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全球單向膠帶市場 - 2024-2031Global Unidirectional Tapes Market - 2024-2031 |
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概述
2023年全球單向膠帶市場規模達2.6576億美元,預計2031年將達到7.4036億美元,2024-2031年預測期間複合年成長率為13.66%。
單向膠帶(單向膠帶)是先進的複合材料,其特徵是纖維沿單一方向取向,從而增強了其沿該軸的強度和剛度。符合人們日益重視的趨勢製造過程的永續性。
由於汽車和航空航太領域對輕量化的日益關注,單向膠帶市場正在經歷快速成長,其中減輕重量對於提高燃油效率和減少排放至關重要。歐盟的《歐洲綠色協議》和美國的企業平均燃油經濟性 (CAFE) 標準等監管機構促使製造商尋求單向膠帶等輕質高性能材料作為可行的選擇。
亞太地區是單向膠帶成長最快的市場,受到中國、日本和印度等國家汽車製造業增加和建設項目擴大的推動。近年來,該地區已成為全球最大的汽車生產區,佔汽車總產量的50%以上。 2023年,該地區生產了超過5500萬輛汽車,較上年成長10%,突顯該地區對單向膠帶等高性能複合材料的需求不斷成長。
動力學
對輕質和高性能材料的需求不斷成長
不同行業對輕質和高性能材料不斷成長的需求推動了全球單向膠帶市場的發展。它具有卓越的強度重量比,對於航空航太、汽車和風能等行業至關重要,在這些行業中,在保持結構完整性的同時減輕重量至關重要。
國際航空運輸協會 (IATA) 的一份報告強調,航空航太業的重點是提高燃油效率和減少排放,以期到 2050 年實現淨零碳排放。實現這些目標方面發揮重要作用。
同樣,全球汽車產業受法規和消費者對電動和節能汽車偏好的影響,仍在使用單向膠帶等輕質複合材料。根據歐洲環境署的數據,近年來歐洲註冊的新乘用車平均二氧化碳排放量穩定下降:2020年年減12%,2021年年減12.5%,2022年年減5.3%,其中輕質材料如單向磁帶對這種減少做出了重大貢獻。
新興產業的需求不斷成長
由於需要高強度、輕質材料來製造更長、更有效率的渦輪葉片,風能產業正成為單向膠帶的重要採用者。根據國際能源總署 (IEA) 的數據,在當前政策背景下,到 2030 年,再生能源將佔新增發電量的 80%,其中風能裝置預計將有巨大需求。
為了滿足這種不斷成長的需求,單向膠帶製造商正在投資開發新配方和先進加工技術,提高其產品的機械性能和耐用性,以承受極端環境條件和高疲勞負荷。同樣,採用高性能熱塑性塑膠的先進單向膠帶正在能源密集型行業中得到應用,例如石油和天然氣以及化學加工,這些行業可以承受高溫和具有挑戰性的操作條件。
《先進材料》中的一項研究表明,由聚苯硫醚 (PPS) 製成的單向膠帶可以承受超過 260°C 的溫度,確保在挑戰性條件下的可靠性。隨著各行業尋求提高高要求應用的效率和性能,這種耐高溫性變得越來越重要。
原物料成本高,政府監管嚴格
碳纖維、玻璃纖維和熱塑性樹脂等原料的高成本是單向膠帶市場的重大限制。這些材料對於生產航空航太、汽車和建築等行業使用的高性能膠帶至關重要。然而,由於原油價格波動、供應鏈中斷以及開採或生產成本增加等因素,這些纖維和樹脂的價格可能會波動。
單向膠帶的生產涉及能源密集流程,通常會產生排放,從而引發嚴格的環境法規。在歐盟和美國等地區,歐盟的REACH(化學品註冊、評估、授權和限制)和美國環保署(EPA)標準等法規對排放施加了嚴格的限制。遵守這些法規通常需要對先進排放控制技術進行大量投資,這進一步增加了營運費用並影響單向膠帶市場的整體成本結構。
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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