Outdoor Barrier Market

Outdoor Barrier Market Outlook (2023 to 2033)

The global outdoor barrier market is set to enjoy a valuation of US$ 4.3 Billion in 2023 and further expand at a CAGR of 5.5% to reach US$ 7.5 Billion by the end of 2033.

There has been an increasing demand for outdoor barrier in urban and public spaces owing to safety and security requirements. Moreover, rising demand of outdoor barrier for crowd control is anticipated to intensify the market growth by 1.7X over the assessment period.

Report Attributes	Details
Outdoor Barrier Market Size (2022A)	US$ 4.2 Billion
Estimated Market Value (2023E)	US$ 4.3 Billion
Forecasted Market Value (2033F)	US$ 7.5 Billion
Global Market Growth Rate (2023-2033)	5.5% CAGR
North America Market Share (2023)	~ 32.1%
Europe Market Growth Rate (2023-2033)	~ 5.8% CAGR
United States Market Growth Rate (2023-2033)	~ 5.3% CAGR
Market Share of Top 3 Countries	~ 44.4%
Key Companies Profiled	Area Four Industries Arena Group Armorgard A-SAFE B&B Roadway and Security Solutions BOPLAN Flex-Safe USA Fortress Fencing Hilmerson Safety McCue Corporation Mojo Barriers BV

Sales Analysis of Outdoor Barrier (2018-2022) Vs. Market Forecast Outlook (2023-2033)

The global market for outdoor barrier has garnered opportunity-driven growth over the past half-decade owing to their diverse and multiple uses among public and private end users.

The market has witnessed a progression by growing from US$ 4 billion in 2018 to 4.2 billion in 2022, recovering from the decline of COVID-19 pandemic. Meanwhile, the availability of outdoor barrier in a broad variety of forms, dimensions, and kinds has propelled the market towards momentous expansion. However, customization has been strategic approach owing to the fact that some products are more suited for particular application due to different raw materials and design factors.

Over the years, the global outdoor barrier market has witnessed several advancements and development, which has significantly increased the durability and usage of barrier in indoor as well as outdoor environments. For instance, technological innovations like SmartWeld, which is using ultra-high-strength steel (UHSS), in manufacturing outdoor barrier have led to increased adoption of barriers in various industries owing to which the market would gain momentous popularity and would gather incremental growth opportunities in the forecast years.

Owing to the aforementioned market dynamics, the global market is anticipated to witness of 5.5% CAGR, projected to create absolute dollar opportunity of US$ 3,275.7 million during the forecast period.

• Short Term (2023-2026): Increased spending on the defense sector by governments is set to present opportunities for the outdoor barrier market in the defense sector. This factor is expected to push the market growth towards incremental $ opportunities during the short-term forecast period.
• Medium Term (2026-2029): Increasing use of fencing and barrier owing to the rising number of public events and gatherings will garner opportunistic growth for the sales of outdoor barrier.
• Long Term (2029-2033): Investment in product development, technology, and marketing to increase product sales will expand the market growth over the long-term forecast period 2029 to 2033.

Over the 2018-2022 historical period, the global outdoor barrier market registered a CAGR of 1.2%, and according to Fact.MR, a market research and competitive intelligence provider, the market is projected to exhibit growth at 5.5% CAGR between 2023 and 2033.

Market share analysis of outdoor barrier based on material and region is illustrated briefly in the above image. Under the material segment, steel sub-segment will dominate with 40.2% market share in 2023.

How Increase in Government Capital Spending on Infrastructure Development Uplifting Market Growth?

The massive infrastructure spending done by governments in developed nations such as the United States, Germany, and U.K. to lay the groundwork for infrastructural advancement aids in the creation of demand for the outdoor barrier deployment. This increases in infrastructure investments is done to meet the needs of the growing population.

The United States announced infrastructure spending of US$ 840 billion from 2022 to 2026, which is approximately 3.45% of the country's GDP spending. Due to the increasing infrastructure development work, the demand for outdoor barrier will increase to keep citizens out of areas where work is in progress and also for crowd control.

Will Increasing Urbanization Growth Rate Set to Provide Platform for Outdoor Barrier?

Smart city projects are rapidly gaining momentum with urban planners exploring the possibilities of improving urban infrastructure, along with spreading awareness about outdoor barrier and their advantages among the local populace and event planners. The demand for outdoor barrier has increased to control the population in places like shopping malls, airports, buses and railway stations, etc.

Recently, there has been a rise in the uptake of outdoor barrier in stadiums, event venues, movie halls, etc., as event planners recognize their potential in enhancing safety and functionality. Outdoor barriers across the globe are now being upgraded from normal barricades to more efficient and automated outdoor barrier. Variety of material type are being used to manufacture barricades, such as steel, aluminum, plastic and others, to increase the efficiency and durability of the barriers creating consistency in demand.

How Increasing Crowds at Sporting and Recreational Events is Driving the Demand?

Stadiums, halls and other recreational activity venues are always under pressure to enhance their revenue by increasing the count of spectators. This crowd can sometimes become chaotic and create hazardous situations, which can lead to huge losses.

Managing scores of people within a relatively short time frame is critical for security, especially when the crowd is too big. Inefficiency in the management of crowds can cause dangerous contingencies at stadiums and halls.

