The global laser technology market size was valued at USD 17.82 billion in 2022 and is expected to grow USD 25.6 billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 7.8% during the forecast period. The global laser technology market refers to the market for lasers, which are devices that emit highly concentrated beams of light that have a wide range of applications across various industries. The market encompasses a broad range of laser types, including gas lasers, solid-state lasers, semiconductor lasers, fiber lasers, and others.

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The global laser technology market has been growing steadily over the past decade due to the increasing demand for laser-based applications across various industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, telecommunications, and aerospace, among others. The market is expected to continue to grow in the coming years, driven by advancements in laser technology and increasing demand for laser-based applications.

Market Dynamics

Some of the key drivers of the global laser technology market include increasing demand for high-precision laser cutting and drilling in manufacturing processes, growing adoption of laser-based medical treatments and procedures, rising demand for laser-based communication systems in the telecommunications industry, and increasing investments in research and development activities related to laser technology.

Increasing demand for high-precision laser cutting and drilling in manufacturing processes: The use of lasers in manufacturing processes has increased significantly in recent years, as they offer greater precision and accuracy compared to traditional machining techniques. This has led to an increased demand for laser cutting and drilling systems across various industries, including automotive, aerospace, and electronics.

Growing adoption of laser-based medical treatments and procedures: Laser technology has revolutionized medical treatments and procedures, including laser eye surgery, laser skin resurfacing, and laser hair removal, among others. The increasing adoption of laser-based medical treatments is expected to drive the growth of the global laser technology market in the coming years.

Stringent regulatory requirements: Many applications of laser technology are subject to strict regulatory requirements, particularly in industries such as healthcare and aerospace. This can lead to increased development costs and longer time-to-market for laser-based products.

Technical challenges: Laser technology can be complex and challenging to implement, particularly in high-power or high-precision applications. This can lead to increased development costs and longer time-to-market for laser-based products.

Competition from alternative technologies: While laser technology offers many advantages over traditional technologies, there are still some applications where alternative technologies such as plasma cutting or waterjet cutting may be more cost-effective or efficient.

Lack of skilled workforce: The laser technology industry requires a highly skilled workforce with specialized knowledge and expertise. However, there is a shortage of skilled professionals in some regions, which can make it difficult for companies to find and hire the talent they need.

Advancements in laser technology: Ongoing advancements in laser technology, including the development of new laser types and improved laser systems, are expected to drive the growth of the global laser technology market. These advancements are leading to the development of new and innovative applications for laser technology across various industries.

Increasing adoption of laser-based manufacturing processes: The use of lasers in manufacturing processes has increased significantly in recent years, as they offer greater precision and accuracy compared to traditional machining techniques. This has led to an increased demand for laser cutting and drilling systems across various industries, including automotive, aerospace, and electronics.

Lasers are used in telecommunications applications to transmit data through fiber optic cables. Fiber optic cables offer several advantages over traditional copper cables, including higher bandwidth and faster data transmission speeds. Lasers are used in defense and military applications for a range of purposes, including targeting, range finding, and communication. Lasers offer several advantages over traditional technologies, including increased precision and accuracy.

Lasers are used extensively in scientific research, including applications such as spectroscopy, microscopy, and particle acceleration. Lasers offer several advantages over traditional research techniques, including increased resolution and sensitivity. Lasers are used in aerospace and aviation applications for a range of purposes, including measuring distances, detecting atmospheric conditions, and detecting foreign objects on runways.

Regional Analysis

The Middle East and Africa region is expected to grow due to the increasing demand for laser technology in the healthcare sector, particularly in countries such as Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

The Latin American market for laser technology is expected to grow due to the increasing demand for laser-based manufacturing processes in countries such as Brazil and Mexico. The region is also home to several key industries, including automotive and aerospace, that are major users of laser technology.

Competitive Analysis

Key players in the global laser technology market include Coherent, Inc., IPG Photonics Corporation, TRUMPF GmbH + Co. KG, Jenoptik AG, Lumentum Holdings Inc., Newport Corporation, and Rofin-Sinar Technologies Inc., among others.

In March 2021, Coherent Inc. announced that it had entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Lumentum Holdings Inc. in a cash and stock transaction valued at $5.7 billion. The acquisition is expected to strengthen Lumentum's position in the laser and photonics market.

In February 2021, IPG Photonics Corporation announced that it had acquired Laser Depth Dynamics Inc., a provider of in-process quality monitoring and control solutions for laser-based metal additive manufacturing. The acquisition is expected to expand IPG Photonics' offerings in the additive manufacturing market.

In January 2021, Trumpf announced that it had acquired Photonics GmbH, a provider of ultrafast laser technology solutions for scientific and industrial applications. The acquisition is expected to strengthen Trumpf's position in the ultrafast laser market.

In December 2020, Jenoptik announced that it had acquired Prodomax Automation Ltd., a provider of automation solutions for the automotive industry. The acquisition is expected to expand Jenoptik's offerings in the automotive market.

In November 2020, Coherent Inc. announced that it had acquired OR Laser, a provider of industrial laser systems for welding, marking, and engraving applications. The acquisition is expected to expand Coherent's offerings in the industrial laser market.

Segmentation Analysis of The Global Laser Technology Market 2016-2030

The report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country matrics and analyzes the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments ranging from 2016-2030. For this, CDI has segmented the global Laser Technology market report based on capacity, vehicle, application, and propulsion type along with regional analysis. 

Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

• Solid-state Lasers
• Fiber Lasers
• Ruby Lasers
• YAG Lasers
• Thin-Disk Lasers
• Gas Lasers
• CO2 Lasers
• Excimer Lasers
• He-Ne Lasers
• Argon Lasers
• Chemical Lasers
• Liquid Lasers
• Semiconductor Lasers

Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

• Laser
• System

Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

• Laser Processing
• Macroprocessing
• Cutting
• Drilling
• Welding
• Microprocessing
• Optical Communications
• Optoelectronic Devices
• Other Applications

Vertical Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

• Telecommunications
• Industrial
• Semiconductor & Electronics
• Commercial
• Aerospace & Defence
• Automotive
• Healthcare
• Other End Users

Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• North America
• US
• Canada
• Mexico
• Rest of North America
• Europe
  • Germany
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • UK
  • Nordic Countries
    • Denmark
    • Finland
    • Iceland
    • Sweden
    • Norway
  • Benelux Union
    • Belgium
    • The Netherlands
    • Luxembourg
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia-Pacific
  • Japan
  • China
  • India
  • Australia
  • South Korea
  • Southeast Asia
    • Indonesia
    • Thailand
    • Malaysia
    • Singapore
    • Rest of Southeast Asia
• Rest of Asia-Pacific
• The Middle East & Africa
• Saudi Arabia
• UAE
• Egypt
• South Africa
• Rest of the Middle East & Africa
• Latin America
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Rest of Latin America