SPORTS PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT MARKET SIZE AND SHARE ANALYSIS - GROWTH TRENDS AND FORECASTS (2024 - 2031)

Global Sports Protective Equipment Market is estimated to be valued at USD 10.11 Bn in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 15.49 Bn by 2031, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3% from 2024 to 2031.

The sports protective equipment market has grown significantly in the past decade driven by increasing participation in both professional and amateur sports. Sports such as American football, baseball, hockey, and skating now require athletes to wear protective gear such as helmets, pads, guards, shoes etc. to prevent injury. With growing health awareness, many people have also taken up recreational sports in their leisure time which has further fueled demand. Advancements in materials science have allowed manufacturers to develop lightweight, comfortable gear that provides excellent protection without compromising performance.

Market Dynamics:

The global sports protective equipment market is driven by the growing popularity of various contact sports and increasing awareness about safety. Rising disposable incomes in developing nations have also increased spending on sports and related gear. However, high costs of innovative protective solutions act as a restraint for many amateur sports enthusiasts and price sensitive consumers. On the other hand, the development of customized, 3D printed equipment based on an individual's body type provides an opportunity for manufacturers to expand into niche segments with enhanced protection and comfort. Large players are also focusing on acquiring smaller companies with specialized product lines to offer a comprehensive portfolio and consolidate their market position.

Key features of the study:

- This report provides in-depth analysis of the global sports protective equipment market and provides market size (USD Bn) and compound annual growth rate (CAGR%) for the forecast period (2024–2031), considering 2023 as the base year.

- It elucidates potential revenue opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrices for this market.

- This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approval, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players.

- It profiles key players in the global sports protective equipment market based on the following parameters – company highlights, products portfolio, key highlights, financial performance, and strategies.

- Key companies covered as a part of this study include Amer Sports, Nike Inc., Adidas AG, Puma SE, Harrow Sports Inc., Franklin Sports Inc., Bauer Hockey Inc., MIZUNO Corporation, Schutt Sports Inc., and Under Armour, Inc.

- Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decisions regarding their future product launches, type up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics.

- The global sports protective equipment market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, product manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts

- Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global sports protective equipment market.

Market Segmentation

• By Product Insights (Revenue, USD Bn, 2019 - 2031)
• • Head & Headgear
  • Eyewear
  • Chest Protection
  • Hand Protection
  • Leg Protection
  • Others
• By Distribution Channel Insights (Revenue, USD Bn, 2019 - 2031)
• • Online
  • Offline
• Regional Insights (Revenue, USD Bn, 2019 - 2031)
• • North America
    • U.S.
    • Canada
  • Latin America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • Mexico
    • Rest of Latin America
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • U.K.
    • Spain
    • France
    • Italy
    • Russia
    • Rest of Europe
  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • India
    • Japan
    • Australia
    • South Korea
    • ASEAN
    • Rest of Asia Pacific
  • Middle East
    • GCC Countries
    • Israel
    • Rest of Middle East
  • Africa
    • South Africa
    • North Africa
    • Central Africa
• Key Players Insights
• • Amer Sports
  • Nike Inc.
  • Adidas AG
  • Puma SE
  • Harrow Sports Inc.
  • Franklin Sports Inc.
  • Bauer Hockey Inc.
  • MIZUNO Corporation
  • Schutt Sports Inc.
  • Under Armour, Inc.