However, such incidents are forcing organizers and managers to keep proper tools and equipment to manage the crowd. Outdoor barriers are a main tool and play a crucial role in managing crowds. This is likely to drive the demand for crowd control barriers in the coming years, wherein crowd control barrier will account for nearly 32% of market size reaching US$ 2.4 billion by 2033 end.

What Factors are Anticipated to Anchor the Global Market Growth?

Iron, steel, aluminium, etc. are the main raw materials are utilized to make barrier gates. Additionally, small amounts of chemicals are employed in various ways to improve the characteristics and consistency of the barriers. Operations and businesses in the manufacturing industry are greatly impacted by even a small change in the prices of raw materials.

For the barrier manufacturing sector, rising raw material costs are point of concern leading to reduced profit margins. In addition, manufacturers have also been constraints by the supply chain's price sensitivity. The scarcity of raw materials and excessive prices are likely to continue to be restraining factors for manufacturers of outdoor barrier during the forecast period.

Country-wise Insights

What are the Factors Contributing to the High Demand for Outdoor Barrier in the U.S.?

Leading suppliers of crowd control barriers are based in the U.S. and are expanding their reach into new markets of Canada & Latin America. Regional manufacturers anticipate the market to attain significant growth rate owing to the investment in infrastructure, while the emerging trend shows supplier consolidation creating competitive scenario. U.S. outdoor barrier manufacturers are creating collaboration with end user for long term, leading to improved profitability and consistency in demand.

For instance, North America Safety Products Inc. has partnered with the Technology & Manufacturing Association (TMA), and will provide valuable resources to TMA-associated companies in pedestrian barrier and machine guarding solutions. Such partnerships add positivity to both partners and help deliver a high level of security and value to their customers.

With respect to the aforementioned dynamics, the U.S. outdoor barrier market would nurture at a compound annual growth rate of 5.3% over the forecast years 2023-2033.

What Are the Trends That Have Impelled the Use of Outdoor Barrier in U.K.?

The market for the outdoor barrier in the U.K. is expected to garner incremental growth opportunities owing to the rising number of events and sports participation in the country. Crowd management during these live public gatherings is one of the major concerns for the government and regulatory bodies, due to which the sales of outdoor barrier have escalated.

Owing to rising government spending on infrastructure and crowd management, the outdoor barrier market in the U.K. is predicted to surpass a valuation of US$ 246.7 Million by 2023. Thereby, considered a lucrative region for market participant to focus and expand their geographical reach.

Category-wise Insights

Which Material Category of Outdoor Barrier is Leading Sales Value?

Under the material segment, the steel sub-segment is anticipated to hold the dominating of the market share. The segment is attributed to hold an approximate share of 40.1% in the year 2023. Owing to metallic strength, anti-rusting properties, comparative lightweight, and high durability, steel is chosen to be the best suitable option for manufacturing outdoor barrier.

The consumer preference for steel over the plastic material is creating market potential for higher strength and reliable crowd control barrier. Owing to which steel segment is expected to create absolute dollar opportunity of US$ 1,108.4 million over the assessment period.

Does Rental Ownership of Outdoor Barrier Offer Significant Growth Opportunities?

The segment contributes near about 63% of the global market value. In the present times, renting out equipment and accessories is simpler and more pocket efficient than purchasing one. The outdoor barrier are usually rented out by several event and entertainment managing agencies, private construction sites, and private institutions to govern and manage the crowd.

In addition, increasing options of renting out barriers from the manufacturer directly instead of mid-level participants is propelling the value share in global market. The rental ownership is expected to grow 1.8X over the forecast period to reach market valuation of US$ 4,687.4 million by 2033 end.

Competitive Landscape

Prominent outdoor barrier manufacturers are Area Four Industries, Arena Group, Armorgard, A-SAFE, B&B Roadway and Security Solutions, BOPLAN, Flex-Safe USA, Fortress Fencing, Hilmerson Safety, McCue Corporation, Mojo Barriers BV, Nasatka Security, Nix Industrial , North American Safety Products, Inc. ,Oceanetics, Oldcastle Infrastructure, OTW Safety, Sloan, Tamis Corporation, Transator, Vestle Manufacturing Company, Worthington Product and 48 Barriers.

Companies devote a significant portion of their revenue in R&D to resolve problems and offer creative solutions in order to draw in new customers and stay competitive. Companies are developing customized offering for issues that for industry specific needs in order to compete with other players.

For instance, ZND Holding BS has created a sanitizing station with barriers for public use and work areas. Additionally, it has introduced cutting-edge pedestrian barrier queuing technologies that makes crowd control management more efficient.

Fact.MR has provided detailed information about the price points of key manufacturers of outdoor barrier positioned across regions, sales growth, production capacity, and speculative technological expansion, in the recently published report.

Segmentation of Outdoor Barrier Industry Research

• By Type :

  • Crowd Control Barrier
  • Traffic Control Barrier
    • Transport / Automotive Traffic
    • Marinetime Traffic

• By Material :

  • Steel
  • Aluminum
  • Plastics
  • Others

• By Ownership :

  • Private
  • Rental

• By End User :

  • Public Places
    • Airports
    • Bus & Railway Stations
    • Religious Places
    • Shopping malls
    • Amusement Parks
    • Events & Concerts
    • Others
  • Road Traffic
  • Marinetime Traffic

• By Region :

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • Europe
  • East Asia
  • South Asia & Oceania
  • MEA