Global Volumetric Construction Market Size Study, By Product (Relocatable, Permanent), By End-use (Residential, Commercial, Student Housing), and Regional Forecasts 2022-2032

The global volumetric construction market was valued at approximately USD 30.88 billion in 2023 and is projected to expand at a CAGR of 8.2% over the forecast period 2024-2032. This growth is primarily driven by the increasing need for faster, cost-effective, and sustainable building solutions. Traditional on-site construction methods face significant challenges, including labor shortages, material waste, and extended project timelines, which have led to a shift towards modular and prefabricated construction techniques. Volumetric construction, a highly efficient off-site building method, offers significant advantages by reducing construction time and labor dependency while improving quality and precision. Governments and private investors worldwide are encouraging the adoption of modular construction techniques to address the growing demand for residential and commercial infrastructure, particularly in rapidly urbanizing regions.

The demand for volumetric construction in commercial infrastructure, including hospitality, healthcare, education, and office buildings, is witnessing robust growth. Developers are increasingly turning to off-site construction methods to expedite project completion while ensuring high structural integrity and sustainability compliance. The COVID-19 pandemic further accelerated the adoption of modular construction for healthcare facilities and emergency medical structures, underscoring its effectiveness in addressing urgent infrastructure needs. In particular, student housing and hotel chains are embracing volumetric construction to create cost-efficient, energy-efficient, and rapidly deployable accommodation solutions.

Another major factor fueling the market is the rising focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility. Volumetric construction significantly minimizes material waste, enhances energy efficiency, and reduces carbon footprints compared to traditional construction methods. The adoption of green materials such as insulated panels, sustainable composites, and recyclable components is driving the market towards net-zero energy buildings. Additionally, the ability to relocate and repurpose prefabricated modules aligns with circular economy initiatives, further encouraging its adoption across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.

Regionally, North America leads the global volumetric construction market, owing to strong adoption of modular construction techniques, rising real estate costs, and a growing labor shortage in the construction industry. The U.S. dominates the regional market, with significant investments in prefabricated housing, office spaces, and healthcare infrastructure. Meanwhile, Europe is experiencing rapid growth, supported by stringent sustainability regulations, net-zero energy building initiatives, and increasing investments in affordable housing. The Asia Pacific market is poised for the fastest growth, fueled by rapid urbanization, government-backed housing initiatives, and the need for scalable construction solutions in densely populated countries such as China and India.

Major Market Players Included in this Report Are:
• Guerdon, LLC
• Synergy, Inc.
• The Boldt Company
• DMD Modular p.s.a
• VOLUMETRIC MODULAR LTD.
• Vision Volumetric
• H.A. Marks Construction Limited
• MPH Building Systems Ltd
• Enevate Homes Limited
• InstaBuilt
• Modulaire Group
• Algeco Scotsman
• Laing O'Rourke
• Skanska AB
• Red Sea International

The Detailed Segments and Sub-segments of the Market Are Explained Below:

By Product:
• Relocatable
• Permanent

By End-use:
• Residential
• Commercial
• Student Housing
• Others

By Region:

North America:
• U.S.
• Canada
• Mexico

Europe:
• UK
• Germany
• France
• Italy
• Spain

Asia Pacific:
• China
• Japan
• India
• South Korea
• Australia

Latin America:
• Brazil
• Argentina

Middle East & Africa:
• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa

Years Considered for the Study Are as Follows:
• Historical Year – 2022
• Base Year – 2023
• Forecast Period – 2024 to 2032

Key Takeaways:
• Market Estimates & Forecasts for 10 years from 2022 to 2032.
• Annualized revenues and regional-level analysis for each market segment.
• Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with country-level insights.
• Competitive landscape with profiles of major players in the market.
• Evaluation of business strategies and recommendations for future growth.
• Comprehensive supply chain and demand-side analysis of the market.

