航空機の除氷市場：流体タイプ、用途、装置、地域別レポート、2024～2032年

世界の航空機の除氷市場規模は2023年に13億米ドルに達しました。今後、IMARC Groupは、2024～2032年にかけて4.5%の成長率（CAGR）を示し、2032年までに20億米ドルに達すると予測しています。航空業界における安全で効率的な冬季運航のニーズの高まり、除氷技術の革新、厳格な安全規制の実施、寒冷地における空港建設の増加が、市場成長を促す要因の一部です。

航空機の除氷市場分析

主要市場促進要因：厳しい気象条件下での航空機の安全性に関する厳格な規制枠組みの導入の増加、空港インフラへの投資の増加により、市場は緩やかな成長を遂げています。

主要市場動向：環境への影響を低減するため、環境に優しい除氷液や技術の使用が増加しています。また、自動除氷システムやIoT（モノのインターネット）を活用した監視・運用の改善といった技術も一般的になりつつあります。

地理的動向：北米は、広大な航空網と厳しい冬の気候のため、市場を独占しています。

競合情勢：業界の主要な市場参入企業には、B/E Aerospace Inc.（Rockwell Collins Inc.）、BASF SE、Clariant AG、General Atomic Technologies、Global Ground Support LLC（Air T Inc.）、JBT Corporation（FMC Technologies）、Kilfrost Ltd.、The Dow Chemical Company、Tronair Inc.、UTC Aerospace Systems（Collins Aerospace）、Vestergaard Company A/Sなどがあります。

課題と機会：高度な除氷技術に関連する高コストと、規制基準を満たすための継続的な技術革新の必要性が、航空機の除氷市場の収益に影響を及ぼしています。しかし、より優れた環境に優しい除氷方法の開発や、航空機の利用が多い新市場へのサービス提供の機会が市場の成長を後押ししています。

航空機の除氷市場動向

除氷方法の技術進歩

化学薬品を使用せず、高周波電流を利用して氷を溶かす除氷システムの開発は、注目すべき技術進歩です。このシステムにより、従来の化学除氷剤は不要となり、環境への悪影響や物流面での課題が解消されます。2023年12月5日、ボストンを拠点とするDe-Ice（TM）社は、エアバスA320型機に化学薬品を使用しない除氷ソリューションを導入する最初の航空会社となるエア・カナダを発表しました。この技術は、除氷に高周波電流を利用します。これらの改善により、除氷剤による環境への影響を軽減し、氷の堆積による遅延を最小限に抑えることで効率を向上させています。さらに、これらの最近の動向は、航空会社が厳しい環境規制を遵守し、サステイナブル航空旅行を求める顧客の高まる需要に応えることを支援するものです。革新的で環境に配慮した除氷方法へのシフトは、冬季の空港業務を再構築し、持続可能性と効率を向上させています。

サステイナブル除氷方法の改善

サステイナブル除氷方法の進歩は、効果を維持しながら環境への責任を重視することで、航空機の除氷業界に革命をもたらしています。これらの進歩は、効率的に分解され、環境への影響を低減し、近隣の生態系へのダメージを軽減する、環境に優しい除氷液の開発から成っています。さらに、より少ない液量で最高の効果を発揮する、より効果的な除氷機の開発にも力を注いでいます。加熱舗装や赤外線除氷システムなどの新技術は、従来の化学技術に比べて環境に優しく、エネルギー効率に優れた選択肢を提供するため、普及が進んでいます。このようなサステイナブル方法は、厳しい環境規制の遵守を支援するだけでなく、世界の持続可能性の目標をサポートし、最終的には、より環境に優しく効果的な航空セクターを促進します。2023年9月、ヴィリニュス空港は、バルト三国で初の除氷廃水処理プラントの稼働を開始しました。これは、航空機の除氷廃水の治療と再利用によって持続可能性を高めることを目的とした、欧州連合（EU）の一部資金提供による290万ユーロのプロジェクトです。

