Contract Textile Global Market Report 2024

Contract textiles refer to fabrics specifically designed, produced, sold, and utilized for commercial interiors. This involves a business-to-business (B2B) arrangement where textile manufacturers collaborate with companies engaged in producing final products for commercial end customers.

The main types of contract textiles are categorized as type A, type B, and type C. In the type A segment, fabrics are designed to resist flame penetration, and the flame does not burn through the edges of the metal frame during testing before and after cleaning. Various end-users benefit from contract textiles, including office spaces, public buildings, healthcare facilities, hotels, and establishments in the hospitality sector such as restaurants and cafes (HORECA). The versatility and functionality of contract textiles make them well-suited for a range of commercial applications in creating aesthetically pleasing and functional interior spaces.

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The contract textile market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.26 billion in 2023 to $5.62 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth observed in the historical period in the contract textile market can be attributed to various factors, including increased commercial construction and renovation activities, expansion in the hospitality and tourism industry, a heightened focus on interior design trends, adherence to durability and performance standards, and a growing emphasis on environmental sustainability. These factors collectively contributed to the expansion and development of the contract textile market during that time, reflecting the broader trends and demands in commercial interior design and construction.

The contract textile market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.37 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.0%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period in the contract textile market can be attributed to various factors, including the increasing use of sustainable and eco-friendly textiles, the integration of smart textiles and technology, the adoption of digital fabric printing, and growing concerns about health and safety. Major trends expected during this period encompass the integration of technology into textiles, adaptations in workplace design, advancements in smart textiles, the adoption of digital fabric printing techniques, and the introduction of eco-friendly textiles. These trends collectively indicate a dynamic and evolving landscape in the contract textile market, reflecting advancements in sustainability, technology, and design considerations.

The surge in online shopping is a driving force behind the growth of the contract textiles market. Online shopping, a form of electronic commerce conducted directly over the Internet through web browsers or mobile apps, has experienced a significant uptick, particularly due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. With restrictions on movement, people shifted from traditional offline shopping to online platforms, leading to increased awareness about various types of textiles, including contract textiles. As reported by MoneyTransfers.com in February 2023, approximately 55.2 million UK residents, accounting for 82% of the total population, made at least one online purchase in 2021. This notable rise in online shopping is anticipated to be a key driver propelling the growth of the contract textile market.

The expansion in the construction market is poised to contribute to the growth of the contract textile market. Construction, encompassing the process of building infrastructure, structures, or buildings, utilizes contract textiles for interior finishes like upholstery, drapery, and wall coverings to meet stringent durability and safety standards. According to Gitnux in October 2023, the US construction market was valued at approximately 1.6 trillion US dollars in 2021. This substantial growth in the construction market acts as a catalyst, driving the demand for contract textiles.

Product innovation emerges as a prominent trend in the contract textile market, with innovations such as Celliant Fiber gaining popularity. Celliant fiber features patented infrared technology that enhances cellular oxygenation and local circulation, contributing to improved performance, recovery, and sleep. In October 2021, The Crypton Companies, in collaboration with Hologenix LLC, introduced Crypton CELLIANT, the first woven upholstery fabric incorporating Celliant fiber. The fabric, when used in furniture, absorbs body-generated heat through its mineral composition, temporarily increasing local blood flow in cell tissue, thereby enhancing performance and recovery. This focus on product innovation underscores the dynamic and evolving nature of the contract textile market.

Leading companies in the contract textile market are taking significant strides in addressing the critical issue of ocean plastic pollution by introducing sustainable seating patterns, exemplified by initiatives like Clean Impact Textiles. Clean Impact Textiles is a brand committed to promoting eco-friendly textile practices and initiatives. In August 2023, Duvaltex, a Canada-based provider of contract textiles and sustainable fabrics, launched a new seating collection under the Clean Impact Textiles brand. This collection includes patterns such as Poseidon 1306 and Tidal 2180, both designed to combat ocean plastic pollution by incorporating upcycled ocean waste plastic and post-consumer recycled plastics. By blending these materials, Duvaltex aims to contribute to environmental conservation while offering consumers high-quality sustainable textiles. The Tidal and Poseidon patterns, inspired by nature's textures and colors, utilize ocean waste plastics to make a positive impact on our planet's environmental well-being.

In a strategic move in August 2022, Archroma, a Switzerland-based global specialty chemicals company, acquired the Textile Effects business from Huntsman Corporation. This acquisition positioned Huntsman Textile Effects, a Germany-based provider of high-quality dyes, chemicals, and digital inks to the textile and related industries, to drive growth and deliver significant value to stakeholders, workers, and clients. With a focus on sustainability, innovation, and performance, this agreement aimed to provide best-in-class cost performance for various sectors, including fashion, automotive, technical, and home textiles. By safeguarding the environment, Huntsman Textile Effects and Archroma contribute to leading the textile industry in sustainable practices and innovation.

Major companies operating in the contract textile market include Agua Fabrics, Beaulieu International Group, Camira Fabrics Ltd., DELIUS GmbH & Co. KG., Panaz, Sunbury Design, Maharam Fabric Corporation, Paramount Textile Mills (P) Ltd., CTL LEATHER, C.F. STINSON LLC, ARC-COM, ARCHITEX, Haworth Inc., Kimball International, Teknion, HNI Corporation, KI (Krueger International), Fil Doux Textiles, Anzea Textiles, Designtex, Carnegie Fabrics, Ultrafabrics LLC, Burch Fabrics Group, Kravet Inc., Duralee, Mayer Fabrics, Knoll Textiles, Guilford of Maine, Momentum Group

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the contract textile market in 2023. The regions covered in the contract textile market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa.

The countries covered in the contract textile market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

The contract textile market includes revenues earned by entities by creating a contract with parties engaged in the production of finished goods for commercial end consumers. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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