Middle East & Africa Aircraft Brackets Market Forecast to 2031 - Regional Analysis by Aircraft Type, Application, Material, and End Use

The Middle East & Africa aircraft brackets market was valued at US$ 44.54 million in 2023 and is expected to reach US$ 63.21 million by 2031; it is estimated to register a CAGR of 4.5% from 2023 to 2031.

Increasing Adoption of Lightweight Material Based Aircraft Brackets Bolsters Middle East & Africa Aircraft Brackets Market

The rise in the adoption of lightweight materials to manufacture aircraft brackets is expected to be the key trend in the aircraft brackets market growth in the coming years. A composite material is a unique combination of two or more materials whose properties, when combined, exhibit exceptional physical and chemical properties. One such composite material is carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP), in which microscopic carbon fibers are attached to a plastic resin. Individually, carbon fiber or plastic resin cannot provide mechanical and thermal properties required for an aircraft structure. However, by precisely combining the two, the composite's strength exceeds that of many conventional metals, including aluminum and iron. In addition, the composite material is much lighter than aluminum and has significantly higher corrosion resistance. The use of lightweight composite material enhances net fuel efficiency and minimizes maintenance costs.

Currently, most aircraft manufacturers use composite material and composite material-based components in their aircraft structure. For example, more than 50% of the structure of the Airbus A350 XWB is made of composite material. The extensive use of lightweight materials on the A350 contributes directly to net fuel consumption. A lighter structure can carry more payload over a greater distance than a traditional aluminum structure. Due to the airframe's overall strength, the A350 requires less maintenance during its operational life. In addition, the materials' greater corrosion resistance increases the airframe's lifespan.

The aircraft companies are adopting strategies such as collaboration, product development, and partnerships to increase the adoption of composite material-based aircraft brackets. For instance, in June 2024, Diehl Aviation and 9T Labs introduced an Eco Bracket solution for aircraft cabin equipment. This new solution uses 3D-printed carbon fiber elements and reused thermoplastic composites, which replace conventional aluminum components used in aircraft cabins. The Eco Bracket solution features a 50% weight reduction compared to aluminum, achieved through a combination of lightweight materials and design optimization. This significant weight reduction results in lower fuel consumption for airlines. In addition, in October 2021, Arris Composites collaborated with Airbus. This collaboration aimed to conduct a composite research project on the production of cabin brackets using innovative manufacturing techniques and materials. Key strategies and developments adopted by the companies operating in the aircraft brackets value chain will gain competition among the others toward the development of lightweight material-based and efficient aircraft brackets, which in turn is projected to increase the adoption of lightweight material-based aircraft brackets from 2023 to 2031.

Middle East & Africa Aircraft Brackets Market Overview

According to the Federal Aviation Administration in the Middle East, the aviation industry is experiencing annual growth of 10%. African countries are experiencing growth in the aviation industry as the number of air passengers increases due to progress in liberalizing air transport agreements. IATA forecasts that annual passenger numbers will increase by ~5.9% over the next 20 years, representing more than 300 million additional air passengers compared to 2019. Governments of various countries in the Middle East & Africa are realizing the potential of implementing advanced components in aircraft and are focusing on improving the quality of components.

Middle East & Africa Aircraft Brackets Market Segmentation

The Middle East & Africa aircraft brackets market is categorized into aircraft type, application, material, end use, and country.

Based on aircraft type, the Middle East & Africa aircraft brackets market is segmented into commercial aircraft, general aviation, military aircraft, and helicopter. The commercial aircraft segment held the largest market share in 2023.

By application, the Middle East & Africa aircraft brackets market is segmented into aircraft fuselage, aircraft wings, aircraft control surfaces, engine, and others. The aircraft fuselage segment held the largest market share in 2023.

In the terms of material, the Middle East & Africa aircraft brackets market is segmented into aluminum, steel, and others. The aluminum segment held the largest market share in 2023.

By end use, the Middle East & Africa aircraft brackets market is bifurcated into OEMs and aftermarket. The OEMs segment held a larger market share in 2023.

By country, the Middle East & Africa aircraft brackets market is segmented into South Africa, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and the Rest of Middle East & Africa. The Rest of Middle East & Africa dominated the Middle East & Africa aircraft brackets market share in 2023.

Arconic Corp; Hexagon AB; Hutchinson SA; Precision Castparts Corp.; SEKISUI Aerospace; Singapore Technologies Engineering Ltd; and Spirit AeroSystems Holdings Inc are some of the leading companies operating in the Middle East & Africa aircraft brackets market.

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