Advanced Protective Gear and Armor

Dec 2023| AVM021J| BCC Publishing

Report Highlights

The global market for advanced protective gear and armor is expected to increase from $11.4 billion in 2023 to $15.4 billion by the end of 2028, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3% during the forecast period of 2023-2028.

Report Includes

  • 16 data tables and 10 additional tables
  • An up-to-date review and industry analysis of the global advanced protective gear and armor - fire resistance market
  • Analyses of the global market trends, with historic market revenue (sales figures) for 2022, estimates for 2023, and projections of compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) through 2028
  • Estimation of the actual market size and revenue forecast for global advanced protective gear and armor - fire resistance market, and corresponding market share analysis based on type, end use sector, and region
  • In-depth information (facts and figures) of the major market dynamics (DROs), emerging trends, technology updates, industry-specific regulations, and macroeconomic variables influencing the market demand over the next few years (2023-2028)
  • Identification of the companies best positioned to meet this demand owing to or in conjunction with their proprietary technologies, product launches, and other strategic advantages
  • Discussion of value chain analysis in the advanced protective gear and armor-fire resistance market providing a systematic study of key intermediaries involved, with emphasis on raw materials suppliers and major types of end-users
  • Analysis of market growth opportunities with a holistic review of the Porter’s five forces analysis and PESTLE analysis considering both micro- and macro environmental factors prevailing in the market
  • A look at the major protective glove manufacturers and analyze the structure of advanced protective gear and armor - fire resistance industry (e.g., market shares, concentration and recent merger and acquisition (M&A) activity)
  • Review of the key patent grants and recent patent applications on advanced protective gear and armor - fire resistance market, with emphasis on upcoming technologies and new developments within the industry
  • Identification of the key players operating in the market, and analysis of their competitive landscape based on recent developments, segmental revenues, and operational integration
  • Company profiles of major players within the industry, including 3M, ArmorSource, Avon Protection DuPont, and Honeywell

Report Scope

The protective clothing, gear and armor markets represent a fragmented industry. There are significant and specific segments of the protective clothing, gear and armor industry. Within each of these segments are a variety of players, including government organizations that create, develop and enforce regulations and standards, raw material suppliers, fiber and fabric manufacturers, mills and fabric producers, finished goods manufacturers and suppliers and distributors. As a result of the complexity, supply chains sometimes may be difficult to understand.

This report focuses on the major material types and the designers of the products instead of on product distributors. One large corporation, through many of its parts, may be involved in all sectors of the supply chain.

This study focuses on the following major sectors of the global advanced protective gear and armor market:

  • Heat- and flame-resistant clothing, including firefighters’ turnout gear for structural, proximity and wildlands fire service, as well as industrial fire-resistant garments for use in electric and gas utilities or in industrial applications in which electric arc and flash fire are hazards.
  • Chemical protective garments and equipment, including chemical-resistant clothing, chemical or biological warfare and protective suits and gloves used in industrial applications. Much of this same gear can be used for biological protection.
  • Respirators and ancillary components for fire and chemical/biological situations.
  • Body and vehicular armor, including bullet and fragmentation-resistant garments used in law enforcement and military applications.
  • Body armor, including bullet-resistant garments used in law enforcement and military applications. This includes the retrofitting of vehicles using the same types of materials and some of the newer engineered in-place vehicle armor.
  • Sports protective gear is excluded in this report.

This report discusses the chemical/biological, fire and projectiles/explosives segments, including the regulations, raw materials, technologies, market size and anticipated growth. Manufacturers are evaluated and listed at the conclusion of each of the appropriate sections.

The market estimates and forecasts are based on a thorough analysis of the annual sales, market dynamics, product penetration as well as several other factors.

Nuclear protective gear is excluded from discussion because no truly protective clothing exists for severe nuclear threats such as battlefield nuclear explosions or Chernobyl-level nuclear accidents. Respirators and clothing can help, but the best solution is situational awareness.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The global advanced protective gear and armor-fire resistance market was valued at $10.7 billion in 2022 and will reach $15.4 billion by 2028.
  • Increasing awareness about fire safety.
  • Rising demand from the military and defense sector.
  • Upsurge in industrial and infrastructure development.
  • Security standards are raised, and cross-border conflicts.
By Sector, by region, and by Country.
Ancillary/gloves, head, eye, and respirators will dominate the market by the end of 2028.
North America has the highest market share.

Analyst Credentials

BCC Research Team possesses expertise and experience in life and physical science domains. They specialize in offering valuable business insights, including industry analysis, competitor intelligence, strategic and financial analysis, and opportunity assessment. The team has in-depth knowledge of various sectors, including healthcare, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, IT, automation, advanced materials, and energy. They are proficient in qualitative and quantitative market intelligence providing clients with actionable insights. With a vast understanding of the competitive landscape, the team can support clients in making data-driven decisions to help them achieve a competitive edge in their respective markets.

