Industrial Workwear and Gear Market Growth Analysis to 2028

Industrial Workwear and Gear Market Forecast to 2028 - COVID-19 Impact and Global Analysis By Product Type (Workwear and Uniforms, Protective Wear and Gear, Footwear, Gloves, and Others), Category (Men, Unisex, and Women), and End-Use Industry (Construction, Oil and Gas, Chemicals, Heavy Industries and Manufacturing, Mining, Pharmaceuticals, and Others)

  • Report Code : TIPRE00029829
  • Category : Chemicals and Materials
  • Status : Published
  • No. of Pages : 170
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The industrial workwear and gear market size is projected to grow from US$ 43,725.45 million in 2022 to US$ 63,072.02 million by 2028; the market is expected to register a CAGR of 6.3% from 2022 to 2028.

Industrial workwear products help ensure workers’ safety in industrial settings. They are designed specifically to absorb shocks or any kind of impact that may cause injuries to employees and workers. Moreover, they are made of wear-resistant, chemical-resistant, and flame-resistant materials offering effective protection from different hazards. Manufacturers of industrial workwear are launching cost-effective products with advanced features to meet the rising consumer demand, which is expected to provide immense opportunities for the industrial workwear and gear market growth in the coming years.

Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Industrial Workwear and Gear Market

In 2020, various industries had to slow down their operations due to disruptions in value and supply chains caused by the shutdown of national and international boundaries. The COVID-19 pandemic adversely affected economies and industries due to lockdowns, travel bans, and business shutdowns. Restrictions imposed by government authorities led to disruptions in the supply chains of key raw materials and irregularities in manufacturing processes, which directly impacted manufacturing industries, thereby hampering the production and demand for industrial workwear. However, the COVID-19 pandemic also had a favorable impact on the industrial workwear and gear market to a certain extent. The demand for personal protective equipment (PPE) kits increased in research laboratories contributing to the development of vaccines for different SARS-CoV-2 variants, to prevent direct exposure of employees to the virus. With an abrupt rise in demand, PPE manufacturers ramped up their production capacities.

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Industrial Workwear and Gear Market: Strategic Insights

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Market Size Value inUS$ 43,725.45 million in 2022
Market Size Value byUS$ 63,072.02 million by 2028
Growth rateCAGR of 6.3% from 2022 to 2028
Forecast Period2022-2028
Base Year2022
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Rising Demand from Emerging Economies to Fuel Market Growth in Coming Years

Governments of emerging economies are increasing their focus on infrastructure development. For instance, in November 2021, India, the US, Israel, and the UAE established a new quadrilateral economic forum to focus on infrastructure development projects and reinforce bilateral cooperation. Such government initiatives are likely to boost the demand for industrial workwear and gear in emerging economies. Further, the number of infrastructure projects—such as Tuban Olefin Complex Development Project (Indonesia), Singapore Deep Tunnel Sewerage System, and Shenzhong Link (China)—is rising in developing countries, which is expected to fuel the demand for industrial workwear and gear to ensure workers’ safety Thus, rapid developments in industrial sectors in emerging economies is anticipated to create lucrative opportunities for the industrial workwear and gear market during the forecast period.

Product Type-Based Insights

Based on type, the industrial workwear and gear market is segmented into workwear and uniforms, protective wear and gear, footwear, gloves, and others. The protective wear and gear segment is projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. The International Labour Organization conducts a code of practice for the occupational safety and health of employees worldwide. The coal mining, chemical manufacturing, and power generation industries, among others, follow regulations set by such regulatory bodies. The mandate of compliance with regulations regarding the protection of employees drives the demand for protective wear and gear.

Industrial Workwear and Gear Market, by Product Type– 2022 and 2028

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End-Use Industry-Based Insights

Based on end-use industry, the industrial workwear and gear market is segmented into construction, oil and gas, chemicals, heavy industries and manufacturing, mining, pharmaceuticals, and others. The heavy industries and manufacturing segment held the largest share of the market in 2021. The manufacturing industry includes businesses producing pulp and paper, machinery and equipment, polymer products, nonmetallic mineral products, furniture, rubber, and wood products. Continuous exposure of workers to dangerous environments and the unavailability of protective shoes for workers have been the principal cause of industrial accidents in the manufacturing sector for years. Protective coveralls, gloves and sleeves, caps/hats, coats, jackets, shirts, socks, softshell jackets, sweatshirts, trousers, face masks, face shields, waistcoats, and protective boots and shoes with toecaps are specifically designed to safeguard the upper and lower body parts of workers from the heavy industries and manufacturing sectors.