異常気象の頻度増加

気候変動による異常気象の頻度の増加が、航空機の除氷需要を押し上げています。定期的で激しい冬の嵐、大雪、凍結した天候は、フライトの安全を保証し、中断を減らすために、強力な除氷プロトコルを必要とします。航空会社や空港は、こうした課題に効果的に取り組むため、高度な除氷技術や設備に投資することで対応しています。この動向は、運航の継続性を確保することが不可欠な、予測不可能な冬の天候が続く地域では特に重要です。例えば、カナダでは自然災害や異常気象の結果、30億米ドル以上の保険損害が発生しました。Catastrophe Indices and Quantification Inc.（CatIQ）によると、異常気象による保険コストは2023年に全国規模で31億米ドルを超えました。

航空機の除氷市場セグメンテーション

IMARC Groupは、各セグメントにおける主要な航空機の除氷市場動向の分析と、2024～2032年までの世界、地域、国別レベルでの予測を提供しています。当レポートでは、流体タイプ、用途、装置に基づいて市場を分類しています。

流体タイプ別内訳

i型が市場シェアの大半を占める

本レポートでは、流体タイプ別の市場の詳細な区分と分析を行っています。これにはタイプI、タイプII、タイプIII、タイプIVが含まれます。報告書によると、i型が最大のセグメントです。

タイプIは市場で最も顕著なセグメントであり、その主要理由は、離陸前に航空機の表面から氷や霜を除去するために広く使用されているためです。グリコール含量が高く粘度が低いこの流体は、迅速かつ効果的な除氷能力で人気があり、天候が変化する中での使用に最適です。i液が広く使用されているのは、その手頃な価格、簡便さ、迅速な結果によるもので、フライトスケジュールと安全性を維持するために不可欠なものです。さまざまなタイプの航空機に対応し、さまざまな温度で優れた性能を発揮するその能力は、市場をリードする製品となっています。

用途別内訳

商用が業界最大シェアを占める

用途別の市場の詳細区分と分析も報告書に記載されています。これには軍事用と商業用が含まれます。レポートによると、商用が最大の市場シェアを占めています。

民間航空会社の幅広いネットワークと、世界の旅客便と貨物便の数の多さが市場を独占しています。冬季の天候が厳しい地域で除氷の必要性が高まっているのは、航空需要の高まりにより、安全性と効率を保証するために極めて重要です。民間航空会社は、厳格な規制要件に従いつつ、遅延を減らし旅客の旅を向上させるため、先進的な除氷技術とシステムに注目すべき投資を行っています。さらに、空港施設の強化に向けた関心の高まりと、航空便数の増加が、民間部門の市場支配に大きな役割を果たしています。

機器別内訳

市場セグメンテーションでは除氷トラックが主要セグメントを占める

本レポートでは、装置別に市場を詳細に区分・分析しています。これには、除氷トラック、スイーパー、その他が含まれます。同レポートによると、除氷トラックが最大のセグメントを占めています。

除氷トラックは、冬の天候における航空機の安全性と効率を維持する上で重要な役割を果たすため、航空機の除氷市場の展望では最大市場を占めています。これらの特別に設計された車両は、高度な散布システムと加熱された液体タンクを備えており、航空機の表面に素早く除氷液や凍結防止液を散布します。移動が容易で適応性に優れているため、空港内のさまざまなエリアでさまざまな航空機に迅速に対応することができ、ターンアラウンド時間の短縮やフライトスケジュールの確保につながります。除氷トラックの利用が増加している背景には、大規模な国際空港や小規模な地方ハブ空港において、効果的で信頼性の高い除氷オプションが求められていることがあり、現在の空港活動における除氷トラックの重要性が浮き彫りになっています。例えば、NextGen De-icingは2023年6月21日にEquivu Capital Holdingsによって導入されました。NextGen De-icingの目標は、より少ない除氷液と、先進技術を搭載した除氷トラックなどの高度な機器を活用することで、航空会社の冬季運航費用とフライト中断を削減することでした。

地域別内訳

北米が市場をリードし、最大の航空機の除氷市場シェアを占める

本レポートでは、北米（米国、カナダ）、アジア太平洋（中国、日本、インド、韓国、オーストラリア、インドネシア、その他）、欧州（ドイツ、フランス、英国、イタリア、スペイン、ロシア、その他）、ラテンアメリカ（ブラジル、メキシコ、その他）、中東アフリカを含む主要地域市場についても包括的に分析しています。

