South Korea’s Single Axial Loose Tube Cable Market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.8% from 2025 to 2033, backed by its globally recognized leadership in high-speed internet and digital infrastructure. The country’s continuous push for 5G and 6G R&D, smart city deployments, and AI-powered infrastructure is creating substantial demand for high-performance fiber cables. Loose tube designs are especially valued for their flexibility and durability in Korea’s urban and coastal environments.
While the market is highly developed, growth could be tempered by space limitations in older metro areas and complex permitting processes. Nonetheless, opportunities lie in upgrading legacy cable networks and extending fiber connectivity to underground metro lines and smart transport hubs. A significant trend is the use of flame-retardant, halogen-free cable jackets to meet strict safety and sustainability regulations. Moreover, domestic telecom giants are pioneering the use of next-gen cables that support ultra-low latency and high data throughput.
TABLE - Korea Single Axial Loose Tube Cable Market Size & Forecast By Fiber Count 2021-2033
Fiber Count | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 | CAGR (2024-2033) |
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Up to 12 Fibers | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
13-48 Fibers | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Above 48 Fibers | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Total | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX |
Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis
TABLE - Korea Single Axial Loose Tube Cable Market Size & Forecast By Installation Type 2021-2033
Installation Type | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 | CAGR (2024-2033) |
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Aerial | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Duct | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Direct Burial | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Total | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX |
Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis
TABLE - Korea Single Axial Loose Tube Cable Market Size & Forecast By End-Use Industry 2021-2033
End-Use Industry | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 | CAGR (2024-2033) |
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Telecommunications | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Energy & Utilities | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Transportation | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Others | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Total | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX |
Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis