Seismic Protection Device Global Market Report 2025

The seismic protection device market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.88 billion in 2024 to $3.07 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. Growth in the historic period was driven by expanding infrastructure development in seismic-prone regions, wider adoption of safety regulations, increasing urbanization and population density, growth in commercial and residential construction, and rising awareness of earthquake-resistant structures.

The seismic protection device market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.96 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%. Growth in the forecast period will be supported by increasing demand for retrofitting existing buildings, a stronger focus on resilient urban planning, rising investments in smart city projects, expansion of seismic monitoring and control systems, and growing demand for base isolation and energy dissipation technologies. Major trends expected in the forecast period include technological advancements in base isolation systems, innovations in energy dissipation devices, research and development in smart materials for seismic protection, the development of IoT-enabled structural health monitoring systems, and progress in performance-based seismic design.

The growing frequency of natural disasters is expected to propel the growth of the seismic protection device market. Natural disasters, such as earthquakes, floods, and hurricanes, cause widespread damage and pose significant threats to human life. The rising frequency of these events is largely attributed to climate change, which intensifies extreme weather patterns and disrupts natural systems. Seismic protection devices play a critical role in reducing damage from earthquakes by absorbing and dissipating seismic energy, helping to protect buildings, infrastructure, and lives. For example, in January 2024, climate.gov, a US-based website of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), reported that in 2023, the United States faced 28 distinct weather and climate-related disasters, each causing damages exceeding $1 billion. This growing frequency of natural disasters underscores the increasing need for effective seismic protection solutions in vulnerable regions.

Increasing infrastructure investments are contributing to the growth of the seismic protection device market. Infrastructure investments refer to spending on the development and upgrading of essential facilities such as transportation networks, energy systems, and communication infrastructure, which are vital for economic development and public welfare. As cities grow and urbanization accelerates, there is a heightened demand for resilient, earthquake-resistant infrastructure. These investments enable the construction of buildings and other critical structures equipped with advanced seismic protection systems to reduce damage from seismic events. For instance, in 2023, the Office for National Statistics, a UK-based government department, reported that infrastructure investment in the UK reached $17.25 billion (£13.8 billion), reflecting a 3.9% increase from 2022. Such investments foster the development and integration of seismic protection technologies, thus boosting the market's growth.

Major players in the seismic protection device market are focusing on technological advancements to improve the structural resilience of buildings and infrastructure. One such innovation is the seismic expansion joint system, which absorbs building movement during an earthquake, preventing structural damage while maintaining the integrity of the building. For example, in September 2025, Balco, a US-based manufacturing company, launched its QuakeSpan line, designed for large seismic and base-isolated structures, including hospitals, airports, high-rise buildings, and government facilities. This system is designed for wide joint gaps and multi-directional movement to safeguard large structures during seismic events. It also integrates fire and weather protection into a single, code-compliant system, ensuring building safety, functionality, and regulatory compliance. Such advancements in structural safety technologies are key to supporting the construction of earthquake-resilient buildings, reducing repair costs, and enhancing long-term safety.

Major players in the seismic protection device market are Vinci S.A., Honeywell International Inc., Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd., Bridgestone Corporation, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Sika AG, THK Co. Ltd., SWCC Showa Holdings Co. Ltd., OILES CORPORATION, Mageba AG, Maurer SE, GERB Schwingungsisolierungen GmbH & Co. KG Inc., Fip Industriale SpA, Taylor Devices Inc., Earthquake Protection Systems Inc., Dynamic Isolation Systems Inc., Kawakin Core-Tech Co. LTD, Tozen Corporation, Okabe Co. Ltd., Damptech Inc., and EM-KE Seismic Isolation Systems Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the seismic protection device market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in seismic protection device report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the seismic protection device 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.

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A seismic protection device is a system or equipment designed to safeguard structures from earthquake forces by absorbing, dissipating, or isolating seismic energy. It helps minimize damage to buildings, bridges, and infrastructure, improving safety and structural resilience during seismic events.

The primary types of seismic protection devices include base isolators, dampers, seismic braces, control systems, and others. Base isolators are components that separate a structure from ground motion to reduce the amount of energy transferred during an earthquake. These devices use various technologies, including passive systems, active systems, hybrid systems, smart systems, and more, and are manufactured from materials such as rubber, steel, composite materials, concrete, and others. They are used in residential buildings, commercial buildings, industrial facilities, bridges, and utilities and infrastructure, serving end users such as government and public entities, construction companies, engineering firms, insurance companies, and academic and research institutions.

The seismic protection device market consists of sales of shock transmission units, tuned mass dampers, and seismic bearings. 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 their creators.

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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