The key players operating in the industrial workwear and gear market include Carhartt, Inc.; ARAMARK; Alsico Group; A. LAFONT SAS; Honeywell International Inc.; Hultafors Group AB; Lakeland Industries Inc.; VF Corporation; Ansell Ltd.; Hultafors Group AB; and Mustang Workwear. These players focus on providing high-quality products to fulfill customer demands. They also focus on strategies such as investments in research and development activities and new product launches.

Report Spotlights

  • Progressive industry trends in the industrial workwear and gear market to help players develop effective long-term strategies
  • Business growth strategies adopted by companies to secure growth in developed and developing markets
  • Quantitative analysis of the industrial workwear and gear market from 2022 to 2028
  • Estimation of the global demand for industrial workwear and gear
  • Porter’s Five Forces analysis to illustrate the efficacy of buyers and suppliers of industrial workwear and gear
  • Recent developments to understand the competitive market scenario
  • Market trend and outlook, along with factors driving and restraining the industrial workwear and gear market growth
  • Assistance in the decision-making process by highlighting market strategies that underpin commercial interest
  • The size of the industrial workwear and gear market at various nodes
  • Detailed overview and segmentation of the market, as well as the industrial workwear and gear industry dynamics
  • Size of the industrial workwear and gear market in various regions with promising growth opportunities

Company Profiles

  • Carhartt, Inc.
  • ARAMARK
  • Alsico Group
  • A. LAFONT SAS
  • Honeywell International Inc.
  • Hultafors Group AB
  • Lakeland Industries Inc.
  • VF Corporation; Ansell Ltd.
  • Hultafors Group AB
  • Mustang Workwear
Report Coverage
Report Coverage

Revenue forecast, Company Analysis, Industry landscape, Growth factors, and Trends

Segment Covered
Segment Covered

Product Type, Category, and End-Use Industry

Regional Scope
Regional Scope

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, South & Central America

Country Scope
Country Scope

Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, UAE, UK, United States

Frequently Asked Questions


Can you list some of the major players operating in the global industrial workwear and gear market?

The major players operating in the global industrial workwear and gear market are Carhartt, Inc.; ARAMARK; Alsico Group; A. LAFONT SAS; Honeywell International Inc.; Hultafors Group AB; Lakeland Industries Inc.; VF Corporation; Ansell Ltd.; Hultafors Group AB; and Mustang Workwear among few others.

What are the opportunities for industrial workwear and gear in the global market?

The increasing development in various industrial sectors of emerging economies has propelled the need to maintain the safety of workers while working. Thus, rapid development in industrial sectors of emerging economies is anticipated to create lucrative opportunities for the industrial workwear and gear market during the forecast period.

Based on the product type, why does the workwear and uniforms segment have the largest revenue share?

Based on the product type, the workwear and uniforms segment accounted for the largest revenue share as the internal policies at various industrial workplace allow employers to set dress codes for employees which drives the growth of the segment.

What is the largest region of the global industrial workwear and gear market?

Europe accounted for the largest share of the global industrial workwear and gear market. The increasing number of construction sites in Europe and the uncertainty associated with the pandemic have resulted in an urge for effective protective workwear.

Based on the category, which is the fastest-growing segment in the industrial workwear and gear market?

Based on category, unisex is the fastest-growing segment in the industrial workwear and gear market due to the increasing implementation of gender-neutral dress codes at workplaces.

What are the key drivers for the growth of the global industrial workwear and gear market?

An increase in industrial accidents and work-related mortality and introducing a stringent regulatory framework for the industrial sector are some of the key driving factors for the industrial workwear and gear market.

The List of Companies - Industrial Workwear and Gear Market

  1. WATTANA GmbH
  2. Carson Company GmbH
  3. HB Protective Wear GmbH & Co. KG
  4. Engelbert Strauss GmbH and Co. KG
  5. 3M
  6. Carhartt, Inc.
  7. Alsico Group
  8. A. LAFONT SAS
  9. Hultafors Group AB
  10. Honeywell International Inc.

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