The aircraft heat exchanger market size is anticipated to witness noteworthy development during the forecast period. Aircraft heat exchangers facilitate the exchange of heat between two fluids, with efficiency reliant on the available surface area typically enhanced by plates and fins. Cool air serves as the coolant in aircraft, circulating within the fuselage to cool the cabin air by transferring heat to the ambient air, which is then expelled through the exhaust system. Heat exchangers vary in type, including different geometries and flow patterns, impacting efficiency and performance parameters. The increasing demand for these exchangers is anticipated to bolster market growth.
Fortune Business Insights presents this information in their report titled "Aircraft Heat ExchangerMarket, 2024–2032".
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List of Major Players Profiled in the Aircraft Heat Exchanger Market Report:
Honeywell International Inc. (U.S.)
SAFRAN (France)
Boeing (U.S.)
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. (Japan)
Ametek Inc., (U.S.)
Meggitt PLC, (U.K.)
Triumph Group (U.S.)
Liebherr GmbH (Switzerland)
United Technologies Inc. (U.S.)
TAT Technologies (Israel)
COVID-19 Impact
COVID-19 Pandemic Exacerbated Challenges for Aviation OEMs Impacting Market
The COVID-19 pandemic heavily affected industries worldwide, including aviation, leading to financial struggles for OEMs due to lockdowns and supply chain disruptions. Reduced passenger numbers resulted in a sharp decline in aircraft purchases, impacting the manufacturing and sales of aircraft heat exchangers, further exacerbating OEMs' financial crises. Overall, production remained low throughout the pandemic, compounding challenges for OEMs in the aviation sector.
Segments:
By type, the aircraft heat exchanger market is fragmented into direct contact, indirect contact, tube geometry, plate geometry, parallel flow, counter flow, and others.
By aircraft, the market is trifurcated into fixed wing, rotary wing, and unmanned aerial vehicle.
By point of sale, the market is classified into original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket.
From the regional ground, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the rest of the world.
Report Coverage
Drivers and Restraints
Demand for Lightweight and Efficient Heat Exchangers Drives Market Growth
Heat exchangers facilitate heat and energy exchange between two mediums, serving purposes such as heating and cooling. In aircraft, they play critical roles in tasks such as air conditioning and fuel cooling. The market's growth is driven by the demand for lightweight, cost-effective aircraft heat exchangers without compromising efficiency, benefiting from the expansion of airline fleets and factors such as new production facilities, enhanced research, and emerging market players.
However, the aircraft heat exchanger market growth is hampered by the high R&D cost and stringent regulations imposed by aviation regulatory bodies.
Regional Insights
North America Dominates Market with High Demand from Aerospace Industry
North America holds a significant aircraft heat exchanger market share, favored by the strong air traffic and high demand for aircraft, which results in an equally high demand for heat exchangers.
Asia Pacific is poised for significant growth, driven by rising passenger traffic prompting airlines to acquire new aircraft. The increased production of new aircraft requires a steady supply of heat exchangers, fostering R&D for more economical and sustainable technologies in the region.
Competitive Landscape
Collaborations Drive Innovation and Efficiency in Advanced Manufacturing of Heat Exchangers
In the area of advanced manufacturing, collaborations between industry players are shaping the competitive landscape for aircraft heat exchangers. Partnerships aim to innovate and produce heat exchanger solutions with a focus on enhancing operational efficiency. Similarly, collaborations enable companies to expand their network, thereby strengthening their foothold and improving service capabilities.
Key Industry Developments:
May 2022 – Conflux Technology and GKN Additive teamed up to develop and produce 3D-printed heat exchanger solutions in Europe, aiming to improve efficiency.
February 2022 – Liebherr-Aerospace and Transportation and Saudia Aerospace Engineering Industries (SAEI) established a partnership through a new General Terms Agreement. This allows SAEI to join Liebherr's network for heat exchanger services, enhancing SAEI's capabilities in the Middle East.