Global Fiber Optic Preform Market Size, Share & Industry Trends Analysis Report By Process (VAD, OVD, PCVD, and MCVD), By End-user, By Type (Multi-Mode, Single-Mode, and Plastic Optical Fiber), By Regional Outlook and Forecast, 2023 - 2030

Global Fiber Optic Preform Market Size, Share & Industry Trends Analysis Report By Process (VAD, OVD, PCVD, and MCVD), By End-user, By Type (Multi-Mode, Single-Mode, and Plastic Optical Fiber), By Regional Outlook and Forecast, 2023 - 2030

The Global Fiber Optic Preform Market size is expected to reach $21 billion by 2030, rising at a market growth of 20.5% CAGR during the forecast period.

As 5G services progress towards commercialization, telecommunications service providers are placing significant importance on installing more recent 5G base stations to gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace. Therefore, Telecom segment generated $2019.3 million revenue in the market in 2022. The extensive implementation of 5G technology in developed and developing countries would create advantageous prospects for fiber optics suppliers. The optical fibers can swiftly transmit a substantial volume of data between two distinct locations.

The major strategies followed by the market participants are Product Launches and Partnerships, Collaborations & Agreements as the key developmental strategy to keep pace with the changing demands of end users. For instance, In January, 2023, Prysmian launched 864-fiber version of its Sirocco HD microduct cables. The new Sirocco HD microduct cables feature Prysmian’s BendBright-A2 200-µm single-mode bend-insensitive fiber that reduces the diameter of the cable. The product is designed to be installed into microducts. Moreover, In October, 2022, STL revealed multicore fibre and cable. The new product features Quad-core fibre connectivity and Quantum communication feasibility and reduces Carbon footprint.

Based on the Analysis presented in the KBV Cardinal matrix; Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. is the major forerunner in the Market. Companies such as Sterlite Technologies Limited, Corning Incorporated and Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. are some of the key innovators in the Market.

Market Growth Factors

Rising expansion of data centers

The pandemic's impact on work habits and the rise of cloud-based technology have driven a sharp rise in the need for data centers. More land, buildings, air conditioning units, and electricity are needed to sustain the operational infrastructure around the clock. The factors driving the need for data centers include the rising need for high bandwidth capacity and data, mainly due to the rise in smartphone users, the quick adoption of cloud computing and digitization by businesses, and operational and development needs. Consequently, the market is growing because of the increased requirement for data centers.

Growing internet penetration and data traffic

The Internet has become a vital component of contemporary culture, influencing its numerous dimensions. Massive growth in demand for access to the Internet has ensued from the pervasive adoption of smartphones, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, and various other technological innovations. In the coming years, it is anticipated that virtually everyone, irrespective of location, will have access to the Internet. Due to the subsequent exponential increase in data consumption, a dependable communication infrastructure will be required to accommodate the growing needs. The proliferation of data will spur the installation of additional fiber optic cables and subsystems, thereby propelling the growth of the market.

Market Restraining Factors

Significant barriers during installation

Crews may be hindered in their efforts to bore or excavate trenches where the fiber has to be buried by rugged terrain. The installation process of fiber-optic cables frequently necessitates the utilization of excavations or boring-to-lay cables across extensive distances. This can be complex, particularly when confronted with varied topography, including congested urban areas, mountainous regions, or undersea installations. Consequently, the obstacles associated with fiber optic installation impede the expansion of the market.

Process Outlook

Based on process, the market is divided into OVD, VAD, PCVD, and MCVD. The VAD segment procured the highest revenue share in the market in 2022. Vapor axial deposition (VAD) can manufacture superior quality preforms that exhibit low attenuation and remarkable transmission characteristics. VAP is the predominant technique utilized in the production of fiber forms. The process entails the disposal of diverse substances, including silica, onto a rotating shaft, which is subsequently ejected into the ultimate optical fiber. This technique has emerged as an extraordinary technique for mass-producing large glasses and has facilitated optical fiber fabrication.

End-user Outlook

Based on end-user, the market is categorized into telecom, oil & gas, military & aerospace, BFSI, medical, railway, and others. The military and aerospace segment garnered a remarkable growth rate in the market in 2022. In addition to its usage in temperature monitoring, optical fiber is also used in the military and aerospace industries for communication and signal transfer. Because fiber optic cables are lighter and smaller, they can be helpful. In the aircraft industry, many countries saw an increase in domestic commercial aviation income passenger kilometers over pre-pandemic levels. The demand for new airplanes, as well as aftermarket goods and services, surged because of this growth in air travel. In the defense industry, recent geopolitical difficulties and an emphasis on military modernization led to a strong demand for fiber optics, primarily for next-generation weapons and capabilities.

Type Outlook

On the basis of type, the market is divided into single-mode, multi-mode, and plastic optical fiber. The multi-mode segment recorded the largest revenue share in the market in 2022. In addition to a significantly broad core, multi-mode typically employs an extended wavelength of light. As a result, multi-mode optical fibers exhibit an enhanced capability to collect light emitted by the laser source. Multi-mode fibers are often less expensive and easier to work with, making them suitable for shorter-distance applications within local area networks (LANs) and data centers.

Regional Outlook

Region-wise, the market is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and LAMEA. The Asia Pacific region witnessed the maximum revenue share in the market in 2022. The primary catalysts for the region's expansion are the rising prevalence of end-use industries, the expanding telecom sector, and internet usage. Asia-Pacific has experienced a notable upswing in the development of telecommunication infrastructure, which can be attributed to several factors, including the growing need for high-speed internet access, the expansion of 4G and 5G networks, as well as the increasing penetration of smartphones.

