.35 billion in 2025 to $196.22 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing demand from construction and automotive industries, rising adoption of flat and container glass, increasing industrialization in emerging economies, expansion of packaging and beverage sectors, rising focus on quality and durability of glass products.

The glass manufacturing market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $243 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising infrastructure and smart building projects, increasing demand for energy-efficient and sustainable glass, growing use of glass in transportation and electronics, expansion of renewable energy projects using solar glass, increasing investment in advanced manufacturing and automation technologies. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for energy-efficient glass manufacturing, increasing adoption of automated glass production systems, growing focus on high-strength and lightweight glass products, rising use of recycled glass in production, increasing adoption of smart and customized glass solutions.

The growing construction industry is expected to drive the growth of the glass manufacturing market as glass plays a crucial role in providing materials essential for both functionality and aesthetics in buildings and infrastructure. As construction activities expand, particularly in sectors such as residential, commercial, and industrial, the demand for glass products like windows, facades, and decorative elements is rising. For instance, in December 2023, the U.S. Census Bureau reported a 0.6% increase in construction spending in October 2023, totaling $2.02 trillion, a 10.7% rise from October 2022. This growth reflects the broader trend of increasing construction activity, which is directly boosting the demand for glass manufacturing, especially in high-performance and energy-efficient glass products for modern buildings.

Leading companies in the glass manufacturing market are concentrating on the development of glass tubing to improve product safety and reliability in pharmaceutical applications. Glass tubing is a hollow cylindrical piece of glass utilized for various purposes, including medical, scientific, and industrial applications, often functioning as containers or conduits for fluids and gases. For example, in October 2023, SCHOTT, a manufacturing company based in Germany, introduced FIOLAX® Pro glass tubing, which features enhanced chemical resistance and superior mechanical properties, making it ideal for critical applications in drug storage and handling. This innovation aims to satisfy the stringent requirements of the pharmaceutical industry, ensuring that the glass can endure various sterilization processes while maintaining the integrity of its contents. The focus on high-quality glass tubing is driven by the demand for secure packaging solutions that safeguard sensitive medications and preserve their integrity throughout the supply chain.

In August 2023, Kandil Glass, an Egypt-based packaging company, acquired Cleopatra Glass Factory for an undisclosed amount. With this acquisition, Kandil Glass aims to expand its production capacity. Cleopatra Glass Factory is an Egypt-based company producing glass products.

Major companies operating in the glass manufacturing market report are Saint Gobain, Corning Incorporated, Nippon Sheet Glass, AGC Glass, OI Glass, Guardian Glass, Schott AG, Fuyao Glass Industry Group, Vitro Glass, Libbey Glass, Anchor Glass Container, China Glass Holdings, Borosil Glass Works, Asahi India Glass, Şişecam, Xinyi Glass, Central Glass, Cardinal Glass Industries, Pilkington Group, Taiwan Glass Industry Corporation, Hoya Corporation, Beijing Glass Group.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the glass manufacturing market in 2025. The regions covered in the glass manufacturing market are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the glass manufacturing market are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The glass manufacturing market includes revenues earned by entities by manufacturing annealed glass, heat strengthened glass, tempered or toughened glass, and laminated glass. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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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