Technical Textiles Market by Application, Product Type, and Geography - Forecast and Analysis 2023-2027

Technical Textiles Market Forecast 2023-2027

The Technical Textiles Market Size is estimated to grow by USD 59.78 billion at a CAGR of 4.92% between 2022 and 2027. The market's expansion is propelled by several factors, including the escalating utilization of these in industrial manufacturing, the growing significance of healthcare and hygiene applications, and the heightened focus on sports-related textiles. Industries are increasingly turning to technical textiles for their durability, strength, and specialized properties, driving market growth. Additionally, the healthcare sector's demand for medical textiles for wound care, surgical procedures, and personal protective equipment has surged, further boosting market growth. Moreover, the sports industry's emphasis on performance-enhancing textiles, such as moisture-wicking and breathable fabrics, has contributed to market expansion. These trends indicate a promising outlook for the market, driven by diverse and expanding application areas.

It also includes an in-depth analysis of drivers, trends, and challenges. Furthermore, the report includes historic market data from 2017 to 2021.

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Market Segmentation

This report extensively covers market segmentation by application (Mobiltech, Indutech, Sporttech, Buildtech, and others), product type (woven, composites, and nonwoven), and geography (APAC, North America, Europe, South America, and Middle East and Africa). 

Market Dynamics and Customer Landscape

The market encompasses a wide range of applications and industries, including medical apparels and surgical hosiery for use in hospitals and healthcare centers. Companies like Arville and Milliken and Company are key players in this market, showcasing their innovative solutions at events like ITMA in Milan. These textiles are also crucial in agriculture and horticulture, providing durable solutions for farming activities. In addition, they play a vital role in construction and civil engineering, household furniture and coverings, and cleaning and conveying industrial equipment. As sustainability becomes more critical, technical textiles also find application in environmental protection and leisure activities. The market for medical-grade masks and other specialized textiles continues to grow, driven by the need for high-performance materials in various sectors.

Key Market Driver

The growth of the market is being driven by the Increasing use of technical textiles in the industrial manufacturing sector.  In the Aerospace & Aviation industry, technical textiles are utilized for aircraft interiors and components, requiring high-performance fibers and advanced finishing treatments. The Agriculture industry incorporates Agro textiles, including geotextiles and decatising cloth, for enhancing crop growth and soil stabilization. The Apparel sector leverages these for producing functional clothing, such as those with fireproofing and breathability features. Architectural membranes and building textiles (Buidtech textiles) are essential in the construction sector for insulation, acoustic treatment, and fireproofing. The Automobile industry relies on these for automotive interiors, cushioning materials, and drive belts, contributing to fuel efficiency and comfort. The Chemical industry uses this in filtration systems and protective clothing, while the Defense sector benefits from bulletproof vests and ballistic fabrics.

The Distribution channels for technical textiles have expanded with the rise of e-commerce portals, catering to domestic demand and industrial applications. Eco-friendly materials, such as biodegradable fibers, are increasingly popular in response to environmental mandates and fashion trends. High-performance fibers and heat-set synthesis are integral to producing finished products for various industries, including the household sector, furniture, and floor & wall covering. Industrial activities continue to grow in the automotive manufacturing, engineering technologies, and aviation industries, driving the demand for technical textiles. However, economic recessions and catastrophic setbacks can impact market estimations. Overall, the market remains a significant contributor to the global economy, with continuous innovations and advancements in materials and applications Thus, these factors are expected to contribute to the growth of the global healthcare and hygiene market during the forecast period.

Significant Market Trend

The market is witnessing an emerging trend of Increasing use of technical textiles in security and defense. The market encompasses a wide range of industries, including the defense sector, where high-performance materials are essential for soldier safety. These materials, such as bulletproof jackets and gloves, are designed with technical textiles that provide the necessary hardness and effectiveness. Other industries utilizing technical textiles include aerospace & aviation, automobile, and agriculture. In the aerospace industry, technical textiles are used for airbag systems, seat covers, and insulation. In agriculture, agro textiles are employed for greenhouses and protective covers.

Furthermore, the automobile industry uses these for automotive interiors, seat belts, and floor & wall coverings, among other applications. The chemical industry relies on technical textiles for cushioning materials and decatising cloth. Biodegradable materials and eco-friendly finishing treatments are becoming increasingly popular due to economic recessions and environmental mandates. They are also used in industrial applications, such as in engineering technologies, architectural membranes, and geotextiles. Estimations suggest that the market for technical textiles will continue to grow, driven by factors such as fashion trends, economic conditions, and industrial demand. Distribution channels include e-commerce portals and traditional retailers, and new technologies like heat-set synthesis and high-performance fibers are driving innovation in the industry.