北米が市場を独占している主要理由は、その広大な航空ネットワークと厳しい冬の条件に定期的にさらされているためです。大規模な国際空港が存在し、航空交通量が多いため、堅牢な除氷インフラとオペレーションが必要とされます。さらに、厳格な航空安全規則と革新的技術への多額の資金援助が、航空機の除氷市場の成長に寄与しています。北米市場は、業界主要企業の強い存在感と、冬季の航空機運航の有効性と安全性を保証する除氷ソリューションの継続的な進歩によって優位に立っています。例えば、エア・カナダは2023年、グリコール・スプレーの代わりに加熱テープ・ストリップを航空機の除氷に利用するという新しいアイデアの実験を行った。この技術は規制当局の試験を通過し、安全性と耐久性を実証しました。

競合情勢

この市場調査レポートは、市場の競合情勢についても包括的な分析を行っています。すべての主要企業の詳細プロファイルも提供しています。業界の主要な市場参入企業には、B/E Aerospace Inc.（Rockwell Collins Inc.）、BASF SE、Clariant AG、General Atomic Technologies、Global Ground Support LLC（Air T Inc.）、JBT Corporation（FMC Technologies）、Kilfrost Ltd.、The Dow Chemical Company、Tronair Inc.、UTC Aerospace Systems（Collins Aerospace）、Vestergaard Company A/Sなどがあります。

（なお、これは主要参入企業の一部であり、完全なリストは報告書に記載されている）

航空機の除氷企業は、市場での地位と技術力を強化するための戦略的取り組みを優先しています。各社は研究開発（R&D）に資源を投入し、環境問題や規制への対応に重点を置きながら、環境にやさしく効率的な除氷ソリューションを生み出しています。2023年11月15日、シラキュース・ハンコック国際空港は、除氷液を再利用する米国初のグリコール・リサイクル・プラントを稼動させました。企業はまた、競争上の優位性を高めるために、合併、買収、提携を行うことで製品の幅を広げています。さらに、自動化やIoTのような最先端技術を活用し、除氷手順の効率と効果を高めています。これらの参入企業は、世界中の空港や航空会社と緊密に連携し、オーダーメイドの除氷サービスや機器を提供することで、冬季の天候における運航の信頼性と安全性を保証しています。

航空機の除氷市場ニュース

2023年2月、General Atomic Technologies-ASIは、MQ-9Bスカイガーディアンが寒冷地でも運用可能であることを事実上確認し、厳しい気温や除氷技術における機能性を示しました。この検証は、北欧諸国による航空機の使用を支持し、世界の運用能力を高めるものです。

本レポートで扱う主要質問

• 世界の航空機の除氷市場の予想成長率は？
• 世界の航空機の除氷市場に対するCOVID-19の影響は？
• 世界の航空機の除氷市場を牽引する主要要因は何か
• 世界の航空機の除氷市場の流体タイプ別内訳は？
• 世界の航空機の除氷市場の用途別内訳は？
• 世界の航空機の除氷市場における主要地域は？
• 世界の航空機の除氷市場における主要参入企業は？

目次

第1章 序文

第2章 調査範囲と調査手法

• 調査の目的
• ステークホルダー
• データソース
  • 一次情報
  • 二次情報
• 市場推定
  • ボトムアップアプローチ
  • トップダウンアプローチ
• 調査手法

第3章 エグゼクティブサマリー

第4章 イントロダクション

• 概要
• 主要業界動向

第5章 世界の航空機の除氷市場

• 市場概要
• 市場実績
• COVID-19の影響
• 市場予測

第6章 市場内訳：流体タイプ別

• タイプI
• タイプII
• タイプIII
• タイプIV

第7章 市場内訳：用途別

• 軍事用
• 商業用

第8章 市場内訳：装置別

• 除氷トラック
• スイーパー
• その他

第9章 市場内訳：地域別

• 北米
  • 米国
  • カナダ
• アジア太平洋
  • 中国
  • 日本
  • インド
  • 韓国
  • オーストラリア
  • インドネシア
  • その他
• 欧州
  • ドイツ
  • フランス
  • 英国
  • イタリア
  • スペイン
  • ロシア
  • その他
• ラテンアメリカ
  • ブラジル
  • メキシコ
  • その他
• 中東・アフリカ
  • 市場動向
  • 市場内訳：国別
  • 市場予測

