Summary

Firefighting Foam Market Size
The global firefighting foam market size was valued at $862.72 million in 2024 and is projected to reach $1,123.49 million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.5% during the forecast period.

Firefighting Foam Market Overview
Firefighting foam is a specialized substance used to suppress and extinguish fires, particularly those involving flammable liquids. It is made by mixing foam concentrate with water and air, creating a thick, stable foam that can be spread over burning surfaces. The foam works by cooling the fire, cutting off the oxygen supply, and forming a barrier that prevents the release of flammable vapors. This makes it especially effective for tackling fires involving oil, gasoline, and other hazardous materials. Firefighting foam is commonly used in various settings, including airports, industrial sites, and military operations, where the risk of flammable liquid fires is high. Its ability to quickly control and extinguish fires makes it an essential tool for fire departments and emergency responders worldwide.

Firefighting Foam Market Dynamics
• The firefighting foam market is expected to witness significant growth in the future due to increasing industrialization and urbanization, stringent fire safety regulations and standards, and the rising incidents of fire-related accidents.
• Additionally, the growth in the oil and gas industry and development of eco-friendly firefighting foams are the prominent factors driving the growth of the firefighting foam market.
• However, environmental concerns over foam ingredients, high cost of specialized firefighting foams, and the availability of alternative fire suppression technologies are restraining the market growth.
• On the contrary, the technological advancements in foam formulation and increasing investment in fire safety infrastructure are creating opportunities for market growth.

By End User, the Oil and Gas Segment is anticipated to Exhibit Significant Growth Rate in the Firefighting Foam Market
The oil and gas segment is expected to grow at a high growth rate in the firefighting foam market during the forecast period owing to the inherent risks associated with flammable liquids and gases in extraction, processing, and transportation operations. Firefighting foam plays a crucial role in mitigating the high fire hazards present in these environments by effectively suppressing fires involving hydrocarbons such as crude oil, gasoline, and natural gas. Its ability to rapidly form a thick, durable blanket over the fuel surface helps smother the flames and prevent reignition, crucial in emergencies where traditional water-based methods are ineffective or hazardous. Furthermore, stringent safety regulations and industry standards mandate the use of specialized firefighting foams that are capable of handling flammable liquid fires efficiently. This reliance on firefighting foam underscores its importance as a primary firefighting agent in safeguarding personnel, equipment, and critical infrastructure within the oil and gas sector, driving sustained demand for advanced formulations and application technologies.

By Geography, Asia Pacific Constitutes Immense Share with the Firefighting Foam Market
The Asia Pacific holds a prominent share of the firefighting foam market during the forecast period. As countries in Asia Pacific continue to expand their industrial sectors, including manufacturing, chemicals, and energy production, the risk of fire incidents escalates. Firefighting foam is essential in these sectors for effectively combating fires involving flammable liquids and chemicals, which are prevalent in industrial settings. Moreover, urbanization leads to increased construction of residential and commercial buildings, necessitating stringent fire safety measures and the use of firefighting foam for fire suppression and prevention. Government initiatives to enhance safety standards and infrastructure further bolster the demand for firefighting foam, encouraging investments in advanced firefighting technologies and solutions. Additionally, as economies in the region grow, there is a rising awareness and adoption of international safety standards, driving the market for high-performance firefighting foam formulations tailored to address specific regional fire risks and challenges.
• For instance in 2022, China Labour Bulletin's Accident Map documented 100 fires throughout China, resulting in 75 fatalities and hundreds of injuries. The increase in fire-related accidents is driving market dynamics in the region.

Key Target Audience:
• Oil and Gas Industry
• Chemical and Manufacturing Industries
• Aviation and Aerospace Industry
• Government and Regulatory Bodies
• Construction and Infrastructure Developers
• Maritime and Shipping Companies
• Industrial Safety Consultants

List of the Key Players Profiled in the Report Includes:
• Angus Fire
• Dafo Fometec AB
• Dr. Sthamer
• Eau & Feu
• Fireade Inc
• Foamtech Antifire
• Johnson Controls
• Kerr Fire
• NAFFCO
• National Foam
• Perimeter Solutions
• SFFECO Global

Recent Developments:
• In July 2024, Angus Fire Limited released a new comprehensive fluorine-free foam guide. This guide, designed for professional firefighters, details various types of firefighting foams, application hardware, and techniques. According to Angus Fire Limited, the guide aims to enhance understanding of the advantages and limitations of the diverse range of firefighting foam concentrates and hardware available, supporting informed decision-making during emergency responses.
• In May 2023, Johnson Controls introduced the new NFF-331 3%x3% Non-Fluorinated Firefighting Foam Concentrate. This innovative concentrate is designed to serve as a flexible and efficient replacement for existing alcohol-resistant aqueous film-forming foam (AR-AFFF) concentrates in conventional foam sprinkler systems. The NFF-331 concentrate is effective in suppressing a wide range of Class B fires, including those involving hydrocarbons and polar solvent fuels.