Major Market Challenge

The Lack of awareness regarding technical textiles is a major challenge impeding market growth. The global market for technical textiles encompasses various industries, including aerospace & aviation, agriculture, apparel, architectural membranes, automobile, chemical, and defense sectors. These advanced materials offer benefits such as fireproofing, heat-set synthesis, and high-performance fibers. However, many populations, particularly in developing and underdeveloped countries, remain uninformed about their advantages. To increase awareness, governments and businesses should promote through education, campaigns, and digital media. Key applications include agro textiles, automotive interiors, building tech textiles, cushioning materials, and geotextiles.

Furthermore, industries like automotive manufacturing, chemical, and engineering technologies also utilize technical textiles for eco-friendly materials, decatising cloth, and bolting cloth. Economic recessions and catastrophic setbacks can impact domestic demand, but estimations suggest continued growth in distribution channels, including e-commerce portals. Industrial applications span from fashion trends to floor & wall covering and include finishing treatments, such as fireproofing and heat-set synthesis. Additionally, technical textiles are used in the household sector for hometech textiles and in the defense sector for various applications. Thus, the lack of awareness can become a major challenge for the growth of the global market during the forecast period.

Key Market Customer Landscape

The market report includes the adoption lifecycle of the market, covering from the innovator’s stage to the laggard’s stage. It focuses on adoption rates in different regions based on penetration. Furthermore, the report also includes key purchase criteria and drivers of price sensitivity to help companies evaluate and develop their growth strategies.

Global Market Customer Landscape

Who are the Major Market Companies?

Companies are implementing various strategies, such as strategic alliances, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, and product/service launches, to enhance their presence in the market.

3M Co. -  The company offers specialized textiles, including sewing thread, fabric, and sleeving, under the Nextel brand.

The market report also includes detailed analyses of the competitive landscape of the market and information about 15 market companies, including:

• 3M Co.
• Ahlstrom Munksjo
• Asahi Kasei Corp.
• Berry Global Inc.
• Don and Low Ltd.
• DuPont de Nemours Inc.
• Elevate Textiles Inc.
• Freudenberg Performance Materials
• Heytex Bramsche GmbH
• Hindoostan Mills Ltd.
• HUESKER Synthetic GmbH
• Huntsman Corp.
• Indian Technical Textile Association
• Milliken and Co.
• Mitsui Chemicals Inc.

Qualitative and quantitative analysis of vendors has been conducted to help clients understand the wider business environment as well as the strengths and weaknesses of key market players. Data is qualitatively analyzed to categorize vendors as pure play, category-focused, industry-focused, and diversified; it is quantitatively analyzed to categorize vendors as dominant, leading, strong, tentative, and weak.

By Application

The market share growth by the mobile segment will be significant during the forecast period. The market spans various industries, including the automobile sector, referred to as mobiltech or mobiltex. This field encompasses applications in aerospace and aviation, railways, marine vehicles, and more. Beyond safety and isolation, mobiltech focuses on comfort and style. The automotive industry accounts for 20% of global textile usage in technical applications. Additionally, technical textiles are utilized in agriculture, specifically in agro textiles, for applications like bolting cloth and decatising cloth. 

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The mobiltech segment was valued at USD 45.97 billion in 2017. Industrial activities in the chemical, defense, and construction sectors also rely on these materials for applications such as cushioning, eco-friendly materials, and architectural membranes. Engineering technologies have led to the development of high-performance fibers and finishing treatments for various industries, including apparel, furniture, and floor & wall coverings. Economic recession and catastrophic setbacks have influenced estimations and distribution channels, with e-commerce portals playing an increasingly significant role. Environmental mandates and the push for eco-friendly materials have led to the use of biodegradable materials and heat-set synthesis in industrial applications. The industry continues to evolve, with economic factors, fashion trends, and fireproofing playing crucial roles in shaping its future. Thus, the increasing use of these in the automotive industry is expected to drive the growth of the segment in the global market during the forecast period.

By Region

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APAC is estimated to contribute 52% to the growth of the global market during the forecast period. Technavio’s analysts have elaborately explained the regional trends and drivers that shape the market during the forecast period.

The market in APAC is expected to lead the global industry during the forecast period, driven by the industrial and military sectors' demand for Indutech textiles. Rapid urbanization and advancements in healthcare, automotive, and construction industries fuel this growth. Key sectors, such as protective clothing, medical/healthcare, and functional apparel, are anticipated to expand. China's expanding residential, commercial, and industrial sectors, along with India's supportive textile policies, provide significant growth opportunities. Lightweight materials, man-made raw materials, and synthetic polymers/fibers are commonly used in production. Technologies like melt spinning, spinning, and three-dimensional weaving are employed.

