Outdoor Sound Barriers Market Report 2025

The outdoor sound barriers market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.28 billion in 2024 to $1.37 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to rapid urbanization, increasing investments in transportation infrastructure, expansion of industrial zones near residential areas, growth in smart city development projects, and rising demand for residential and commercial buildings.

The outdoor sound barriers market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.75 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The expected growth in the forecast period is driven by the development of logistics parks and freight corridors, urban highway and expressway widening projects, government initiatives aimed at noise mitigation in cities, upgrading existing infrastructure to comply with noise control standards, and the expansion of green infrastructure and eco-friendly solutions. Key trends forecasted for this period include the development of high-performance, lightweight materials, the use of transparent acrylic and polycarbonate barriers for improved aesthetics, integration of solar panels with sound barriers, advancements in modular and prefabricated barrier systems, and the adoption of AI and IoT technologies for real-time noise monitoring and adaptive barrier solutions.

The increasing awareness of noise pollution is expected to drive the growth of the outdoor sound barriers market in the coming years. Noise pollution refers to the presence of unwanted or excessive sound in the environment that interferes with daily activities, negatively impacts human health, or disturbs wildlife. This awareness is rising as urbanization intensifies, exposing larger populations to harmful levels of environmental noise, thereby increasing public concern and prompting calls for regulatory action. Outdoor sound barriers help mitigate noise pollution by blocking or deflecting sound waves from sources such as road traffic and industrial operations, significantly reducing the amount of noise that reaches nearby residential or sensitive areas. For example, in May 2024, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a US-based public health agency, reported that the percentage of workers in the US exposed to noise pollution rose from 14% in 2023 to 25% in 2025. Thus, the growing awareness of noise pollution is fueling the expansion of the outdoor sound barriers market.

Key players in the outdoor sound barriers market are developing innovative products such as durable noise barriers that not only reduce noise effectively but also enhance aesthetic appeal. Durable noise barriers are robust, long-lasting structures designed to limit sound transmission while withstanding environmental elements over time. For instance, in November 2022, Sound Seal, a US-based manufacturer of noise control products, introduced Vivid Noise Barriers and Sound Curtains to its Industrial Division, along with Aerial Baffles and Banners in its Architectural Division. Sound Seal’s Aerial Sound Quality Baffles and Banners are notable for combining acoustic performance, durability, and visual appeal. These products offer effective noise control, are lightweight, easy to install, and are custom-designed in various sizes, colors, and finishes. With options suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications, they provide flexibility for diverse environments.

In January 2023, CECO Environmental Corp., a US-based diversified industrial company focused on environmental solutions, acquired Wakefield Acoustics Ltd. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to strengthen CECO’s capabilities in industrial silencing, noise reduction, and outdoor sound barrier systems by incorporating Wakefield Acoustics’ advanced acoustic technologies. Additionally, the acquisition supports the expansion of CECO’s Thermal Acoustics platform and facilitates entry into new regions and high-growth industries, including the energy and sustainability sectors across Europe and global markets. Wakefield Acoustics Ltd. is a UK-based company that specializes in outdoor sound barrier solutions.

Major players in the outdoor sound barriers market are Koch Finishing Systems Inc., Durisol Ltd., Fort Miller Group Inc., Sound Seal LLC, Polymer Technologies Inc., Kinetics Noise Control Inc., Faddis Concrete Products, IAC Acoustics, The Soundcoat Company Inc., Maccaferri Industrial Group, Acoustical Surfaces Inc., Hebel, Sound Fighter Systems L.L.C., ECHO Barrier Ltd., Hush Acoustics Ltd., eNoise Control Inc., Netwell Noise Control, DDS Acoustical Specialties LLC, Zbloc Norden AB, Kennedy Vinyl Inc.

North America was the largest region in the outdoor sound barriers market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in outdoor sound barriers report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the outdoor sound barriers 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 rapid escalation of U.S. tariffs and the resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are significantly impacting the construction sector, particularly in materials procurement and project costs. Higher duties on imported steel, aluminum, lumber, and machinery have driven up expenses for builders, contractors, and infrastructure developers, leading to increased project bids and delayed timelines. Construction equipment manufacturers face similar challenges, with tariffs on essential components and raw materials inflating production costs and squeezing margins. Additionally, retaliatory tariffs in international markets have curtailed exports of U.S.-made construction equipment and materials, further affecting profitability. The sector must now prioritize local sourcing, modular construction techniques, and supply chain diversification to control costs and ensure project viability amid ongoing trade uncertainties.

Outdoor sound barriers are structures specifically designed to reduce noise transmission in open environments. They function by interrupting and deflecting sound waves, thereby lowering the noise levels that reach surrounding areas. These barriers are engineered with acoustic properties to effectively control sound in various outdoor settings.

The main types of outdoor sound barriers include outdoor sound blankets and outdoor sound walls. Outdoor sound blankets are flexible, portable barriers made from sound-absorbing materials, intended to reduce noise in temporary or variable outdoor environments. They are constructed from materials such as concrete, metal, wood, plastic, and others, and offer different installation options, including ground-mounted and structure-mounted setups. These barriers are used across multiple end-user industries, including residential, commercial, industrial, agricultural, and more.

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The outdoor sound barriers market consists of sales of modular sound barrier panels, transparent noise barriers, acoustic fencing, and temporary portable sound walls. 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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