TNR Estimates that, Global Smart Textiles Market will Reach USD 29.87 Bn by 2031, with Expanding CAGR of 26.89% (2023-2031).

Smart fabrics are those that can respond to and adapt to environmental stimuli. The source of the stimulus and reaction might be electrical, thermal, chemical, or magnetic. In recent years, smart textiles that combine or integrate electronics and fabrics have been developed. Smart textiles have the potential to alter industries and the way people interact with the environment in the upcoming years.

Global Smart Textiles Market Revenue & Forecast, (US$ Million), 2015 – 2031

Factors Supporting the Growth of the Global Smart Textiles Market

• Advances in materials science, nanotechnology, electronics, and wireless communication have enabled the integration of electronic components and sensors directly into textiles. These advancements have made it possible to create textiles with enhanced functionality without sacrificing comfort or aesthetics.
• Smart textiles include sophisticated sensors and electronics into the fabric’s weave. These elements are flexible, breathable, and even washable – and they are completely undetectable to the naked eye. The progress of nanotechnology is one of the most important elements influencing the burgeoning smart textiles market. Carbon nanotubes, graphene, and metallic nanowires are examples of intrinsically conductive nanomaterials which are being embedded into smart textiles.
• The demand for sustainable and eco-friendly products has extended to the textiles industry. Smart textiles are being developed with sustainable materials and production processes in mind. Additionally, energy-harvesting textiles that generate power from renewable sources are gaining attention for their potential to reduce environmental impact.

There has been a huge demand for smart textiles in the military and defense sectors due to several factors that align with the unique needs and requirements of modern armed forces. Uniforms, harnesses, and other equipment with integrated or woven electronics are examples of military smart textiles. Military apparel is critical in shielding soldiers from combat and the weather and harsh conditions. Smart textile producers all around the world are looking forward to satisfy changing and increasing military demands.

Military smart fabrics are being re-imagined or modified as weapons and weapon systems grow more modern in order to keep up with the changing terrain and effectively protect and equip military forces. Exoskeleton suits fitted with motion sensors and health-monitoring sensors, self-repairing fabric, and heated wetsuits are examples of recent advances developed to stay up with technical breakthroughs in other military-related businesses. The potential benefits in terms of enhanced capabilities, safety, and operational effectiveness have led to increased interest and investment in smart textiles for military applications.

North America had the highest share in the smart textiles market in 2022. The health and fitness trend is strong in North America, with consumers prioritizing wellness, activity tracking, and personal health monitoring. Smart textiles that offer health-related features, such as heart rate monitoring and fitness tracking, align well with these preferences and hence there has been a huge demand for smart textiles across various industries. Additionally, the fashion industry in United States is growing rapidly.

Cities like New York and San Francisco are known for their fashion and innovation scenes. These hubs are attracting designers, engineers, and entrepreneurs who collaborate to create cutting-edge smart textile products that blend fashion and technology. In the upcoming years, as the smart textiles market continues to grow, it’s likely that more innovative and diverse smart textile applications will emerge in this region.

Competitive Landscape

The competitive landscape in the global smart textiles market is dynamic and shaped by various factors, including innovation, research and development, market share, pricing strategies, regulatory environment, and strategic partnerships. Key business strategies such as mergers and acquisitions (M&A), affiliations, collaborations, and contracts adopted by these major market participants are also recognized and analyzed in the report. Some of the prominent key players operating in the global smart textiles market are mentioned below:

• ADETEXS Ltd
• Adidas
• AiQ Smart Clothing
• Bally Ribbon Mills
• DuPont
• Hexoskin
• Infineon Technologies
• Interactive Wear AG
• Loomia
• Milliken & Company
• Noble Biomaterials
• Outlast Technologies LLC
• schoeller Switzerland
• Volt Smart
• Other Industry Participants

Global Smart Textiles Market Report Coverage

Global Smart Textiles Market

By Type

• Passive Textiles
• Active Textiles
• Ultra Textiles

By Function

• Sensing
• Energy Harvesting
• Luminescence and Aesthetics
• Others

By End User Industry

• Fashion and Entertainment
• Automotive
• Healthcare
• Aerospace
• Military and Defense
• Industrial
• Sports and Fitness
• Others

By Region

• North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico, Rest of North America)
• Europe (France, The UK, Spain, Germany, Italy, Nordic Countries (Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden, Norway), Benelux Union (Belgium, The Netherlands, Luxembourg), Rest of Europe)
• Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, New Zealand, Australia, South Korea, Southeast Asia (Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Rest of Southeast Asia), Rest of Asia Pacific)
• Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Kuwait, South Africa, Rest of Middle East & Africa)
• Latin America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of Latin America)

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Global Smart Textiles Market Segmentation

Global Smart Textiles Market – Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2015 – 2031)

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