By Product Type (Expanded polystyrene, Extruded polystyrene), By Application (Structure Foundation, Embankments, Slope Stabilization, Insulation, Retaining Structures, Others (Void...... Filling, Theatre & Stadium Seating, Impact Protection)), By End Use (Road & Highway construction, Building & Infrastructure Construction, Airport Runways & Taxiways Construction, Others (Railway Embankments, Green roofs, etc.)), By Region (North America, South America, Europe, The Middle East & Africa, Asia-Pacific), By Company (Atlas Roofing Corporation, Pacific Allied Products Ltd., Beaver Plastics Ltd., National Polystyrene Packaging Factory L.L.C, Airfoam Industries Ltd., Amvic, Inc., DuPont de Nemours., Drew Foam Companies, Inc., Poliestireno Alfa-Gamma S.A., Jebsen & Jessen Packaging, Cellofoam North America, Inc., Carlisle Construction Materials, LLC, ACH Foam Technologies, LLC, Harbour Foam Inc, Benchmark Foam Inc., Jablite, Others) Read more
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Market Definition
Geofoams are lightweight blocks of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) or Extruded Polystyrene (XPS), and are available in diverse sizes and forms, having a core purpose to fill voids, especially in areas like beneath highways, bridge approaches, dams, & parking lots, among others. It is a structural backfill and a lightweight foam plastic with low unit EPS geofoam density, making it a much lighter alternative to soil. These materials are also known for increasing building speed, building inclement weather, vertically facing right-of-way situations, reducing the need for large earthmoving machinery, and providing overall project savings, among others.
Market Insights
The Global Geofoam Market is expected to grow at a CAGR of around 6.8% during the forecast period, i.e., 2023-28. The growth of the market is projected to be propelled mainly by the increasing focus of the governments of different countries on developing their infrastructure, particularly to bringing the approach toward renewable construction projects, demonstrating high expenditure. It, in turn, is hinting toward lucrative opportunities for the industry participants to widen their product offerings in order to cater to the burgeoning demands for geofoams in construction activities.
| Report Coverage | Details |
|---|---|
| Study Period | Historical Data: 2018-21 |
| Base Year: 2022 | |
| Forecast Period: 2023-28 | |
| CAGR (2023-2028) | 6.8% |
| Regions Covered | North America: US, Canada, Mexico |
| Europe: Germany, The UK, France, Spain, Italy, Rest of Europe | |
| Asia-Pacific: China, India, Japan, South Korea, Rest of Asia-Pacific | |
| South America: Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America | |
| Middle East & Africa: UAE, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Rest of MEA | |
| Key Companies Profiled | Atlas Roofing Corporation, Pacific Allied Products Ltd., Beaver Plastics Ltd., National Polystyrene Packaging Factory L.L.C, Airfoam Industries Ltd., Amvic, Inc., DuPont de Nemours., Drew Foam Companies, Inc., Poliestireno Alfa-Gamma S.A., Jebsen & Jessen Packaging, Cellofoam North America, Inc., Carlisle Construction Materials, LLC, ACH Foam Technologies, LLC, Harbour Foam Inc, Benchmark Foam Inc., Jablite, Others |
| Unit Denominations | USD Million/Billion |
Since these materials are used substantially in the construction of buildings & roadways and help companies cut costs & provide thermal insulation, their demand is soaring swiftly throughout the world. Besides, growing awareness among contractors about the perks of these materials, like their lightweight, superior strength, & ease of handling, among others, are also augmenting the demand for geofoams across regions.
In addition, these materials also offer customization into different shapes & size like sheets and blocks, which further widens its application & driving the requirement. In fact, their higher insulation performance and high resistance to damage are also promoting their adoption for walls, basements, & attics, thereby stimulating the overall expansion of the geofoam market globally.
Recent Developments in the Global Geofoam Market
- In January 2022, Atlas Roofing Corporation, a leader in roofing materials, rolled out three new ventilation solutions, TruRidge® PRO 25, HighPoint® AL 50 Slant Back, and HighPoint® GL 50 Slant Back, in order to improve home energy efficiency, optimize roof performance, and reduce excessive attic heat & moisture that contribute to structural damage.
