Aerospace Composites Market Report 2026

The aerospace composites market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $41.21 billion in 2025 to $47.22 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing adoption of lightweight composite materials to improve aircraft fuel efficiency, rising utilization of high-strength composite structures in commercial aircraft programs, expansion of military aircraft modernization driving demand for advanced composites, growing need to reduce corrosion and extend aircraft service life using composite solutions, advancements in composite fabrication techniques reducing material wastage and production costs.

The aerospace composites market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $77.48 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to anticipated growth in next-generation aircraft platforms requiring higher composite content, rising demand for high-performance aramid-reinforced and boron-reinforced composites, increasing emphasis on sustainability driving use of recyclable and lower-waste composite materials, expanding global fleet replacement cycles boosting composite component consumption, technological innovation in automated composite manufacturing enhancing scalability and consistency. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of lightweight composite structures, growing integration of high-temperature-resistant composite materials, rising demand for corrosion-resistant composite components, advancements in composite molding and fabrication processes, expanding use of composite materials in next-generation aircraft interiors.

The increasing demand for commercial aircraft is expected to propel the growth of the aerospace composites market going forward. Commercial aircraft, often referred to as airliners, are designed primarily for transporting passengers and cargo as part of commercial air travel. The commercial aircraft fleet is expanding due to rising global passenger demand, prompting airlines to grow their fleets and add new routes to manage increasing traffic. Aerospace composites support this growth by offering lightweight, high-strength materials that enhance fuel efficiency and improve overall structural durability. For instance, in January 2025, Airbus, a France-based aircraft manufacturing company, delivered 766 commercial aircraft in 2024, up from 735 in 2023. Therefore, the increasing demand for commercial aircraft is driving the growth of the aerospace composites market.

Companies in the aerospace composites market are focusing on technological advancements to accelerate and develop composite material and process technologies for MRO structural film adhesives that address critical industry needs. An MRO structural film adhesive is a strong, durable bonding material used in maintenance and repair, particularly in aerospace. For instance, in July 2023, Park Aerospace Corp., a US-based corporation, introduced Aeroadhere FAE-350-1, a high-performance structural film adhesive designed for aerospace applications, especially in maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) environments. This epoxy-based adhesive, which cures at 350°F, delivers exceptional bonding performance for composite, metal, and honeycomb materials. With high temperature resistance, versatile bonding capabilities, and a strong shelf life, Aeroadhere FAE-350-1 is engineered to meet the demanding requirements of the aerospace industry. Produced at Park's expanded AS9100 and Nadcap-certified facility, this innovation is expected to improve the reliability and efficiency of aerospace structures.

In January 2024, The Boeing Company, a US-based aircraft manufacturer, acquired Aerospace Composites Malaysia Sdn Bhd for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, The Boeing Company aims to strengthen its presence in Southeast Asia by establishing its first wholly owned manufacturing facility in Malaysia, supporting the development of Malaysia’s aerospace ecosystem and enhancing its global supply chain. Aerospace Composites Malaysia Sdn Bhd is a Malaysia-based manufacturing company specializing in aerospace composites.

Major companies operating in the aerospace composites market are Solvay SA, Toray Industries Inc., Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation, Hexcel Corporation, Teijin Limited, SGL Carbon SE, Materion Corporation, Owens Corning, Spirit AeroSystems Inc., LEE Aerospace Inc., Gurit Holding AG, General Electric Corporation, Kineco-Kaman Composites, Nippon Graphite Fiber Corporation, Lockheed Martin Corporation, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, The Boeing Company, Airbus SE, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Safran SA, Leonardo S.p.A., Honeywell International Inc., L3Harris Technologies Inc., Dassault Aviation SA, Aviation Industry Corporation of China, Triumph Group Inc., Harris Corporation.

North America was the largest region in the aerospace composites market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the aerospace composites market share during the forecast period. The regions covered in the aerospace composites market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs on advanced raw materials, carbon fibers, resins, and aerospace-grade components have increased production costs and disrupted supply chains within the aerospace composites market. These tariffs particularly affect carbon fiber composites, thermosetting resin systems, and manufacturing-process-intensive segments such as AFP/ATL and resin transfer molding, with regions dependent on imported aerospace materials such as Asia-Pacific and parts of Europe experiencing the greatest impact. While cost pressures and delays challenge commercial and military aircraft programs, the tariffs have also encouraged localized sourcing, domestic material development, and investment in regional composite manufacturing capabilities, providing some positive long-term benefits.

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Aerospace composites, superior materials used to enhance the performance of aircraft components in both commercial and military applications, exhibit exceptional physical properties such as strength and stiffness-to-density ratios. These composites are versatile in shape, reducing corrosion resistance and minimizing material wastage.

The primary types of aerospace composites include carbon fiber composites, ceramic fiber composites, glass fiber composites, and others. Carbon composites, characterized by carbon structures dispersed throughout a material, offer a balance of strength, stiffness, and lightweight properties. Ceramic composites excel in temperature stability, damage-tolerant fracture behavior, low density, corrosion resistance, high hardness, and wear resistance. Glass fiber composites provide flexibility, high strength, stiffness, and durability. Aerospace composites find applications in commercial aircraft, business and general aviation, civil helicopters, military aircraft, and other areas, serving both interior and exterior purposes. Various manufacturing processes, such as AFP/ATL, the lay-up process, resin transfer molding, and filament winding, contribute to producing aerospace composites. Resins employed in aerospace composites include benzoxazine, cyanate ester, bismaleimide, ceramic and metal matrix, thermosetting resins, polyester, and others.

The countries covered in the aerospace composites market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The aerospace composites market consists of sales of aramid-reinforced epoxy, and boron-reinforced aerospace composites. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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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