Laminated Glass Market

Industry Overview

The global laminated glass market is expected to grow from USD 20.2 billion in 2023 to USD 28.4 billion in 2030at a CAGR of 6.1% during the forecast period ranging from 2025 to 2030.

Laminated glass refers to a specially designed glass with different layers. Between these layers are carefully placed sheetsmade of ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) or polyvinyl butyral (PVB). This not only reduces the chances of breaking into pieces easily but also protects the interior from the harmful UV rays of the sun. These glasses are extensively used in hurricane-prone areas to build walls that are resistant to hurricanes and are also able to endure shock, prevent intrusion, insulate sound, and reduce damage in automobile windshields as well as in other structures for protective reasons.

The growth of the global laminated glass market is growing because the demand for laminated glass is growing and is very high in regions prone to natural calamities and in buildings having risks of vandalisms. It is also attributed to the growth in the automotive glass market which will propel its demand over the forecast period. In addition, technological innovations such as the display and dimmable glass technology are expected to push the market players to further invest in the glass market of the automotive industry and thereby fuel the growth of the market.

The widespread use of laminated glass is somewhat restricted due to its high cost as the manufacturing process is capital intensive and in-depth requiring multiple layers of materials, thereby posing significant challenge to the market growth.Moreover, its adoption is also limited due to the easy availability of low-cost substitutes. However, opportunities for growth are offered by the major market players who are striving hard to find cost-effective solutions for reducing the consumption of energy and raw materials to reduce the manufacturing cost and impact on the environment.

Market Segmentation

Insight by Type or Interlayer

The global laminated glass market is divided by type or interlayerinto polyvinyl butyral (PVB), Sentryglas Plus (SGP), ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA), and other segments. Out of these segments, the PVB will dominate the market during the forecast period due to widespread use to manufacture laminated glass due to its high adhesion, optical clarity, stability to sunlight, high tear-resistant, and impact absorbing features. This specific layer also helps to reduce sound and UV transmission and can endure burglary, gunfire, hurricanes, and explosions. Use of multiple PVB and glass interlayersalso makes a glass bulletproof and is extensively used in making windshields.

Insight by Industry Vertical

The global laminated glass market is divided by industry verticals into automotive, building & construction, electronics, and other segments. Out of them, the building and construction segment will contribute to the largest market share due to the growing demand and adoption in the residential and commercial sectors due to the growing demand for soundproofing, dustproofing, and UV protection. It is also attributed to its ability to retain shape even after breaking, making it idea for offices, showrooms, and other creative design structures. On the other hand, the automotive segment is also expected to grow at a significant rate due to the multiple advantages offered and the growing prevalence of sunroofs in vehicles and largerwindshields.

Global Laminated Glass Market Report Coverage

Industry Dynamics

Industry Trends

The rapid technological innovation, application-specific developments, and the growing demand for laminated glass from different industry sectors such as healthcare, telecom, electronics, and aerospace are notable trends of the laminated glass market worldwide. In addition, the strict regulations imposed for automobile safety as well as the growing government initiatives in infrastructure projects are some prevailing trends in the market. There is an increased focus on sustainability by the manufacturers top reduce environmental impacts by using recycled content in glass panes and developing eco-friendly interlayer materials are also noteworthy trends.

Growth Drivers

The primary growth factor of the global laminated glass market is the growing adoption to replace bricks in the construction industry. It is also attributed to the rising demand for specialized applications. In addition, there is a significant rise in the demand for such glasses in emerging economies as well as the requirement for safety in sunroofs and windshields in vehicles to protect from hard hit and external pressure. The useful insulation and thermal properties of these glasses also increases the demand for them to be used in buildings, which promotes the growth of the laminated glass market. Moreover, the anti-shockproperties of laminated glass make it suitable for high-end products such as hurricane-resistant and bullet-resistant glass. In addition, the rising investments in the infrastructural developments in the Southeast Asian countries, the growing expenditure in other regions like Europe, and the presence of established players in the industry are expected to boost the market growth of the global laminated glass market over the forecast period.

