demand in primary smelting, die cast & foundry, carbon baking and secondary melting applications in the
aluminum industry. Growing demand for aluminum materials in marine, automobile and aviation sectors is
anticipated to fuel market growth.
Asia pacific is expected to be the key region in the global market. Emerging economies including India and China
are estimated to lead ceramics market due to the growing consumption of these products in manufacturing
industries. In 2014, China was the world’s biggest steel producing country. The growing demand for steel is
expected to enhance the market growth in this region.
Key players in this industry are Zibo Jiuchen Co. Ltd., Saint-Gobain Ceramics and Plastics, JIA Inc., Rodabell
Group, and Jagdamba Minerals. Other industry participants include Minqing Jiali Ceramics Co., Foshan Artist
Ceramics Co., Ltd., and LYCOS CERAMIC PRIVATE LIMITED. In February 2016, Dutch researchers have invented
flexible ceramics for circuit boards known as flexiramics that possess high resistance to heat. It is easily foldable,
tissue-like material which is non-conducting, and fireproof. They can be widely used in circuit boards and heavy-
duty electronics.
Market Segment:
Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million; 2012 - 2022)
• Bulk
• Blanket
• Board
• Paper
• Module
• Others
End-use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million; 2012 - 2022)
• Iron & Steel
• Petrochemicals
• Ceramics & Glass
• Aluminum
• Power Generation
• Others
Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million; 2012 - 2022)
• North America
• U.S.
• Europe
• Germany
• France