Global Glass Tiles Market Analysis, Growth, Trends & Forecast 2018-2023

The global glass tiles market is expected grow at a significant rate during the forecast period, majorly driven by rapid growth in the construction industry.

Emerging economies, such as China, India, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines, in the Asia-Pacific region have been witnessing strong growth in construction activities. Robust economic performance in 2017 is expected to further accelerate the growth in housing construction activities in the region. Middle Eastern countries, such as UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Kuwait, backed by their regional government-led initiatives, are driving growth in the GCC construction sector; this is due to the constant emphasis on improving their social infrastructure. As of May 2017, the value of construction projects in the GCC increased, compared to 2016, amounting to USD 2 trillion. Saudi Arabia and UAE lead the market with respect to the number of construction projects.

Matte-finished tiles are those with a soft, muted hue, creating a calm, and soothing space. The matte layer provides an etched surface to an otherwise smooth and slippery material, making it slip-resistant. This quality makes it suitable for use in flooring. With increasing residential projects and high living standards in developing economies, the segment is expected to gain momentum in the coming years.

Infrastructure sector is an important pillar for the growth of the Indian economy. The government is taking various initiatives to ensure time-bound creation of excellent infrastructure in the country. The government has announced a target of USD 376.5 billion investment in infrastructure over a period of three years, including USD 120.5 billion for developing 27 industrial clusters and USD 75.3 billion for road, railway, and port connectivity projects.