Thermosetting: The thermosetting segment of the glass prepreg market is expected to witness significant growth during the forecast period. Thermosetting glass prepregs offer superior mechanical properties, thermal stability, and chemical resistance, making them ideal for use in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and electronics.
Thermoplastic: The thermoplastic segment of the glass prepreg market is also expected to exhibit strong growth. Thermoplastic glass prepregs offer excellent impact resistance, flexibility, and recyclability, making them increasingly popular in applications such as sports equipment, consumer goods, and construction.
E-Glass Prepeg: E-Glass prepregs are the most commonly used type of glass fiber in the market due to their high strength, electrical insulation properties, and cost-effectiveness. The E-Glass prepreg segment is projected to dominate the market owing to increasing demand from the aerospace and automotive industries.
S-Glass Prepeg: S-Glass prepregs are known for their superior mechanical properties, including high tensile strength and modulus. The S-Glass prepreg segment is expected to grow at a steady pace, driven by their use in high-performance applications such as defense, marine, and wind energy.
Other Glass Fiber Types: The other glass fiber types segment includes specialty glass fibers such as AR-Glass, C-Glass, and D-Glass prepregs. These fibers offer unique properties such as corrosion resistance, electrical conductivity, and high-temperature resistance, catering to niche markets in sectors like oil & gas, electrical & electronics, and construction.