The global polyvinyl chloride market size is expected to reach USD 79.11 billion by 2020, according to a new study by Grand View Research, Inc. Increasing construction and infrastructure spending in emerging markets of Asia Pacific and Latin America is expected to remain a key driving factor for global polyvinyl chloride (PVC) demand. In addition, growth of global automotive industry is also expected to have a positive influence on the market. Volatile raw material prices coupled with the stringent regulatory scenario, particularly in North America and Europe to limit or minimize PVC use for medical applications are expected to remain key challenges for market participants. In order to overcome such challenges, the industry has shifted its focus towards developing bio-based alternatives to PVC which is expected to provide future opportunities for market participants.
Construction emerged as the leading application segment and accounted for 55.7% of the total market volume in 2013. Increasing construction spending in BRICS nations on account of organization of global events such as FIFA World Cup and Summer Olympics in these nations is expected to drive the demand for PVC in construction industry. Electrical & electronics is expected to be the fastest growing application segment at an estimated CAGR of 5.4% from 2014 to 2020. Growth of Chinese and Taiwanese electronics industry is expected to spur growth for PVC in electrical & electronics industry.
Global PVC demand was 38.50 million tons in 2013 and is expected to reach 53.81 million tons by 2020, growing at a CAGR of 5.0% from 2014 to 2020.
Asia Pacific emerged as the leading regional market for PVC and accounted for 58.1% of total market volume in 2013. Growth of construction industry, particularly in China, India and Indonesia is expected to drive PVC demand in the region.
Middle East & Africa is expected to be the fastest growing region for polyvinyl chloride market at an estimated CAGR of 5.9% from 2014 to 2020. Growth of major end-use industries such as construction, automotive and electrical & electronics in Saudi Arabia and South Africa is expected to drive the demand for PVC in this region.
Some of the major companies in operating in the global PVC market include Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. Ltd., Formosa Plastics Group, Axiall Corporation, Mexichem S.A.B., BASF, Georgia Gulf Corp., Arkema S.A., and Westlake Chemica Corp, Sinopec Group, Solvay S.A., KEM One and Xinjiang Zhongtai Chemical Co. Ltd.
The head mounted display market has witnessed substantial growth over the past few years, with a study by Grand View Research stating that increased proliferation of the technology in various critical end-use sectors such as healthcare and manufacturing has heavily aided in the positive development of the industry.
The global head mounted display market size is projected to reach USD 11,793.3 million by the year 2020, as per a study by Grand View Research, Inc. A head mounted display, or HMD, is a display device consisting of a small display optic, either in front of one or both the eyes. The continued adoption of technology and innovation in major industries such as gaming and entertainment, military and defense, simulation, sports, and healthcare, among others, has led to a widespread acceptance and adoption of these devices. Furthermore, there has been a sharp drop in silicon wafer costs globally, which has had a direct impact on micro-display prices, which account for a sizable percentage of the resultant HMD cost. Moreover, the growing demand for wearable, lightweight devices among a sizable global population is expected to be a key driving force for the HMD market.
Defense services are a key contributor to global demand, wherein head-mounted displays aid in security, imaging, and tracking. With the continued heavy investments by governments into their respective national defense infrastructure, there is a huge scope for sustained growth in the manufacturing and demand of innovative equipment, such as HMDs. The residential and consumer sector also has shown high affinity for such products, mainly for gaming and entertainment purposes, which has driven the market growth. Head-mounted displays offer a high degree of mobility and computing power, as well as a highly immersive and enriching experience. The arrival of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) in the consumer space has also heightened expectations of innovation from HMD manufacturers. Additionally, the rising demand from the automotive prototyping space is expected to offer a key growth opportunity for industry participants. Training and simulation is another major industry growth driver, as the technology is safe and feasible for trainees for facing scenarios that can be risky in real-life, such as driving and aviation.
The global head mounted display market is broadly segmented on the basis of product, end-use, and application. With regards to product, the market is classified into helmet mounted display and wearable glass; the major end-use segments include defense and consumer, with consumer end-use comprising AR, VR, and gaming. The notable application areas of HMD include imaging, security, tracking, and training and simulation. Some of the notable organizations to have invested and introduced novel products and services in the head mounted display industry include BAE Systems, Google Inc., Imagine Corporation, Seiko, Rockwell Collins, Epson, Vuzix, and Sony Corporation, eMagin Corporation. These companies have indulged in innovative product launches, mergers and acquisitions, as well as collaborations with major industry experts, as their major strategies to expand geographical reach.
The healthcare sector has been steadily witnessing the proliferation of smart glasses and head mounted displays, as they offer clinical usefulness, improve collaborative efforts among institutions, and offer HIPAA compliant technology solutions
Helmet mounted displays accounted for over 60% of the market in 2013, owing to widespread use in the defense segment; however, these products are expected to lose market share due to the growing popularity of wearable glass
The defense segment accounted for over 70% of the HMD market in 2013 and is expected to remain the dominant end-use segment over the forecast period. These devices have proved to be highly efficient during training regimes and in locations with poor visibility.
