Advanced Glass Market Forecasts to 2028 – Global Analysis By Raw Material (Soda Ash, Silica Sand, Natural Gas), Application (Air To Air, Air To Ground, Air To Sea), Product Type (Ceramic Glass, Coated Glass, Tempered Glass), End User (Optical, Automotive,

Advanced Glass Market Forecasts to 2028 – Global Analysis By Raw Material (Soda Ash, Silica Sand, Natural Gas), Application (Air To Air, Air To Ground, Air To Sea), Product Type (Ceramic Glass, Coated Glass, Tempered Glass), End User (Optical, Automotive, Sports & Leisure), and By Geography

According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Advanced Glass Market is accounted for $67.53 billion in 2021 and is expected to reach $125.85 billion by 2028 growing at a CAGR of 9.3% during the forecast period. The advanced glass is a specialized grade of glass, which is designed with precise features to serve a diversity of applications. It has unique features and properties designed to suit various applications. This glass can be used as a screen protector in laptops and mobile phones. It is produced using materials such as natural gas, silica sand, and soda ash and goes through a chemical and mechanical process. It offers a clear vision of the drastic climatic conditions as it can be utilized as the widescreen. It is widely applicable in the automobile, electronic and other industries benefited with capabilities of reducing sounds and controlling UV rays.

Market Dynamics:

Driver:

Increasing automotive production

Advanced glasses widely used in automobiles in the production of side windows, windscreens, roofs, displays, backlights, and more. These glasses are frequently used to decrease din and increase thermal comfort in vehicles. According to the International Trade Administration (ITA), China is the world’s largest vehicle market and the Chinese government have projected that automobile manufacturing will reach 35 million by 2025. According to the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles (OICA), the production of passenger cars in Africa was 776,967 in 2018, which then rose to 787,287 in 2019, an increase of 1.3%. According to the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA), car production in Japan increased in November from 6,67,462 in October to 6,90,311.

Restraint:

High costs associated with advanced glasses

The cost of advanced glass is proportionate to its function and capability to meet building code needs. It is costlier since flame-resistant glass is subjected to considerable research and testing to guarantee that quality and performance standards are reached. The trona ore, which develops naturally, is mined for soda ash. The excessive use of trona is limiting soda ash's manufacturing options. The mineral ore trona is suffering due to depleting the earth's natural resources. As a result, it could be concluded that the cost of raw materials is constantly increasing or fluctuating due to transportation and logistics, natural resource depletion and more, all of which impact the price of advanced glass.

Opportunity:

Premium glasses such as bioactive glass and self-cleaning glass are expected to create global opportunities

The key players in advanced glass market are majorly focusing on cost-effective technologies that will recover energy effectiveness alongside rising output of advanced glass market. Newly invented advanced glass market trends such as smart glass, thin glass, security glass, nano channel glass, bioactive glass and self-cleaning glass are expected to compel the global market. Other factors such as financial assistance, stringent building & automobile safety codes, best practices initiatives, rising demands for value-added materials in infrastructural advancements, heavy investments in R&D activities, emerging economies proceeding to larger markets are expected to create huge opportunities for the advanced glass industry around the globe.

Threat:

High emission in glass production

Glass manufacturing consumes a large amount of fuel that leads to carbon dioxide emission during the combustion process. The European Union Emission Trading System (EU ETS) has limited carbon leakage by glass manufacturing companies. It also penalizes companies if they exceed the limit. This increases their cost of production. The Department of Energy & Climate Change (DECC) in the UK ensures that carbon emissions are in control and takes measures to mitigate carbon emission issues. Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) is a global organization of climate scientists that assesses carbon emissions. It makes guidelines for the same and takes appropriate measures to reduce emissions.

The coated glass segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The coated glass segment is estimated to have a lucrative growth, due to the various advantages that it offers such as enhanced thermal performance, abridged radiant heat, defending furniture from lasting sun damage, reduced reliance on heating and cooling system, reduced condensation, and more. Coated glass can be extremely beneficial for increasing the building’s energy efficiency. Coated glass-based windows keep heat out in the summer and retain heat in buildings during the winter, not only the building more comfortable year-round but also reducing the energy bills. All these extensive characteristics of coated glass are the key factor expected to boost the demand for coated glass in various regions during the forecast period.

