High Visibility Clothing Global Market Report 2024

The high visibility clothing market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.75 billion in 2023 to $1.9 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3%. The growth during the historical period can be explained by the increase in demand for secure working environments, expansion in the construction industry, implementation of strict safety regulations by governments globally, heightened awareness within the industrial sector, and population growth.

The high visibility clothing market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.63 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. In the forecast period, growth can be attributed to the rising demand for high-visibility clothing, increasing disposable incomes, heightened awareness of workplace safety, growing security concerns, initiatives such as the International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA), and a greater emphasis on offering environmentally friendly and chemical-free household cleaning products. Key trends in the forecast period encompass the development of innovative materials and technologies, the significance of personal protective equipment, a growing emphasis on utilizing eco-friendly and sustainable polyester materials, technological advancements, and product innovation.

The escalating incidence of workplace accidents is projected to drive the growth of the high-visibility clothing market in the foreseeable future. A workplace accident refers to any unplanned event causing harm, injury, or illness to an employee while performing their job duties or within the workplace premises. The uptick in workplace accidents is attributed to inadequate training and education concerning workplace hazards and safety protocols, a lack of emphasis on safety within workplace culture, and neglect in inspecting and maintaining machinery and equipment regularly. High-visibility clothing serves as a straightforward yet effective safety measure, significantly mitigating the risk of workplace accidents by enhancing worker visibility and communication in hazardous environments. For instance, an article published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a US-based governmental agency, reported that private industry employers recorded 2.8 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses in 2022, marking a 7.5% increase from 2021. Consequently, the rising number of workplace accidents propels the growth of the high-visibility clothing market.

Prominent companies in the high-visibility clothing sector are dedicated to developing innovative products, such as hi-vis safety vests, to address the evolving safety requirements of workers across diverse industries. Hi-vis safety vests are garments engineered to augment worker visibility in various work environments, particularly those with low-light conditions or high-risk zones. For example, Ergodyne Corp, a US-based manufacturing company specializing in high-visibility clothing, introduced the GloWear 8251HDZ-BK Two-Tone Hi-Vis Safety Vest, GloWear 8315BA Hi-Vis Breakaway Safety Vest, and GloWear 8210Z-BK Mesh Hi-Vis Safety Vest in July 2023. These new high-visibility safety vests are designed to enhance visibility, safety, and convenience for workers in sectors such as construction, road construction, baggage handling, and municipalities. They feature a breakaway design that disconnects when entangled, thereby reducing the risk of accidents around machinery and moving parts. Completing the trio is the GloWear 8210Z-BK Mesh Hi-Vis Safety Vest (Type R, Class 2), ideal for tasks involving dirt exposure due to its basic black front design.

In June 2023, Portveast, an Ireland-based manufacturer of high-visibility clothing, acquired IFR Workwear for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition aims to bolster Portwest's presence in North America and enhance its offerings in the flame-resistant and high-visibility workwear market. IFR Workwear is a Canada-based company specializing in manufacturing high-visibility clothing.

Major companies operating in the high visibility clothing market are Honeywell International Inc., 3M Company, Cintas Corporation, Wolverine World Wide Inc., Ansell Ltd., Portwest LLC, Radian Group, Carhartt Inc., Delta Plus Group, F. ENGEL GmbH, Lakeland Industries Inc., Blauer Manufacturing Company Inc., Pyramex Safety Products LLC, Dickies (Williamson-Dickie Manufacturing Company), Berne Apparel Company, NASCO Industries Inc., Kermel Co., Ergodyne Corp., ML Kishigo, National Safety Apparel Inc., Tingley Rubber Corporation, Tough Duck, Bulwark Inc., GSS Safety LLC, Viking Wear.

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

The countries covered in the high visibility clothing market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

High visibility apparel denotes clothing engineered to ensure the wearer's easy detection across different settings, especially in conditions of low visibility or heightened risk. These garments feature vivid, fluorescent hues and integrate reflective elements to augment visibility both during the day and at night.

The primary categories of high visibility attire encompass vests, shirts, jackets, pants, rainwear, among others. High-visibility vests, typically composed of retroreflective materials, serve as personal protective gear (PPE) or safety wear. These materials span fluorescent and reflective variants with varying price points categorized as low, medium, and high, available through diverse distribution channels such as online retail and offline outlets. They find application across various industries including construction, transportation, public safety, manufacturing, utilities, and more.

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The high visibility clothing market consists of sales of hi-vis safety jackets, hi-vis safety pants, hi-vis safety vests, hi-vis leg gaiters, and hi-vis safety shirts. 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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