Calibration Services Global Market Report 2024

The calibration services market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $6.33 billion in 2023 to $6.82 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9%. Historical growth was driven by several factors, including the need for environmental monitoring and control, increased demand from the aviation and aerospace industries, advancements in scientific research and development, the growth and evolution of the healthcare sector, and expansions within manufacturing sectors.

The calibration services market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $9.18 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. Anticipated growth in the upcoming period can be linked to the swift digital transformation in manufacturing, the expansion of aerospace and defense industries, the emergence of smart cities and infrastructure projects, the growth of the renewable energy sector, and the rising demand within the healthcare and medical devices industries. Major trends expected in this forecast period encompass remote and on-demand calibration services, the integration of automation and robotics in calibration processes, the utilization of data analytics for predictive maintenance, the implementation of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) calibration solutions, and the integration of calibration management software.

The calibration services market is poised for substantial growth, primarily propelled by the swift pace of industrialization. This acceleration in industrialization is fueled by various factors including the creation of job opportunities, a push for education, training, research initiatives, and overall industrial expansion. This surge results in heightened activities within industries and manufacturing sectors, leading to an increased output of products that necessitate rigorous testing and verification for their intended functionalities. The demand for calibration services skyrockets as these products and materials require precise testing to ensure accuracy and optimal performance before being deployed for their intended purposes. For instance, data from the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) in 2022 revealed a 4.2% year-on-year growth in global manufacturing production, while industrial economies exhibited a parallel annual output growth of 4.1%. Subsequent quarters witnessed a consistent rise, with increments of 3.6% and 6.1% respectively, signifying sustained industrial expansion. Correspondingly, YCharts reported a 3.68% year-on-year growth in US industrial production for 2022, surpassing the long-term average of 3.58%. This rapid industrialization trajectory is poised to be a key driver fueling the expansion of the calibration services market.

The escalating demand for quality and inspection equipment is poised to be a significant driver in propelling the growth trajectory of the calibration services market. These specialized tools and devices serve the crucial function of evaluating and verifying products or processes against predefined standards, ensuring their alignment with specific quality benchmarks through rigorous examination and precise measurements. Within calibration services, these quality and inspection devices play a pivotal role in guaranteeing the accuracy and precision of the equipment undergoing calibration. Utilizing measuring instruments such as calipers, gauges, and hardness testers is integral in the calibration process, ensuring the equipment meets required tolerances and adheres to specified standards. For instance, as of May 2022, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a median annual wage of $43,900 for quality control inspectors, projecting a 4% increase in employment from 2022 to 2032. This surge in demand for quality and inspection equipment, indispensable in guaranteeing product integrity and compliance, is expected to be a driving force in fostering the growth of the calibration services market.

The calibration services market is witnessing a significant trend centered around the adoption of innovative products, a move crucial for service providers to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of their calibration services. Embracing advanced calibration machine solutions has become a priority, aiming to deliver heightened accuracy and repeatability in services offered to clientele. This strategic focus on providing superior calibration services equips market participants to assert their leadership position and gain a competitive edge. Renishaw PLC, for instance, a UK-based specialist in coordinate-measuring machines and machine tool products, unveiled a groundbreaking CNC probe calibration machine in July 2022. This innovation, featuring the ACS-1 (Advanced Calibration Sphere), revolutionizes CNC machine tool probe calibration by significantly enhancing accuracy and repeatability. The ACS-1 leverages a magnetic base securing it to the machine tool's table or chuck, simplifying calibration by eliminating manual steps. Through the plunger's precise positioning and locking mechanism, it establishes an exact datum surface using a test bar or other defined instruments. The calibration disk on the lockable plunger further enables precise calibration of the entire probe length. Embracing such innovative machines empowers market players to deliver highly efficient and effective calibration services, thus solidifying their competitive standing in the industry.

Leading companies within the calibration services domain are actively innovating by incorporating advanced technologies into their product offerings, notably ground-based augmentation systems (GBAS), to ensure customers receive reliable and enhanced services. GBAS, designed to enhance the accuracy, integrity, and availability of Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) such as GPS, finds primary application in aviation contexts. Rohde & Schwarz, a Germany-based company, made strides in this direction by introducing the R&S EVSD1000 VHF/UHF NAV/drone analyzer in March 2023. This cutting-edge solution specifically caters to precise and efficient inspection of terrestrial navigation and communication systems tailored for drones. The analyzer's role in streamlining the inspection of air navigation and communication signals for drones significantly contributes to advancing the calibration services market. Such innovations, integrating groundbreaking technologies such as GBAS, underscore the commitment of industry leaders to deliver robust and precise calibration solutions, thus bolstering the overall growth trajectory of the market.

In June 2022, Transcat Inc., a prominent US-based entity specializing in test and measurement equipment and calibration services for technically advanced sectors, successfully completed the acquisition of Alliance Calibration LLC for a sum totaling $4.7 million. This strategic acquisition amplifies Transcat Inc.'s scope, enabling the exploration of diverse opportunities and the expansion of its product and service portfolio across several industries. Alliance Calibration LLC, a US-based company renowned for its expertise in calibrating precision measurement and control instrumentation, caters to clientele in sectors encompassing life sciences, chemical, aerospace, and general industrial markets. This acquisition significantly bolsters Transcat Inc.'s offerings, facilitating a more comprehensive reach across key industries such as life sciences, power generation, aerospace and defense, manufacturing, and food and beverage production, reinforcing its position as a leader in the calibration services landscape.

Major companies operating in the calibration services market report are Siemens Aktiengesellschaft, General Electric, Danaher Corporation, Asea Brown Boveri Ltd, Eaton Corporation, Keysight Technologies Inc., Ametek Inc., Fluke Corporation, Optimal Calibration, Mettler-Toledo International Inc., Endress+Hauser AG, Yokogawa Electric Corporation, Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co KG, Tektronix Inc., WIKA Alexander Wiegand SE & Co. KG, National Technical Systems, Trescal Holdings Inc., Industrial Physics, Beamex Oy Ab, Transcat Inc., Instron Corporation, Micro Precision Calibration Inc., Cole-Parmer Instrument Company LLC, Simco Electronics, Anton Paar GmbH, Chauvin Arnoux Group, Gagemaker LP, Tradinco Instruments, American Calibration Inc., Optical Test and Calibration Ltd., Instrumentation Laboratory, Pruftechnik, Flir Systems, Global Beam Technologies, Intertek Group PLC, Nagman Instrumentation & Electronics.

Europe was the largest region in the calibration services market share in 2023. The regions covered in the calibration services market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the calibration services market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Calibration services primarily encompass three service types: in-house, OEMs (original equipment manufacturer), and third-party services. In-house calibration involves companies conducting equipment and instrument calibration internally, leveraging engineers trained in calibration processes. This approach aims to maintain the accuracy of instruments and equipment, ensuring consistent and precise measurements in various testing applications. Calibration spans multiple types, including electrical, mechanical, thermodynamic, physical or dimensional, and others, serving industries such as electronics manufacturing, communication, aerospace and defense, automotive, and more.

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The calibration services market includes revenues earned by entities by providing pressure, and temperature and flow calibrations that are required for consistent performance, accuracy, and repeatability in operations. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.


The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.