Post Time：Dec 20,2018Classify:Industry NewsView：1246
China automotive glass market from OEM is anticipated to observe more than 7% CAGR till 2024. Large presence of auto production facilities together with rapid industrialization owing to availability of land and resources at low cost is propelling the product penetration rate. The automotive industry plays a vital role in county’s economy, that has motivated its government to take certain initiatives for further development. It includes Rural Subsidy Program for Vehicle Purchases, Old for New Trade in Auto Program, and New Energy Vehicle Subsidy Policy contributing in vehicle sales across the country.
Europe automotive glass market is predicted to hold approximately 19% of the volume share by 2024. Stringent regulations associated with passenger safety and customers preferring superior quality product capable of handling extreme weather conditions will influence the product demand in region. Increasing production of supercars and luxury cars is supporting product innovation across various countries of the region.
Aftermarket segment will pose approximately 5% growth rate over the study time span. Rising road accident rates and customer preference for low cost products will improve the segment growth. Regulations associated with patent and copyright infringement may negatively impact the industry growth over the study period.
Laminated automotive glass market size will be worth over USD 11 billion over the projected time frame. Ease of repairing, prevention from penetration, clear visibility, and acoustic advantages are essential characteristics offered by this product. Tempered segment will exhibit over 6% CAGR during the study period. High robustness and strength owing to thermal and chemical treatment are boosting the product demand.
Global automotive glass market participants are AGC, Nippon, Guardian, Saint Gobain Sekurit, Xinyi, and Fuyao accounting for major industry share in 2017. Other notable players of the industry include Magna International, Inc., Gentex Corporation, PGW, Shenzhen Benson, and Webasto. Major players adopt merger and acquisition strategy such as in October 2016, Saint-Gobain acquired France Pare-Brise, comprising huge franchise network in automotive glass repair and replacement market in France. On similar lines, in April 2015, AGC acquired NordGlass, which is an ARG manufacturer located in Poland to strengthen its market share in Europe.
Source: thecampingcanuck.comAuthor: Shangyi
