Global FRP Manhole Covers Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Type (Round, Square, Rectangular, and Others), By Application (Municipal and Airport & Ports), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Analysis and Forecast 2025 - 2035

Global FRP Manhole Covers Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Global FRP Manhole Covers Market Size Was Estimated at USD 2.87 Billion in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 2.56% from 2025 to 2035
• The Worldwide FRP Manhole Covers Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 3.79 Billion by 2035
• North America is expected to grow the fastest during the forecast period.

 

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According to a research report published by Spherical Insights and Consulting, the global FRP Manhole Covers market size was worth around USD 2.87 Billion in 2024 and is predicted to grow to around USD 3.79 Billion by 2035 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.56% from 2025 and 2035. The market for FRP manhole covers has several opportunities to grow due to improvements in urban infrastructure, the increasing need for lightweight, corrosion and theft resistant materials, legislative backing for more intelligent and sustainable utilities, and the cost-effective lifecycle benefits of fiber reinforced polymer over traditional metal or concrete coverings.   

 

Market Overview

A fiber reinforced plastic (FRP) manhole cover is a structural access cover composed of reinforcing fibers and a polymer resin matrix. The growing use of composite materials in smart cities and contemporary infrastructure projects is a notable trend in the global market for FRP manhole covers. This is because of their better mechanical qualities and lifecycle advantages over conventional materials. In urban settings, these covers' increased load bearing capability, chemical resistance, and zero scrap value lower long term maintenance costs and deter theft. In February 2024, for example, China's Ministry of Housing and Urban Rural Development announced the deployment of non-metallic, RFID enabled FRP manhole covers in experimental smart city zones for improved public safety and real time monitoring. To increase operating efficiency across infrastructure networks, lower replacement frequency, and improve public safety, governments and municipalities are implementing FRP solutions. For example, to increase durability and save maintenance costs, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi started replacing traditional manhole covers with fiber reinforced polymer covers on a broad scale in high theft and flood prone areas of the city in May 2023.

 

Governments throughout the world have started a variety of initiatives to promote the use of fiber reinforced plastic manhole covers, which have spurred market growth. For instance, the Smart Cities Mission and the Swachh Bharat Mission in India encourage the use of lightweight, corrosion resistant fiber reinforced polymer coatings in urban drainage and sewer systems together with other contemporary, long-lasting infrastructure. Municipal organizations like Mumbai's Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation have begun evaluating FRP grates and covers to improve stormwater safety and reduce theft of cast iron lids as local governments use composites to reduce costs and dangers.    

 

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the FRP manhole covers market based on various segments and regions, forecasts revenue growth, and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the FRP manhole covers market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, type launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the FRP manhole covers market. 

 

Driving Factors

The FRP manhole covers market is driven due to the growing push for smart infrastructure and digital utility networks. FRP covers are being equipped with smart features like GPS tracking, RFID chips, and embedded sensors to monitor subterranean utilities and enhance asset management. These technologies significantly improve public safety and municipal operating efficiency by detecting unlawful access, measuring water levels, identifying gas leaks, or setting off notifications in the event of infrastructure breakdown. The Bordeaux Metropole in France began a project in August 2023 to replace conventional manhole covers with RFID enabled smart FRP covers to decrease manual inspections and enhance subsurface asset tracking.    

 

Restraining Factors

The FRP manhole covers market is restricted by factors like the high initial cost when compared to traditional cast iron options, particularly in developing communities with tight budgets or price sensitivity. The initial costs associated with purchasing and installing FRP covers can discourage public agencies from switching from traditional solutions, even if they provide long term savings due to reduced maintenance and theft resistance.

 

Market Segmentation

The FRP manhole covers market share is classified into type and application.  

