Ground Protection Mats Market Research, 2031
The global ground protection mats market size was valued at $425.7 million in 2021, and is projected to reach $639.1 million by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 4.3% from 2022 to 2031.
Ground protection mats are custom-made mats that provide an ideal choice for protecting both the environment and the equipment when heavy machinery is operated on soft ground. Ground protection mats may assist with a range of tasks, including providing temporary routes for passengers, preventing utility vehicles from becoming engulfed in muck, and protecting turf from vehicle damage. The ground protection mats are made from materials such as high-density polyethylene (HDPE), polypropylene, recyclable plastic, fiberglass, and others. Ground protection mats are essentially indestructible, able to endure the weight of cranes, bulldozers, tractors, and other heavy machinery. It is suitable for usage in both cold and hot climates. The polyethylene layer works as a waterproof surface, and dirt and gravel may be readily removed from the surface.
However, online stores were supplying ground protection mats to the construction companies in some of the extreme cases where the requirement was important to carry out some of the operations that were done on behalf of the government. Emerging markets such as Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Africa are seeing increased population, economic expansion, urbanization, and technical advancements in machinery that help in workflow optimization. In 2021, Asia and Africa are expected to house more than 75% of the world's population. The bulk of the countries in these two areas are rising economies with rapid economic development. The expansion of the economy of the developing countries is fueling the growth of commercial, industrial, corporate, and residential assets.
The government of developing nations are attempting to enhance infrastructure by constructing parks, health facilities, and community centers as well as improving motorways, waterworks, and sanitation. For instance, the Brazilian government has invested $167.3 million for the year 2021 for the development of the infrastructure. The growth of emerging countries is fueling the need for machinery and safety tools to boost progress. It is expected that with rise in awareness about the benefit of ground protection mats and increase in investment by the government, the ground protection mats market to foster positive growth.
The ground protection mats market is segmented into load type, connection, thickness, application, distribution channel, and region. On the basis of load type, the market is categorized into extreme load, heavy load, and medium load. On the basis of connection, it is divided into linked and locked. By thickness, the ground protection mats market is segmented into 10 mm, 15 mm, 20 mm, and others. On the basis of application, the market is divided into residential, commercial, industrial, corporate, and others. By distribution channel, the market is divided into hypermarkets/supermarkets, specialty stores, retailers, online retail, and others.
On the basis of region, it is analyzed across North America (the U.S., Canada, and Mexico), Europe (Germany, France, the UK, Spain, Italy, and Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, Australia, South Korea, and rest of Asia-Pacific), and LAMEA (Latin America, Middle East, and Africa).
Extreme Load segment is the largest segment in 2021.
By Load Type
On the basis of load type, the extreme load segment gained a major share in the global market in 2021 and is expected to sustain its ground protection mats market share during the ground protection mats market forecast period. The extreme load segment was growing, with a CAGR of 4.2%. The growth of the construction industry in the past decade was at a good rate, and the growth in the upcoming years looks promising. Residential property building is expanding due to the growing need of the worldwide population, whilst commercial property construction is also increasing, due to the growing requirement for shops, stores, and offices to conduct company activities. The extreme load ground protection mats market demand is expanding because it provides prior support in tough soil conditions and speeds up building processes. The mats are constructed of recyclable High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE), which is sturdy enough to support the weight of the machines and allows mobility by quickly disassembling the mats by unscrewing the screws that connect them.
Locked segment is the fastest growing segment in 2021.
By Connection
On the basis of connection, the linked segment gained a major share in the global market in 2021 and is expected to sustain its market share during the forecast period. The availability of linked ground protection mats in the market is higher due to their advantages. The linked mats may be built in a small space and modified to meet the demands of the user. The availability of connectors in the linked mats implies that they may be coupled with various sizes of mats on the market, allowing for a variety of combinations to cover the ground. Locked mats, on the other hand, come in a fixed size, making moving the mats difficult. As a consequence, the advantages of linked mats encourage users to buy them and arrange them according to their needs.