Nanotechnology and smart textiles are emerging trends. Traditional manufacturing techniques, such as weaving and knitting, coexist with modern technologies like thermoforming and printing circuit boards. Raw material procurement, safety and protection, and reinforcement materials are essential considerations. Nonwovens, packatech textiles, and mobiltech applications are other significant market segments. This will have a positive impact on market growth. Therefore, the abovementioned factors will drive the market growth during the forecast period. 

Segment Overview

The report forecasts market growth by revenue at global, regional & country levels and provides an analysis of the latest trends and growth opportunities from 2017 to 2027. 

• Application Outlook
  • Mobiltech
  • Indutech
  • Sporttech
  • Buildtech
  • Others

• Product Type Outlook 
  • Woven
  • Composites
  • Nonwoven

• Region Outlook 
  • North America
    • The U.S.
    • Canada
  • Europe
    • The U.K.
    • Germany
    • France
    • Rest of Europe
  • APAC
    • China
    • India
  • Middle East & Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • South Africa
    • Rest of the Middle East & Africa
  • South America
    • Chile
    • Brazil
    • Argentina

Market Analyst Overview

The industry encompasses a wide range of products, including Agrotextiles, Composite Textiles, Automotive Textiles, and many more. These textiles are designed to serve specific functions beyond regular clothing, such as protection, insulation, and filtration. Agrotextiles, for instance, are used for crop protection and soil improvement. Composite Textiles, on the other hand, are used in the automotive industry for parts like seat belts and airbags. Apparel and Textiles are also significant contributors to the market, with innovations like moisture-wicking and temperature-regulating fabrics gaining popularity. Industries like Construction, Healthcare, and Energy also rely heavily on Technical Textiles for their unique properties. For example, in Construction, textiles are used for insulation and protective clothing for Finished product. In Healthcare, they are used for wound dressings and surgical gowns. In Energy, textiles are used for solar panels and filtration systems.

Furthermore, the market is driven by factors like increasing demand for lightweight and durable materials, growing awareness of health and safety, and technological advancements. The industry is expected to grow significantly in the coming years, with Asia Pacific being a major contributor due to its large population and growing industrialization. Raw material procurement is a significant aspect of the Technical Textiles Market. The finished product's quality depends on the quality of the raw materials used. The market's growth is driven by the increasing demand for Technical Textiles in various industries and the continuous research and development in Synthetic and Natural fibers. The Alliance for Automotive Innovation is at the forefront of driving innovation and technological advancement in the automotive industry. One area of focus is the development of MobilTech application, which utilize synthetic fibers to create lightweight, durable, and high-performance materials for automotive applications. These materials are used to manufacture finished products that outperform traditional materials in terms of strength, flexibility, and longevity.

Market Scope
Report Coverage	Details
Page number	181
Base year	2022
Historic period	2017-2021
Forecast period	2023-2027
Growth momentum & CAGR	Accelerate at a CAGR of 4.92%
Market growth 2023-2027	USD 59.78 billion
Market structure	Fragmented
YoY growth 2022-2023(%)	4.58
Regional analysis	APAC, North America, Europe, South America, and Middle East and Africa
Performing market contribution	APAC at 52%
Key countries	US, China, India, Japan, and Germany
Competitive landscape	Leading Vendors, Market Positioning of Vendors, Competitive Strategies, and Industry Risks
Key companies profiled	3M Co., Ahlstrom Munksjo, Asahi Kasei Corp., Berry Global Inc., Don and Low Ltd., DuPont de Nemours Inc., Duvaltex Inc., Elevate Textiles Inc., Freudenberg Performance Materials, Heytex Bramsche GmbH, Hindoostan Mills Ltd., HUESKER Synthetic GmbH, Huntsman Corp., Indian Technical Textile Association, Milliken and Co., Mitsui Chemicals Inc., SKAPS Industries Inc., SRF Ltd., Toray Industries Inc., and Toyobo Co. Ltd.
Market dynamics	Parent market analysis, Market Forecasting,  Market growth inducers and obstacles, Fast-growing and slow-growing segment analysis, COVID-19 impact and recovery analysis and future consumer dynamics, and Market condition analysis for the forecast period.
Customization purview	If our report has not included the data that you are looking for, you can reach out to our analysts and get segments customized.

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• Precise estimation of the size of the market size and its contribution to the parent market
• Accurate predictions about upcoming market trends and analysis and changes in consumer behavior
• Growth of the market industry across Europe, North America, APAC, South America, and Middle East and Africa
• Thorough market growth analysis of the market’s competitive landscape and detailed information about companies
• Comprehensive market analysis and report on the factors that will challenge the market research and growth of market companies

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