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全球单向胶带市场 - 2024-2031Global Unidirectional Tapes Market - 2024-2031 |
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概述
2023年全球单向胶带市场规模达2.6576亿美元,预计2031年将达到7.4036亿美元,2024-2031年预测期间复合年增长率为13.66%。
单向胶带(单向胶带)是先进的复合材料,其特征是纤维沿单一方向取向,从而增强了其沿该轴的强度和刚度。符合人们日益重视的趋势製造过程的可持续性。
由于汽车和航空航太领域对轻量化的日益关注,单向胶带市场正在经历快速增长,其中减轻重量对于提高燃油效率和减少排放至关重要。欧盟的《欧洲绿色协议》和美国的企业平均燃油经济性 (CAFE) 标准等监管机构促使製造商寻求单向胶带等轻质高性能材料作为可行的选择。
亚太地区是单向胶带成长最快的市场,受到中国、日本和印度等国家汽车製造业增加和建设项目扩大的推动。近年来,该地区已成为全球最大的汽车生产区,占汽车总产量的50%以上。 2023年,该地区生产了超过5500万辆汽车,较上年增长10%,突显该地区对单向胶带等高性能复合材料的需求不断增长。
动力学
对轻质和高性能材料的需求不断增长
不同行业对轻质和高性能材料不断增长的需求推动了全球单向胶带市场的发展。它具有卓越的强度重量比,对于航空航太、汽车和风能等行业至关重要,在这些行业中,在保持结构完整性的同时减轻重量至关重要。
国际航空运输协会 (IATA) 的一份报告强调,航空航太业的重点是提高燃油效率和减少排放,以期到 2050 年实现净零碳排放。实现这些目标方面发挥重要作用。
同样,全球汽车产业受法规和消费者对电动和节能汽车偏好的影响,仍在使用单向胶带等轻质复合材料。根据欧洲环境署的数据,近年来欧洲註册的新乘用车平均二氧化碳排放量稳定下降:2020年年减12%,2021年年减12.5%,2022年年减5.3%,其中轻质材料如单向磁带对这种减少做出了重大贡献。
新兴产业的需求不断增长
由于需要高强度、轻质材料来製造更长、更有效率的涡轮叶片,风能产业正成为单向胶带的重要采用者。根据国际能源总署 (IEA) 的数据,在当前政策背景下,到 2030 年,再生能源将占新增发电量的 80%,其中风能装置预计将有巨大需求。
为了满足这种不断增长的需求,单向胶带製造商正在投资开发新配方和先进加工技术,提高其产品的机械性能和耐用性,以承受极端环境条件和高疲劳负荷。同样,采用高性能热塑性塑料的先进单向胶带正在能源密集型行业中得到应用,例如石油和天然气以及化学加工,这些行业可以承受高温和具有挑战性的操作条件。
《先进材料》中的一项研究表明,由聚苯硫醚 (PPS) 製成的单向胶带可以承受超过 260°C 的温度,确保在挑战性条件下的可靠性。随着各行业寻求提高高要求应用的效率和性能,这种耐高温性变得越来越重要。
原物料成本高,政府监管严格
碳纤维、玻璃纤维和热塑性树脂等原料的高成本是单向胶带市场的重大限制。这些材料对于生产航空航天、汽车和建筑等行业使用的高性能胶带至关重要。然而,由于原油价格波动、供应链中断以及开采或生产成本增加等因素,这些纤维和树脂的价格可能会波动。
单向胶带的生产涉及能源密集流程,通常会产生排放,从而引发严格的环境法规。在欧盟和美国等地区,欧盟的REACH(化学品註册、评估、授权和限制)和美国环保署(EPA)标准等法规对排放施加了严格的限制。遵守这些法规通常需要对先进排放控制技术进行大量投资,这进一步增加了营运费用并影响单向胶带市场的整体成本结构。
Overview
Global Unidirectional Tapes Market reached US$ 265.76 million in 2023 and is expected to reach US$ 740.36 million by 2031, growing with a CAGR of 13.66% during the forecast period 2024-2031.
Unidirectional tapes (unidirectional tapes) are advanced composite materials characterized by fibers that are oriented in a single direction, which enhances their strength and stiffness along that axis.Their lightweight properties contribute to improved fuel efficiency and reduced material consumption, aligning with the growing emphasis on sustainability in manufacturing processes.
