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    Structured Cabling Market

    ID: MRFR/ICT/1665-CR
    100 Pages
    Shubham Munde
    March 2023

    Structured Cabling Market Research Report Information By Wire Category (Category 5e, Category 6, Category 7), By Application (LAN & WAN), By Product Type (Copper, Co-Axil) And By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, And Rest Of The World) –Market Forecast Till 2035

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    Structured Cabling Market Summary

    As per Market Research Future Analysis, the Global Structured Cabling Market was valued at USD 14.1 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach USD 21.5963289 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 6.28% from 2023 to 2030. Key drivers include the rising demand for high-speed connectivity devices, cloud services, and 5G network penetration. However, the market faces challenges from fluctuating raw material prices and competition from wireless communication systems. The North American region is expected to dominate the market, driven by significant investments in communication infrastructure and data center expansion.

    Key Market Trends & Highlights

    The Structured Cabling Market is witnessing several key trends that are shaping its growth trajectory.

    • Category 6 cabling accounted for 52% of market revenue in 2022.
    • LAN segment dominated with over 80.0% revenue share in 2022.
    • Copper cables held more than 70% revenue share in 2022.
    • Asia-Pacific is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2023 to 2030.

    Market Size & Forecast

    2022 Market Size USD 14.1 Billion
    2023 Market Size USD 14.98548 Billion
    2030 Market Size USD 21.5963289 Billion
    CAGR (2023-2030) 6.28%

    Major Players

    Key players include CommScope Inc., TE Connectivity, Nexans SA, Panduit Corp., Corning Inc., and ABB Ltd.

    Structured Cabling Market Trends

    Increasing demand for high-speed connectivity device systems is driving market growth

    The main factors enhancing the growth of the structured cabling market are the rising demand for high-speed connectivity devices and data center expansion. Furthermore, increased demand due to technological advancements drives the structured cabling market. On the other hand, the emergence of wireless communication systems limits the market growth. On the contrary, expanding the IT and telecom sectors and increasing investment in the Asia-Pacific region are expected to drive the upcoming opportunities for the market. The Structured Cabling Market is expected to boom due to increased investment in communication infrastructure and data center convergence.

    Furthermore, rising demand for high-speed connectivity devices and systems drives the market growth. However, the Global structured cabling industry is hampered by fluctuating raw material prices.

    On the contrary, the structured cabling industry is expected to benefit from the growing acceptance of 5G technology and improved broadband infrastructure worldwide. The growing demand for high-speed connectivity, 5G, and Wi-Fi 6 cabling systems is driving the growth of the structured cabling market. Additionally, increasing Global adoption and investment in 5G and wireless technologies aids market growth. According to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), investment in wireless technologies in the United States is expected to reach around USD 600 billion by 2020, owing to the increasing adoption of wireless devices and 5G technologies.

    Rising enterprise acceptance and investment in 5G technologies, edge computing, and cloud computing is a market trend. For example, In July 2022, Lumen Technologies planned to invest in edge networking to expand and develop its edge computing solutions in Europe. The company intended to provide low-latency cloud computing and edge computing platforms for businesses that require high bandwidth and data-intensive applications. An increase in Global investment in edge computing, cloud computing, and 5G wireless technologies is expected to create ample opportunity for market growth.

    It is widely used in organizations to improve internet connectivity. 5G networks and edge computing networking applications require cabling for improved internet connectivity. Global investment in such technologies is expected to drive market growth. Thus, driving the Structured Cabling Market revenue.

    The ongoing evolution of communication technologies appears to drive a robust demand for structured cabling systems, which are increasingly recognized as essential infrastructure for modern connectivity.

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    Structured Cabling Market Drivers

    Rising Demand for High-Speed Connectivity

    The Global Structured Cabling Market Industry experiences a notable surge in demand for high-speed connectivity solutions. As businesses increasingly rely on data-intensive applications, the need for robust cabling infrastructure becomes paramount. In 2024, the market is projected to reach 15.4 USD Billion, driven by the proliferation of cloud computing and IoT devices. This trend suggests that organizations are investing significantly in structured cabling systems to enhance network performance and reliability. The anticipated growth trajectory indicates a compound annual growth rate of 6.03% from 2025 to 2035, highlighting the critical role of structured cabling in supporting modern communication needs.

