Composite Rebar Market Size, Share, Growth, Trends, Global Industry Analysis, By Type (GFRP Rebar, BFRP Rebar, CFRP Rebar, and Others) By Application (Bridges & Port, Underground Construction, Road Building, and Others), Regional Insights and Forecast From 2025 To 2033

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COMPOSITE REBAR MARKET OVERVIEW

The global composite rebar market size was USD 0.54 billion in 2024 and is projected to touch USD 1.20 billion by 2033, exhibiting a CAGR of 9.3% during the forecast (2025-2033). In the market study, our analysts have considered composite rebar players such as Aslan FRP, Schoeck, Armastek, Galen, Dextra Group, FiReP, BP Composites (TUFF-Bar), Pultrall, Pultron Composites, Hubei Yulong, Fusite, Fiberline etc.

Composite rebar is a material made up of fiberglass that is used to repair railways, automobiles, and bridges and in construction activities. It is also known as GFRP and FRP It is an extremely lightweight and strong material that replaces iron rods in construction because of its resistance against damages and anti-corrosiveness. It is stronger compared to normal steel welded rods and enhances the construction quality. It is effective against harsh environments and useful for developing high-quality buildings. It is an extremely cost-efficient material that provides excellent resistance against damages and offers an excellent lifespan. 

The rising demand for quality construction and the rapid development of infrastructure in several countries is likely to boost its adoption. Governments invest heavily in the development of quality construction to improve infrastructure in their respective countries. As per the India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), the Indian government plans to invest approximately USD 1.4 trillion in the development of infrastructure from 2019-2023. The development of infrastructure facilities and the development of advanced infrastructure facilities is likely to boost the composite rebar market growth.

COMPOSITE REBAR MARKET KEY FINDINGS

• Market Size and Growth: 67 bridges in 27 U.S. states and 211 bridges in 4 Canadian provinces used FRP rebar by 2016.

• Key Market Driver: Basalt FRP rebars demonstrated tensile strengths up to 2 130 MPa and elastic moduli up to 178 GPa.

• Major Market Restraint: Only 19 state DOTs report using FRP‑reinforced concrete members, limiting nationwide standardization.

• Emerging Trends: 44 % of reporting state DOTs specify E‑glass FRP bars in their concrete designs.

• Regional Leadership: Florida DOT data show 67 FRP‑reinforced bridge decks across 27 states.

• Competitive Landscape: 27 manufacturers produce FRP rebars in 14 countries, indicating a moderately diversified supplier base.

• Market Segmentation: E‑glass FRP bars account for 44 % of FRP bar usage among reporting state DOTs.

• Recent Development: NISTIR 5888 (“Degradation Mechanisms and Service Life Estimation of FRP Concrete Reinforcements”) was published in 2019.

COVID-19 IMPACT

Restrictions On Construction Activities To Impede Market Growth

The global COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, with the market experiencing higher-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels. The sudden rise in CAGR is attributable to the market's growth and demand returning to pre-pandemic levels once the pandemic is over.

The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively affected several markets globally. The sudden spike in cases has provoked governments to impose strict restrictions against construction activities. As a result, the demand for the product is declining rapidly. The halt on manufacturing and transport is likely to disrupt the supply chain and availability of raw materials and components. The closure of manufacturing and construction activities has negatively affected several manufacturers. It has led to the permanent shutdown of several companies. However, the adoption of reduced capacities, part-time shifts, medical gear, and production machinery enables companies to balance their costs and recover the loss. Further, lockdown relaxations have enabled industries to function as per the government regulations. Therefore, these factors are expected to facilitate the growth of the composite rebar market during the pandemic. 

LATEST TRENDS

Extensive Demand for Composite Rebar from Construction Industry to Boost Sales

The rising adoption of the product from the construction industry may bolster its demand. The material strengthens the building structure and reinforces the strength and durability of the construction. It is extremely resistant to harsh weather and damages. The emergence of several high-quality construction projects is likely to boost product sales. The rising population and increasing construction of green buildings are expected to boost product demand. Its resistance, lightweight, and easy installation reduce construction times and improve productivity. It is a cost-effective option compared to a steel-based counterpart and increases the quality of the construction. It is used in several commercial, residential, and bridge constructions because of its strength and superior resistance. It is used in bridges to reinforce the strength of the construction and avoid accidents.

It is lower in cost and extremely weather-resistant, which, in turn, increases its adoption from the construction industry. It is used in the construction of bridges because of its reduced weight, corrosion resistance, and durability. Therefore, these factors can bolster the composite rebar industry growth.

• According to the National Academies, 44 % of the 25 state DOTs reporting use of FRP bars specify E‑glass FRP in concrete members.

• According to the Florida DOT, 67 bridges in 27 states had decks reinforced with FRP rebar as of 2016.

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COMPOSITE REBAR MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type

By type, the market is segmented into GFRP rebar, BFRP rebar, CFRP rebar, and others. 

GFRP rebar is the leading segment because of the rising demand for high-quality and anti-corrosive properties. It is stronger than steel and provides excellent strength against damages. It is used extensively in construction projects because of the rising demand for superior quality components. It provides excellent quality and prevents environmental damage. Therefore these factors can influence industry growth. 

By Application 

Based on application, the market is classified into bridges & ports, underground construction, road building, and others.

Bridges & port is the leading segment because of the rising adoption of high quality and durable material. Composite rebar is lighter in weight and enhances the safety of drivers. It possesses excellent strength and resistance, gains pressure and harsh environmental conditions. It is used in ports because of its strength and durability against damages. Therefore, these factors are likely to propel the market growth during the upcoming years. 

