Aerospace & Defense Ducting Market Report

Attractive Opportunities

Global Demand Analysis & Sales Opportunities in Aerospace Duct Assemblies Market

• The annual demand for aerospace duct assemblies was USD 2.4 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 2.6 billion in 2025, up 9.4% than the value in 2024.
• During the forecast period (2025 to 2034), the aerospace duct assemblies market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.6%. The annual demand will reach of USD 3.4 billion in 2034.
• During 2025-2034, the aerospace duct assemblies industry is expected to generate a cumulative sales opportunity of USD 31.47 billion.

High-Growth Market Segments:

• North America is expected to remain the largest market during the forecast period. 
• By Platform type, Commercial Aircraft are expected to be the biggest demand generator for duct assemblies, whereas UAVs are likely to grow fastest in the coming years.
• By Pressure type, High-Pressure Duct Assemblies are projected to dominate the market and is expected to grow at the fastest pace.
• By Material type, Nickel-Chromium Alloys are projected to hold the major share and are anticipated to grow at a faster pace.
• By Application type, Airframe is expected to be the fastest-growing material in the market over the forecast period.
• By Duct type, Rigid Ducts remain the pioneer in the market, whereas Flexible Ducts are expected to register the highest growth during the forecast period.

Market Statistics

Have a look at the sales opportunities presented by the aerospace duct assemblies market in terms of growth and market forecast.

Market Dynamics

Introduction:

What are aerospace duct assemblies?

Aerospace duct assemblies are engineered systems of tubes, hoses, and connectors used to transport air, fluids, and gases throughout an aircraft. They play a vital role in various systems such as environmental control, engine bleed air, cooling, fuel delivery, and hydraulic operations, ensuring smooth and safe aircraft performance.

These assemblies are designed with lightweight, durable materials like composites, titanium, or high-grade alloys to withstand high temperatures, pressure variations, and vibration in demanding aerospace environments. They are often custom-built to fit specific aircraft designs and must meet strict safety and regulatory standards. Aerospace duct assemblies are essential for maintaining efficiency, comfort, and reliability in both commercial and military aircraft.

Segment Analysis

By Platform Type

“Commercial aircraft are expected to remain the pioneer whereas UAVs will be the fastest-growing platform of the market during the forecast period.”

• The aerospace duct assemblies market is segmented into commercial aircraft, regional aircraft, general aviation, helicopter, military aircraft, UAV, and spacecraft.
• Anticipated increases in the production rates of key commercial aircraft, including the B737 Max, A320neo, B787, A350XWB, and B777x, are expected to drive market demand in the coming years. Notably, aircraft programs like these are poised to create significant opportunities in the long term.
• According to Boeing's projections, the commercial aircraft fleet size is set to double over the next 20 years, indicating a substantial growth trajectory in the industry. 
• Commercial aircraft have intricate duct systems for various purposes, such as environmental control, pneumatic systems, and fuel delivery, necessitating a higher volume of duct assemblies.
• Emerging markets, particularly in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East, are experiencing significant economic growth and an expanding middle class. This leads to higher demand for air travel and consequently, more commercial aircraft orders.

By Pressure Type

“High-pressure duct assemblies are expected to remain the dominant and faster-growing pressure type of the market during the forecast period.”

• The market is segmented into low-pressure duct assemblies and high-pressure duct assemblies.
• Airplanes and helicopters depend on high-pressure ducts that extend from the engines through the fuselage to the leading edges of the wings.
• These ducts serve critical functions in both high-temperature and high-pressure, as well as low-temperature and high-pressure applications, ensuring the efficient operation of aircraft systems.
• High-pressure duct assemblies are integral to engine systems. The pursuit of higher engine efficiency often involves increased pressures, necessitating advanced high-pressure duct assemblies.
• The continuous evolution of more efficient turbofan engines with an increase in thrust requires an efficient ducting system that manages and distributes air and fluid at extremely high temperatures and pressures.

By Material Type

“Nickel-chromium alloys are expected to remain the most preferred material whereas composites are gaining popularity during the forecast period.”

• The market is segmented into nickel-chromium alloys, titanium & alloys, stainless steel & alloys, composites, and others.
• Nickel-chromium alloys, often referred to as superalloys, have been the mainstay in aerospace duct assemblies due to high-temperature resistance, corrosion resistance, excellent strength-to-weight ratios, fatigue resistance, and low thermal expansion.
• These alloys find extensive applications in engine exhaust systems, hydraulic line tubing, and heat exchanger tubing within Environmental Control Systems (ECS).
• Composites are increasingly preferred for low-temperature and high-pressure applications, including APU inlet, ECS inlet plenum, and APU plenum.
• Composites are significantly lighter than metals, leading to reduced aircraft weight, improved fuel efficiency, and lower emissions, which are crucial for meeting environmental regulations.

By Application Type

“Airframe is the biggest demand generator for duct assemblies whereas engine is the fastest-growing applications during the forecast period.”

• The market is segmented into airframe, engine, and others.
• The airframe includes a complex network of ducts that run throughout the fuselage, wings, and tail sections, providing various functions. The total ducting system used in an aircraft's airframe for air distribution systems is determined by the aircraft's length.
• This system plays a crucial role in various applications such as environmental control systems (ECS), thermal anti-icing and de-icing systems, fuselage insulation, and more.
• Continuous advancements and development of high-thrust engines propel the fastest growth of duct assemblies in engines.
• Modern engines are designed for higher efficiency and performance, requiring advanced duct assemblies to handle increased pressures and temperatures effectively.

