Product Code: SMC082E
The global market for R2R technologies for flexible devices is expected to grow from $40.4 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $69.8 billion by the end of 2029, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.5% during the forecast period of 2024 to 2029.
The global market for subtractive methods of R2R technologies for flexible devices is expected to grow from $30.4 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $53.3 billion by the end of 2029, at a CAGR of 11.9% during the forecast period of 2024 to 2029.
The global market for additive methods of R2R technologies for flexible devices is expected to grow from $10.1 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $16.5 billion by the end of 2029, at a CAGR of 10.3% during the forecast period of 2024 to 2029.
Report Scope
This report provides an updated review of roll-to-roll (R2R) technologies for flexible devices, including a description of various device types and R2R fabrication processes, and identifies current and emerging devices fabricated using R2R technologies. BCC Research delineates the current market status for these products, defines trends and presents growth forecasts for the next five years. The R2R technologies for flexible devices market are divided into five segments: process category, substrate material, deposition method, end-use industry and region. Technological issues, including key events and the latest developments, are also discussed.
The report introduces the topic, and a milestone review of R2R technologies for flexible devices is provided, including an outline of recent events. This section identifies devices that are currently commercially available or emerging and offers a description of the main types.
The report provides a technological review of the fabrication steps used to manufacture R2R flexible devices, with an outline of the most common processes. The chapter ends with a highlight of the most active research organizations operating in this field and their activities.
The report provides a global market analysis of R2R technologies for flexible devices. Global revenues (sales data in millions of U.S. dollars) are presented for each segment (i.e., process category, substrate material, deposition method, end-use industry, region), with actual data referring to the year 2023 and estimates for the forecast period from 2024 through 2029. Dollar figures refer to sales of R2R technologies for flexible devices at the manufacturing level. The analysis of current revenues for R2R technologies for flexible devices is followed by a detailed presentation of market growth.
The report also examines the key trends and challenges driving the market, as well as the companies operating within it. It analyzes environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) developments, patents and emerging technologies in the R2R technologies for flexible devices market. It also surveys the competition among major players and provides profiles of leading companies active in the market.
Report Includes
- 63 data tables and 61 additional tables
- An analysis of the global markets for roll-to-roll (R2R) processing technologies for flexible electronic devices in the semiconductor manufacturing industry
- Analyses of global market trends, with market revenue data for 2023, estimates for 2024, forecasts for 2025 and 2027, and projected CAGRs through 2029
- Estimates of the market size and revenue prospects, along with a corresponding market share analysis by technology type, process category, deposition method, substrate material, application and region
- Facts and figures pertaining to the market dynamics, technical advances, regulations, and the impact of macroeconomic factors
- Insights derived from the Porter's Five Forces model, as well as global supply chain and PESTLE analyses
- Analysis of patents, emerging trends and new developments
- Overview of sustainability trends and ESG developments, with emphasis on consumer attitudes, and the ESG scores and practices of leading companies
- Analysis of the industry structure, including companies' market shares and rankings, strategic alliances, M&A activities, and a venture funding outlook
- Company profiles, including AUO Corp., Samsung, LG Display Co. Ltd., Panasonic Industry Co. Ltd., and Johnson Electric Holdings Ltd.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Executive Summary
- Market Outlook
- Scope of Report
- Market Summary
- Technological Advances and Applications
- Market Dynamics and Growth Factors
- Future Trends and Developments
- Segmental Analysis
- Regional Insights and Emerging Markets
- Conclusion
Chapter 2 Market and Technology Overview
- Technology Overview
- R2R Versus Batch Processes
- Importance of Flexible Devices and R2R Processes
- Milestones of R2R Flexible Devices and Recent Events
- Flexible Devices Produced by R2R Technologies
- Electronic Devices
- Optoelectronic Devices
- Energy Devices
- Sensors and Other Devices
- Future of R2R Technologies for Flexible Devices
- Macroeconomic Factors
- Economic Growth and Rising Consumer Spending
- Government Policies and Regulations
- Technological Advances
- Value Chain Analysis
- Research and Technology Development
- R2R Technology Integrators
- R2R Technology End-Use Implementors
- Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- Bargaining Power of Buyers
- Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- Potential of New Entrants
- Threat of Substitutes
- Competition in the Industry
- Patent Analysis
- Regional Patterns
- Key Findings
Chapter 3 Market Dynamics
- Overview
- Market Drivers
- Demand for Flexible Devices Growing Across Consumer Electronics, Optoelectronics and Automotive Industry
- Rising Demand for R2R-Produced Solar Energy and Solar Cells
- Market Challenges
- Technical Challenges
- Limited Consumer Awareness
- Market Opportunities
- Growing Demand for Wearable Electronics
- Surge in Demand for Printed Electronics
Chapter 4 Emerging Technologies and Developments
- Emerging Technologies and Developments
- Organic Electronics
- Printed Electronics
- Nanomaterials
Chapter 5 R2R Process and Materials Overview
- Overview
- Basic Roll-to-Roll Fabrication Process
- Substrate Selection
- Film Deposition and Patterning
- Curing
- Assembly, Cutting, Finishing, Testing and Packaging
Chapter 6 Market Segmentation Analysis
- Segmentation Breakdown
- R2R Technologies for Flexible Devices Market by Process Category
- Key Takeaways
- Subtractive Method
- Additive Method
- R2R Technologies for Flexible Devices Market by Deposition Method
- Key Takeaways
- Thick Film
- Thin Film
- R2R Technologies for Flexible Devices Market by Substrate Material
- Key Takeaways
- Polyimide
- Other Polymers
- Metals
- Other Materials
- R2R Technologies for Flexible Devices Market by End-Use Industry
- Key Takeaways
- Consumer Electronics
- Optoelectronics
- Energy
- Automotive
- Healthcare
- Others
- Geographic Breakdown
- R2R Technologies for Flexible Devices Market by Region
- Key Takeaways
- North America
- Europe
- Asia-Pacific
- Rest of the World
Chapter 7 Competitive Intelligence
- Market Share Analysis
- AUO Corp.
- Samsung
- LG Display Co. Ltd.
- Panasonic Industry Co. Ltd.
- Johnson Electric Holdings Ltd.
- Strategic Analysis
- Product Innovation
- Collaborations and Partnerships
- Acquisitions
- Expansions
- R2R Technologies for Flexible Devices in Solar Energy: A Strategic Analysis
Chapter 8 Sustainability in the R2R Technologies for Flexible Devices Industry: An ESG Perspective
- Overview
- Key ESG Issues in the R2R Technologies in the Flexible Devices Industry
- ESG Performance Analysis
- Environmental Performance
- Social Performance
- Governance Performance
- Current Status of ESG in the Global Market
- Concluding Remarks from BCC Research
Chapter 9 Appendix
- Methodology
- References
- Abbreviations
- Company Profiles
- 3M
- ALL FLEX SOLUTIONS
- APPLIED MATERIALS INC.
- ASCENT SOLAR TECHNOLOGIES INC.
- AUO CORP.
- CAREER TECHNOLOGY (MFG.) CO. LTD.
- E INK HOLDINGS INC.
- FLEXIUM INTERCONNECT INC.
- FUJIKURA LTD.
- HELIATEK
- INTERFLEX CO. LTD.
- JOHNSON ELECTRIC HOLDINGS LTD.
- MOLEX
- PANASONIC HOLDINGS CORP.
- SAMSUNG
- SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES LTD.
- Other Companies in the R2R Technology for Flexible Devices Market