第10章 SWOT分析

• 概要
• 強み
• 弱み
• 機会
• 脅威

第11章 バリューチェーン分析

第12章 ポーターのファイブフォース分析

• 概要
• 買い手の交渉力
• 供給企業の交渉力
• 競合の程度
• 新規参入業者の脅威
• 代替品の脅威

第13章 価格分析

第14章 競合情勢

• 市場構造
• 主要企業
• 主要企業のプロファイル
  • B/E Aerospace Inc.（Rockwell Collins Inc.）
  • BASF SE
  • Clariant AG
  • General Atomic Technologies
  • Global Ground Support LLC（Air T Inc.）
  • JBT Corporation（FMC Technologies）
  • Kilfrost Ltd.
  • The Dow Chemical Company
  • Tronair Inc.
  • UTC Aerospace Systems（Collins Aerospace）
  • Vestergaard Company A/S

List of Figures

• Figure 1: Global: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Major Drivers and Challenges
• Figure 2: Global: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Billion US$), 2018-2023
• Figure 3: Global: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Breakup by Fluid Type (in %), 2023
• Figure 4: Global: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Breakup by Application (in %), 2023
• Figure 5: Global: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Breakup by Equipment (in %), 2023
• Figure 6: Global: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Breakup by Region (in %), 2023
• Figure 7: Global: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Billion US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 8: Global: Aircraft De-Icing (Type I) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 9: Global: Aircraft De-Icing (Type I) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 10: Global: Aircraft De-Icing (Type II) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 11: Global: Aircraft De-Icing (Type II) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 12: Global: Aircraft De-Icing (Type III) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 13: Global: Aircraft De-Icing (Type III) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 14: Global: Aircraft De-Icing (Type IV) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 15: Global: Aircraft De-Icing (Type IV) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 16: Global: Aircraft De-Icing (Military) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 17: Global: Aircraft De-Icing (Military) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 18: Global: Aircraft De-Icing (Commercial) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 19: Global: Aircraft De-Icing (Commercial) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 20: Global: Aircraft De-Icing (De-Icing Trucks) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 21: Global: Aircraft De-Icing (De-Icing Trucks) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 22: Global: Aircraft De-Icing (Sweepers) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 23: Global: Aircraft De-Icing (Sweepers) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 24: Global: Aircraft De-Icing (Other Equipments) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 25: Global: Aircraft De-Icing (Other Equipments) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 26: North America: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 27: North America: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 28: United States: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 29: United States: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 30: Canada: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 31: Canada: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 32: Asia Pacific: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 33: Asia Pacific: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 34: China: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 35: China: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 36: Japan: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 37: Japan: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 38: India: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 39: India: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 40: South Korea: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 41: South Korea: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 42: Australia: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 43: Australia: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 44: Indonesia: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 45: Indonesia: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 46: Others: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 47: Others: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 48: Europe: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 49: Europe: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 50: Germany: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 51: Germany: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 52: France: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 53: France: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 54: United Kingdom: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 55: United Kingdom: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 56: Italy: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 57: Italy: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 58: Spain: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 59: Spain: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 60: Russia: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 61: Russia: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 62: Others: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 63: Others: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 64: Latin America: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 65: Latin America: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 66: Brazil: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 67: Brazil: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 68: Mexico: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 69: Mexico: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 70: Others: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 71: Others: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 72: Middle East and Africa: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
• Figure 73: Middle East and Africa: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Figure 74: Global: Aircraft De-Icing Industry: SWOT Analysis
• Figure 75: Global: Aircraft De-Icing Industry: Value Chain Analysis
• Figure 76: Global: Aircraft De-Icing Industry: Porter's Five Forces Analysis

List of Tables

• Table 1: Global: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2023 and 2032
• Table 2: Global: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Breakup by Fluid Type (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Table 3: Global: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Breakup by Application (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Table 4: Global: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Breakup by Equipment (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Table 5: Global: Aircraft De-Icing Market Forecast: Breakup by Region (in Million US$), 2024-2032
• Table 6: Global: Aircraft De-Icing Market Structure
• Table 7: Global: Aircraft De-Icing Market: Key Players

The global aircraft de-icing market size reached US$ 1.3 Billion in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 2.0 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.5% during 2024-2032. The growing need for safe and efficient winter operations in aviation, innovations in de-icing technology, implementation of stringent safety regulations, and rising construction of airports in colder are some of the factors impelling the market growth.