The market for unidirectional tapes is experiencing rapid growth because of the growing focus on lightweighting in the automotive and aerospace sectors, where reducing weight is essential for improving fuel efficiency and reducing emissions. Regulatory bodies such as the European Union's European Green Deal and the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards in US have prompted manufacturers to seek lightweight, high-performance materials such as unidirectional tapes as a feasible option.
Asia-Pacific is the fastest-growing market for unidirectional tapes, driven by increasing automotive manufacturing and expanding construction projects in countries such as China, Japan and India. The region has emerged as the largest automobile production area globally, accounting for over 50% of total automotive production in recent years. In 2023, it produced more than 55 million vehicles, reflecting a 10% increase from the previous year, highlighting the increasing need for high-performance composite materials like unidirectional tapes in the region.
Dynamics
Increasing Demand for Lightweight and High-Performance Materials
The global market for unidirectional tapes is being driven by the growing need for lightweight and high-performance materials in different industries. It offers exceptional strength-to-weight ratios and is critical for industries such as aerospace, automotive and wind energy, where reducing weight while maintaining structural integrity is essential.
A report from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) highlights that the aerospace sector is focused on improving fuel efficiency and reducing emissions, to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. The tapes particularly made with carbon fiber and high-performance thermoplastic resins, play a significant role in achieving these goals.
Similarly, the worldwide automotive sector, influenced by regulations and consumer preference for electric and fuel-efficient cars, is still utilizing lightweight composite materials such as unidirectional tapes. According to the European Environment Agency, average CO2 emissions from new passenger cars registered in Europe have fallen steadily in recent years: year-on-year by 12% in 2020, 12.5% in 2021 and 5.3% in 2022, with lightweight materials such as unidirectional tapes contributing significantly to this reduction.
Rising Demand from Emerging Sectors
The wind energy sector is emerging as a significant adopter of unidirectional tapes, driven by the need for high-strength, lightweight materials to build longer and more efficient turbine blades. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), renewables are set to contribute 80% of new power generation capacity by 2030 under current policy settings, with wind energy installations projected to have significant demand.
To meet this growing demand, unidirectional tape manufacturers are investing in the development of new formulations and advanced processing techniques, improving the mechanical properties and durability of their products to withstand extreme environmental conditions and high fatigue loads. Similarly, advanced unidirectional tapes utilizing high-performance thermoplastics are finding applications in energy-intensive industries such as oil & gas and chemical processing, where it endure high temperatures and challenging operating conditions.
A study in Advanced Materials revealed that unidirectional tapes made from polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) can withstand temperatures over 260°C, guaranteeing dependability in challenging conditions. This high-temperature resistance is becoming increasingly important as industries look to enhance efficiency and performance in demanding applications.
High Cost of Raw Material with Strict Government Regulation
The high cost of raw materials, such as carbon fibers, glass fibers and thermoplastic resins, is a significant restraint for the unidirectional tapes market. The materials are essential for producing high-performance tapes used in industries like aerospace, automotive and construction. However, the prices of these fibers and resins can be volatile due to factors such as fluctuations in crude oil prices, supply chain disruptions and increased extraction or production costs.
The production of unidirectional tapes involves energy-intensive processes, often resulting in emissions that attract strict environmental regulations. In regions such as the European Union and US, regulations such as the EU's REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) and US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards impose stringent limits on emissions. Compliance with these regulations often necessitates significant investment in advanced emissions control technology, further elevating operating expenses and impacting the overall cost structure of the unidirectional tapes market.
The global unidirectional tapes market is segmented based on resin, fiber, end-user and region.
Demand for Lightweight And High-Strength Materials in Aerospace & Defense
The aerospace and defense industry plays a crucial role in driving the demand for unidirectional tapes, primarily due to their lightweight and high-strength characteristics. Thermoset unidirectional tapes, highly valued for their affordability, exceptional reactivity and simple impregnation process, are widely utilized in these sectors.