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Chapter 1. Global Water-Based Adhesives Market Executive Summary
1.1. Global Water-Based Adhesives Market Size & Forecast (2022-2032)
1.2. Regional Summary
1.3. Segmental Summary
1.3.1. By Resin Type
1.3.2. By Application
1.4. Key Market Trends
1.5. Recession Impact
1.6. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
Chapter 2. Global Water-Based Adhesives Market Definition and Research Assumptions
2.1. Research Objective
2.2. Market Definition
2.3. Research Assumptions
2.3.1. Inclusion & Exclusion Criteria
2.3.2. Limitations
2.3.3. Supply Side Analysis
2.3.3.1. Raw Material Availability
2.3.3.2. Infrastructure & Manufacturing Capabilities
2.3.3.3. Regulatory Environment
2.3.3.4. Competitive Landscape
2.3.3.5. Economic Viability
2.3.4. Demand Side Analysis
2.3.4.1. Market Acceptance & Consumer Preferences
2.3.4.2. Environmental Regulations & Sustainability Trends
2.3.4.3. Technological Advancements
2.4. Estimation Methodology
2.5. Years Considered for the Study
2.6. Currency Conversion Rates
Chapter 3. Global Water-Based Adhesives Market Dynamics
3.1. Market Drivers
3.1.1. Growing Demand for Eco-friendly Adhesives
3.1.2. Rising Adoption in Packaging & Labeling Industries
3.1.3. Advancements in Water-Based Adhesive Formulations
3.2. Market Challenges
3.2.1. Longer Drying Times Compared to Solvent-Based Adhesives
3.2.2. Limited Adhesion on Certain Non-Absorbent Surfaces
3.3. Market Opportunities
3.3.1. Expansion in Emerging Economies
3.3.2. Development of Bio-based & Hybrid Adhesive Solutions
3.3.3. Growing Use in Sustainable & Green Building Materials
Chapter 4. Global Water-Based Adhesives Market Industry Analysis
4.1. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
4.2. PESTEL Analysis
4.2.1. Political
4.2.2. Economic
4.2.3. Social
4.2.4. Technological
4.2.5. Environmental
4.2.6. Legal
4.3. Key Investment Opportunities
4.4. Top Winning Strategies
4.5. Industry Expert Perspectives
4.6. Analyst Recommendations & Conclusion
Chapter 5. Global Water-Based Adhesives Market Size & Forecast by Resin Type (2022-2032)
5.1. Segment Dashboard
5.2. Revenue Trend Analysis by Resin Type, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
5.2.1. Acrylic Polymer Emulsion
5.2.2. Polyvinyl Acetate Emulsion
5.2.3. Vinyl Acetate Ethylene Emulsion
5.2.4. Styrene Butadiene Latex
5.2.5. Polyurethane Dispersions
5.2.6. Other Resin Types
Chapter 6. Global Water-Based Adhesives Market Size & Forecast by Application (2022-2032)
6.1. Segment Dashboard
6.2. Revenue Trend Analysis by Application, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
6.2.1. Tapes & Labels
6.2.2. Paper & Packaging
6.2.3. Woodworking
6.2.4. Building & Construction
6.2.5. Automotive & Transportation
6.2.6. Other Applications
Chapter 7. Global Water-Based Adhesives Market Size & Forecast by Region (2022-2032)
7.1. North America Water-Based Adhesives Market
7.1.1. U.S. Water-Based Adhesives Market
7.1.2. Canada Water-Based Adhesives Market
7.1.3. Mexico Water-Based Adhesives Market
7.2. Europe Water-Based Adhesives Market
7.2.1. U.K. Water-Based Adhesives Market
7.2.2. Germany Water-Based Adhesives Market
7.2.3. France Water-Based Adhesives Market
7.2.4. Italy Water-Based Adhesives Market
7.2.5. Spain Water-Based Adhesives Market
7.2.6. Rest of Europe
7.3. Asia Pacific Water-Based Adhesives Market
7.3.1. China Water-Based Adhesives Market
7.3.2. India Water-Based Adhesives Market
7.3.3. Japan Water-Based Adhesives Market
7.3.4. South Korea Water-Based Adhesives Market
7.3.5. Rest of Asia Pacific
7.4. Latin America Water-Based Adhesives Market
7.4.1. Brazil Water-Based Adhesives Market
7.4.2. Argentina Water-Based Adhesives Market
7.4.3. Rest of Latin America
7.5. Middle East & Africa Water-Based Adhesives Market
7.5.1. Saudi Arabia Water-Based Adhesives Market
7.5.2. South Africa Water-Based Adhesives Market
7.5.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa
Chapter 8. Competitive Intelligence
8.1. Key Company SWOT Analysis
8.1.1. Henkel AG & Co. KgaA
8.1.2. H.B. Fuller
8.1.3. Arkema
8.2. Top Market Strategies
8.3. Company Profiles
8.3.1. Henkel AG & Co. KgaA
8.3.2. H.B. Fuller
8.3.3. Arkema
8.3.4. Dow
8.3.5. Ashland
8.3.6. Bayer AG
8.3.7. PPG Industries
8.3.8. Sika AG