Aircraft De-Icing Market Analysis:

Major Market Drivers: The market is experiencing moderate growth owing to the increasing implementation of stringent regulatory frameworks for airplane safety during severe weather conditions and rising investments in airport infrastructure.

Key Market Trends: There is an increase in the use of environment-friendly de-icing fluids and technologies in order to reduce the impact on the environment. Additionally, technologies like automated de-icing systems and the use of the internet of things (IoT) for improved monitoring and operations are becoming more common.

Geographical Trends: North America dominates the market because of its vast airline network and harsh winter weather.

Competitive Landscape: Some of the major market players in the industry include B/E Aerospace Inc. (Rockwell Collins Inc.), BASF SE, Clariant AG, General Atomic Technologies, Global Ground Support LLC (Air T Inc.), JBT Corporation (FMC Technologies), Kilfrost Ltd., The Dow Chemical Company, Tronair Inc., UTC Aerospace Systems (Collins Aerospace) and Vestergaard Company A/S, among many others.

Challenges and Opportunities: The high costs associated with advanced de-icing technologies and the need for continuous innovation to meet regulatory standards are influencing the aircraft de-icing market revenue. However, opportunities in creating better and more eco-friendly de-icing methods, and in providing more services to new markets that are experiencing high air travel are bolstering the market growth.

Aircraft De-Icing Market Trends:

Technological Advancements in De-icing Methods

The development of de-icing systems that avoid chemicals and instead utilize high-frequency electric currents to melt ice represents a notable technological advancement. These systems eliminate the need for traditional chemical de-icers, which can harm the environment and pose logistical challenges. On December 5 2023, Boston-based company De-Ice(TM) disclosed that Air Canada would be the inaugural airline to implement its chemical-free de-icing solutions on Airbus A320 planes, leading to a notable decrease in winter departure delays and carbon emissions. This technology utilizes high-frequency electric current for de-icing. These improvements lessen the impact on the environment of de-icing chemicals and improve efficiency by minimizing delays from ice accumulation. Moreover, these aircraft de-icing market recent developments assist airlines in adhering to stringent environmental regulations and meeting the growing demand from customers for sustainable air travel practices. The shift to innovative, eco-conscious de-icing methods is reshaping winter airport operations, improving sustainability and efficiency.

Improvements in Sustainable De-icing Practices

Progress in sustainable de-icing methods is revolutionizing the aircraft de-icing industry by emphasizing environmental responsibility while maintaining effectiveness. These advancements consist of creating environment-friendly de-icing fluids that decompose efficiently, decreasing environmental impact and lessening damage to nearby ecosystems. Moreover, businesses are putting resources into developing more effective de-icing machinery that requires less liquid but still delivers top-notch results. New technologies like heated pavements and infrared de-icing systems are becoming popular as they provide greener and more energy-efficient options compared to conventional chemical techniques. These sustainable methods not only assist in complying with strict environmental regulations but also support worldwide sustainability objectives, ultimately promoting a more eco-friendly and effective aviation sector. In September 2023, Vilnius Airport started operating the first de-icing wastewater treatment plant in the Baltic States, which is a €2.9m project partially funded by the European Union (EU) to enhance sustainability by treating and reusing wastewater from aircraft de-icing.

Rising Frequency of Extreme Weather Events

The increasing frequency of extreme weather events caused by climate change is driving the aircraft de-icing demand. Regular and intense winter storms, significant snowfall, and icy weather require strong de-icing protocols to guarantee the safety of flights and reduce interruptions. Airlines and airports are responding by investing in advanced de-icing technologies and equipment to effectively tackle these challenges. This trend is particularly important in areas with unpredictable winter weather, where it is vital to ensure operational continuity. For instance, Canada experienced more than $3 billion in insured losses as a result of natural disasters and extreme weather events. According to the Catastrophe Indices and Quantification Inc. (CatIQ), insured costs for extreme weather events exceeded $3.1 billion in 2023 on a national scale.