By Duct Type

“Rigid ducts are expected to maintain their dominance whereas flexible ducts witness higher adoption in the market during the forecast period.”

• The market is segmented into rigid ducts, semi-rigid ducts, and flexible ducts.
• Rigid ducts are employed extensively throughout the aircraft, spanning from the engines through the fuselage to the wings and APU connections.
• Rigid ducts provide superior structural integrity and stability, which are essential for applications where the ducts must maintain their shape and support the aircraft's systems, such as in high-pressure and high-temperature environments.
• Rigid ducts are often used in critical areas like engine bleed air systems and primary environmental control systems, where precise airflow control is necessary.
• Flexible ducts are favored for weight optimization and are increasingly popular for low-pressure applications within the airframe, particularly in ECS and ventilation systems.
• Flexible ducts are easier to install in tight or complex spaces within the aircraft, allowing for more versatile routing of airflow.

Regional Analysis

“North America is expected to remain the largest market for aerospace ducting assemblies during the forecast period”.

• This region has a presence of a large number of major OEMs, such as Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Textron Aviation, Embraer, and Bombardier, which make the region a growth engine of the aerospace industry.
• The presence of major aircraft engine manufacturers, such as Pratt and Whitney, GE Aviation, CFM International, and Honeywell Aerospace, in North America creates a huge demand for duct assemblies.
• Most of the global players, such as Arrowhead Products, Triumph Group, Unison Industries, and ITT Inc., drive the market for duct assemblies in the region.
• Asia-Pacific is also likely to create sizeable opportunities in the coming years, driven by a growing market in India and key aircraft programs like COMAC-19 in China. Within the next ten years, the Indian market is projected to receive a minimum of 1,100 new aircraft.

Competitive Landscape

Most of the major players compete in some of the factors, including price, service offerings, regional presence, etc. The following are the key players in the aerospace duct assemblies market -  

Here is the list of the Top Players (Based on Dominance)

• Eaton Corporation plc
• Parker Hannifin Corporation
• Senior Plc
• Arrowhead Products
• PFW Aerospace GmbH
• Triumph Group
• Unison Industries
• Stelia North America
• Sekisui Aerospace
• ITT Inc.

Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.

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Recent Developments/Mergers & Acquisitions:

• In January 2024, Boeing and Rangsons Aerospace entered a letter of intent for five years to manufacture and supply critical assemblies (tubes and ducts) for aerospace systems.
• In 2022, Parker Hannifin Corporation completed the acquisition of Meggitt PLC. The acquisition was targeted with an aim to increase the aerospace business significantly with complementary technologies.
• In 2021, Leggett & Platt, Incorporated acquired Avica Aerospace Ducting from Meggitt PLC for US$27.3 million. Avica Aerospace Ducting, based in Dunstable, UK, has over 80 years of expertise in manufacturing high-temperature and pressure metallic ducts, clamps, and related products used in the aerospace industry.

Report Features

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The following are the key features of the report:

• Market structure: Overview, industry life cycle analysis, supply chain analysis.
• Market environment analysis: Growth drivers and constraints, Porter’s five forces analysis, SWOT analysis.
• Market trend and forecast analysis.
• Market segment trend and forecast.
• Competitive landscape and dynamics: Market share, Service portfolio, New Product Launches, etc.
• COVID-19 impact and its recovery curve.
• Attractive market segments and associated growth opportunities.
• Emerging trends.
• Strategic growth opportunities for the existing and new players.
• Key success factors.

Market Segmentation

This report studies the market, covering a period of 15 years of trend and forecast. The report provides detailed insights into the market dynamics to enable informed business decision-making and growth strategy formulation based on the opportunities present in the market.

The aerospace duct assemblies market is segmented into the following categories:

Aerospace Duct Assemblies Market, by Platform Type

• Commercial Aircraft (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• Regional Aircraft (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• General Aviation (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• Helicopters (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• Military Aircraft (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• UAV (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• Spacecraft (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)

Aerospace Duct Assemblies Market, by Pressure Type

• Low-Pressure Duct Assemblies (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• High-Pressure Duct Assemblies (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)

Aerospace Duct Assemblies Market, by Material Type

• Nickel-Chromium Alloys (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• Titanium & Alloys (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• Stainless Steel & Alloys (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• Composites (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• Others (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)

Aerospace Duct Assemblies Market, by Application Type

• Airframe (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• Engine (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• Others (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)

Aerospace Duct Assemblies Market, by Duct Type

• Rigid Ducts (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• Semi-Rigid Ducts (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• Flexible Ducts (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)

Aerospace Duct Assemblies Market, by Region

• North America (Country Analysis: The USA, Canada, and Mexico)
• Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, The UK, and Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: Japan, China, India, and Rest of Asia-Pacific)
• Rest of the World (Country Analysis: Brazil, Saudi Arabia, and Others)

Research Methodology

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• More than 1,000 authenticated secondary sources, such as company annual reports, fact books, press releases, journals, investor presentations, white papers, patents, and articles, have been leveraged to gather the data.
• We conducted more than 20 detailed primary interviews with market players across the value chain in all four regions and industry experts to obtain both qualitative and quantitative insights.

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