Market Segmentation:
The research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry analysis with size, share, and forecast for the below segments:

Market by, Type:
• Alcohol Resistant Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AR-AFFF)
• Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF)
• Fluoroprotein Foam
• Protein Foam (PF)
• Synthetic Detergent Foam
• Other Types

Market by, Fire Type:
• Class A
• Class B
• Class C

Market by, Material Type:
• Surfactant
• Fluorosurfactant
• Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA)
• Other Material Types

Market by, Expansion:
• Low
• Medium
• High

Market by, End User:
• Automotive
• Aviation
• Chemical
• Heavy Industries
• Marine
• Mining
• Oil and Gas
• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Other End Users

Market by, Geography:
The firefighting foam market report also analyzes the major geographic regions and countries of the market. The regions and countries covered in the study include:
• North America (The United States, Canada, Mexico), Market Estimates, Forecast & Opportunity Analysis
• Europe (Germany, France, UK, Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe), Market Estimates, Forecast & Opportunity Analysis
• Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, Rest of Asia Pacific), Market Estimates, Forecast & Opportunity Analysis
• South America (Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Rest of South America), Market Estimates, Forecast & Opportunity Analysis
• Middle East & Africa (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Iran, South Africa, Rest of Middle East & Africa), Market Estimates, Forecast & Opportunity Analysis

Scope of the Report:
The report “Global Firefighting Foam Market: Industry Analysis, Opportunities and Forecast up to 2030” by Diligence Insights provides a detailed analysis of the present market and future outlook with market estimates and forecasts for all specified segments, encompassing both global and regional perspectives as outlined within the research framework. The study includes historical market data for the years 2022, 2023 and offers revenue estimations for 2024, and project forecasts spanning from 2025 to 2030. It places significant emphasis on the examination of market trends, key industry participants, supply chain developments, technological advancements, pivotal milestones, and prospective strategies. Comprehensive market assessments are carried out across major geographic regions, including North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and Middle East & Africa. As such, this report constitutes a valuable resource for current industry stakeholders, newcomers to the field, and potential investors.

The study offers an in-depth market analysis, drawing insights from industry experts across the value chain. A special focus has been made on 25 countries, including the United States, Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, France, Italy, China, Brazil, Saudi Arabia, and South Africa, among others. The market data has been meticulously collected through extensive primary interviews and comprehensive secondary research. Market size determination is rooted in the revenue generated from sales across all the specified segments and sub-segments as defined within the research scope. The market sizing analysis includes both top-down and bottom-up approaches for data validation and accuracy measures.

The report offers insights into the following aspects:
• Analysis of major market trends, factors driving, restraining, threatening, and providing opportunities for the market.
• Analysis of the market structure by identifying various segments and sub-segments of the market.
• Understand the revenue forecast of the market for North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and Middle East & Africa.
• Analysis of opportunities by identification of high-growth segments/revenue pockets in the market.
• Understand major player profiles in the market and analyze their business strategies.
• Understand competitive developments such as joint ventures, alliances, mergers and acquisitions, and new product launches in the market.

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Table of Contents

1 Market Introduction
1.1 Market Definition
1.2 Research Scope and Segmentation
1.3 Stakeholders
1.4 List of Abbreviations

2 Executive Summary

3 Research Methodology
3.1 Identification of Data
3.2 Data Analysis
3.3 Verification
3.4 Data Sources
3.5 Assumptions

4 Market Dynamics
4.1 Market Drivers
4.2 Market Restraints
4.3 Market Opportunities
4.4 Market Challenges

5 Porter's Five Force Analysis
5.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
5.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
5.3 Threat of New Entrants
5.4 Threat of Substitutes
5.5 Competitive Rivalry in the Market

6 Global Firefighting Foam Market by, Type
6.1 Overview
6.2 Alcohol Resistant Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AR-AFFF)
6.3 Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF)
6.4 Fluoroprotein Foam
6.5 Protein Foam (PF)
6.6 Synthetic Detergent Foam
6.7 Other Types

7 Global Firefighting Foam Market by, Fire Type
7.1 Overview
7.2 Class A
7.3 Class B
7.4 Class C

8 Global Firefighting Foam Market by, Material Type
8.1 Overview
8.2 Surfactant
8.3 Fluorosurfactant
8.4 Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA)
8.5 Other Material Types
8.5.1 Fluorotelomers
8.5.2 Glycol and Gums

9 Global Firefighting Foam Market by, Expansion
9.1 Overview
9.2 Low
9.3 Medium
9.4 High

10 Global Firefighting Foam Market by, End User
10.1 Overview
10.2 Automotive
10.3 Aviation
10.4 Chemical
10.5 Heavy Industries
10.6 Marine
10.7 Mining
10.8 Oil and Gas
10.9 Pharmaceutical Industry
10.10 Other End Users

11 Global Firefighting Foam Market by, Geography
11.1 Overview
11.2 North America
11.2.1 US
11.2.2 Canada
11.2.3 Mexico
11.3 Europe
11.3.1 Germany
11.3.2 France
11.3.3 UK
11.3.4 Italy
11.3.5 Spain
11.3.6 Rest of Europe
11.4 Asia Pacific
11.4.1 China
11.4.2 Japan
11.4.3 India
11.4.4 South Korea
11.4.5 Australia
11.4.6 New Zealand
11.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific
11.5 South America
11.5.1 Brazil
11.5.2 Argentina
11.5.3 Chile
11.5.4 Rest of South America
11.6 Middle East & Africa
11.6.1 UAE
11.6.2 Saudi Arabia
11.6.3 Qatar
11.6.4 Iran
11.6.5 South Africa
11.6.6 Rest of Middle East & Africa

12 Key Developments

13 Company Profiling
13.1 Angus Fire
13.1.1 Business Overview
13.1.2 Product/Service Offering
13.1.3 Financial Overview
13.1.4 SWOT Analysis
13.1.5 Key Activities
13.2 Dafo Fometec AB
13.3 Dr. Sthamer
13.4 Eau & Feu
13.5 Fireade Inc
13.6 Foamtech Antifire
13.7 Johnson Controls
13.8 Kerr Fire
13.9 NAFFCO
13.10 National Foam
13.11 Perimeter Solutions
13.12 SFFECO Global