Report Synopsis

Report Metrics Details
Base year considered 2022
Forecast period considered 2023-2028
Base year market size $10.7 billion
Market size forecast $15.4 billion
Growth rate CAGR of 6.3% for the forecast period of 2023-2028
Units considered $ Millions
Segments covered Sector
Regions covered North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Rest of the World (RoW)
Countries covered U.S., Canada, Germany, U.K., France, Rest of Europe, China, India, Japan, Rest of APAC
Key Market Drivers
  • Tightened Regulatory and Cross-Border Conflicts
  • Increasing Awareness About Fire Safety
  • Increasing Demand from the Military and Defense Sector
  • Upsurge in Industrial and Infrastructure Development
Companies studied
  • 3M
  • ARMORSOURCE LLC
  • AVON PROTECTION PLC
  • BAE SYSTEMS
  • DUPONT
  • HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC.
  • KIMBERLY CLARK PROFESSIONAL
  • MSA SAFETY INC.
  • POINT BLANK ENTERPRISES INC.

Table of Contents

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Title/Chapter NamePagesMember Price
Full Report: Advanced Protective Gear and Armor85Free
Chapter- 1: Introduction5Free
Chapter- 2: Summary and Highlights3Free
Chapter- 3: Market and Technology Background30Free
Chapter- 4: Market Dynamics5Free
Chapter- 5: Emerging Trends3Free
Chapter- 6: Market by Sectors11Free
Chapter- 7: Market by Region7Free
Chapter- 8: Sustainability in Advanced Protective Gear and Armor/Fire Resistant Global Market4Free
Chapter- 9: Patent Analysis1Free
Chapter- 10: Company Profiles15Free
Chapter- 11: Appendix: Abbreviations1Free
Published - Mar-2015| Analyst - Andrew McWilliams| Code - AVM021H

Report Highlights

The U.S. market for advanced protective gear and armor has reached $4.5 billion and $4.7 billion in 2013 and 2014, respectively. This market is expected to reach at compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.4% to nearly $5.9 billion in 2019. 

Report Includes

  • An overview of the U.S. market for advanced protective gear and armor.
  • Analyses of the U.S. market trends, with data from 2013 and 2014, and projections of CAGRs through 2019.
  • Emphasis on the following sectors of the market: 
    • Heat- and flame resistant clothing, including firefighters’ turnout gear for structural, proximity, and wildlands fire service, as well as industrial fire resistant garments for use in electric and gas utilities or in industrial applications in which electric arc and flash fire are hazards.
    • Chemical protective garments and equipment, including chemical-resistant clothing, chemical or biological warfare and protective suits, and gloves used in industrial applications.  Much of this same gear can be used for biological protection.
    • Respirators and ancillary components for fire and chemical/biological situations.
    • Body and vehicular armor, including bullet and fragmentation-resistant garments used in law enforcement and military applications.
    • Body armor, including bullet-resistant garments used in law enforcement and military applications. The retrofitting of vehicles using the same types of materials and some of the newer engineered in-place vehicle armor.
  • Coverage of market aspects including raw materials, technologies, market size, and anticipated growth.
Published - Jun-2011| Analyst - Anna Welch Crull| Code - AVM021G

Report Highlights

The US market for advanced protective gear and armor was worth $4 billion in 2010 and the figure is expected to reach $5.2 billion in 2015 for a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%, between 2010 and 2015.

Published - Aug-2007| Analyst - Anna Welch Crull| Code - AVM021F

Report Highlights

  • The U.S. market for advanced fire protective clothing, armor, biological/chemical protective clothing, and respirators, gloves and other ancillary protective gear is expected to be worth $3.3 billion in 2007. This is expected to increase to over $4.5 billion in the next five years, a compound average annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%.
  • The largest single segment, 60%, of the 2007 protective gear and armor market is in the ancillary gear market.
  • Body and vehicular armor is currently a $404 million sector that will see a 10% compound annual growth rate over the next five years.

Published - Sep-2005| Analyst - Anna Welch Crull| Code - AVM021E

Report Highlights

REPORT HIGHLIGHTS

  • The U.S. market for advanced protective clothing, armor, respirators and protective gloves now is valued at about $2.3 billion per year and is expected to increase to more than $3.35 billion by 2010, rising at an average annual growth rate (AAGR) of 7.9%.
  • Armor, body and vehicular, is a $356 million-a-year industry at present that is expected to increase to $628 million by 2010, at an AAGR of 12%.
  • The advanced fire protective garments market is valued at $429 million and should reach $606 million by 2010. Structural/proximity firefighters protective clothing is more than half the value of this sector.
  • Chemical/biological exposure protection is valued at $340 million and is expected to increase at an AAGR of 8% through 2010, while ancillary gear is valued at more than $1.2 billion and expected to reach slightly over $1.6 billion by 2010.
Published - Nov-2002| Analyst - Joy Anderson LePree| Code - AVM021D

Report Highlights

  • The total U.S. market for protective clothing and body armor was $1.6 billion in 2001. Expected to rise at an average annual growth rate (AAGR) of 7.5%, the market will reach $2.2 billion by 2006.
  • Chemical-resistant garments will climb at an AAGR of 7.9% over the five-year period from $931 million to $1.3 billion.
  • Fire protective garments will rise from $544 million in 2001 to $705 million in 2006 at an AAGR of 5.9%.
  • Bullet-resistant garments will rise the fastest, at an AAGR of 10% over the fiveyear period, from $133 million to $214 million in 2006.
  • The industry historically has been a slow grower, with most segments only seeing about 2% to 3% growth per year on average.
  • Government grant programs that allocate significant funds to police and fire departments for the purchase of protective garments are driving growth.

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