The safety & security segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

The safety & security segment is anticipated to witness the fastest CAGR growth during the forecast period, due to the growing usage of advanced glass for safety and security purposes. In an age where sustainability and sturdiness are highly enviable, advanced glass for home windows is the ideal solution recommended in residential spaces. Advanced glass is the primary choice for a robust, secure, and convenient medium, from the external façade of the tallest buildings to internal uses in doors, windows, and furniture. Not only does it offer protection against physical intrusion, but can also be used in interiors without breakage or injury. Advanced glass helps to attain the basic requisites of safety and security to make buildings solemnly protected.

Region with highest share:

Europe is projected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period owing to growing government expenditure for energy efficient buildings, institutions and hospitals along with diverse norms for energy efficiency and carbon emissions due to environmental concerns and significant usage of advanced glass in various applications from automotive sector to electronics. The automobile manufacturing sectors in the countries such as UK, Germany and France have grown widely due to supportive government policies.

Region with highest CAGR:

Asia Pacific is projected to have the highest CAGR over the forecast period owing to rising emphasis of green buildings, rising demand for advanced glasses from the electrical and electronics industry in the region, rapid development of the real estate market in emerging countries, and growing demand for integrated advanced glass in countries such as Malaysia, China and India owing to significant growth in infrastructures and automotive industry. The Chinese government is spending considerable effort to support the electronics industry, especially the IC manufacturing and design industry, according to China's National Integrated Circuit Development Promotion Outline. For instance, in the environmental goods and services (EGS) sector, Japan is a leader in developing resource-efficient technology and greening buildings.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players profiled in the Advanced Glass Market include Guardian Industries, Vitro, Advanced Glass & Mirror Inc., Nippon Sheet Glass Co. Ltd., Fenzi Holdings, Asahi Glass Co., Saint Gobain, Koch Industries, NSG Group, Sisecam Group, Atheer, Inc., Corning Inc., Gentex Corporation, Xinyi Glass Holdings Limited, Murata Manufacturing Co Ltd, Fuyao Glass Industry Group Co., Ltd., Schott AG, and Pittsburgh Plate Glass Industries.

Key Developments:

In January 2020, Corning Inc. announced its first auto-grade solution by showcasing its brand-new technical glass innovations at the 2020 Consumer Electronics Show. The showcase featured the latest vehicles to adopt auto-grade gorilla glass with Corning's patented cold-form technology, which enables a more immersive experience for drivers by providing smartphone-like touch sensitivity.

In March 2019, Vitro announced its investments of USD 60 million in new technologies. The investment was made to ensure the company’s continuous supply of advanced glass solutions to automotive industry in windshields, laminated sidelights, coatings and sunroofs among others. In addition to this, the major players are also planning to invest in new production facilities so as to increase their product portfolios.

In May 2018, NSG Group announced the plan to invest 38 billion yen in expansion of their coated glass production facility. This strategic move was done to support the growing solar industry.

Technologies Covered:
• Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystal (PDLC)
• Suspended Particle Devices (SPD)
• Thermochromic
• Electrochromic

Functions Covered:
• Solar Control
• High Performance
• Safety & Security
• Optics & Lighting
• Energy Saving
• Ultraviolet (UV) Control
• Fire Rated
• Other Functions

Raw Materials Covered:
• Soda Ash
• Silica Sand
• Natural Gas

Product Types Covered:
• Laminated Glass (Automotive Windshields)
• Ceramic Glass
• Coated Glass
• Toughened Glass
• Tempered Glass
• Other Product Types

End Users Covered:
• Optical
• Automotive
• Solar Energy
• Building & Construction
• Electrical & Electronics
• Furniture
• Aerospace & Defense
• Sports & Leisure
• Other End Users

Regions Covered:
• North America
US
Canada
Mexico
• Europe
Germany
UK
Italy
France
Spain
Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
Japan
China
India
Australia
New Zealand
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
Argentina
Brazil
Chile
Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Qatar
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa

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