Aircraft De-Icing Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key aircraft de-icing market trends in each segment, along with forecasts at the global, regional, and country levels for 2024-2032. Our report has categorized the market based on fluid type, application, and equipment.

Breakup by Fluid Type:

Type I

Type II

Type III

Type IV

Type I accounts for the majority of the market share

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the fluid type. This includes type I, type II, type III, and type IV. According to the report, type I represented the largest segment.

Type I is the most prominent segment in market, largely because it is widely used to remove ice and frost from aircraft surfaces before takeoff. This fluid, which is high in glycol content and low in viscosity, is popular for its fast and effective de-icing abilities, making it perfect for use in changing weather conditions. The widespread use of type I fluid is motivated by its affordability, simplicity, and quick results, which are essential for upholding flight schedules and safety. Its ability to work with many different types of aircraft and perform well in various temperatures helps to make it a leading product in the market.

Breakup by Application:

Military

Commercial

Commercial holds the largest share of the industry

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application have also been provided in the report. This includes military and commercial. According to the report, commercial accounted for the largest market share.

Commercial dominates the market, driven by the wide network of commercial airlines and the large number of passenger and cargo flights worldwide. The increasing need for de-icing in regions with severe winter weather is crucial to guarantee safety and efficiency due to the rising demand for air travel. Commercial airline companies make notable investments in advanced de-icing technologies and systems to reduce delays and improve the passenger journey, all while following strict regulatory requirements. Moreover, the growing focus on enhancing airport facilities and the rising volume of flights play a major role in the market dominance of the commercial sector.

Breakup by Equipment:

De-Icing Trucks

Sweepers

Others

De-icing trucks represent the leading market segment

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the equipment. This includes de-icing trucks, sweepers, and others. According to the report, de-icing trucks represented the largest segment.

De-icing trucks represent the largest market as per the aircraft de-icing market outlook because they play a crucial part in maintaining the safety and efficiency of planes in winter weather. These specially designed vehicles have advanced spraying systems and heated fluid tanks to apply de-icing quickly and anti-icing fluids on the surfaces of aircraft. Their ability to move easily and be adaptable allows them to quickly service various airplanes in different areas of an airport, leading to shorter turnaround times and ensuring flight schedules are kept. The growing use of de-icing trucks is driven by the need for effective and dependable de-icing options in large international airports and smaller regional hubs, highlighting their importance in present-day airport activities. For example, NextGen De-icing was introduced by Equivu Capital Holdings on June 21, 2023. NextGen De-icing's goal was to reduce winter operation expenses and flight interruptions for airlines by utilizing less de-icing fluid and sophisticated equipment like de-icing trucks with advanced technology.

Breakup by Region:

North America

United States

Canada

Asia Pacific

China

Japan

India

South Korea

Australia

Indonesia

Others

Europe

Germany

France

United Kingdom

Italy

Spain

Russia

Others

Latin America

Brazil

Mexico

Others

Middle East and Africa

North America leads the market, accounting for the largest aircraft de-icing market share

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada); Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and the Middle East and Africa. according to the report, North America represents the largest regional market for aircraft de-icing.

North America dominates the market, mainly because of its vast airline network and regular exposure to harsh winter conditions. Robust de-icing infrastructure and operations are required due to the existence of large international airports and high air traffic volumes. Moreover, strict aviation safety rules and substantial funding for innovative technologies contribute to the aircraft de-icing market growth. The North American market is advantaged by the strong presence of top industry players and ongoing advancements in de-icing solutions, guaranteeing the effectiveness and safety of aircraft operations during the winter months. For instance, in 2023, Air Canada experimented with a new idea by utilizing heated tape strips for de-icing planes instead of glycol sprays, which was tested by a Boston startup named De-Ice. The technology went through regulatory testing, demonstrating its safety and durability.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the market. Detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided. Some of the major market players in the industry include B/E Aerospace Inc. (Rockwell Collins Inc.), BASF SE, Clariant AG, General Atomic Technologies, Global Ground Support LLC (Air T Inc.), JBT Corporation (FMC Technologies), Kilfrost Ltd., The Dow Chemical Company, Tronair Inc., UTC Aerospace Systems (Collins Aerospace) and Vestergaard Company A/S.

