Product Code: ETC4502306 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Feb 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 85 | No. of Figures: 45 | No. of Tables: 25 | |
The Thailand Rail Composites Market is growing as the rail industry seeks lightweight and durable materials to improve the efficiency and longevity of rail systems. Composite materials are being used in train components, offering benefits such as reduced weight, increased fuel efficiency, and improved resistance to wear and tear.
The Rail Composites market in Thailand is experiencing robust growth, propelled by the increasing demand for lightweight and durable materials in the railway industry. Composites, including fiberglass and carbon fiber-reinforced polymers, are gaining prominence for their use in railcar components and infrastructure. The growth of the rail transportation sector, the rising trend of using lightweight materials for improved fuel efficiency, and the need for materials with high strength-to-weight ratios in Thailand are contributing to the adoption of composites in rail applications. Moreover, the focus on enhancing the performance of rail systems and the innovations in composite applications for the rail industry are further propelling the positive trajectory of the rail composites market.
The rail composites market in Thailand faces challenges associated with the integration of composite materials into traditional rail systems. The conservative nature of the rail industry poses resistance to adopting newer materials and technologies. High upfront costs and the need for substantial investments in research and development to meet stringent safety standards present hurdles for market players. Additionally, the necessity for collaboration among stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, to establish standardized guidelines for composite materials in rail applications is a significant challenge affecting market growth.
The Thailand Rail Composites market showcased resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic, with applications in the rail transportation sector. Composites, including fiberglass-reinforced materials, found continued demand for their lightweight and high-strength properties in rail components. Post-pandemic, the market is growing as rail infrastructure projects resume, with increased adoption of composites for their role in reducing the weight of rail components and enhancing fuel efficiency. The Thailand Rail Composites market remains essential in supporting the country efforts to modernize and improve its rail transportation systems.
Major players in the Thailand Rail Composites market include Hexcel Corporation, Owens Corning, SGL Carbon SE, Gurit Holding AG, and Teijin Limited.
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 Thailand Rail Composites Market Overview |
3.1 Thailand Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Thailand Rail Composites Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Thailand Rail Composites Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Thailand Rail Composites Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Thailand Rail Composites Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Fiber Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Thailand Rail Composites Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Thailand Rail Composites Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Resin Type, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Thailand Rail Composites Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Thailand Rail Composites Market Trends |
6 Thailand Rail Composites Market, By Types |
6.1 Thailand Rail Composites Market, By Fiber Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Thailand Rail Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Fiber Type, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Thailand Rail Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Glass fiber, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Thailand Rail Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Carbon fiber , 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Thailand Rail Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By others, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Thailand Rail Composites Market, By Applications |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Thailand Rail Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Interior, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Thailand Rail Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Exterior, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Thailand Rail Composites Market, By Resin Type |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Thailand Rail Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Epoxy, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Thailand Rail Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyester, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Thailand Rail Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Phenolic, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 Thailand Rail Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Vinyl Ester, 2021-2031F |
6.3.6 Thailand Rail Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Other Resin Types, 2021-2031F |
7 Thailand Rail Composites Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Thailand Rail Composites Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Thailand Rail Composites Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Thailand Rail Composites Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Thailand Rail Composites Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Thailand Rail Composites Market Opportunity Assessment, By Fiber Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Thailand Rail Composites Market Opportunity Assessment, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Thailand Rail Composites Market Opportunity Assessment, By Resin Type, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Thailand Rail Composites Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Thailand Rail Composites Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Thailand Rail Composites Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |