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Synopsis
The global market for Aviation De-icing and Anti-icing Equipment was estimated to be worth US$ 475 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 636 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 4.2% during the forecast period 2025-2031.
This report provides a comprehensive assessment of recent tariff adjustments and international strategic countermeasures on Aviation De-icing and Anti-icing Equipment cross-border industrial footprints, capital allocation patterns, regional economic interdependencies, and supply chain reconfigurations.
De-icing and anti-icing equipment refers to the range of equipment used to prevent the accumulation of snow, ice, and frost, whether by electromechanical, chemical, thermal, or pneumatic measures. These are most commonly used to remove snow and ice from aircraft and thoroughfares, but serve other limited purposes.
De-icing Equipment refers to devices or systems designed to remove existing ice accumulation from surfaces (e.g., aircraft wings, wind turbine blades, power lines) through physical or chemical methods (e.g., mechanical vibration, heating, or de-icing fluid sprays). Common technologies include electrothermal de-icing, pneumatic heating, and chemical agents (e.g., glycol-based fluids).
Anti-icing Equipment refers to devices or systems that prevent ice formation on surfaces under freezing conditions (low temperature, high humidity) through active or passive measures (e.g., surface heating, anti-ice coatings, ice-phobic materials). Typical applications include aircraft engine inlet anti-icing and ice-resistant coatings for power lines, aiming to intervene before ice adhesion occurs.
Globally, the de-icing and anti-icing equipment market in the aerospace sector is experiencing steady growth driven by increasing air traffic, stringent safety regulations, technological advancements, and changing climatic conditions. And some enterprises, like Safran, Collins Aerospace (RTX), GKN Aerospace, etc. are well-known for the wonderful performance of their de-icing and anti-icing equipment and related services.
In terms of product type, de-icing and anti-icing equipment can be divided into Mechanical De-icing System, Liquid Anti-icing System, Electro-thermal Ice Protection and others. In 2024, Electro-thermal Ice Protection accounted for a share of 61.15% in the global de-icing and anti-icing equipment market.
From the perspective of product application, Aviation De-icing and Anti-icing Equipment is widely used in Civil and Military. The Civil holds an important share in terms of Application, and it is expected to reach a value of US$ 392.81 million by 2031, at a CAGR of 4.37% during 2025 and 2031.
The global key manufacturers of Aviation De-icing and Anti-icing Equipment include Collins Aerospace (RTX), GKN Aerospace, Meggitt (Parker Hannifin), Cox & Company, Liebherr, Honeywell, Ultra PCS, Hutchinson, CAV Systems, Ice Shield (SMR Technologies), LDI - Laminar De-Ice (Villinger), etc. In 2024, the global top five players had a share approximately 68.15% in terms of revenue.
Major future trends include:
1. Integration of Intelligence and IoT Technologies
Future de-icing and anti-icing equipment will increasingly adopt IoT, AI, and big data analytics for real-time monitoring and automated control. For instance, China’s intelligent infrared wind turbine de-icing system automatically switches between anti-icing and de-icing modes based on environmental data, significantly improving efficiency. Smart vibration-based systems for power lines utilize edge computing to predict ice formation and trigger preventive measures.
2. Eco-Friendly and High-Efficiency Materials
Demand for biodegradable and chloride-free de-icing agents (e.g., potassium acetate) will rise to mitigate environmental impact1. Non-contact technologies like infrared heating and electro-pulse systems are gaining traction due to their energy efficiency. China’s infrared de-icing technology reduces energy consumption by 50% compared to traditional methods while avoiding structural modifications36.
3. Expansion into Emerging Sectors
Beyond aviation and roads, renewable energy infrastructure (e.g., wind farms and power grids) is a key growth area. Innovations such as China’s non-contact wind turbine de-icing system enhance energy output by 50% during icy conditions36. Power grid anti-icing technologies, like gravity-shift-based systems, reduce ice-related failures.
4. Regional Market Dynamics and Policy Influence
The Asia-Pacific region, led by China, is projected to grow fastest due to climate challenges and infrastructure investments. North America remains dominant, but stricter environmental regulations are driving demand for sustainable solutions.
5. Adaptation to Climate Change
Equipment must evolve to address extreme weather variability. Lightweight, low-energy solutions (e.g., AI-powered vibration systems for power lines) combined with weather prediction capabilities are critical for proactive ice management.
In summary, the aerospace de-icing market is moving towards increased efficiency, environmental responsibility, and technological innovation. The ongoing need for safer and more reliable aircraft operations in colder climates will continue to drive demand, ensuring sustained growth in the sector. Manufacturers who can offer cost-effective, scalable, and sustainable solutions will be well-positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
This report aims to provide a comprehensive presentation of the global market for Aviation De-icing and Anti-icing Equipment, focusing on the total sales volume, sales revenue, price, key companies market share and ranking, together with an analysis of Aviation De-icing and Anti-icing Equipment by region & country, by Type, and by Application.
The Aviation De-icing and Anti-icing Equipment market size, estimations, and forecasts are provided in terms of sales volume (Sets) and sales revenue ($ millions), considering 2024 as the base year, with history and forecast data for the period from 2020 to 2031. With both quantitative and qualitative analysis, to help readers develop business/growth strategies, assess the market competitive situation, analyze their position in the current marketplace, and make informed business decisions regarding Aviation De-icing and Anti-icing Equipment.
Market Segmentation
By Company
Safran
Collins Aerospace (RTX)
GKN Aerospace
Meggitt (Parker Hannifin)
Cox & Company
Liebherr
Honeywell
Ultra PCS
Hutchinson
CAV Systems
Ice Shield (SMR Technologies)
LDI - Laminar De-Ice (Villinger)
Segment by Type
Mechanical De-icing System
Liquid Anti-icing System
Electro-thermal Ice Protection
Others
Segment by Application
Civil
Military
By Region
North America
United States
Canada
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
South Korea
Southeast Asia
India
Australia
Rest of Asia-Pacific
Europe
Germany
France
U.K.
Italy
Netherlands
Nordic Countries
Rest of Europe
Latin America
Mexico
Brazil
Rest of Latin America
Middle East & Africa
Turkey
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Rest of MEA
Chapter Outline
Chapter 1: Introduces the report scope of the report, global total market size (value, volume and price). This chapter also provides the market dynamics, latest developments of the market, the driving factors and restrictive factors of the market, the challenges and risks faced by manufacturers in the industry, and the analysis of relevant policies in the industry.
Chapter 2: Detailed analysis of Aviation De-icing and Anti-icing Equipment manufacturers competitive landscape, price, sales and revenue market share, latest development plan, merger, and acquisition information, etc.
Chapter 3: Provides the analysis of various market segments by Type, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different market segments.
Chapter 4: Provides the analysis of various market segments by Application, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different downstream markets.
Chapter 5: Sales, revenue of Aviation De-icing and Anti-icing Equipment in regional level. It provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region and introduces the market development, future development prospects, market space, and market size of each country in the world.
Chapter 6: Sales, revenue of Aviation De-icing and Anti-icing Equipment in country level. It provides sigmate data by Type, and by Application for each country/region.
Chapter 7: Provides profiles of key players, introducing the basic situation of the main companies in the market in detail, including product sales, revenue, price, gross margin, product introduction, recent development, etc.
Chapter 8: Analysis of industrial chain, including the upstream and downstream of the industry.
Chapter 9: Conclusion.

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