Stealth Coating Market

Stealth Coating Market Size by Resin Type (Polyurethane, Epoxy, Polyimide, Others), Application (Automotive, Aerospace & defense, Others), Regions, Global Industry Analysis, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2023 to 2032

Base Year: 2022 Historical Data: 2019-21
  • Report ID: TBI-13991
  • Published Date: Jan, 2024
  • Pages: 236
  • Category: Chemicals & Materials
  • Format: PDF
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The global stealth coating market was valued at USD 296.27 Million in 2022, which is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 6.38% from 2023 to 2032. Security agencies worldwide are emphasising the development of its military and defence divisions as a result of the escalating geopolitical tensions. They are therefore spending more money on cutting-edge and novel technologies for fighter planes, bombers, missiles, tanks, and helicopters—such as stealth coating. In the automotive industry, vehicles are also coated with stealth to prevent scratches, road debris, and deliberate harm.

Market Introduction:

In the defence industry, stealth coating is used to reduce a vehicle or missile's visibility to radar, infrared (IR), and other detection techniques. It contains a range of nano-ultrafine particles that have a potent ability to absorb electromagnetic waves in various bands, reducing the strength of signals that are reflected back. Tactical unmanned aerial systems (UAS) can utilise it in areas with high radar reflection on the exterior surface, such as the edges. These days, scientists all around the world are working on creating intelligent stealth coating, which can alter an aircraft's look based on its surroundings. Security agencies worldwide are emphasising the development of its military and defence divisions as a result of the escalating geopolitical tensions. They are therefore spending more money on cutting-edge and novel technologies for fighter planes, bombers, missiles, tanks, and helicopters—such as stealth coating. In the automotive industry, vehicles are also coated with stealth to prevent scratches, road debris, and deliberate harm. In addition, molecular weight, surface chain density, and polymer chain conformations are provided by the covert coating of nanoparticles (NPs) in drug-delivery systems. As a result, it is frequently applied on NP surfaces to enhance blood circulation. The market for stealth coating is expected to increase in the upcoming years as NPs are becoming a potent drug-delivery tool for cancer therapy, improving the specificity of therapeutic activities while lowering the systemic side effects. Radar-absorbing materials known as "stealth coating" are applied to aircraft to lower their radar cross-section and impede radar detection. Furthermore, it is applied to cars to provide UV protection as well as defence against chips, scratches, road debris, and malicious damages. The need for stealth coatings from the aerospace and defence and automotive industries is driving the global market for these coatings since they offer various features like strength, endurance, and chemical resistance. Stealth coatings also offer a finish that is impact- and scratch-resistant and has a very high heat deflection temperature. Moreover, it offers a great degree of water resistance, ultraviolet (UV) resistance, and cleaning ease. The past three decades have also seen a significant increase in the use of stealth coating throughout the United States due to the production of stealth drones, military ships, and aircraft such as the F-22 Raptor, F-35 Lightning II, and B-2 Spirit, as well as Independence-class littoral combat ships, Zumwalt-class destroyers, Northrop Grumman RQ-180, and Lockheed Martin RQ-170 Sentinel. Furthermore, nations like China and Russia are investing extensively in developing stealth technology and have produced stealth aircraft like the Sukhoi Su-57 and Chengdu J-20. These developments are expected to drive up demand for stealth coating during the forecast period. The high price of stealth coating and the drop in the manufacture of stealth ships, drones, and aircraft amid the lockdowns imposed by the governments of several nations, including China, Russia, and the United States, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, are anticipated to limit the growth of the stealth coating market. Moreover, the development and manufacturing of stealth ships, drones, and aircraft are projected to attract significant investment from developing nations like China and India, which would likely create growth possibilities for the worldwide stealth coating market.

Stealth Coating Market Size

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Recent Development
  • Hyperstealth Technologies revealed in May 2023 that they were creating a new stealth covering that is supposedly imperceptible to all electromagnetic waves. Although the coating is still in its infancy, it has the potential to completely transform the market for stealth coatings.
  • CFI Solutions said in June 2023 that they were creating a new stealth coating for aeroplanes. It is claimed that the coating reduces radar signature more effectively than current stealth coatings.
  • Intermat Defence introduced a new range of stealth coatings for use in military applications in July 2023. The coatings are intended to significantly lessen radar signature and render items undetectable to radar.

