Canada Automotive Thermoplastic Polymer Composites Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2024 - 2029 |
| Historical Data Period | 2019 - 2022 |
| CAGR | 7.72 % |
| Market Concentration | Medium |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Canada Automotive Thermoplastic Polymer Composites Market Analysis
The Canada Automotive Thermoplastic Polymer Composites Market is valued at USD 0.8 billion in 2023, and it is expected to reach USD 1.25 billion by 2028, registering a CAGR of 7.72% during the forecast period.
There was a rising interest in thermoplastic polymer composites over the past few years, owing to several advantages of these materials, including high volume processability, recyclability, superior damage tolerance, fracture toughness, and ability to produce complex shapes.
These composites found applications in different modes of transportation, from cars to underground trains. Among thermoplastic composites, long-fiber thermoplastics (LFTs) are being extensively used in the transportation sector.
The automotive industry was impacted due to high fuel prices. Furthermore, in the transportation industry, vehicle OEMs and suppliers use thermoplastic composites to reduce vehicle mass. Due to stringent emission regulations, automotive manufacturers are focusing on reducing the weight of the vehicle, as it helps in saving a noticeable amount of carbon dioxide emissions. A 10 kg weight reduction is estimated to reduce 1 gm of carbon dioxide per km.
Canada Automotive Thermoplastic Polymer Composites Market Trends
Glass Mat Thermoplastic (GMT) is Expected to Grow with a Fast Pace
Glass mat thermoplastic sheets were first introduced in 1970. Considering the cost-related mechanical performance criteria, GMT composites are located between injection moldable, discontinued (long or short) glass-fiber-reinforced composites, and advanced thermoplastic with various fiber architectures.
Although GMTs are available in various polymer matrices and are dominated by propylene-based composites due to their low price. These are well capable of competing with other structure materials, primarily in conditions where temperatures lesser than 110°C are maintained.
Glass mat thermoplastic composites are witnessing demand from the composite market. They are easy to use, with superior mechanical performance.
- Mercedes-Benz selected two grades of glass mat-reinforced thermoplastic material, which are supplied by the Swiss material producer Quadrant Plastic Composites. These materials are used for manufacturing the innovative front-end module, which was designed for its S-class series luxury coupe. The new front-end module weighs only 3.4 kg, while the previous model used to weigh 5 kg.
Innovations and greater market penetration are expected to drive the demand for glass mat thermoplastic composites during the forecast period.
Transportation Sector to Drive the Market
The Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFÉ) standard forced manufacturers in the automobile industry to develop vehicle designs that incorporated high-performance, lightweight materials. The weight of an automobile include a direct impact on driving dynamics, fuel consumption, and agility. A 10% reduction in vehicle weights results in approximately 5-7% rise in fuel savings.
The rising focus on minimizing carbon emissions and enhancement of fuel economy, primarily by reducing the weight of a vehicle, is driving the demand for thermoplastics composites.
Continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composites (CFRTP) are one of the primary materials that can address the rising concerns regarding a vehicle's weight. In combination with metals, CFRTP composites will be a part of a multi-material approach when designing the car of the future. These materials are developed and assembled with recyclability and sustainability in mind. In addition, the automotive industry standards will serve to align methods for characterizing the performance of CFRTP composites.
The automotive industry is undergoing a major transformation. As companies explore various options to address future needs, collaboration proves to be an effective way to discover new growth avenues while leveraging risk. The preferred approach is collaboration with strategic players throughout the value chain.
- For instance, DuPont Transportation and Advanced Polymers choose to advance through collaborative networks while actively participating in consortia, including IACMI (Institute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing Innovation) and AZL (Aachen Centre for Integrative Lightweight Production. It is where standardization is addressed, along with collaborative teams that are focusing on demonstrating the production methods of cost-effective CFRTP composites, especially for high-volume applications.
Canada Automotive Thermoplastic Polymer Composites Industry Overview
The Automotive Thermoplastic Polymer Composites Market is consolidated, with only a few companies dominating the market. Some of the major players in the market are 3B-Fiberglass, Base Group, BASF, BMW, and Cytec Industries, Inc., amongst others.