Challenges

The high cost of manufacturing laminated glasses hinders large scale production and adoption, thereby preventing rapid market expansion. Add to that, the falling automotive industry hamper the growth of the laminated glass market as does the high amount of emission in the production process of these glasses.

Opportunities

Novel growth opportunities for the laminated glass market are however created by innovations in products with improved features and appearances, introduction of smart glasses, integration with smart technologies due to rise of smart buildings and homes, development of new interlayer technologies to improve the functionality, and growing demand for aesthetics.

Geographic Overview

North America and Europe dominates the global laminated glass market being the early adopters and well-established regions. In addition, the rapid development of the building and construction industryas well as the presence of a large number of several long-established automobile firmsare driving the laminated glass market in these regions.

On the other hand, the Asia-Pacific market is also expected to grow at a high CAGR during the forecast period due to growing demand for laminated glass in developing countries like China, India, and Japan. It is also attributed to the growth of the laminated glass industry, growing awareness and concerns over noise and UV protection, growing need to prevent intrusion or forced entry, the rapidly growing urban population, rising disposable income, need for better appeal, and existence of key industry players will fuel the growth of the laminated glass market in the region.

Competitive Insights

The industry players are changing their business models to the new normal by focusing on digitalization and using emerging technologies such as robotic automation and artificial intelligence. During the forecast period, top businesses in the laminated Glass Market will continue to adopt organic and inorganic strategies like mergers and acquisitions to acquire new technologies, improve portfolios, and leverage capabilities.

The Sisecam Group is a multinational industrial group that specializes in flat glass, glassware, glass packaging, and chemicals. It has made numerous innovations and driven development in the flat glass industry.  It offers flat glass operations in 3 core business lines i.e., architectural glass (e.g. flat glass, patterned glass, laminated glass, and coated glass), energy glass, and home appliance glass. Sisecam currently operates in flat glass with 10 manufacturing facilities in six countries, delivering an ever-expanding range of products to the construction, furniture, energy, and home appliance industries.

AGC Inc. is one of the leading manufacturers of glass, chemicals, and high-tech materials. Its architectural glass has aesthetic, technical, and energy properties and is adopted in diverse applications like external glazing, interior decoration, industrial uses, etc. Furthermore, architects and interior designers worldwide will find a material that shapes their creative inspiration and tames light, ensuring comfort for building occupants and actively conserving the environment, owing to the diversity of the ranges offered by AGC Inc. Their product portfolio includes insulating glass, laminated glass, wired glass, toughened glass, sound insulation glass, decorative glass, and others. 

Some of the major players in the laminated glass market include Saint-Gobain S.A., AGC Inc., Nippon Sheet Glass Co., Ltd, Central Glass Co., Ltd., glassonweb.com (Sisecam Group), Taiwan Glass Industry Corporation, GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES, Xinyi Glass Holdings Limited, Schott AG, and fuyaogroup.com (Fuyao Glass Industry Group).

Recent Developments by Key Players

Sisecam has finalized its partnership agreement with ICRON, a Turkish technology company that provides decision optimization services at operational and strategic levels.

Ryze Hydrogen has signed a long-term deal with Guardian Glass to provide hydrogen to flat glass manufacturer. Ryze will supply hydrogen to be used in the manufacture of float glass, which is used in everything from car windscreens and windows in buildings to mirrors and furniture.

The Global Laminated Glass Market report offers a comprehensive market segmentation analysis along with the estimation for the forecast period 2025–2030.

Region Covered in the Report

•    North America

- U.S.
- Canada
- Mexico

•    Europe

- Germany
- U.K.
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Russia
- Rest of Europe

•    Asia-Pacific (APAC)

- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Rest of Asia-Pacific

•    Rest of the World (RoW)

- Brazil
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- U.A.E.
- Other Countries

1.    Research Overview

        1.1.    The Report Offers
        1.2.    Market Coverage
                1.2.1.    By Type of Interlayer
                1.2.2.    By Industry Vertical             
                1.2.3.    By Region
        1.3.    Research Phases
        1.4.    Limitations
        1.5.    Market Methodology
                1.5.1.    Data Sources
                        1.5.1.1. Primary Research
                        1.5.1.2. Secondary Research
                1.5.2.    Methodology
                        1.5.2.1. Data Exploration
                        1.5.2.2. Forecast Parameters
                        1.5.2.3. Data Validation
                        1.5.2.4. Assumptions
                1.5.3.    Study Period & Data Reporting Unit