20mm segment is the largest segment in 2021.
By Thickness
On the basis of thickness, the 20 mm segment gained a major share of the global market in 2021 and is expected to sustain its market share during the forecast period. The growth of the 20mm segment is due to the high usage in industrial and commercial sectors as it offers stability, support and can withstand the weight of 200 tons and above. The 20 mm mats are intended to be used in conjunction to form a cover system that protects athletic turf surfaces from the stress of non-sporting events. It is built of interconnecting panels that can support a wide range of weights, including stage setup, massive cranes, fully-loaded tractor-trailers, and other wheeled vehicles. It is simple to set up and offer an event with a secure, sturdy, and resilient working surface.
Commercial segment is the fastest growing segment during the forecast period.
By Application
On the basis of application, the industrial segment gained a major share in the global market in 2021 and is expected to sustain its market share during the forecast period. The growth of the industrial segment is due to the high usage of ground protection mats in the construction industry. The introduction of new machinery meant to improve operations and raise overall efficiency is a result of technological advancements in the industrial sector. The new forms of machinery come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and their hefty weight imposes a significant amount of pressure on the ground. As a result, manufacturing organizations anticipate covering their flooring with various types of ground protection mats to safeguard the floor from harm. Companies are using medium-load ground protection mats to create temporary highways to boost the overall safety of the work environment. Ground protection mats were formerly used primarily in the construction business, but with more product knowledge, they are projected to acquire appeal in other areas of the industrial sector.
Specialty Stores segment is the largest segment in 2021.
By Distribution Channel
On the basis of distribution channel, the specialty stores gained a major share in 2021 and is expected to sustain its market share during the forecast period, with a CAGR of 4.1%. Specialty stores are at the top of the list of potential growth markets for ground protection mats. Manufacturers are continuously working to boost the exposure of their items on the shelf; thus, they are primarily targeting niche retailers. As a result, specialist retailers now have a wider range of ground protection mats for various surface types. Furthermore, these retailers provide possibilities such as discounts and the benefits of instant satisfaction, resulting in the rise of the ground protection mats industry. Consumers of residential ground protection mats seek assistance in selecting a product; experienced specialized shop personnel assist buyers, by explaining every feature of the product and advising them to purchase the proper product. This helps buyers favor specialist stores and expands the specialty store sector. As a result, this fact is projected to provide several chances for producers to expand the market for ground protection mats through these businesses.
Europe region is the highest revenue contributor in 2021.
By Region
Region wise, Europe dominated the ground protection mats market in 2021, with a CAGR of 4.3%, as a higher percentage of consumers are aware of the benefits of ground protection mats and the increasing operation in the construction and event industry is boosting the ground protection mats market growth.
The players operating in the global ground protection mats market have adopted various developmental strategies to expand their ground protection mats market share, increase profitability, and remain competitive in the market. The key players profiled in this report include Justrite Safety Group, Newpark Resources, Inc, Quality Mat Company, Signature Systems Group, LLC, W. W. Grainger, Inc., Qingdao Ketian Materials Co., Ltd, CGK Group BVBA, Groundtrax Systems Ltd., Tangyin Sanyou Engineering Plastic Co., Ltd., and Greatmats Corp.
The other ground protection mats market players are Grassform Group, LODAX, Quality Mat Co., Signature Systems Group, LLC, SuperMats, Inc., TVH India Private Limited, Maco Corporation, Groundtrax Systems Ltd., Great Mats Corp., Ground Guards Ltd., Multimatts, Regenatech, Fods, LLC, Ultimate Solutions, Discount Ramps, Sunbelt Rentals Inc., Cope Plastics Inc., Grassmats USA LLC., LuxTek GmbH, Danrec A/S, Technix Rubber & Plastics Ltd., Frank Wall Enterprises LLC., IBEX Supplies Ltd., Online Hardware PTY LTD., KTI Fencing Inc., Yak Mat, LLC, Protectmat NZ Ltd., Brandon Hire Station, and West County Equipment Rentals, LLC.