Market Dynamics:

Drivers

Modernization of the military and defence budgetTo improve their capabilities, many nations continue to invest in cutting-edge defence technologies and military modernization. When it comes to decreasing the radar cross-section (RCS) of military aircraft, ships, and vehicles, stealth coatings are essential because they make them harder for adversary radar systems to detect. The need for stealth coatings may be fueled by rising defence budgets across the board as part of larger initiatives to keep a competitive edge in contemporary warfare.

Restraints:

The price of creation and executionCreating and implementing efficient stealth coatings can be a difficult and expensive procedure. An entire military platform or commercial aircraft can cost much more due to the research and development needed to produce coatings with the right qualities, as well as the specialised tools and application methods required. This cost element could serve as a constraint, particularly for clients or projects with tight budgets.

Regional segmentation analysis:

The regions analyzed for the market include North America, Europe, South America, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa. North America emerged as the most significant global stealth coating market, with a 35.93% market revenue share in 2022. In order to improve aircraft and other platforms' ability to evade radar, the U.S. military has played a significant role in the study, development, and application of stealth technologies, including coatings. Leading companies in the development and supply of stealth coatings for military purposes include Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and Northrop Grumman.

North America Region Stealth Coating Market Share in 2022 - 35.93%

 

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Resin Type Segment Analysis

The resin type segment is divided into polyurethane, epoxy, polyimide, and others. The epoxy segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 27.44% in 2022. Their superior adhesion, durability, and corrosion resistance are the reasons behind this. Epoxy coatings are frequently utilised in aerospace and defence applications, such as naval vessels and stealth aircraft, since they offer robust protection against environmental variables. By absorbing or dispersing radar waves, these coatings aid in lowering radar cross-section (RCS) and enhancing stealth qualities.

Application Segment Analysis

The application segment is divided into automotive, aerospace & defense, and others. The aerospace & defense segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 34.61% in 2022. For military vehicles and aircraft, stealth coatings are essential because they lower the radar cross-section, which makes them harder for hostile radar systems to detect. To improve their stealth, these coatings are applied to fighter planes, bombers, surveillance aircraft, and naval vessels.

Some of the Key Market Players:
  • Intermat Defense
  • CFI Solutions
  • Hyper Stealth Technologies Pvt Ltd.
  • Micromag
  • Veil Corporation
  • Stealth Coatings Inc.

Report Description:

Attribute Description
Market Size Revenue (USD Million)
Market size value in 2022 USD 296.27 Million
Market size value in 2032 USD 549.90 Million
CAGR (2023 to 2032) 6.38%
Historical data 2019-2021
Base Year 2022
Forecast 2023-2032
Region The regions analyzed for the market are Asia Pacific, Europe, South America, North America, and Middle East & Africa. Furthermore, the regions are further analyzed at the country level.
Segments Resin Type, Application

Frequesntly Asked Questions

As per The Brainy Insights, the size of the stealth coating market was valued at USD 296.27 Million in 2022 & USD 549.90 Million by 2032.

Global stealth coating market is growing at a CAGR of 6.38% during the forecast period 2023-2032.

North America region emerged as the largest market for the stealth coating.

Modernization of the military and defence budget is a significant driving factor for the growth of the stealth coating market.

The price of creation and execution is a significant restraining factor for the growth of the stealth coating market.

Key players are Intermat Defense, CFI Solutions, Hyper Stealth Technologies Pvt Ltd., Micromag, Veil Corporation, Stealth Coatings Inc., among others.

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This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2019 to 2032. The Brainy Insights has segmented the global stealth coating market based on below mentioned segments:

Global Stealth Coating by Resin Type:

  • Polyurethane
  • Epoxy
  • Polyimide
  • Others

Global Stealth Coating by Application:

  • Automotive
  • Aerospace & defense
  • Others

Global Stealth Coating by Region:

  • North America
    • U.S.
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • France
    • U.K.
    • Italy
    • Spain
  • Asia-Pacific
    • Japan
    • China
    • India
  • South America
    • Brazil
  • Middle East and Africa  
    • UAE
    • South Africa

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