2.    Executive Summary

3.    Industry Overview

        3.1.    Industry Dynamics
                3.1.1.    Market Growth Drivers
                3.1.2.    Market Restraints
                3.1.3.    Key Market Trends
                3.1.4.    Major Opportunities
        3.2.    Industry Ecosystem
                3.2.1.    Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
                3.2.2.    Recent Development Analysis
                3.2.3.    Value Chain Analysis
        3.3.    Competitive Insight
                3.3.1.    Competitive Position of Industry Players
                3.3.2.    Market Attractive Analysis
                3.3.3.    Market Share Analysis

4.    Global Market Estimate and Forecast

        4.1.    Global Market Overview
        4.2.    Global Market Estimate and Forecast to 2030

5.    Market Segmentation Estimate and Forecast

        5.1.    By Type of Interlayer
                5.1.1.    Polyvinyl Butyral (PVB)
                        5.1.1.1. Market Definition
                        5.1.1.2. Market Estimation and Forecast to 2030  
                5.1.2.    Sentryglas Plus (SGP)
                        5.1.2.1. Market Definition
                        5.1.2.2. Market Estimation and Forecast to 2030
                5.1.3.    Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate (EVA)
                        5.1.3.1. Market Definition
                        5.1.3.2. Market Estimation and Forecast to 2030  
                5.1.4.    Others
                        5.1.4.1. Market Definition
                        5.1.4.2. Market Estimation and Forecast to 2030       
        5.2.    By Industry Vertical
                5.2.1.    Automotive
                        5.2.1.1. Market Definition
                        5.2.1.2. Market Estimation and Forecast to 2030
                5.2.2.    Building & Construction
                        5.2.2.1. Market Definition
                        5.2.2.2. Market Estimation and Forecast to 2030
                5.2.3.    Electronics
                        5.2.3.1. Market Definition
                        5.2.3.2. Market Estimation and Forecast to 2030
                5.2.4.    Others
                        5.2.4.1. Market Definition
                        5.2.4.2. Market Estimation and Forecast to 2030            
        
6.    North America Market Estimate and Forecast

        6.1.    By Type of Interlayer
        6.2.    By Industry Vertical         
        6.3.    By Country – U.S., Canada, and Mexico
                6.3.1.    U.S. Market Estimate and Forecast
                6.3.2.    Canada Market Estimate and Forecast
                6.3.3.    Mexico Market Estimate and Forecast

7.    Europe Market Estimate and Forecast

        7.1.    By Type of Interlayer
        7.2.    By Industry Vertical        
        7.3.    By Country – Germany, U.K., France, Italy, Spain, Russia, and Rest of Europe
                7.3.1.    Germany Market Estimate and Forecast
                7.3.2.    France Market Estimate and Forecast
                7.3.3.    U.K. Market Estimate and Forecast
                7.3.4.    Italy Market Estimate and Forecast
                7.3.5.    Spain Market Estimate and Forecast
                7.3.6.    Rest of Europe Market Estimate and Forecast

8.    Asia-Pacific Market Estimate and Forecast

        8.1.    By Type of Interlayer
        8.2.    By Industry Vertical        
        8.3.    By Country – China, Japan, India, South Korea, and Rest of Asia-Pacific
                8.3.1.    China Market Estimate and Forecast
                8.3.2.    Japan Market Estimate and Forecast
                8.3.3.    India Market Estimate and Forecast
                8.3.4.    South Korea Market Estimate and Forecast
                8.3.5.    Singapore Market Estimate and Forecast
                8.3.6.    Rest of Asia-Pacific Market Estimate and Forecast

9.    Rest of the World (RoW) Market Estimate and Forecast

        9.1.    By Type of Interlayer
        9.2.    By Industry Vertical        
        9.3.    By Country – Brazil, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, U.A.E., and Other Countries
                9.3.1.    Brazil Market Estimate and Forecast
                9.3.2.    Saudi Arabia Market Estimate and Forecast
                9.3.3.    South Africa Market Estimate and Forecast
                9.3.4.    Other Countries Market Estimate and Forecast

