Aircraft De-Icing Market Report 2026

The aircraft de-icing market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $1.32 billion in 2025 to $1.38 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing adoption of de-icing and anti-icing fluids to ensure safe aircraft operations in cold climates, early use of pneumatic de-icing boots to remove ice accumulation on critical surfaces, rising demand for refractometers to verify fluid concentration and effectiveness, expansion of commercial aviation activity in regions with severe winter conditions, development of standardized de-icing procedures to enhance operational safety.

The aircraft de-icing market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.66 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing demand for advanced and more environmentally friendly de-icing and anti-icing fluids, increasing adoption of automated and optimized de-icing systems at airports, rising aircraft fleet expansion requiring more frequent ground de-icing operations, technological advancements improving effectiveness and holdover time of de-icing formulations, expansion of regulatory requirements for winter operation safety driving investment in de-icing solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include shift to low-glycol / environmentally friendly de-icing fluids, integrated onboard anti-/de-icing systems (aircraft-installed), electrification & electrified ramp de-icing equipment, standardization & regulatory tightening on fluid composition and waste handling, demand growth for rapid, automated airport ground de-icing services.

The rising demand for air travel is expected to drive the growth of the aircraft de-icing market in the coming years. Air travel refers to the movement of passengers by flight to reach their destinations. Aircraft de-icing ensures the safety of passengers and crew by removing ice and snow from critical surfaces of the aircraft. The increasing demand for air travel is fueled by growing global connectivity, as individuals and businesses seek faster and more efficient ways to travel internationally and domestically. Aircraft de-icing contributes to safe and reliable air travel by preventing accidents and flight delays, allowing airlines to maintain timely operations even in adverse winter weather conditions. For example, in December 2025, Eurostat, a Luxembourg-based government agency, reported that air travel recovery continued into 2023, with the EU recording a 19.3% increase in air passengers compared to 2022, totaling 973 million. Therefore, the growing demand for air travel is boosting the aircraft de-icing market.

Key companies in the aircraft de-icing market are focusing on adopting innovative technologies such as automated deicing systems to reduce labor costs, improve efficiency, and minimize environmental impact. Automated deicing systems are advanced setups that perform aircraft deicing with minimal human intervention, helping to reduce labor requirements, accelerate operations, enhance safety, and lower the environmental footprint of deicing fluids. For instance, in June 2023, Equivu Capital Holdings, a US-based private investment firm, launched NextGen Deicing LLC, a full-service aircraft deicing company led by aviation industry veteran Jon Savage. The fleet features trucks designed for rapid and efficient deicing, equipped with advanced fluid delivery systems that optimize coverage while reducing chemical usage, improving sustainability, and enhancing airport turnaround times. These trucks are suitable for large-scale airport operations and harsh winter conditions, offering a modern alternative to conventional deicing equipment by combining efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and environmental responsibility.

In December 2023, Flightcheck Commercial Aviation Services Inc., a US-based aircraft maintenance company, acquired Keenan Technical Industries, Inc. for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Flightcheck aims to expand its presence in the Northeast region, strengthen its ability to provide high-quality aircraft maintenance and aviation services across multiple locations, leverage KTI’s established regional market position and skilled workforce, and deliver enhanced value and reliability to its customers while supporting continued growth and operational excellence. Keenan Technical Industries Inc., based in the US, specializes in providing aircraft de-icing services.

Major companies operating in the aircraft de-icing market are B/E Aerospace Inc., Global Ground Support LLC, John Bean Technologies Corporation, SDI Aviation Limited, Collins Aerospace, Vestergaard Company A/S, Weihai Guangtai Airport Equipment Co. Ltd., Kilfrost Ltd., Contego De-icing Solutions, Tronair Inc., Cryotech Deicing Technology, Denge Airport Equipment, Safewing Ltd., Vaisala Corporation, Cavotec SA, ice shield limited, Midland Aircraft Products Ltd., Ice Management Solutions LLC, Aircraft De-icing Inc., Baldwin Aviation, Textron Inc., AEGEAN Aircraft Services, Norwegian Deicing Systems AS.

North America was the largest region in the aircraft de-icing market in 2025. The regions covered in the aircraft de-icing 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 chemical imports, heavy machinery and GSE (ground support equipment) components have raised input costs and disrupted supply chains for the aircraft de-icing market, increasing prices for de-icing fluids and de-icing trucks. The impact is strongest on fluid manufacturers reliant on imported petrochemical feedstocks and on regions that import equipment (notably parts of Europe and Asia-Pacific). Airport ground-handling equipment and fluid producers serving commercial aviation are most affected, while smaller local manufacturers and remanufacturers face margin pressure. Positively, tariffs have encouraged some manufacturers to localize production, invest in regional supply chains, and accelerate development of lower-cost, compliant fluid formulations.

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Aircraft de-icing is the complete removal of frost, snow, ice, or slush from an aircraft's surface, essential for eliminating hazardous ice build-up that can disrupt aerodynamics during take-off and landing.

Key equipment for aircraft de-icing comprises specialized vehicles such as de-icing trucks and sweepers. De-icing trucks are equipped with large tanks holding de-icing solutions, such as glycol. These trucks are crucial in applying various types of fluids - Type I, Type II, Type III, and Type IV - to de-ice aircraft, serving commercial, military, and other users' needs.

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

The aircraft de-icing market consists of sales of de-icing and anti-icing fluids such as ADF (aircraft de-icing fluid), ADAF (aircraft deicer and anti-icer fluid) or AAF (aircraft anti-icing fluid), refractometer, and pneumatic de-icing boots. 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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