Spunbond nonwovens are fabric-like materials that are made from long fibers and are bonded together by hot press. These fabrics are flat, porous sheets made directly from separate fibers or molten plastic or plastic film. Spunbond nonwovens are not made by weaving or knitting and do not require the conversion of fibers to yarn. Nonwoven materials typically lack strength unless densified or reinforced by a backing. 1. Micromarkets are defined as the further segments and subsegments of the spunbond nonwovens market included in the report. 2. Core competencies of companies are captured in terms of their key developments and key strategies adopted by them to sustain their position in the market.