10.    Company Profiles

        10.1.    Saint-Gobain S.A.
                10.1.1.    Snapshot
                10.1.2.    Overview
                10.1.3.    Offerings
                10.1.4.    Financial Insight
                10.1.5.    Recent Developments
        10.2.    AGC Inc.
                10.2.1.    Snapshot
                10.2.2.    Overview
                10.2.3.    Offerings
                10.2.4.    Financial Insight
                10.2.5.    Recent Developments
        10.3.    Nippon Sheet Glass Co., Ltd
                10.3.1.    Snapshot
                10.3.2.    Overview
                10.3.3.    Offerings
                10.3.4.    Financial Insight
                10.3.5.    Recent Developments
        10.4.    Central Glass Co., Ltd.
                10.4.1.    Snapshot
                10.4.2.    Overview
                10.4.3.    Offerings
                10.4.4.    Financial Insight
                10.4.5.    Recent Developments
        10.5.    glassonweb.com (Sisecam Group)
                10.5.1.    Snapshot
                10.5.2.    Overview
                10.5.3.    Offerings
                10.5.4.    Financial Insight
                10.5.5.    Recent Developments
        10.6.    Taiwan Glass Industry Corporation
                10.6.1.    Snapshot
                10.6.2.    Overview
                10.6.3.    Offerings
                10.6.4.    Financial Insight
                10.6.5.    Recent Developments
        10.7.    GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES
                10.7.1.    Snapshot
                10.7.2.    Overview
                10.7.3.    Offerings
                10.7.4.    Financial Insight
                10.7.5.    Recent Developments
        10.8.    Xinyi Glass Holdings Limited
                10.8.1.    Snapshot
                10.8.2.    Overview
                10.8.3.    Offerings
                10.8.4.    Financial Insight
                10.8.5.    Recent Developments
        10.9.    Schott AG
                10.9.1.    Snapshot
                10.9.2.    Overview
                10.9.3.    Offerings
                10.9.4.    Financial Insight
                10.9.5.    Recent Developments
        10.10.   fuyaogroup.com (Fuyao Glass Industry Group).
                10.10.1.    Snapshot
                10.10.2.    Overview
                10.10.3.    Offerings
                10.10.4.    Financial Insight
                10.10.5.    Recent Developments        

11.    Appendix

        11.1.    Exchange Rates
        11.2.    Abbreviations

Note: Financial insight and recent developments of different companies are subject to the availability of information in the secondary domain.

