The global ceramic matrix composites market size was estimated at USD 3.40 billion in 2022 and is expected to grow at a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.8% from 2023 to 2030. 

High-temperature stability in addition to reduced weight and high strength is expected to propel the growth. The chemical industry had an unanticipated turning point in the first half of 2020. These businesses, which were already coping with complicated long-term patterns, saw the combined consequences of the COVID-19-related economic crisis and the oil price crash. The global pandemic has significantly influenced the market.

Additionally, the high cost of ceramic fibers has greatly influenced market growth. Unlike carbon fiber, which is used in most metal and polymer composites and, thus, is produced in bulk, other ceramic fibers are produced in small quantities which refrains them from the cost benefits of mass production.

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Detailed Segmentation:

Product Insights

The oxides segment led the market and accounted for more than 30.14% share of the global revenue in 2022. Improved properties of oxide composites such as no oxidation and high fracturing toughness in addition to the less expensive production process are expected to trigger its demand for aerospace, defense, and energy & power applications.

The sic segment is projected to register a CAGR of 12.8% in terms of value over the forecast period. The higher initial cost of SiC ceramic matrix composites is the most prominent growth barrier for the segment. Other costs indulged during usage and transportation, such as cleaning costs and repositioning costs also restrain the growth.

Carbon products held a significant revenue share in 2022 due to the large-scale production of carbon fibers to fulfill the increased demand for CF and CFRP products globally, the costs of carbon/carbon ceramic matrix composites are significantly cheaper than silicon carbide/silicon carbide and oxide/oxide ceramic matrix composites.

Application Insights

The aerospace segment led the market and accounted for more than 41.95% of the global revenue share in 2022.Factors such as the rising preference of consumers for manufacturing noses, rudders, fins, leading edges, body flaps, hot structures, tiles, and panels for aircraft are anticipated to drive the demand in the aerospace segment during the forecast period.

Their excellent impact strength coupled with high hardness makes these composites suitable for manufacturing bullet-proof armor and insulation in small arms weapons platforms. A majority of ceramic materials are transparent to certain types of energy, light, etc. and, as a result of this, they are widely used for infrared domes, sensor protection, and multi-spectral windows.

Regional Insights

North America dominated the market and accounted for over 46.4% of the revenue share in 2022. The presence of major aviation industries, their investment in developing ceramic matrix components for manufacturing aviation components, and collaborations with government agencies for upgrading defense equipment are some of the essential factors anticipated to propel the CMC demand in North America.

Over-consumption of oil in Asia Pacific has stimulated the need for energy security with a focus on deriving energy from alternate sources which include natural gas. Ceramic matrix composites are thus likely to play a major role in this segment. In addition, the growing need for fuel-efficient aircraft engines is also going to boost the market to reduce operational costs.

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Key Companies & Market Share Insights

The market is characterized by the presence of various small- and large-scale players, resulting in a moderate level of concentration in the market. To serve a larger customer base, they are also trying to expand their product portfolio by focusing on developing cost-effective composites with enhanced properties.

A large number of manufacturers are focused on backward integration to keep product quality under control. The industry participants emphasize on expanding their product portfolio by developing innovative solutions and cheaper products with superior properties to cater to the increasing consumer demand. 

Some prominent players in the global ceramic matrix composites market include:

• 3M Company

• COI Ceramics, Inc.

• Coorstek, Inc.

• General Electric Company

• Kyocera Corporation

• Lancer Systems LP

• SGL Carbon Company

• Ultramet, Inc.

• Ube Industries, Ltd.

Ceramic Matrix Composites Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global ceramic matrix composites market report based on product, application, and region:

• Product Outlook (Volume, Tons, Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Oxides

• Silicon Carbide

• Carbon

• Others

• Application Outlook (Volume, Tons, Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Aerospace

• Defense

• Energy & Power

• Electrical & Electronics

• Others

• Regional Outlook (Volume, Tons, Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• North America

o U.S.

o Canada

o Mexico

• Europe

o Germany

o U.K.

o France

o Spain

o Italy

• Asia Pacific

o China

o India

o Japan

o South Korea

• Middle East & Africa

• Central & South America

o Brazil.

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