(Please note that this is only a partial list of the key players, and the complete list is provided in the report.)

Aircraft de-icing companies are prioritizing strategic efforts to strengthen their market position and technological skills. They are putting resources into research and development (R&D) to create eco-friendly and efficient solutions for de-icing, focusing on environmental issues and meeting regulations. On November 15, 2023, Syracuse Hancock International Airport inaugurated the United States' initial glycol recycling plant to repurpose de-icing liquid, decreasing wastewater and guaranteeing a more stable glycol source for airlines. Businesses are also broadening their range of products by merging, acquiring, and forming partnerships to enhance their competitive advantage. Furthermore, they are utilizing cutting-edge technologies like automation and IoT to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of de-icing procedures. These players are working closely with airports and airlines worldwide to provide tailored de-icing services and equipment, guaranteeing operational reliability and safety in winter weather.

Aircraft De-Icing Market News:

February 2023: General Atomic Technologies-ASI effectively confirmed that the MQ-9B SkyGuardian can operate in cold weather, showcasing its functionality in harsh temperatures and de-icing techniques. This validation endorses the usage of the aircraft by Nordic nations and enhances its operational capabilities worldwide.

Key Questions Answered in This Report

• 1. What is the expected growth rate of the global aircraft de-icing market?
• 2. What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the global aircraft de-icing market?
• 3. What are the key factors driving the global aircraft de-icing market?
• 4. What is the breakup of the global aircraft de-icing market based on the fluid type?
• 5. What is the breakup of the global aircraft de-icing market based on the application?
• 6. What are the key regions in the global aircraft de-icing market?
• 7. Who are the key players/companies in the global aircraft de-icing market?

Table of Contents

1 Preface

2 Scope and Methodology

• 2.1 Objectives of the Study
• 2.2 Stakeholders
• 2.3 Data Sources
  • 2.3.1 Primary Sources
  • 2.3.2 Secondary Sources
• 2.4 Market Estimation
  • 2.4.1 Bottom-Up Approach
  • 2.4.2 Top-Down Approach
• 2.5 Forecasting Methodology

3 Executive Summary

4 Introduction

• 4.1 Overview
• 4.2 Key Industry Trends

5 Global Aircraft De-Icing Market

• 5.1 Market Overview
• 5.2 Market Performance
• 5.3 Impact of COVID-19
• 5.4 Market Forecast

6 Market Breakup by Fluid Type

• 6.1 Type I
  • 6.1.1 Market Trends
  • 6.1.2 Market Forecast
• 6.2 Type II
  • 6.2.1 Market Trends
  • 6.2.2 Market Forecast
• 6.3 Type III
  • 6.3.1 Market Trends
  • 6.3.2 Market Forecast
• 6.4 Type IV
  • 6.4.1 Market Trends
  • 6.4.2 Market Forecast

7 Market Breakup by Application

• 7.1 Military
  • 7.1.1 Market Trends
  • 7.1.2 Market Forecast
• 7.2 Commercial
  • 7.2.1 Market Trends
  • 7.2.2 Market Forecast

8 Market Breakup by Equipment

• 8.1 De-Icing Trucks
  • 8.1.1 Market Trends
  • 8.1.2 Market Forecast
• 8.2 Sweepers
  • 8.2.1 Market Trends
  • 8.2.2 Market Forecast
• 8.3 Others
  • 8.3.1 Market Trends
  • 8.3.2 Market Forecast