List of Tables

Table 1 Sources
Table 2 Study Periods
Table 3 Data Reporting Unit
Table 4 Global Laminated Glass Market, By Type of Interlayer, 2018-2023 (USD Billion)
Table 5 Global Laminated Glass Market, By Type of Interlayer, 2025-2030 (USD Billion)
Table 6 Global Laminated Glass Market, By Industry Vertical, 2018-2023 (USD Billion)
Table 7 Global Laminated Glass Market, By Industry Vertical, 2025-2030 (USD Billion)
Table 8 Global Laminated Glass Market, By Region, 2018-2023 (USD Billion)
Table 9 Global Laminated Glass Market, By Region, 2025-2030 (USD Billion)
Table 10 North America Laminated Glass Market, By Type of Interlayer, 2018-2023 (USD Billion)
Table 11 North America Laminated Glass Market, By Type of Interlayer, 2025-2030 (USD Billion)
Table 12 North America Laminated Glass Market, By Industry Vertical, 2018-2023 (USD Billion)
Table 13 North America Laminated Glass Market, By Industry Vertical, 2025-2030 (USD Billion)
Table 14 North America Laminated Glass Market, By Region, 2018-2023 (USD Billion)
Table 15 North America Laminated Glass Market, By Region, 2025-2030 (USD Billion)
Table 16 Europe Laminated Glass Market, By Type of Interlayer, 2018-2023 (USD Billion)
Table 17 Europe Laminated Glass Market, By Type of Interlayer, 2025-2030 (USD Billion)
Table 18 Europe Laminated Glass Market, By Industry Vertical, 2018-2023 (USD Billion)
Table 19 Europe Laminated Glass Market, By Industry Vertical, 2025-2030 (USD Billion)
Table 20 Europe Laminated Glass Market, By Region, 2018-2023 (USD Billion)
Table 21 Europe Laminated Glass Market, By Region, 2025-2030 (USD Billion)
Table 22 Asia-Pacific Laminated Glass Market, By Type of Interlayer, 2018-2023 (USD Billion)
Table 23 Asia-Pacific Laminated Glass Market, By Type of Interlayer, 2025-2030 (USD Billion)
Table 24 Asia-Pacific Laminated Glass Market, By Industry Vertical, 2018-2023 (USD Billion)
Table 25 Asia-Pacific Laminated Glass Market, By Industry Vertical, 2025-2030 (USD Billion)
Table 26 Asia-Pacific Laminated Glass Market, By Region, 2018-2023 (USD Billion)
Table 27 Asia-Pacific Laminated Glass Market, By Region, 2025-2030 (USD Billion)
Table 28 RoW Laminated Glass Market, By Type of Interlayer, 2018-2023 (USD Billion)
Table 29 RoW Laminated Glass Market, By Type of Interlayer, 2025-2030 (USD Billion)
Table 30 RoW Laminated Glass Market, By Industry Vertical, 2018-2023 (USD Billion)
Table 31 RoW Laminated Glass Market, By Industry Vertical, 2025-2030 (USD Billion)
Table 32 RoW Laminated Glass Market, By Region, 2018-2023 (USD Billion)
Table 33 RoW Laminated Glass Market, By Region, 2025-2030 (USD Billion)
Table 34 Snapshot – Saint-Gobain S.A.
Table 35 Snapshot – AGC Inc.
Table 36 Snapshot – Nippon Sheet Glass Co., Ltd
Table 37 Snapshot – Central Glass Co., Ltd.
Table 88 Snapshot – glassonweb.com (Sisecam Group)
Table 39 Snapshot – Taiwan Glass Industry Corporation
Table 40 Snapshot – GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES
Table 41 Snapshot – Xinyi Glass Holdings Limited
Table 42 Snapshot – Schott AG
Table 43 Snapshot – fuyaogroup.com (Fuyao Glass Industry Group).

List of Figures

Figure 1 Market Coverage
Figure 2 Research Phases
Figure 3 Secondary Sources for Different Parameters
Figure 4 Methodology
Figure 5 Data Mining & Exploration
Figure 6 Data Triangulation
Figure 7 Assumptions for Market Estimation and Forecast
Figure 8 Market Synopsis
Figure 9 Global Laminated Glass Market- Growth Drivers and Restraints
Figure 10 Competitive Benchmark
Figure 11 Global Laminated Glass Market Highlight
Figure 12 Global Laminated Glass Market, By Type of Interlayer, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Figure 13 Global Laminated Glass Market, By Industry Vertical, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Figure 14 Global Laminated Glass Market, By Region, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Figure 15 North America Laminated Glass Market Highlight
Figure 16 North America Laminated Glass Market, By Type of Interlayer, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Figure 17 North America Laminated Glass Market, By Industry Vertical, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Figure 18 North America Laminated Glass Market, By Region, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Figure 19 Europe Laminated Glass Market Highlight
Figure 20 Europe Laminated Glass Market, By Type of Interlayer, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Figure 21 Europe Laminated Glass Market, By Industry Vertical, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Figure 22 Europe Laminated Glass Market, By Region, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Figure 23 Asia-Pacific Laminated Glass Market Highlight
Figure 24 Asia-Pacific Laminated Glass Market, By Type of Interlayer, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Figure 25 Asia-Pacific Laminated Glass Market, By Industry Vertical, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Figure 26 Asia-Pacific Laminated Glass Market, By Region, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Figure 27 RoW Laminated Glass Market Highlight
Figure 28 RoW Laminated Glass Market, By Type of Interlayer, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Figure 29 RoW Laminated Glass Market, By Industry Vertical, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)
Figure 30 RoW Laminated Glass Market, By Region, 2018 - 2030 (USD Billion)