DRIVING FACTORS

Increasing Adoption of the Material in Underground Constructions to Foster Market Growth 

Composite rebar is a useful alternative to several underground construction projects because of its strength and anti-corrosive properties. The adoption of high-quality materials is essential to construct underground tunnels to prevent accidents and crashes. A tunnel is responsible for holding an entire load on top of itself, thereby boosting demand for the product. It provides excellent resistance to harsh environments inside a tunnel. It is resistant to heat, dust, and other impurities under the ground. It reinforces the tunnel's strength and improves the effectiveness of the construction. It holds weight effectively and is resistant to bends because of its excellent tensile strength. It is different in structure as compared to normal steel and is denser. It is extremely lightweight and withstands pressures and vibrations created by trains and vehicles. The rising tunnel constructions in the United States are expected to boost its adoption significantly. Therefore, these factors can influence industry growth. 

Increasing Demand for High-Quality Components from the Automotive Sector to Fuel Growth

Carbon fiber reinforced polymers (CFRP) rebar is used extensively in automobile manufacturing because of their strength and excellent durability. It is used to cover automotive parts to increase its resistance against crashes and harsh environments. It reinforces the vehicle's strength and improves the driver's safety. It is a lightweight and flexible material that reduces the vehicle's weight and strength. The rising demand for safety features in vehicles is expected to increase its adoption in the automobile manufacturing industry. CFRP rebar is used in automotive components to improve strength and enhance the safety of vehicles. It prevents the parts from corrosion, bends, and damages against environments. Therefore, these factors are likely to drive the composite rebar market growth.

• According to NISTIR 5888, sand‑coated carbon FRP rebars retained over 99 % of initial bond strength after 300 freeze‑thaw cycles.

• According to the U.S. DOT BTS report, basalt FRP rebars exhibited tensile strengths up to 2 130 MPa and elastic moduli up to 178 GPa, exceeding GFRP minimum criteria.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Higher Material and Installation Costs to Hinder Progress of the Market

The higher installation costs of the material compared to alternative materials are likely to restrain the product demand. It is more costly compared to metal counterparts, which, in turn, shall provoke small industries to adopt steel, metal alloys, and other counterparts. Additionally, the lack of awareness regarding the product's benefits is expected to hamper the market growth.

• According to the National Academies, only 19 state DOTs report using FRP‑reinforced concrete members, leaving 31 DOTs without specifications.

• According to experimental data, FRP‐reinforced members can exhibit effective moment of inertia ratios from 0.032 to 0.314, potentially underestimating deflections without design adjustments.

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COMPOSITE REBAR MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

Developed Infrastructure Facilities in the U.S. to Propel Market Growth in North America

North America is expected to dominate the composite rebar market share because of developed infrastructure in the U.S. Rapid development in infrastructure facilities is expected to increase the demand for high-quality components. Increasing construction activities and the presence of major players such as slan FRP, Pultrall, BP Composites (TUFF-Bar), and others are expected to boost the market growth in the region.

Europe holds approximately 40% market share because of the emergence of several manufacturing facilities. Composite rebar's adoption in automotive and building constructions is likely to fuel its demand. Evolving consumer lifestyles and the adoption of high-quality residential amenities are expected to boost the composite rebar market progress in the region.

In Asia Pacific, rapid development in the developing and developed countries such as India, Japan, South Korea, and China is expected to fuel demand for several commercial and residential projects. The rising demand and adoption of better quality components and materials in the construction, automobile, and manufacturing industry is expected to develop market growth. 

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Adoption of Key Strategies for Increasing Adoption of the Material to Help Companies Grow

Prominent companies operating in the market adopt research and development to improve material quality. The adoption of better production processes and composites can enable companies to increase the product's effectiveness and increase their sales drastically.

• Aslan FRP: According to Dataintelo, Aslan FRP’s glass and carbon fiber rebar solutions are deployed in over 200 infrastructure projects worldwide.

• Schoeck International: According to Dataintelo, Schoeck’s FRP rebars are specified in more than 150 marine and water‑management structures across Europe.

The adoption of advanced production technologies enables companies to improve their operational efficiency. It enables them to reduce labor costs, increase consistency, improve quality of operations and enable companies to achieve their goals. Additionally, companies observe the recent trends and study the competitors to undertake successful ventures and improve their brand presence globally. 

List of Top Composite Rebar Companies

• Aslan FRP
• Schoeck
• Armastek
• Galen
• Dextra Group
• FiReP
• BP Composites (TUFF-Bar)
• Pultrall
• Pultron Composites
• Hubei Yulong
• Fusite
• Fiberline
• Marshall Composite Technologies
• Sireg Geotech
• Technobasalt
• Kodiak Fiberglass Rebar
• Tribeni Fiber
• Captrad
• B&B FRP Manufacturing Inc
• Neuvokas Corporate
• Mateenbar
• Nycon
• SFTec Inc
• Nanjing Fenghui Composite
• Yuxing
• Shanghai KNP

INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT

• April 2021: Owens Corning Infrastructure Solutions announced its latest MATEENBAR™ Fiberglas™ Rebar. It is a lighter and more durable composite rebar that provides excellent strength and resistance against harsh environments and damages. 

REPORT COVERAGE

The report provides an analysis of the recent market trends and the top segments. It comprehensively discusses the impact of COVID-19 and the driving and restraining factors. The report examines the regional developments and strategies devised by the market's prominent players. It informs readers about the market aspects and factors that are responsible for the industries' progress.