8.3.9. Akzo Nobel N.V.
8.3.10. 3M
8.3.11. DuPont
Chapter 9. Research Process
9.1. Research Methodology
9.1.1. Data Mining
9.1.2. Analysis
9.1.3. Market Estimation
9.1.4. Validation
9.1.5. Publishing
9.2. Research Attributes
List of Tables
• Table 1: Global Water-Based Adhesives Market Scope & Definitions
• Table 2: Market Estimates & Forecast by Region, 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
• Table 3: Market Estimates & Forecast by Resin Type, 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
• Table 4: Market Estimates & Forecast by Application, 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
• Table 5: North America Water-Based Adhesives Market Estimates & Forecasts by Country, 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
• Table 6: Europe Water-Based Adhesives Market Estimates & Forecasts by Country, 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
• Table 7: Asia Pacific Water-Based Adhesives Market Estimates & Forecasts by Country, 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
• Table 8: Latin America Water-Based Adhesives Market Estimates & Forecasts by Country, 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
• Table 9: Middle East & Africa Water-Based Adhesives Market Estimates & Forecasts by Country, 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
• Table 10: Competitive Landscape – Market Share Analysis of Key Players, 2023 (%)
• Table 11: Recent Developments in the Water-Based Adhesives Market, 2022-2024
• Table 12: Strategic Mergers & Acquisitions in the Market, 2022-2024
• Table 13: Global Water-Based Adhesives Market by Packaging & Paper Segment, 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
• Table 14: Growth Rate Comparison of Solvent-Based vs. Water-Based Adhesives, 2022-2032 (%)
• Table 15: Environmental Regulations Impacting the Adhesives Market, by Region
• Table 16: End-Use Industry Demand Analysis for Water-Based Adhesives, 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
• Table 17: Technological Advancements in Water-Based Adhesive Formulations
• Table 18: Leading Raw Material Suppliers in the Water-Based Adhesives Market
• Table 19: Trade & Export Data for Water-Based Adhesives, by Region (2022-2032)
• Table 20: Investment Trends in R&D for Water-Based Adhesive Technologies
(This list is not complete. The final report contains more than 100 tables.)
List of Figures
• Figure 1: Global Water-Based Adhesives Market, Research Methodology & Approach
• Figure 2: Market Growth Prospects for Water-Based Adhesives (2022-2032)
• Figure 3: Porter’s Five Forces Analysis – Competitive Landscape of the Market
• Figure 4: Revenue Forecast by Region, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
• Figure 5: Growth Rate of Water-Based Adhesives Market by End-Use Sector, 2022-2032 (%)
• Figure 6: Share of Major Players in the Global Water-Based Adhesives Market, 2023 (%)
• Figure 7: Impact of Environmental Regulations on Adhesives Industry by Region
• Figure 8: Water-Based vs. Solvent-Based Adhesives – Market Share Comparison, 2022 & 2032
• Figure 9: Global Trends in Raw Material Pricing for Water-Based Adhesives, 2022-2032
• Figure 10: Emerging Innovations in Adhesive Formulation – Key Developments in 2024
• Figure 11: Demand Growth for Bio-Based Adhesives in Various Industries (2022-2032)
• Figure 12: Technological Advancements in Polyurethane & Acrylic-Based Water-Based Adhesives
• Figure 13: Regional Analysis – Adoption of Low-VOC Adhesives in Key Markets
• Figure 14: Key Mergers & Acquisitions in the Water-Based Adhesives Industry, 2022-2024
• Figure 15: E-commerce Growth Impact on Packaging Adhesive Demand (2022-2032)
• Figure 16: Water-Based Adhesives in Construction – Market Growth Trend, 2022-2032
• Figure 17: Asia Pacific Market Share in Global Water-Based Adhesives Industry, 2023 (%)
• Figure 18: Application Breakdown – Use of Water-Based Adhesives in Tapes & Labels vs. Woodworking
• Figure 19: Sustainability Trends – Growth of Green Adhesives in Automotive & Transport Sectors
• Figure 20: Consumer Awareness & Preference for Eco-Friendly Adhesives (Survey Analysis, 2023)
(This list is not complete. The final report contains more than 50 figures.)

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