Sports Protective Equipment Market Rising With Growth In New Technology Trends Research By 2025
The global sports
protective equipment market size is expected to reach USD 12.1 billion by 2025, according to
a new report by Grand View Research, Inc., expanding at a CAGR of 4.4% over the
forecast period. The market is expected to witness significant growth owing to
growing popularity of sports activities in schools and colleges.
Increasing popularity of outdoor games
such as soccer and American football is expected to increase the demand for
sports protective gears over the forecast period. Moreover, increasing number
of sports leagues and outlets is expected to provide growth opportunities for
the market in the coming years. In addition, sports clubs are raising awareness
among people by conducting events at various places across the world, which
will have a positive impact on the sports protective equipment market growth.
For instance, since 2007, the National
Football League (NFL), one of the most popular sporting leagues in U.S., has
organized several events in London to increase awareness regarding American
football. In 2017, NFL organized four game events in London and around 84,500
fans came to watch the match between Jacksonville Jaguars and Baltimore Ravens
at Wembley Stadium.
In 2018, the head and headgear product
segment dominated the market and is expected to maintain its lead over the
forecast period. The growth is attributed to increasing awareness regarding
head injuries. For instance, Phillip Joel Hughes was an Australian Test and One
Day International (ODI) cricketer who played domestic cricket for South
Australia and Worcestershire, died during the match due to head injury, which
has created awareness among the young enthusiastic players. Leg protection
gears are expected to register the highest CAGR of 5.6% from 2019 to 2025. The
segment growth is attributed to increase in the number of participants in
individual sports, such as mixed martial arts, cycling, boxing, and skating.
North America was the largest regional
market in 2018. U.S. was the major revenue contributor in North America.
Increasing popularity of football, field hockey, and ice hockey is anticipated
to drive the regional market over the forecast period. Asia Pacific is expected
to expand at the fastest CAGR of 6.7% over the forecast period. Increasing
number of sports equipment outlets in India and China and rising wealth and
health awareness in the region is expected to have a positive impact on the
market growth.
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Further key findings from the study
suggest:
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By product, leg protection gear
is projected to expand at the fastest CAGR of 5.6% over the forecast period.
Head and headgear was valued at USD 2.8 billion in 2018 and is projected to
witness significant growth in the next few years
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The offline distribution
channel segment dominated the global market in 2018 with 92.0% share of the
overall revenue
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North America dominated the
global market in 2018 and accounted for 40.0% share in terms of revenue. This
trend is projected to continue over the next few years
·
Growing popularity of field
sports at the national and international levels is expected to drive the market
over the forecast period
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The industry is highly
competitive due to presence of main players including Nike, Inc.; Adidas Group;
MIZUNO Corporation; Shock Doctor, Inc.; BRG Sports; Amer Sports; Xenith, LLC;
WARRIOR SPORTS; FRANKLIN SPORTS INC.; and Alpinestars S.p.A.
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Various manufacturers are
concentrating on new product launches and product innovation in order to expand
their consumer base.
Various
initiatives undertaken by government bodies and key manufacturers across the
globe are likely to increase the participation in physical activities,
including indoor and outdoor games. For instance, The Sport for All initiative
undertaken by the President's Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition
(PCSFN) aims to educate all Americans regarding the benefits associated with
sports participation. Moreover, leading manufacturers are focusing on
development of innovative products in order to meet the consumer requirements.
Protective
gear manufacturers are using various raw materials such as Kevlar, innovative
plastic, and carbon fiber to produce advanced protective gears. In addition,
various manufacturers are focusing on providing custom products to expand their
customer base and increase market share. Furthermore, innovative and advanced
products are increasingly replacing old products as they are lightweight and
durable. This, in turn, is likely to provide growth opportunities for the
manufacturers in coming years.
Head
and headgear was the largest product segment in 2018, accounting for 31.2%
share of the overall revenue. Increasing number of professional leagues such as
the IPL, American Football League, and World Cycling League is a key factor
driving the demand for helmets and head protection gears over the forecast
period. Growing popularity of American football, cycling, and baseball will
further fuel the demand for head protection equipment. Rising participation in
sports in various countries such as India, Africa, and China is expected to
provide growth opportunities for the segment in the foreseeable future.
Leg
protection gears are expected to expand at the highest CAGR of 5.6% from 2019
to 2025. Growing popularity of soccer across the globe will have a positive
impact on the segment growth. For instance, according to the study, soccer or
football is the most popular sport in the world. It is estimated that more than
half of the world's population consider themselves to be association football
fans. The sport enjoys an estimated 4.0 billion person following, and a global
sphere of influence.
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Grand View Research has segmented the
global sports protective equipment market on the basis of product, distribution
channel:
Sports Protective Equipment
Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2015 - 2025)
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Head & Headgear
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Eyewear
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Chest Protection
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Hand Protection
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Leg Protection
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Others
Sports Protective Equipment Distribution
Channel Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2015 - 2025)
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Offline
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Online
The
offline segment held the largest share of more than 90.0% in 2018. Increasing
number of sports equipment outlets in India and China is expected to have a
positive impact on the growth of the market. For instance, Adidas AG, the
German sportswear manufacturer, will open 3,000 new stores in China by 2020,
owing to rising wealth and health awareness in the country. The key aim is to
expand its retail network across the globe.
Furthermore,
increase in the number of outlets will help companies to bridge the gap between
consumers and companies, which will have a positive impact on the growth of the
market. The online segment is expected to expand at the fastest CAGR of 7.5%
over the forecast period. Online sales channel has witnessed significant growth
in the last few years due to increasing internet penetration in various
countries. Moreover, online retailers including Amazon, Walmart, and DICK’S
Sporting Goods are fueling the segment growth.
About Grand View Research
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