- In June 2021, Airfoam launched Foamshield, a rigid EPS insulation that can be installed around an uninsulated wood-frame wall with a sheathing membrane and help significantly reduce home insulation costs.
- Market Segmentation
- Introduction
- Product Definition
- Research Process
- Assumptions
- Executive Summary
- Global Geofoam Market Trends & Insights
- Global Geofoam Market Dynamics
- Growth Drivers
- Challenges
- Global Geofoam Market Hotspot & Opportunities
- Global Geofoam Market Policies & Regulations
- Global Geofoam Market Supply Chain Analysis
- Global Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity Sold (Thousand Tons)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- Expanded polystyrene
- Extruded polystyrene
- By Application
- Structure Foundation
- Embankments
- Slope Stabilization
- Insulation
- Retaining Structures
- Others (Void Filling, Theatre & Stadium Seating, Impact Protection)
- By End Use
- Road & Highway construction
- Building & Infrastructure Construction
- Airport Runways & Taxiways Construction
- Others (Railway Embankments, Green roofs, etc.)
- By Region
- North America
- South America
- Europe
- The Middle East & Africa
- Asia-Pacific
- By Competitors
- Competition Characteristics
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- Market Size & Analysis
- North America Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity Sold (Thousand Tons)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- By Country
- The US
- Canada
- Mexico
- The US Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity Sold (Thousand Tons)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- Market Size & Analysis
- Canada Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity sold (Thousand Units)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- Market Size & Analysis
- Mexico Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity sold (Thousand Units)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Size & Analysis
- South America Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity Sold (Thousand Units)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- By Country
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Rest of South America
- Brazil Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity Sold (Thousand Tons)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- Market Size & Analysis
- Argentina Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity Sold (Thousand Tons)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Size & Analysis
- Europe Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity Sold (Thousand Tons)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- By Country
- The UK
- Germany
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Rest of Europe
- The UK Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity (Thousand Tons)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- Market Size & Analysis
- Germany Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity (Thousand Tons)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- Market Size & Analysis
- France Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity (Thousand Tons)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- Market Size & Analysis
- Italy Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity (Thousand Tons)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- Market Size & Analysis
- Spain Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity (Thousand Tons)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Size & Analysis
- The Middle East & Africa Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity (Thousand Tons)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- By Country
- The UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Rest of Middle East & Africa
- The UAE Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity (Thousand Tons)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- Market Size & Analysis
- Saudi Arabia Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity (Thousand Tons)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- Market Size & Analysis
- South Africa Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity (Thousand Tons)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Size & Analysis
- Asia-Pacific Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity (Thousand Tons)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- By Country
- China
- India
- Japan
- South Korea
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- China Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity (Thousand Tons)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- Market Size & Analysis
- India Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity (Thousand Tons)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- Market Size & Analysis
- Japan Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity (Thousand Tons)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- Market Size & Analysis
- South Korea Geofoam Market Outlook, 2018-2028F
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Revenues (USD Million)
- By Quantity (Thousand Tons)
- Market Share & Analysis
- By Product Type
- By Application
- Market Size & Analysis
- Market Size & Analysis
- Global Geofoam Market Key Strategic Imperatives for Success & Growth
- Competition Outlook
- Competition Matrix
- Target Markets
- Research & Development
- Collaborations & Strategic Alliances
- Key Business Expansion Initiatives
- Business Restructuring- Mergers, Acquisitions, JVs
- Strategic Initiatives
- Company Profiles (Business Description, Product Segments, Business Segments, Financials, Strategic Alliances/ Partnerships, Future Plans)
- Atlas Roofing Corporation
- Pacific Allied Products Ltd.
- Beaver Plastics Ltd.
- National Polystyrene Packaging Factory L.L.C
- Airfoam Industries Ltd.
- Amvic, Inc.
- DuPont de Nemours.
- Drew Foam Companies, Inc.
- Poliestireno Alfa-Gamma S.A.
- Jebsen & Jessen Packaging
- Cellofoam North America, Inc.
- Carlisle Construction Materials, LLC
- ACH Foam Technologies, LLC
- Harbour Foam Inc
- Benchmark Foam Inc.
- Jablite
- Others
- Competition Matrix
- Disclaimer
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