The increasing popularity of augmented and virtual reality is expected to drive the consumer segment in the near future, as widespread availability of gaming consoles and accessories, coupled with increased disposable income, acting as the major demand drivers
The training and simulation segment is expected to account for a substantial share in the overall market through 2020, on account of the growing use of HMDs in medical as well as military training modules.
North America accounted for more than 35% of the global HMD market in 2013; on the other hand, the Asia Pacific region is expected to exhibit high growth over the coming years
The establishment of manufacturing facilities along with technology advancement due to the presence of Japan, South Korea, and China is expected to fuel regional market growth. Furthermore, the region is steadily emerging as a gaming hub, which is expected to offer numerous growth opportunities to market players
In December 2020, eMagin Corporation announced the signing of a 10-year lease regarding the expansion of their footprint to around 63,000 square feet, as part of their aim to improve their capability for offering high resolution, high brightness OLED microdisplays
In February 2021, Vuzix announced the completion of the first development phase of a customized head mounted waveguide-based display system for assisted medical cancer surgery, in partnership with a US-based medical institute
The global education technology market size is anticipated to reach USD 285.2 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 18.1% from 2020 to 2027, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Technology has revolutionized the process of learning. From Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) to virtual classrooms, the education technology (EdTech) sector has emerged rapidly, leading to an influx of massive investments worldwide. Countries across the globe are realizing the potential of integrating technology to enhance student learning, enabling education leaders to undertake range of initiatives in integrating EdTech into their education systems, schools, and classrooms.
Developed economies, including U.S., U.K., and Germany, are at the forefront of developing and introducing innovative education technology offerings, supporting education administration, student and community engagement, and reducing teacher workload. On the other hand, emerging economies, such as India, are focusing on utilizing such technologies to provide access to educate their population. As a result, EdTech is anticipated to foresee substantial growth in such economies to educate the rapidly growing population rather than building a well-developed institute.
Technological advancements, such as artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and augmented reality (AR)/virtual reality (VR), and their integration into learning are anticipated to transform the conventional techniques of teaching. These cross-curricular learning opportunities in the EdTech sector are expected to enable institutes and teachers to streamline resource commitments as well as develop students’ knowledge through practical and cross-curricular applications.
Some of the major higher institutes and educational organizations across North America are increasingly shifting their focus from legacy EdTech education system towards online-based EdTech solutions
Integration of AI in schools and universities to automate activities, such as grading subjects and providing feedback, is anticipated to propel the demand for EdTech offerings
Cloud computing technology is used to store vital resources, such as audio/video lessons, written lessons, and assignments, on a school’s cloud terminal. These resources can be accessed by students as per their convenience
Widespread use of mobile devices and tablets is leading to the use of gamification and immersive learning in educational institutions for an interactive and enhanced learning experience.
The global polyvinyl chloride market size is expected to reach USD 79.11 billion by 2020, according to a new study by Grand View Research, Inc. increasing construction and infrastructure spending in emerging markets of Asia Pacific and Latin America is expected to remain a key driving factor for global polyvinyl chloride (PVC) demand. In addition, growth of global automotive industry is also expected to have a positive influence on the market. Volatile raw material prices coupled with the stringent regulatory scenario, particularly in North America and Europe to limit or minimize PVC use for medical applications are expected to remain key challenges for market participants. In order to overcome such challenges, the industry has shifted its focus towards developing bio-based alternatives to PVC which is expected to provide future opportunities for market participants.
Construction emerged as the leading application segment and accounted for 55.7% of the total market volume in 2013. Increasing construction spending in BRICS nations on account of organization of global events such as FIFA World Cup and Summer Olympics in these nations is expected to drive the demand for PVC in construction industry. Electrical & electronics is expected to be the fastest growing application segment at an estimated CAGR of 5.4% from 2014 to 2020. Growth of Chinese and Taiwanese electronics industry is expected to spur growth for PVC in electrical & electronics industry.
Global PVC demand was 38.50 million tons in 2013 and is expected to reach 53.81 million tons by 2020, growing at a CAGR of 5.0% from 2014 to 2020.
Asia Pacific emerged as the leading regional market for PVC and accounted for 58.1% of total market volume in 2013. Growth of construction industry, particularly in China, India and Indonesia is expected to drive PVC demand in the region.
Middle East & Africa is expected to be the fastest growing region for polyvinyl chloride market at an estimated CAGR of 5.9% from 2014 to 2020. Growth of major end-use industries such as construction, automotive and electrical & electronics in Saudi Arabia and South Africa is expected to drive the demand for PVC in this region.
Some of the major companies in operating in the global PVC market include Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. Ltd., Formosa Plastics Group, Axiall Corporation, Mexichem S.A.B., BASF, Georgia Gulf Corp., Arkema S.A., and Westlake Chemica Corp, Sinopec Group, Solvay S.A., KEM One and Xinjiang Zhongtai Chemical Co. Ltd.
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