Canada Automotive Thermoplastic Polymer Composites Market Leaders
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3B-Fiberglass
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Base Group
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BASF SE
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Gurit Holding
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Solvay SA
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Canada Automotive Thermoplastic Polymer Composites Market News
- February 2023: Pyrophobic Systems Ltd., which is one of the leading thermoplastic and resin companies for battery and construction safety applications, announced that its product LithiumPrevent 200 material was selected for battery application by the OEM giant General Motors.
- April 2022: Gurit Holdings AG announced the acquisition of a 60% share of Fiberline Composites A/S, a manufacturer of pultruded carbon and glass fiber products used in wind blade production.
Canada Automotive Thermoplastic Polymer Composites Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Assumptions
1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
4.1 Market Drivers
4.1.1 Increasingly Focused On Lightweighting Vehicles
4.2 Market Restraints
4.2.1 High Production Cost
4.3 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.3.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.3.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
4.3.3 Threat of New Entrants
4.3.4 Threat of Substitute Products
4.3.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION (Market Size in Value USD)
5.1 By Production Type
5.1.1 Hand Layup
5.1.2 Resin Transfer Molding
5.1.3 Vacuum Infusion Processing
5.1.4 Injection Molding
5.1.5 Compression Molding
5.2 By Application Type
5.2.1 Structural Assembly
5.2.2 Power-train Components
5.2.3 Interior
5.2.4 Exterior
5.2.5 Other Application Types
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1 Vendor Market Share**
6.2 Company Profiles
6.2.1 Solvay Group
6.2.2 3B-Fiberglass (Braj Binani Group)
6.2.3 Cytec Industries Inc.
6.2.4 Arkema Group
6.2.5 Celanese Corporation
6.2.6 Daicel Polymer Ltd
6.2.7 DuPont de Nemours
6.2.8 Hexcel Corporation
6.2.9 Technocompound GmbH
6.2.10 Polyone Corporation
6.2.11 Base Group
6.2.12 Gurit Holding
6.2.13 BASF SE
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
7.1 Advancements in Manufacturing Technologies
7.2 Development of Innovative Glass Fiber Composites
Canada Automotive Thermoplastic Polymer Composites Industry Segmentation
The Canada Automotive Thermoplastic Polymer Composites Market refers to the industry involved in the production and distribution of thermoplastic polymer composite materials specifically designed for use in the automotive sector. Thermoplastic polymer composites are materials made by combining thermoplastic polymers, such as polypropylene (PP), polyethylene (PE), or polyamide (PA), with reinforcing fibers or fillers to enhance their mechanical properties.
The Canadian automotive thermoplastic polymer composite market covers the latest trends and technological development and provides an analysis of the market demand by production type and application type. By production type, the market is segmented into hand layup, resin transfer molding, vacuum infusion processing, injection molding, and compression molding. By application type, the market is segmented into structural assembly, power train components, interior, exterior, and others.
The report offers market size and forecasts in value USD.
| By Production Type | |
| Hand Layup | |
| Resin Transfer Molding | |
| Vacuum Infusion Processing | |
| Injection Molding | |
| Compression Molding |
| By Application Type | |
| Structural Assembly | |
| Power-train Components | |
| Interior | |
| Exterior | |
| Other Application Types |
Canada Automotive Thermoplastic Polymer Composites Market Research FAQs
What is the current Canada Automotive Thermoplastic Polymer Composites Market size?
The Canada Automotive Thermoplastic Polymer Composites Market is projected to register a CAGR of 7.72% during the forecast period (2024-2029)
Who are the key players in Canada Automotive Thermoplastic Polymer Composites Market?
3B-Fiberglass, Base Group, BASF SE, Gurit Holding and Solvay SA are the major companies operating in the Canada Automotive Thermoplastic Polymer Composites Market.
What years does this Canada Automotive Thermoplastic Polymer Composites Market cover?
The report covers the Canada Automotive Thermoplastic Polymer Composites Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Canada Automotive Thermoplastic Polymer Composites Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Canada Automotive Thermoplastic Polymer Composites Industry Report
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