Gaskets and Seals Market - Global Outlook and Forecast 2020-2025

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

The global gaskets and seals market size to cross USD 81 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 5% during the forecast period. The market is expected to grow at a promising rate on account of the increasing demand and application of gaskets and seals at a rapid pace in several end-use application segments. Although the automotive sector is a key application segment, the demand for gaskets and seals is increasing from several other industries. They have become a major component in several applications such as industrial machinery, aerospace, electrical appliances, and rail and marine, and other manufacturing industries. The need to improve the efficiency of several equipment, engines, and highly engineered goods and to prevent leakage of fluids and gases, etc. are increasing the demand for gaskets and seals. Vendors in the market are increasing their focus on innovations. Stringency in regulations is expected to drive the demand for gasket and seals across the globe during the forecast period.

SNIPPETS

• The decline in sales in the automotive sector has significantly affected the production and export of high-density gaskets and seals.   
• The increasing popularity of electronic goods and Unmanned Ariel Vehicles (UAV) is significantly increasing the demand for gaskets and seals in the electronic goods sector. 
• APAC is expected to dominate the market in terms of manufacturing and export volume. China is likely to be one of the major growth contributors that is expected to lead the region during the forecast period. 

GLOBAL GASKETS AND SEALS MARKET SEGMENTATION

• Product
• Applications
• End-user
• Geography

INSIGHTS BY PRODUCT

The application of seals is increasing significantly in several end-user industries such as automotive, food processing machinery, mining, water treatment plants, and HVAC equipment. However, the demand from HVAC systems is growing at a rapid pace in emerging and developed economies owing to the increase in the number of residential and commercial buildings. To improve efficiency and productivity in the manufacturing sector, especially in major APAC, Europe, and North American countries, several manufacturers are significantly focusing on innovative designs and increasing efficiency. Further, the demand for drones and electronic appliances is surging in several APAC countries, which is increasing the demand for seals.

The demand for gaskets is expected to increase at a steady pace majorly in APAC, North America, and European countries, wherein the investment in aerospace industries and manufacturing sectors is growing. Moreover, the increasing demand and export volumes of automotive parts in several key regions in Latin America, North America, and Europe is a major driving factor for the market. Further, with an increase in investments in defense equipment and aircraft, the demand for customized gaskets is growing at a rapid pace across the globe.

INSIGHTS BY APPLICATION

The steady growth in industrialization and growing investments in capital intensive markets across the world are expected to act as a major driver for the growth in machinery and other related supplies, including gaskets and seals, across the world. The automotive industry is one of the key end-user industries where the role of gaskets and seals is crucial in terms of efficiency and durability of the engine. Although the sale volume of the global automotive industry witnessed a major decline in 2019, the growth in production and demand for aftermarket spares remained a major driver for the gaskets and seals market. Manufacturers in the APAC market are increasing the production volume of molded seals that are highly preferred in wired and wireless electronic appliances and cordless equipment.

The aerospace sector is one of the key industries for precision gaskets and seals. The growing number of civil and commercial aviation players and growth in spending for space research programs are the major factors that propel the demand for gaskets and seals across the world. In addition, the increasing popularity of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) or drones in several end-use industries across the world is expected to act as a prominent driver for gaskets and seals during the forecast period. 

INSIGHTS BY END-USER

The demand for gaskets and seals is high from original equipment manufacturers (OEM). However, the requirement for gaskets and seals from the aftermarket sector is also growing at a CAGR of over 5% during the forecast period. The demand from OEMs is steady than the aftermarket segment. However, on account of the COVID-19 outbreak, the demand from OEM has been affected impacted in several application categories, especially the aerospace and automotive industry, during Q1 and Q2 of 2020. Post-sales services and replacement of parts and spares are one of the major drivers that are significantly increasing the market value of several industries such as automotive, aerospace, industrial machinery marine, and rail manufacturing. Although the after-market had remained a major revenue generator, the outbreak of coronavirus has significantly declined the operations and impacted the supply chain of gaskets and seals.

INSIGHTS BY GEOGRAPHY

The APAC gaskets and seals market is expected to observe an incremental growth of close to USD 10 billion by 2025. The abundance of raw material resources and the proliferation of technology are key driving factors that propel the market in the region. China has remained as one of the major countries in the market due to the robust production quantity of steel and other polymer resins. China is a major manufacturing hub for end-user markets such as electronics, automotive, aerospace, and industrial machinery. Several key automakers are increasing their focus on electric vehicles. The increasing sophistication in automotive technology and the introduction of innovative designs and materials have driven several key manufacturers to increase their efficiency. Moreover, automotive sales in the APAC region in 2020 and 2021 are expected to witness volatility. This is due to the adverse effect of the COVID-19 outbreak that has significantly affected manufacturing operations and slumped the sales volume in the global automotive industry.

INSIGHTS BY VENDORS

The gaskets and seals market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry analysis with revenue and forecast insights for the following segments:

Segmentation by Product Type

• Seals
• Gaskets

By Application  

• Industrial Machinery
• Automotive
• Electrical & Electronics
• Aerospace Industry
• Marine and Rail
• Others

By End-user

• OEMs
• Aftermarket

By Geography 

• North America  
• US
• Canada
• Europe
• UK
• Germany
• France
• Italy
• Spain
• APAC
• China
• Japan
• South Korea
• India
• Australia
• Latin America
• Brazil
• Mexico
• Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa
• Saudi Arabia
• Turkey
• Rest of Middle East & Africa