Harness Market - Forecasts from 2023 to 2028

The global harness market was valued at US$54.872 billion in 2021

The harness market is predicted to show positive growth during the forecast period. A harness is a device consisting of straps, belts, or other sturdy materials that are secured around the body to provide support or connection. Harnesses are commonly used in construction, oil & gas, mining, and energy & utility sectors for a wide range of functions, such as fall arrest, travel restraint, ascent & descent, evacuation, and ladder climbing. The increasing concern about workers’ safety during construction work and the rising regulations to minimize deaths due to falls will boost the global harness market demand.

Market Drivers

Workers Safety Concerns

Harnesses designed for load-bearing purposes allow workers to secure themselves while working with heavy loads, thereby minimizing the risk of injuries caused by lifting heavy objects. The increase in construction spending coupled with the rise in deaths at construction sites is boosting the global harness market growth.  According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the US spending on construction increased from $1,847.3 billion in August 2022 to $1,983.5 billion in August 2023. Moreover, as per the U.S. Bureau of Labour Statistics, deaths in construction sites due to falls, slips, and trips increased up to 5.9 % in 2021 compared to 2020.

Increased Mining Activities

Mining operations involve hazardous conditions, including working at heights, confined spaces, and challenging terrains. In such environments, safety harnesses are essential personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure the well-being of miners. Safety harnesses are designed to secure and protect workers in case of falls, providing a reliable anchorage point and distributing forces evenly to minimize the risk of injury. Consequently, rising mining activities boost the global harness industry growth.

Favorable Regulations to Boost Harness Usage

Power transmission workers face the risk of working at heights on towers and other elevated structures, making them susceptible to falls, which can result in severe injuries or even fatalities. These accidents along with loss of life, also impact the reputation and financial stability of power companies. Therefore, the regulations implemented by governments for workers’ safety will positively impact the global harness market. For instance, the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) of India has announced regulations that full-body harnesses with double-layered safety belts are to be used while working at heights above 1.5 meters before starting the work on any rigid object/structure.

Growing Fire Accidents

Harnesses provide an effective means of safely evacuating people from elevated or confined spaces, ensuring their swift and controlled descent to safety. In emergencies, workers can quickly secure themselves to the harnesses and be safely extracted or guided to exit points by trained personnel or through self-rescue mechanisms. The increase in fire accidents is expected to create demand for harnesses thereby stimulating the global harness market growth. According to the US Fire Administration, in 2021, non-residential building fires resulted in 115 deaths, 1,025 injuries, and $3,697,200,000 in dollar loss in the nation.

During the forecast period, the Asia-Pacific region is expected to hold a significant market share

The Asia-Pacific region will constitute a major share of the global harness market due to rapid industrialization, growing awareness of workplace safety, and a surge in infrastructure projects. In 2023, the Chinese government announced an investment of $1.8 trillion to boost major projects such as transport infrastructure, energy generation, and industrial parks. Furthermore, Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) introduced the "Health, Safety, and Environment Plan" where one safety officer for every 500 workers and one safety steward/ supervisor for every 100 workers was to be appointed. Such developments require harness usage for the worker’s safety and thereby propel regional market growth.

Market Developments

• May 2023: Guardian launched the B7 Safety Harness which offered exceptional adjustability, mobility, and ergonomics, providing the most comfortable experience possible while working at height. Such developments boost the global harness industry's growth.
• October 2020: twICEme Technology partnered with Fall Safe® to develop the safest and most innovative fall protection equipment in the market, and the aimed to create safer adventures and working environments for people exposed to a greater risk of accident
• April 2020: MSA Safety introduced the V-Series™ harness which included an exclusive quick-connect racing-style buckle for a closer, more comfortable-fitting harness eliminating the need for bulky chest straps or cumbersome buckles, and workers were given the freedom they need to do their job more safely and effectively.

Company products

• 3M™ DBI-SALA® ExoFit™ X300: This product offered by 3M is a comfortable and safe harness fit equipped with an anti-sliding dorsal D-ring pad to help greatly reduce dorsal D-ring slide.
• B7-COMFORT HARNESS: Such products made by Guardian Fall Protection offer precision adjustment and premium comfort. There are unique and patented features throughout this harness, including industry-exclusive adjustment and rescue methods.
• FT-One™ 3D Construction Belted Full Body Harness: This product by FallTech was constructed using Comfort Legs™ lateral leg strap to improve mobility and comfort, and allows custom configuration of tool bag and pouch positions for ease of use, comfort, and efficiency.

Segmentation

By Type

• Class A
• Class AE
• Class AL
• Class AD

By Function

• Fall Arrest
• Work Positioning
• Travel Restraint
• Ascent & Descent
• Evacuation
• Ladder Climbing

By End-User

• Construction
• Oil & Gas
• Mining
• Energy & Utilities
• Others

By Geography

• North America
• USA
• Canada
• Mexico
• South America
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Others
• Europe
• Germany
• UK
• France
• Spain
• Others
• Middle East and Africa
• Saudi Arabia
• UAE
• Others
• Asia Pacific
• China
• Japan
• South Korea
• India
• Australia
• Other