    Market Segment Insights

    Structured Cabling Market Wire Category Insights

    Based on the wired category, the Structured Cabling Market segmentation includes category 5e, category 6, and category 7. Category 6 dominated the market, accounting for 52% of market revenue. Category 6 is less expensive than its upgraded module. Category 6 cabling is also backward compatible with the Category 5/5e standard.

    Figure 2: STRUCTURED CABLING MARKET SHARE BY WIRE CATEGORY 2022 (2022-2030)

    Source Secondary Research, Primary Research, Market Research Future Database and Analyst Review

    Structured Cabling Market by Application Insights

    Based on application, the Structured Cabling Market segmentation includes LAN & WAN. The LAN segment dominated the market with over 80.0% revenue share in 2022. The current trend is expected to continue throughout the forecast period. As the demand for high-speed networks grows, the network is fragmented into smaller parts with shorter cable lengths to facilitate high data speed. Because the data is fragmented into smaller chunks, LAN allows for high data transmission speeds. The LAN cable market is expected to grow significantly due to the performance of several market sectors.

    The category six cable sector will be the fastest-growing among the others, contributing significantly to the expansion of the LAN cable market, which has enhanced the Structured Cabling Market CAGR across the globe in recent years.

    Structured Cabling Market By Product Insights

    Based on products, the Structured Cabling Market data includes copper & co-axial. The copper category dominated the market with a more than 70% revenue share in 2022. Over the period, the copper cables segment is expected to lead the global market for structured cabling. Copper cables are ideal for short and medium-distance transmission. Constant technological advancements in copper cables are the primary factor driving the global segment's growth in implants for Structured Cabling Market, positively impacting the market growth.

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    Regional Insights

    By Region, the study provides market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Rest of the World. The North American structured cabling market area will dominate this market. The presence of several key players in North America is one of the key driving factors for the growth of the North American Structured Cabling Market.

    Further, the major countries studied in the market report are The U.S., Canada, German, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil.

    Figure 3: STRUCTURED CABLING MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2022 (%)

    STRUCTURED CABLING MARKET SHARE BY REGION

    Source Secondary Research, Primary Research, Market Research Future Database and Analyst Review

    Europe’s Structured Cabling Market is expected to grow at a moderate CAGR due to the leading players' rising cloud infrastructure and data center-related investment. In addition, the European Union is investing in smart city projects and developing advanced communication infrastructure in countries such as Italy, Sweden, Germany, the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands. Further, the German Structured Cabling Market held the largest market share, and the UK Structured Cabling Market was the fastest-growing market in the European region.

    The Asia-Pacific Structured Cabling Market is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2023 to 2030. This is because government initiatives to promote digitization, advanced infrastructure, rising population, accelerated adoption of smart devices, and investments in cloud and IoT technologies are expected to drive regional market growth. The APAC region is led by developing economies such as China and Japan. The increased use of the Internet in these countries is leading to an increase in the number of broadcast activities. This, in turn, is expected to drive the regional market over the forecast period.

    Further, the India Structured Cabling Market held the largest market share, and the China Structured Cabling Market was the fastest-growing market in this region.

    Key Players and Competitive Insights

    Leading market players are investing heavily in research and development to expand their product lines, which will help the Structured Cabling Market grow even more. Market participants are also undertaking various strategic activities to expand their Global footprint, with important market developments including new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, higher investments, and collaboration with other organizations. The Structured Cabling industry must offer cost-effective items to expand and survive in a more competitive and rising market climate.

    Manufacturing locally to minimize operational costs is one of the key business tactics manufacturers use in the Global Structured Cabling industry to benefit clients and increase the market sector. Major players in the Structured Cabling Market, including CommScope Inc., TE Connectivity, Nexans SA, Panduit Corp., Corning Inc., ABB Ltd., and others, are attempting to increase market demand by investing in research and development operations.

    TE Connectivity, a technology company based in the United States and Switzerland, designs and manufactures connectors and sensors for various industries, including automotive, industrial equipment, data communication systems, aerospace, defense, medical, oil and gas, consumer electronics, and energy. TE Connectivity employs 89,000 people worldwide, including over 8,000 engineers. Customers are served in approximately 140 countries. Body and chassis systems, convenience applications, driver information, infotainment, miniaturization, motor and powertrain applications, and safety and security systems all use TE products. In-vehicle technologies, battery technologies, and charging are all part of hybrid and electronic mobility.

