Market Forecast By Type (Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF), Alcohol Resistant Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AR-AFFF), Protein Foam (PF), Synthetic Detergent Foam (Medium and High Expansion), Others), By Material Type (Surfactant, Fluorosurfactant, Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA), Others), By Expansion (Low, Medium, High), By End-Use (Oil & Gas, Aviation, Marine, Mining, Others) And Competitive Landscape
| Product Code: ETC325115 | Publication Date: Aug 2022 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Padhi | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The Australia Firefighting Foam Market may undergo a gradual slowdown in growth rates between 2025 and 2029. Starting high at 5.37% in 2025, the market steadily declines to 4.23% by 2029.

The firefighting foam market in Australia involves the production, distribution, and application of foam agents used to suppress and extinguish fires. This market serves various sectors, including municipal fire departments, industrial facilities, oil and gas refineries, and aviation firefighting. Key drivers of this market include regulations mandating the use of firefighting foam in high-risk environments, such as chemical storage facilities and airports, as well as the growing emphasis on environmental sustainability and biodegradability of foam formulations.
In the realm of firefighting foam, the Australia market has witnessed notable growth driven by the expanding industrial and commercial sectors requiring effective fire suppression solutions. Firefighting foam is widely utilized in various applications such as petrochemical facilities, manufacturing plants, airports, and commercial buildings to extinguish fires rapidly and prevent re-ignition. The increasing focus on environmental sustainability has also spurred demand for eco-friendly firefighting foam formulations that minimize adverse impacts on the environment while maintaining high efficacy in fire suppression.
The Australia firefighting foam market faces challenges related to environmental concerns and regulatory compliance. Traditional firefighting foams containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have come under scrutiny due to their persistence in the environment and potential health risks. As a result, there is growing pressure to develop and adopt environmentally friendly alternatives that are effective in extinguishing fires without causing harm to ecosystems or human health. However, transitioning to PFAS-free foams requires extensive research and development efforts to ensure the efficacy and safety of alternative formulations.
In the context of the Australia firefighting foam market, government policies play a crucial role in regulating the use of firefighting foam containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which have raised environmental and health concerns due to their persistence and potential toxicity. Regulatory agencies such as the Australia Government Department of Health and state environmental authorities have implemented restrictions and phase-out plans for PFAS-containing firefighting foams, leading to a shift towards alternative foam formulations and technologies. Government policies also drive initiatives for the remediation and management of PFAS contamination in firefighting training facilities and affected environments.
| 1 Executive Summary |
| 2 Introduction |
| 2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
| 2.2 Report Description |
| 2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
| 2.4 Research Methodology |
| 2.5 Assumptions |
| 3 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Overview |
| 3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
| 3.2 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
| 3.3 Australia Firefighting Foam Market - Industry Life Cycle |
| 3.4 Australia Firefighting Foam Market - Porter's Five Forces |
| 3.5 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
| 3.6 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Material Type, 2021 & 2031F |
| 3.7 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Expansion, 2021 & 2031F |
| 3.8 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-Use, 2021 & 2031F |
| 4 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Dynamics |
| 4.1 Impact Analysis |
| 4.2 Market Drivers |
| 4.2.1 Increasing frequency of bushfires and industrial fires |
| 4.2.2 Growing investments in firefighting infrastructure |
| 4.2.3 Rising demand for environmentally friendly foam formulations |
| 4.2.4 Regulatory mandates on fire safety standards |
| 4.2.5 Technological advancements in firefighting equipment |
| 4.3 Market Restraints |
| 4.3.1 Environmental concerns over fluorinated foam chemicals |
| 4.3.2 High costs associated with advanced foam products |
| 4.3.3 Strict regulations limiting usage of certain foam types |
| 4.3.4 Limited awareness among end-users about foam types |
| 4.3.5 Supply chain disruptions affecting raw material availability |
| 4.4 Market KPI |
| 4.4.1 Annual firefighting foam sales volume (liters) |
| 4.4.2 Market share by foam type (%) |
| 4.4.3 Rate of adoption of eco-friendly foam (%) |
| 4.4.4 Average foam consumption per fire incident (liters) |
| 4.4.5 Number of regulatory compliance certifications obtained |
| 5 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Trends |
| 6 Australia Firefighting Foam Market, By Types |
| 6.1 Australia Firefighting Foam Market, By Type |
| 6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
| 6.1.2 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F |
| 6.1.3 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF), 2021-2031F |
| 6.1.4 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Alcohol Resistant Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AR-AFFF), 2021-2031F |
| 6.1.5 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Protein Foam (PF), 2021-2031F |
| 6.1.6 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Synthetic Detergent Foam (Medium and High Expansion), 2021-2031F |
| 6.1.7 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
| 6.2 Australia Firefighting Foam Market, By Material Type |
| 6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
| 6.2.2 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Surfactant, 2021-2031F |
| 6.2.3 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Fluorosurfactant, 2021-2031F |
| 6.2.4 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA), 2021-2031F |
| 6.2.5 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
| 6.3 Australia Firefighting Foam Market, By Expansion |
| 6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
| 6.3.2 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Low, 2021-2031F |
| 6.3.3 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Medium, 2021-2031F |
| 6.3.4 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By High, 2021-2031F |
| 6.4 Australia Firefighting Foam Market, By End-Use |
| 6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
| 6.4.2 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Oil & Gas, 2021-2031F |
| 6.4.3 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Aviation, 2021-2031F |
| 6.4.4 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Marine, 2021-2031F |
| 6.4.5 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Mining, 2021-2031F |
| 6.4.6 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
| 7 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
| 7.1 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Export to Major Countries |
| 7.2 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Imports from Major Countries |
| 8 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Key Performance Indicators |
| 9 Australia Firefighting Foam Market - Opportunity Assessment |
| 9.1 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
| 9.2 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Opportunity Assessment, By Material Type, 2021 & 2031F |
| 9.3 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Opportunity Assessment, By Expansion, 2021 & 2031F |
| 9.4 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-Use, 2021 & 2031F |
| 10 Australia Firefighting Foam Market - Competitive Landscape |
| 10.1 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
| 10.2 Australia Firefighting Foam Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
| 11 Company Profiles |
| 12 Recommendations |
| 13 Disclaimer |