The market research report covers the analysis of key stake holders of the market. Key companies profiled in the report include Corning Incorporated, Optical Cable Corporation, Sterlite Technologies Limited, Prysmian Group, Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd., Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd., Yangtze Optical Fibre and Cable Joint Stock Limited Company, Hengtong Group Co., Ltd., Fujikura Ltd. and Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

Recent Strategies Deployed in Fiber Optic Preform Market

Mergers & Acquisition

Dec-2021: Prysmian Group took over Omnisens S.A., a leader in high-performance fiber-optic based monitoring solutions. The acquisition would solidify the company's value-added businesses.

Jan-2021: Sterlite Technologies acquired Optotec, an Italy-based manufacturer of optical interconnect products. The addition of Optotec enables the acquiring company to offer a comprehensive set of solutions to its clients across the Middle East, India, and Europe.

Product Launches and Product Expansions

Jan-2023: Prysmian launched 864-fiber version of its Sirocco HD microduct cables. The new Sirocco HD microduct cables feature Prysmian’s BendBright-A2 200-µm single-mode bend-insensitive fiber that reduces the diameter of the cable. The product is designed to be installed into microducts.

Oct-2022: STL revealed multicore fibre and cable. The new product features Quad-core fibre connectivity and Quantum communication feasibility and reduces Carbon footprint. Additionally, the Multicore fibre and cable transform 5G and data center connectivity.

Oct-2022: Sterlite Technologies Limited introduced Multiverse, India’s first multi-core Optical Fibre and cable. The launched product would utilize Space Division Multiplexing to achieve 4 times the transmission capacity as compared to a typical optical fiber with the same diameter.

Aug-2022: STL introduced a range of compatible optical connectivity products including Stellar fibre, pre-connectorized drop cabling solutions, Closure (CORC) and Celesta Intelligently Bonded Ribbon Cable combined with Compact Optical Ribbon Closure (CORC). The launch is aimed at enabling accelerated network rollouts to empower digital transformation and smooth user experience.

Jun-2021: Sumitomo Electric Industries introduced AirEB, a multi-fiber connector. This connector offers a multi-fiber connector with an expanded beam that has optical performance tolerant to the contamination on the connector mating faces contributing to a reduction in cost for a huge number of fiber optic network operators. This product features convenience and high frequency of cleaning, ease in material management, and better mass production.

Partnerships, Collaborations & Agreements

Oct-2023: Sterlite Technologies Limited came into collaboration with Hygenco, a homegrown green hydrogen solutions provider. Through this collaboration, both companies would empower their partnership with 50Hertz on these important projects and contribute to the German 'Energiewende' with their solutions and experience, helping the growth of green energy use in Germany and around the world.

Aug-2022: Furukawa Electric LatAm entered into a partnership with Nokia, a Finnish telecommunication, information technology, and consumer electronics corporation. Through this partnership, the company aimed to bring innovative solutions to the clients and provide a reliable and secure technological platform.

Jul-2021: Furukawa Electric teamed up with Fujitsu Optical Components Limited, the leading manufacturer of current-carrying wiring devices. Together, the companies aimed to bring optical device products for digital coherent systems to supply specialized transceiver solutions to customers in the Asia region, where such solutions are witnessing high demand.

Oct-2020: Corning Optical Communications LLC, a subsidiary of Corning Incorporated joined hands with CommScope Technologies LLC, a subsidiary of CommScope Holding Company, Inc., to offer a broad range of optical connectivity solutions. The collaboration is aimed at making a wide range of solutions optical connectivity solutions.

Feb-2019: Sumitomo Electric Industries teamed up with Optoscribe, a supplier of 3D glass-based integrated photonics components. The collaboration is aimed at addressing the performance challenges faced by datacom and telecom applications and for further deployment of multicore fiber and related technologies.

Geographical Expansions

Sep-2022: Corning Inc. expanded its business to Mszczonow, Poland. The new optical fiber manufacturing facility would aim to fulfill the increasing demand for high-speed connectivity in the European Union and neighboring regions. Through this geographic expansion, the company would increase its local supply and manufacturing to fulfill the demand in international markets.

Aug-2022: Corning Incorporated expanded its manufacturing facility in Gilbert, Arizona. This expansion aimed to increase capacity for optical cable and connectivity solutions to meet record demand.

Scope of the Study

Market Segments covered in the Report:

By Process

• VAD
• OVD
• PCVD
• MCVD

By End-user

• Telecom
• Oil & Gas
• Military & Aerospace
• BFSI
• Railway
• Medical
• Others

By Type

• Multi-Mode
• Single-Mode
• Plastic Optical Fiber

By Geography

• North America
• US
• Canada
• Mexico
• Rest of North America
• Europe
• Germany
• UK
• France
• Russia
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
• China
• Japan
• India
• South Korea
• Singapore
• Malaysia
• Rest of Asia Pacific
• LAMEA
• Brazil
• Argentina
• UAE
• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa
• Nigeria
• Rest of LAMEA

Companies Profiled

• Corning Incorporated
• Optical Cable Corporation
• Sterlite Technologies Limited
• Prysmian Group
• Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.
• Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd.
• Yangtze Optical Fibre and Cable Joint Stock Limited Company
• Hengtong Group Co., Ltd.
• Fujikura Ltd.
• Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

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