    TE's products are also used in on- and off-highway vehicles and recreational transportation, such as construction, agriculture, buses, and other vehicles. Sensors are available from TE for various industries, including automotive, industrial equipment, commercial transportation, medical, aerospace, defense, and consumer applications.

    Also, Corning Incorporated is a multinational technology company based in the United States specializing in specialty glass, ceramics, and related materials and technologies, including advanced optics, primarily for industrial and scientific applications. Corning Glass Works was the company's name until 1989. Corning sold the Corning Consumer Products Company subsidiary (now known as Corelle Brands) to Borden in 1998, divesting its consumer product lines (including CorningWare and Visions Pyroceram-based cookware, Corelle Vitrelle tableware, and Pyrex glass bakeware). Corning's major business sectors in 2014 were display technologies, environmental technologies, life sciences, optical communications, and specialty materials.

    Dow Corning and Pittsburgh Corning are two joint ventures in which Corning is involved. Corning spun off Quest Diagnostics and Covance in 1996. Corning is a major supplier to Apple Inc. Corning has developed and manufactured Gorilla Glass, used by many smartphone manufacturers, since working with Steve Jobs in 2007 to develop the iPhone. It is one of the world's largest glass manufacturers. Corning received four National Medals of Technology and Innovation for product and process innovations.

    Key Companies in the Structured Cabling Market market include

    Industry Developments

    • Q2 2024: Belden launches new REVConnect 10GXW System for Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 applications Belden introduced the REVConnect 10GXW System, a new structured cabling solution designed to support Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 wireless access points, aiming to address the growing demand for high-speed, reliable connectivity in enterprise environments.
    • Q2 2024: Leviton Expands Network Solutions Portfolio with New Cat 6A Shielded System Leviton announced the launch of its new Cat 6A shielded structured cabling system, targeting data centers and enterprise networks requiring enhanced electromagnetic interference protection and higher bandwidth.
    • Q2 2024: Panduit Opens New Manufacturing Facility in Mexico to Meet Structured Cabling Demand Panduit inaugurated a new manufacturing facility in Monterrey, Mexico, to increase production capacity for its structured cabling products, supporting growth in the North American and Latin American markets.
    • Q2 2024: Siemon Announces Partnership with NTT to Deliver Advanced Data Center Cabling Solutions Siemon entered into a partnership with NTT to provide advanced structured cabling solutions for NTT’s global data center projects, focusing on high-density fiber and copper infrastructure.
    • Q3 2024: CommScope Appoints New Senior Vice President of Global Enterprise Solutions CommScope announced the appointment of a new Senior Vice President to lead its Global Enterprise Solutions division, which includes the company’s structured cabling business.
    • Q3 2024: Nexans acquires U.S.-based structured cabling firm Superior Essex Communications Nexans completed the acquisition of Superior Essex Communications, a U.S.-based manufacturer of structured cabling products, to strengthen its position in the North American market.
    • Q3 2024: Corning Launches EDGE Rapid Connect Solution for Hyperscale Data Centers Corning introduced the EDGE Rapid Connect solution, a new pre-terminated fiber cabling system designed to accelerate deployment and improve scalability in hyperscale data centers.
    • Q3 2024: Belden Announces $50 Million Investment to Expand Richmond, Indiana Facility Belden announced a $50 million investment to expand its manufacturing facility in Richmond, Indiana, increasing production capacity for structured cabling and connectivity products.
    • Q4 2024: Legrand acquires UK-based structured cabling specialist Excel Networking Legrand acquired Excel Networking, a UK-based structured cabling company, to enhance its portfolio and expand its presence in the European structured cabling market.
    • Q4 2024: Siemon Launches LightVerse High-Density Fiber Platform for Data Centers Siemon launched the LightVerse platform, a new high-density fiber cabling solution designed for large-scale data centers and cloud infrastructure providers.
    • Q1 2025: CommScope Wins Multi-Million Dollar Structured Cabling Contract with Major U.S. Bank CommScope secured a multi-million dollar contract to provide structured cabling solutions for a major U.S. bank’s nationwide branch modernization program.
    • Q1 2025: Nexans announces €100 million investment in new structured cabling plant in Germany Nexans announced a €100 million investment to build a new structured cabling manufacturing plant in Germany, aiming to meet growing demand in the European market.