The aerospace sector, in particular, favors carbon fiber/epoxy composites for their lightweight properties, high tensile strength, superior modulus and outstanding fatigue resistance. The global aerospace materials market is anticipated to expand significantly in the coming years, supported by the increased adoption of composite materials in aircraft production and growing government defense budgets in key countries such as US, China, India and UK.
In 2021, US and China had the highest military spending, with approximately US$ 801.0 billion and US$ 293.0 billion, respectively, as reported by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). India and UK spent a total of US$ 76.6 billion and US$ 68.4 billion, respectively. The figures underscore the significant role of the aerospace and defense sectors in driving the growth of the unidirectional tapes market, highlighting the importance of continued innovation and investment in advanced composite materials.
Booming Automotive and Aerospace Industry in Asia-Pacific
Asia-Pacific is poised to dominate the unidirectional tapes market during the forecast period, driven by rising demand from key industries such as defense, automotive, aerospace and wind energy in countries such as China and India. In the automotive sector, China was the world's largest automotive manufacturing hub in 2023, accounting for more than 30% of global production.
The growing demand for lightweight materials in high-performance vehicles is expected to boost the use of unidirectional tapes. Similarly, India's automotive industry grew by 12.5% in 2023-2024, reaching 23,853,463 units, driven by government reforms like the "Aatma Nirbhar Bharat" and "Make in India" initiatives, along with heightened consumer demand, providing a strong foundation for future growth in unidirectional tape demand.
In the aerospace sector, China's expanding civil aircraft fleet is also a key contributor. Over the next 20 years, Chinese airlines plan to purchase approximately 7,690 new aircraft, valued at US$ 1.2 trillion, further increasing the demand for unidirectional tapes for lightweight and durable aircraft components. Additionally, India is projected to become the third-largest aviation market, after US and China, as reported by the Ministry of Civil Aviation. This growth is expected to drive demand for unidirectional tapes, which are widely used in manufacturing lightweight aircraft.
The major global players in the market include Celanese Corporation, Cristex Composite Materials, Evonik Industries AG, GL Group, Hexcel Corporation, Pyrotek Inc., SABIC, Teijin Ltd., Toray Industries, Inc. and Victrex plc.
Sustainability Analysis
The unidirectional tapes market is increasingly focused on sustainability efforts in response to the demand for lightweight, high-performance materials that have low environmental impact. As industries such as aerospace, automotive and construction face pressure to reduce their carbon footprints and adhere to strict environmental regulations, manufacturers are developing eco-friendly unidirectional tapes.
For example, Toray Industries offers its Ecodear range of unidirectional tapes made from bio-based polymers like polylactic acid (PLA). These tapes have been certified by ISCC PLUS to guarantee responsibly sourced and traceable raw materials throughout production. Toray argues that its Ecodear tapes can lower carbon emissions by up to 65% in comparison to conventional fossil-based unidirectional tapes.
According to the Composites World Association (CWA), the demand for sustainable composite solutions has become a top priority for industries focused on reducing emissions and improving material efficiency. The organization highlights the importance of unidirectional tapes in lightweight structural applications and underscores their contribution to achieving sustainability goals.
Russia-Ukraine War Impact
The ongoing Russia-Ukraine war has profoundly affected the unidirectional tapes market, particularly in Europe, where geopolitical tensions have resulted in significant supply chain disruptions and fluctuations in raw material prices. Western sanctions on Russia have limited the availability of key raw materials like specialized polymers and composite fibers needed for producing unidirectional tapes.
This situation has compelled European manufacturers to explore alternative sourcing options, with countries like Turkey and China emerging as vital suppliers of these materials. As a result, the supply environment for unidirectional tapes has grown more intricate, affecting both production timelines and pricing tactics. The conflict has also exacerbated inflationary pressures across Europe, with the composite materials sector feeling the brunt of rising costs.
The rise in energy prices has had a significant impact, placing additional financial pressure on the production of unidirectional tape that relies on natural gas and petroleum for manufacturing. This energy crisis, catalyzed by the conflict in 2022, has left manufacturers grappling with higher operational costs, which are likely to be passed on to consumers, thereby influencing market dynamics and pricing structures in the unidirectional tapes sector.
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The global unidirectional tapes market report would provide approximately 62 tables, 52 figures and 205 pages.
Target Audience 2024
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