Aerospace Ceramics Market Report 2025

The aerospace ceramics market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.23 billion in 2024 to $4.53 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7%. The growth during the historical period can be credited to rising demand for high-temperature materials, increased military aircraft production, expanded research into hypersonic vehicles, the need for thermal barrier coatings, and early implementation in turbine components.

The aerospace ceramics market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.87 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.7%. The projected growth in the forecast period can be linked to increased investment in electric aircraft, greater application in thermal protection systems, a rise in satellite launch activities, adoption of next-generation propulsion technologies, and the expansion of commercial space travel. Key trends expected during this time include advancements in ceramic processing methods, progress in additive manufacturing of ceramics, development of 3D-printed ceramic parts, adoption of smart ceramics with integrated sensing functions, and improvements in thermal shock resistance technologies.

The growth of the aerospace ceramics market is expected to be driven by the rising production of aircraft. Advancements in manufacturing technologies are accelerating assembly processes, leading to increased aircraft production. Aerospace ceramics are utilized in aircraft manufacturing because they offer high strength-to-weight ratios and excellent thermal resistance, enabling the creation of lighter, more durable components that improve manufacturing efficiency. For example, Airbus SE, a Netherlands-based aerospace and defense company, delivered 735 commercial aircraft in 2023, marking an 11% increase from 663 aircraft delivered in 2022. Thus, the increase in aircraft production is contributing to the expansion of the aerospace ceramics market.

Companies in the aerospace ceramics market are developing innovative materials such as ceramic-filled composite resin to boost component strength, thermal resistance, and performance in harsh environments. Ceramic-filled composite resin consists of a polymer resin matrix reinforced with finely dispersed ceramic particles, combining the toughness and processability of polymers with the strength, stiffness, and thermal stability of ceramics. In April 2025, PolySpectra Inc., a US-based photopolymer material supplier for 3D printing, partnered with Tethon 3D, a US-based ceramic additive manufacturing specialist, to launch ThOR 10, a durable ceramic-filled composite resin. This material merges PolySpectra’s cyclic olefin resin chemistry with Tethon 3D’s advanced ceramic filler technology, resulting in a resin with exceptional thermal stability, improved stiffness, and precise dimensional accuracy. ThOR 10 is optimized for DLP and other resin-based 3D printing systems, enabling production of parts capable of withstanding high mechanical loads and elevated temperatures. Its unique composition also provides superior wear resistance and low shrinkage, making it suitable for functional prototypes and end-use parts in aerospace, automotive, and industrial sectors.

In October 2022, Artemis Capital Partners, a US-based investment firm, acquired McDanel Advanced Ceramic Technologies LLC for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to expand Artemis Capital Partners’ portfolio in advanced materials and support growth in critical markets like aerospace and defense. McDanel Advanced Ceramic Technologies LLC is a US-based manufacturer of high-performance advanced technical ceramics for the aerospace, defense, and semiconductor industries.

Major players in the aerospace ceramics market are Boeing Company, Lockheed Martin Corporation, Saint-Gobain Ceramics & Plastics Inc., General Electric Company, Honeywell International Inc., BAE Systems plc, 3M Company, Safran SA, Kyocera Corporation, Murata Manufacturing Co. Ltd., NGK Spark Plug Co. Ltd., CoorsTek Inc., Morgan Advanced Materials plc, CeramTec GmbH, Ceradyne Inc., Superior Technical Ceramics Corporation, Blasch Precision Ceramics Inc., Applied Ceramics Inc., Rauschert GmbH, Precision Ceramics USA, McDanel Advanced Ceramic Technologies LLC, International Syalons Limited, Advanced Ceramic Manufacturing LLC.

North America was the largest region in the aerospace ceramics market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in aerospace ceramics report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the aerospace ceramics market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

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.

The sharp hike in U.S. tariffs and the associated trade disputes in spring 2025 are notably impacting the aerospace and defense sector by raising costs for titanium, carbon fiber composites, and avionics materials largely sourced from global suppliers. Defense contractors, locked into fixed-price government contracts, absorb these added costs, while commercial aerospace firms face airline pushback on higher aircraft prices. Delays in component shipments due to customs bottlenecks further disrupt tight production schedules for jets and satellites. The industry is responding by stockpiling critical materials, seeking waivers for defense-related imports, and collaborating with allied nations to diversify supply chain.

Aerospace ceramics are a group of advanced ceramic materials specifically designed for aerospace use, where they must endure extreme conditions like high temperatures, mechanical stresses, corrosive environments, and thermal shocks. These ceramics are recognized for being lightweight, highly hard, thermally stable, and resistant to wear and corrosion.

The main categories of aerospace ceramics include oxide ceramics, non-oxide ceramics, and composite ceramics. Oxide ceramics consist of inorganic compounds made from metal elements bonded with oxygen, such as alumina, zirconia, and magnesia. These materials are prized for their exceptional hardness, outstanding heat resistance, and excellent electrical insulation properties. Key manufacturing techniques include powder processing, slip casting, hot pressing, 3D printing, among others. They are classified into high-, intermediate-, and low-temperature resistant ceramics based on their temperature tolerance. Aerospace ceramics are applied in engine parts, thermal protection systems, structural components, electronics and sensors, and various aerospace structural elements. They serve multiple end users, including commercial and military aviation, space exploration, drone technology, and more.

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The aerospace ceramics market includes sales of products such as ceramic matrix composites, silicon carbide components, thermal barrier coatings, and high-temperature ceramic tiles. 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.

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