    Future Outlook

    Structured Cabling Market Future Outlook

    The Global Structured Cabling Market is projected to grow at a 6.03% CAGR from 2024 to 2035, driven by increasing demand for high-speed data transmission and smart building technologies.

    New opportunities lie in:

    • Invest in advanced fiber optic technologies to enhance data transmission speeds. Develop integrated solutions for smart buildings to capitalize on IoT trends. Expand services in emerging markets to leverage growing infrastructure investments.

    By 2035, the Structured Cabling Market is expected to be robust, reflecting substantial growth and innovation.

    Market Segmentation

    Structured Cabling Product Outlook

    • Copper
    • Co-Axial

    Structured Cabling Regional Outlook

    • {""=>["US"
    • "Canada"]}
    • {""=>["Germany"
    • "France"
    • "UK"
    • "Italy"
    • "Spain"
    • "Rest of Europe"]}
    • {""=>["China"
    • "Japan"
    • "India"
    • "Australia"
    • "South Korea"
    • "Rest of Asia-Pacific"]}
    • {""=>["Middle East"
    • "Africa"
    • "Latin America"]}

    Structured Cabling Wire Category Outlook

    • Category 5e
    • Category 6
    • Category 7

     Structured Cabling Application Outlook

    • LAN
    • WAN

    Report Scope

    Attribute/MetricDetails
    Market Size 2022USD 14.1 billion
    Market Size 2023USD 14.98548 billion
    Market Size 2030USD 21.5963289 billion
    Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR)6.28% (2023-2030)
    Base Year2022
    Market Forecast Period2023-2030
    Historical Data2019- 2021
    Market Forecast UnitsValue (USD Billion)
    Report CoverageRevenue Forecast, Market Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends
    Segments CoveredWire Category, Application, Product Type and Region
    Geographies CoveredNorth America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World
    Countries CoveredThe U.S., Canada, German, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil
    Key Companies ProfiledCommScope Inc., TE Connectivity, Nexans SA, Panduit Corp., Corning Inc., ABB Ltd.  
    Key Market OpportunitiesGrowing 5G technology acceptance and improved broadband infrastructure worldwide are expected to create lucrative opportunities for the structured cabling industry.
    Key Market DynamicsThe factors influencing the growth of the structured cabling market are rising demand for high-speed connectivity devices and data center expansion.

    Market Highlights

    Author
    Shubham Munde
    Research Analyst Level II

    With a technical background in information technology & semiconductors, Shubham has 4.5+ years of experience in market research and analytics with the tasks of data mining, analysis, and project execution. He is the POC for our clients, for their consulting projects running under the ICT/Semiconductor domain. Shubham holds a Bachelor’s in Information and Technology and a Master of Business Administration (MBA). Shubham has executed over 150 research projects for our clients under the brand name Market Research Future in the last 2 years. His core skill is building the research respondent relation for gathering the primary information from industry and market estimation for niche markets. He is having expertise in conducting secondary & primary research, market estimations, market projections, competitive analysis, analysing current market trends and market dynamics, deep-dive analysis on market scenarios, consumer behaviour, technological impact analysis, consulting, analytics, etc. He has worked on fortune 500 companies' syndicate and consulting projects along with several government projects. He has worked on the projects of top tech brands such as IBM, Google, Microsoft, AWS, Meta, Oracle, Cisco Systems, Samsung, Accenture, VMware, Schneider Electric, Dell, HP, Ericsson, and so many others. He has worked on Metaverse, Web 3.0, Zero-Trust security, cyber-security, blockchain, quantum computing, robotics, 5G technology, High-Performance computing, data centers, AI, automation, IT equipment, sensors, semiconductors, consumer electronics and so many tech domain projects.

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    FAQs

    How much is the structured cabling market?

    The Structured Cabling Market size was valued at USD 14.1 Billion in 2022.

    What is the growth rate of the structured cabling market?

    The global market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.28% during the forecast period, 2023-2030.

    Which region held the largest market share in the structured cabling market?

    North America had the largest share of the global market

    Who are the key players in the structured cabling market?

    The key players in the market are CommScope Inc., TE Connectivity, Nexans SA, Panduit Corp., Corning Inc., and ABB Ltd.

    Which wire category led the structured cabling market?

    Category 6 dominated the market in 2022.

    Which product type had the largest market share in the structured cabling market?

    The copper type had the largest share of the global market.

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