Key Benefits For Stakeholders
- This report provides a quantitative analysis of the ground protection mats market size, segments, current ground protection mats market trends, estimations, and dynamics of the ground protection mats market analysis from 2021 to 2031 to identify the prevailing ground protection mats market opportunity.
- The ground protection mats industry research is offered along with information related to key drivers, restraints, and opportunities.
- Porter's five forces analysis highlights the potency of buyers and suppliers to enable stakeholders make profit-oriented business decisions and strengthen their supplier-buyer network.
- In-depth analysis of the ground protection mats market segmentation assists to determine the prevailing market opportunities.
- Major countries in each region are mapped according to their revenue contribution to the global market.
- Market player positioning facilitates benchmarking and provides a clear understanding of the present position of the market players.
- The report includes the analysis of the regional as well as global ground protection mats market trends, key players, market segments, application areas, and market growth strategies.
Ground Protection Mats Market Report Highlights
| Aspects | Details |
 Market Size By 2031 | USD 639.1 million |
 Growth Rate | CAGR of 4.3% |
 Forecast period | 2021 - 2031 |
 Report Pages | 250 |
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 By Distribution Channel |
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 By Region |
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 Key Market Players | Greatmats Corp., CGK Group BVBA, Groundtrax Systems Ltd., Newpark Resources, Inc, Qingdao Ketian Materials Co., Ltd, Quality Mat Company, Signature Systems Group, LLC, Justrite Safety Group, Tangyin Sanyou Engineering Plastic Co., Ltd., W. W. Grainger, Inc. |
Analyst Review
According to the top-level CXOs, innovation is the key to the success of the ground protection mats market. The increasing demand for ground protection mats by different sectors has prompted producers to develop ground protection mats of various sizes for different requirements by different sectors. This would help to reduce the cost of the ground protection mats for residential users and will encourage them to go for the product.
According to the CXOs, the construction sector has been the largest buyer of ground protection mats in past years. It is expected that with the increased construction of residential and commercial properties in the coming years, the construction sector will continue to be the largest buyer of ground protection mats. The manufacturers will aim to develop the production process and try to reduce the cost of the raw material used, which will help to reduce the overall cost of the product. While linked mats are the most common mats and it is expected that the companies may introduce new linking mechanisms in their product, which may provide more ease in handling the product.
Ground protection mats have seen widespread popularity in emerging countries such as India, owing to the rise of construction activities, the building of roadways, and the growth of the industrial sector. Furthermore, the increased penetration of various online portals globally, and the growth in various offers or discounts by manufacturers entice a huge customer base to acquire ground safety products through online retail. The online distribution channel has expanded customer reach, making it a critical source of revenue for many businesses.
The global ground protection mats market was valued at $425.7 million in 2021 and is projected to reach $639.1 million by 2031, registering a CAGR of 4.3% from 2022 to 2031.
The forecast period in the ground protection mats market report is 2022 to 2031.
The base year calculated in the ground protection mats market report is 2021.
The top companies analyzed for global ground protection mats market report are Justrite Safety Group, Newpark Resources, Inc, Quality Mat Company, Signature Systems Group, LLC, W. W. Grainger, Inc., Qingdao Ketian Materials Co., Ltd, CGK Group BVBA, Groundtrax Systems Ltd., Tangyin Sanyou Engineering Plastic Co., Ltd., and Greatmats Corp.
The extreme load segment is the most influential segment in the ground protection mats market report.
Europe holds the maximum market share of the ground protection mats market.
The company profile has been selected on the basis of key developments such as partnership, product launch, merger and acquisition.
The market value of the ground protection mats market in 2021 was $425.7 million.
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