United Kingdom Wind Turbine Composites Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Fiber Type (Glass Fiber, Carbon Fiber, Others), By Application (Blades, Nacelles, and Others), and United Kingdom Wind Turbine Composites Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035
Industry: Chemicals & MaterialsUnited Kingdom Wind Turbine Composites Market Insights Forecasts to 2035
- The United Kingdom Wind Turbine Composites Market Size was Estimated at USD 645.35 Million in 2024
- The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 8.12% from 2025 to 2035
- The United Kingdom Wind Turbine Composites Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 1523.21 Million by 2035
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According to a research report published by Spherical Insights and Consulting, The United Kingdom Wind Turbine Composites Market Size is anticipated to reach USD 1523.21 Million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 8.12% from 2025 to 2035. The market growth is propelled by the transition to renewable energy sources. Wind energy has gained significant attention as nations seek to meet climate targets and cut carbon emissions.
Market Overview
The United Kingdom wind turbine composites market refers to the business focused on the production and application of composite materials, where they play in vital role in the overall design and development of turbines. The primary part of wind turbines that is made of composites is the blades, which are produced using composite materials. Composite materials are utilized to create lightweight parts with exceptional qualities and extended lifespans. Advanced composite material solutions were created to maximize the wind turbine blades' strength, stiffness, and longevity while minimizing their weight. The rapid switch to renewable energy sources and the growing need for wind power generation are driving the wind turbine composite component industry's anticipated significant growth. Recently, the government announced some funding for clean energy solutions, which extended the market growth opportunities. For instance, the Joule Challenge, a UK Government-funded program, secured a £4.7 million investment to advance next-generation composite offshore wind turbines. This 18-month phase of the initiative focused on developing composite-based components for 20MW floating offshore wind turbines, aiming to improve performance, durability, and sustainability.
Report Coverage
This research report categorizes the market for the United Kingdom wind turbine composites market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the United Kingdom wind turbine composites market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product 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 United Kingdom wind turbine composites market.
United Kingdom Wind Turbine Composites Market Report Coverage
Report Coverage | Details |
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Base Year: | 2024 |
Market Size in 2024: | USD 645.35 Million |
Forecast Period: | 2025-2035 |
Forecast Period CAGR 2025-2035 : | CAGR Of 8.12% |
2035 Value Projection: | USD 1523.21 Million |
Historical Data for: | 2020-2023 |
No. of Pages: | 269 |
Tables, Charts & Figures: | 98 |
Segments covered: | By Fiber Type and By Application |
Companies covered:: | BladeBUG Limited, DRIFT Energy Ltd, Ripple Energy, RTS Wind UK, CWind, TRG Wind Ltd, Renewable Energy Systems (RES), and Others |
Pitfalls & Challenges: | COVID-19 Empact, Challenges, Future, Growth, & Analysis |
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Driving Factors
The market for United Kingdom wind turbine composites is primarily driven by the burning of fossil fuels produces damaging greenhouse gas emissions, including carbon dioxide. there is a growing need for electricity that is free of fossil fuels. The wind energy business keeps improving wind turbine rotors with the newest blades and developing more features to generate clean electricity, which has propelled the market growth. Economic solutions have a favorable impact on the wind power sector and can change the industry's growing dynamics. Technology developments in composite materials have produced stronger, lighter, and more corrosion-resistant parts, which lower maintenance costs and increase turbine efficiency, supporting the industry players, wind operators, and related assisting business firms.
Restraining Factors
The price volatility of raw materials, high costs of materials, and others, which could affect the market expansion. Furthermore, the existence of alternatives to energy production is probably going to limit the growth of the market for wind turbine composites.
Market Segmentation
The United Kingdom Wind Turbine Composites Market share is classified into fiber type and application.
- The carbon fiber segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.
The United Kingdom wind turbine composites market is segmented by fiber type into glass fiber, carbon fiber, and others. Among these, the carbon fiber segment held the highest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is due to high demand for turbine blades that are lighter, longer, and more effective, benefiting greatly from their exceptional strength-to-weight ratio and fatigue resistance, especially in offshore applications where blade length and performance are crucial. Additionally, the growing size of offshore projects and producers is compelling to invest in carbon fiber-based solutions due to the need for increased energy output and lower maintenance costs.
- The blades segment dominated the market in 2024 and is estimated to grow at a substantial CAGR over the forecast period.
The United Kingdom wind turbine composites market is segmented by application into blades, nacelles, and others. Among these, the blades segment dominated the market in 2024 and is estimated to grow at a substantial CAGR over the forecast period. This is because of high-performance composites are crucial because the need for longer, lighter, and more aerodynamic blades directly affects energy collection efficiency. Glass and carbon fiber are essential materials for making sure blades can endure high levels of stress, wear and tear, and changing environmental conditions. The amount of composite materials utilized in blades is growing as turbine sizes do, particularly for offshore projects, securing their dominant position in the industry.
Competitive Analysis:
The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the United Kingdom wind turbine composites market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product 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 product 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
- BladeBUG Limited
- DRIFT Energy Ltd
- Ripple Energy
- RTS Wind UK
- CWind
- TRG Wind Ltd
- Renewable Energy Systems (RES)
- Others
Recent Developments:
- In January 2025, Siemens Energy is set to launch recyclable wind turbine blades at its Hull factory this spring. The facility, which has been open for manufacturing next-generation recyclable blades, marks a significant step toward sustainable wind energy. Siemens Energy estimates that 10% of all fiber-reinforced composite waste in Europe comes from wind turbine blades, making this innovation a crucial step toward circular economy solutions.
- In October 2024, the University of Bristol and the National Composites Centre (NCC) were announced as Strategic University Partners for Vestas, a global leader in sustainable energy solutions. This partnership aimed to advance offshore wind technology and supported the UK's clean energy transition.
Key Target Audience
- Market Players
- Investors
- End-users
- Government Authorities
- Consulting and Research Firm
- Venture capitalists
- Value-Added Resellers (VARs)
Market Segment
This study forecasts revenue at United Kingdom, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the United Kingdom wind turbine composites market based on the below-mentioned segments:
United Kingdom Wind Turbine Composites Market, By Fiber Type
- Glass Fiber
- Carbon Fiber
- Others
United Kingdom Wind Turbine Composites Market, By Application
- Blades
- Nacelles
- Others
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