3D Woven Fabrics Market Size Report- Sales and Forecast by 2028

[Research Report] The 3D woven fabrics market size is expected to grow from US$ 120.87 million in 2022 to US$ 266.34 million by 2028; it is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 14.1% from 2022 to 2028.

3D woven fabrics are light in weight as compared to most woods and metals. The lightweight property of 3D woven fabrics makes their usage important in aircraft, and automobiles, where less weight offers better fuel efficiency. Nowadays, designers of airplanes are greatly concerned with weight, as reducing a craft’s weight reduces the amount of fuel it needs and increases the speed it can reach. Moreover, 3D woven fabrics resist damage from the weather and harsh chemicals. They can be molded into complicated shapes more easily than most other materials.

In 2022, Europe held the largest 3D woven fabrics market revenue share of the global 3D woven fabrics market. The demand for 3D woven fabrics in Europe is increasing due to the rise in R&D activities with respect to the utilization of 3D woven fabrics in end-use industries such as aircraft, automotive, building & construction, and many others. The 3D woven fabrics in Europe has the potential to create opportunities for business, export, and advanced manufacturing applications for aerospace and automotive industries in the region. This has resulted in rapid increase in popularity of 3D woven fabrics in Europe. According to the European Commission, European Union invested approximately US$ 103 billion in research and innovation funding program—Horizon 2021—from 2021 to 2027. It involved funding for developing advanced textiles used in transportation and aeronautics sectors. All these factors positively contribute to the 3D woven fabrics market growth in the region.

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Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on 3D Woven Fabrics Market

Industries such as automotive, aerospace, building & construction, and defense and military have been the major contributors to the demand for 3D woven fabrics. In 2020, these industries had to slow down their operations due to disruptions in the value chain caused by the shutdown of national and international boundaries. The shortage of manpower resulted in the deceleration of 3D woven fabrics production and distribution operations. Disruptions in the global supply chain and shutdown of resin production facilities led to a severe spike in the prices of 3D woven fabrics. Lockdowns imposed by different countries in 2020 hampered the ability of industries to maintain inventory levels. Moreover, sanitary measures and other COVID-19 precautions significantly reduced production capacity, creating a shortage of 3D woven fabrics inventory. However, in 2021, the global marketplace began recovering from the losses incurred in 2020 as governments of different countries announced relaxation in social restrictions. Moreover, rising vaccination rates contributed to improvements in the overall conditions in different countries, which led to conducive environments for industrial and commercial progress. Further, the increasing production capacities in the automobile and other industries in Europe and North America resulted in a rise in demand for 3D woven fabrics in 2021.

Market Insights

Increasing Demand for 3D Woven Fabrics from Automotive and Aircraft Industry

Advanced materials are crucial for boosting the fuel economy of modern automobiles while ensuring safety and performance. Substituting cast iron and traditional steel components with lightweight materials such as high-strength 3D Woven Fabrics reduces the weight of a vehicle body and chassis, thereby reducing the fuel consumption of a vehicle. Moreover, 3D Woven Fabrics are suitable for the manufacturing of nonstructural interior components, seat backs, headliners, interior panels, and dashboards. The utilization of natural fiber-reinforced composites is increasing in aircraft applications due to legislation and regulations forcing manufacturers to use sustainable and recycled materials to manufacture fuel-efficient and lightweight vehicles. In addition, aircraft manufacturers are making efforts to enlarge primary thermoplastic structures in business jets and commercial aircraft. They have been the early adopters of long fiber-reinforced thermoplastics.

Type Insights

Based on type, the global 3D woven fabrics market is segmented into solid, hollow, shell, and nodal. The global 3D woven fabrics market share for the solid segment was the largest in 2022. 3D solid refers to woven architectures with solid cross-sections either in a broad panel or net-shaped preform. It is a structure comprising integrated multiple-walled sections in the directions of fabric width and thickness, defining a cross-sectional shape without any tunnel-like opening in the fabric-length direction. 3D solid consists of multilayer, orthogonal, and angle interlocks. Orthogonal is based on straight yarns. Warp and weft yarn are used to manage fabric thickness. This structure has a greater volume fraction than others. Angle interlock is based on individual layers. Each layer is different from another. 3D solid structures range from two to four layers. The solid segment is expected to grow significantly and would account for growth in 3D woven fabrics market size.

The key players operating in the global 3D woven fabrics market include Textum OPCO LLC, Tex Tech Industries Inc, Sigmatex (UK) Ltd, 3D Woven SaRL, Tantra Composite Technologies Pvt Ltd, U-Long High Tech Textile Co Ltd, TEAM Inc, Changzhou Bolong Three Dimensional Composites Co Ltd, Topweaving New Material Tech Co Ltd, and China Beihai Fiberglass Co Ltd. Players operating in the global 3D woven fabrics market focus on providing high-quality products to fulfill customer demand. They are also focusing on strategies such as investments in research and development activities and new product launches.

3D Woven Fabrics Market Regional Insights

The regional trends and factors influencing the 3D Woven Fabrics Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at Insight Partners. This section also discusses 3D Woven Fabrics Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.

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3D Woven Fabrics Market Players Density: Understanding Its Impact on Business Dynamics

The 3D Woven Fabrics Market market is growing rapidly, driven by increasing end-user demand due to factors such as evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and greater awareness of the product's benefits. As demand rises, businesses are expanding their offerings, innovating to meet consumer needs, and capitalizing on emerging trends, which further fuels market growth.

Market players density refers to the distribution of firms or companies operating within a particular market or industry. It indicates how many competitors (market players) are present in a given market space relative to its size or total market value.

Major Companies operating in the 3D Woven Fabrics Market are:

1. Textum OPCO LLC
2. Tex Tech Industries Inc
3. Sigmatex (UK) Ltd
4. 3D Weaving SaRL
5. Tantra Composite Technologies Pvt Ltd

Disclaimer: The companies listed above are not ranked in any particular order.

Report Spotlights

• Progressive industry trends in the 3D woven fabrics market to help players develop effective long-term strategies
• Business growth strategies adopted by developed and developing markets
• Quantitative analysis of the 3D woven fabrics market from 2020 to 2028
• Estimation of global demand for 3D woven fabrics
• Porter’s Five Forces analysis to illustrate the efficacy of buyers and suppliers operating in the industry
• Recent developments to understand the competitive market scenario
• Market trends and outlook, as well as factors driving and restraining the growth of the 3D woven fabrics market
• Assistance in the decision-making process by highlighting market strategies that underpin commercial interest, leading to the market growth
• The 3D woven fabrics market size at various nodes
• Detailed overview and segmentation of the market, as well as the 3D woven fabrics industry dynamics
• The 3D woven fabrics market size in various regions with promising growth opportunities

Global 3D Woven Fabrics Market

Based on type, the 3D woven fabrics market is segmented into solid, hollow, shell, and nodal. Based on fiber type, the global 3D woven fabrics market is segmented into carbon fiber, glass fiber, and others. Based on application, the 3D woven fabrics market is segmented into ballistics, aircraft, transportation, building & construction, and others.

Company Profiles

1. Textum OPCO LLC
2. Tex Tech Industries Inc
3. Sigmatex (UK) Ltd
4. 3D Weaving SaRL
5. Tantra Composite Technologies Pvt Ltd
6. U-Long High Tech Textile Co Ltd
7. TEAM Inc
8. Changzhou Bolong Three Dimensional Composites Co Ltd
9. Topweaving New Material Tech Co Ltd
10. China Beihai Fiberglass Co Ltd