• The round segment dominated the market in 2024, accounting for approximately 47% and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the type, the FRP manhole covers market is divided into round, square, rectangular, and others. Among these, the round segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. The segment is driven by urban drainage and sewage systems, which are dominated because of their natural strength and simplicity of installation, round FRP manhole covers are among the most widely used. Because they offer dependable access points for sewage and utility systems, these covers are frequently utilized in residential and municipal projects. Round covers are in high demand because of their ability to distribute loads evenly and their compatibility with a wide variety of manhole holes.   

 

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• The municipal segment accounted for the largest share in 2024, accounting for approximately 50% and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the application, the FRP manhole covers market is divided into municipal and airport & ports. Among these, the municipal segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The dominance is due to the solutions for stormwater and sewer systems. FRP covers are used in industrial areas to protect against chemical exposure and heavy-duty tasks. For convenience of installation and visual appeal, residential complexes favor lightweight covers, frequently incorporating personalized designs. By providing goods that are suited for various situations, it supports a wide range of requirements. The increasing usefulness of FRP solutions is demonstrated by the strong demand in transportation networks and wastewater control.

 

Regional Segment Analysis of the FRP Manhole Covers Market

• North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico) 
• Europe (Germany, France, U.K., Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Rest of APAC)
• South America (Brazil and the Rest of South America) 
• The Middle East and Africa (UAE, South Africa, Rest of MEA)

 

Asia Pacific is anticipated to hold the largest share, representing nearly 40% of the FRP manhole covers market over the predicted timeframe.

Asia Pacific is anticipated to hold the largest share, representing nearly 40% of the FRP manhole covers market over the predicted timeframe. In the Asia Pacific market, the market is rising due to a strong ecosystem is strong, with both cutting-edge startups and major industrial heavyweights well represented. The demand for FRP manhole covers has been driven by the region's sophisticated technology infrastructure, high levels of consumer awareness, and disposable affluence. Due to their innovative FRP manhole cover products and partnerships with other industry players, well known North American businesses like Microsoft, Google, and Vuzix have played a significant role in propelling the market's expansion.  

 

The United States dominates the FRP manhole covers market because of its extensive infrastructure renovation initiatives and widespread use of lightweight, theft-resistant FRP lids in municipal utilities.

 

North America is expected to grow at a rapid CAGR, representing nearly 28% in the FRP manhole covers market during the forecast period. The North American area has a thriving market for FRP manhole covers due to large government expenditures on the construction and upkeep of infrastructure. The adoption of cutting edge technology and the existence of well established manufacturers support the market in this area even more. FRP manhole covers are steadily becoming more popular in Europe due to its strict laws governing environmentally friendly building methods and sustainable development. The market is anticipated to expand moderately in these regions, with an emphasis on improving the robustness and functionality of infrastructure solutions.

 

China is the market leader for FRP manhole covers because of its high level of urbanization, considerable infrastructure development, and widespread municipal use of corrosion resistant composite covers.

 

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the FRP manhole covers market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their type of offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes type development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

 

List of Key Companies

• Fibrelite Ltd.
• NexGen Insulation & Refrigeration LLP
• Coverest
• Vikrant Manhole Covers
• RX Industries
• Simtex Industries Pvt. Ltd.
• GTOFRP
• Hebei Tengjun FRP Co. Ltd.
• Everlast Composite LLP
• Infine Industries
• Fibrocast
• Flortek Industries
• Aprotek FRP Industries
• Thermoset Poly Products (I) Pvt. Ltd.
• KK-FRP And Koncrete Products Pvt. Ltd.
• Others

 

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting And Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

 

Recent Development

• In July 2025, Fibrelite introduced a new generation of RF-friendly FRP covers designed to support data transfer between underground antennas and surface infrastructure.  

 

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the FRP manhole covers market based on the below-mentioned segments: 

 

Global FRP Manhole Covers Market, By Type 

• Round
• Square
• Rectangular
• Others

 

Global FRP Manhole Covers Market, By Application

• Municipal
• Airport & Ports

 

Global FRP Manhole Covers Market, By Regional Analysis

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Qatar
  • South Africa
  • Rest of the Middle East & Africa