The global cable industry market is undergoing rapid transformation, impacting diverse sectors – from construction and energy to manufacturing and telecommunications. In 2025, the market market priorities centre on three interconnected pillars: safety, energy efficiency and resistant materials under mechanical impact. These drivers shape demand for advanced cable types, particularly halogen‑free and fire‑resistant solutions.
The relevance of modern cable products is driven by the integration of innovative technological solutions into various industrial sectors, growing requirements for energy efficiency and fire safety. The ESG framework reflects the global trend toward compliance with environmental standards.These factors directly influence the quality parameters and performance characteristics of cable systems. Taken together, they define key trends that shape the selection of cable solutions:
- Cables for renewable energy systems: with the growing number of solar and wind power plants, there is an increasing demand for cable systems that are resistant to various external influences including significant temperature fluctuations. Modern cables designed for renewable energy facilities are equipped with: multilayer insulation based on cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) or ethylene-propylene rubber (EPR); moisture-blocking components that prevent water ingress; shielding layers to reduce electromagnetic interference. These technical solutions ensure reliable power transmission from generation units to connection points under variable loads and harsh environmental conditions.
- Digitalization and IoT: the growing adoption of intelligent systems – from smart homes to industrial IoT – leads to increasing demand for cables that provide high data throughput and effective protection against electromagnetic interference.
- 5G and telecommunications: the widespread implementation of 5G networks is leading to increased demand for high-frequency coaxial and fiber-optic cables capable of providing stable and high-speed data communication.
Nowadays, the current construction industry standards require the application of low-smoke and zero-halogen (LSZH) cable products, which significantly reduce risks of ignition. Such cables release minimum amounts of toxins when exposed to heat, making them a safer option.
An example of such solutions is the halogen-free polymer compound SigmaFlex®, produced by BNG company, which is part of the Brucite+ group of companies. This product provides a high rate of application of the polymer layer, the possibility of use in cables of any cross-section and compliance with strict fire safety standards. SigmaFlex® compounds are engineered for the production of fire-resistant FRHF and LS FRHF groups of cables. The range is represented by materials for all polymer layers of the cable structure: insulation, shell, filling, which comply with strict industry quality standards and fire safety requirements.
In the context of prevailing technological trends, the consumer segment of the cable market is undergoing transformation. Despite emerging innovations, conventional cable types remain dominant in electrical installation applications owing to their proven versatility and operational reliability. The most widely adopted product series include:
- VVGng-LS;
- PVC;
- ShVVP;
- KGTP-HL;
- RK.
However, new alternatives are appearing on the market, including self-diagnostic cables capable of detecting potential faults in advance and reducing the risk of failures in household electrical networks.
The application of composite materials in the production of cables has become another forward-looking solution, which makes it possible to provide increased resistance to water, chemical influences, temperature changes and mechanical damage. Such cables are increasingly being used in buildings and infrastructure facilities where operating conditions are much more difficult than standard ones.
Thus, intelligent and sustainable solutions are in demand for the cable market, where priority is given to materials that ensure a high level of fire safety, environmental friendliness and operational reliability.
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