9 Market Breakup by Region

• 9.1 North America
  • 9.1.1 United States
    • 9.1.1.1 Market Trends
    • 9.1.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.1.2 Canada
    • 9.1.2.1 Market Trends
    • 9.1.2.2 Market Forecast
• 9.2 Asia Pacific
  • 9.2.1 China
    • 9.2.1.1 Market Trends
    • 9.2.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.2.2 Japan
    • 9.2.2.1 Market Trends
    • 9.2.2.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.2.3 India
    • 9.2.3.1 Market Trends
    • 9.2.3.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.2.4 South Korea
    • 9.2.4.1 Market Trends
    • 9.2.4.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.2.5 Australia
    • 9.2.5.1 Market Trends
    • 9.2.5.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.2.6 Indonesia
    • 9.2.6.1 Market Trends
    • 9.2.6.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.2.7 Others
    • 9.2.7.1 Market Trends
    • 9.2.7.2 Market Forecast
• 9.3 Europe
  • 9.3.1 Germany
    • 9.3.1.1 Market Trends
    • 9.3.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.3.2 France
    • 9.3.2.1 Market Trends
    • 9.3.2.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.3.3 United Kingdom
    • 9.3.3.1 Market Trends
    • 9.3.3.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.3.4 Italy
    • 9.3.4.1 Market Trends
    • 9.3.4.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.3.5 Spain
    • 9.3.5.1 Market Trends
    • 9.3.5.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.3.6 Russia
    • 9.3.6.1 Market Trends
    • 9.3.6.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.3.7 Others
    • 9.3.7.1 Market Trends
    • 9.3.7.2 Market Forecast
• 9.4 Latin America
  • 9.4.1 Brazil
    • 9.4.1.1 Market Trends
    • 9.4.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.4.2 Mexico
    • 9.4.2.1 Market Trends
    • 9.4.2.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.4.3 Others
    • 9.4.3.1 Market Trends
    • 9.4.3.2 Market Forecast
• 9.5 Middle East and Africa
  • 9.5.1 Market Trends
  • 9.5.2 Market Breakup by Country
  • 9.5.3 Market Forecast

10 SWOT Analysis

• 10.1 Overview
• 10.2 Strengths
• 10.3 Weaknesses
• 10.4 Opportunities
• 10.5 Threats

11 Value Chain Analysis

12 Porters Five Forces Analysis

• 12.1 Overview
• 12.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
• 12.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
• 12.4 Degree of Competition
• 12.5 Threat of New Entrants
• 12.6 Threat of Substitutes

13 Price Analysis

14 Competitive Landscape

• 14.1 Market Structure
• 14.2 Key Players
• 14.3 Profiles of Key Players
  • 14.3.1 B/E Aerospace Inc. (Rockwell Collins Inc.)
    • 14.3.1.1 Company Overview
    • 14.3.1.2 Product Portfolio
  • 14.3.2 BASF SE
    • 14.3.2.1 Company Overview
    • 14.3.2.2 Product Portfolio
    • 14.3.2.3 Financials
    • 14.3.2.4 SWOT Analysis
  • 14.3.3 Clariant AG
    • 14.3.3.1 Company Overview
    • 14.3.3.2 Product Portfolio
    • 14.3.3.3 Financials
  • 14.3.4 General Atomic Technologies
    • 14.3.4.1 Company Overview
    • 14.3.4.2 Product Portfolio
  • 14.3.5 Global Ground Support LLC (Air T Inc.)
    • 14.3.5.1 Company Overview
    • 14.3.5.2 Product Portfolio
  • 14.3.6 JBT Corporation (FMC Technologies)
    • 14.3.6.1 Company Overview
    • 14.3.6.2 Product Portfolio
    • 14.3.6.3 Financials
  • 14.3.7 Kilfrost Ltd.
    • 14.3.7.1 Company Overview
    • 14.3.7.2 Product Portfolio
    • 14.3.7.3 Financials
  • 14.3.8 The Dow Chemical Company
    • 14.3.8.1 Company Overview
    • 14.3.8.2 Product Portfolio
  • 14.3.9 Tronair Inc.
    • 14.3.9.1 Company Overview
    • 14.3.9.2 Product Portfolio
  • 14.3.10 UTC Aerospace Systems (Collins Aerospace)
    • 14.3.10.1 Company Overview
    • 14.3.10.2 Product Portfolio
    • 14.3.10.3 Financials
  • 14.3.11 Vestergaard Company A/S
    • 14.3.11.1 Company Overview
    • 14.3.11.2 Product Portfolio
    • 14.3.11.3 Financials