Leak Detection and Repair Global Market Report 2024

The leak detection and repair market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $18.89 billion in 2023 to $20.03 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.0%. The expansion observed in the historical period can be attributed to the heightened usage of leak detection and repair (IDAR) systems, a rise in investments in oil and gas exploration in developing countries, and overall economic growth.

The leak detection and repair market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $25.05 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be ascribed to the heightened usage of leak detection and repair (IDAR) systems, an increase in investments in oil and gas exploration in developing countries, and overall economic growth. Key trends expected in the forecast period involve an increase in leak detection and repair (IDAR) systems usage, growing investments in oil and gas exploration in developing countries, and continued economic growth.

The growth of the leak detection and repair market is anticipated to be propelled by the increasing activities in exploration and production for oil and gas. Exploration and production (E&P) activities involve the processes of discovering and extracting hydrocarbons from beneath the Earth's surface, including oil and natural gas. These activities play a significant role in addressing environmental and operational challenges associated with hydrocarbon extraction. A survey report published by S&P Global in March 2022 revealed substantial increases in production, capital expenditures, employment, and operating costs in the oil and gas exploration industry during Q1. Approximately 52% of respondents reported a rise in oil production, while 47% reported an increase in natural gas production for the quarter, indicating the driving force of increasing exploration and production activities in the leak detection and repair market.

The anticipated market growth is further accentuated by growing worldwide regulatory support aimed at reducing methane emissions. Regulatory support involves the assistance and guidance provided by regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with laws, rules, and standards in a particular industry. Such support creates a framework that encourages and enforces responsible environmental practices. The Global Methane Pledge, announced during COP26 in November 2021, calls for a commitment to reducing global methane emissions by at least 30% by 2030 compared to 2020 levels. This effort focuses on repairing methane leaks from oil and gas infrastructure, driving the demand for gas detection equipment. Governments worldwide are implementing stringent regulations to decrease methane emissions, fueling the growth of the leak detection and repair market.

A key trend gaining popularity in the leak detection and repair market is technological advancement. Companies are introducing new products with innovative technologies to enhance user experiences. For instance, Bitspower, a Taiwan-based supplier of water-cooling equipment, launched the Bitspower Digital Leak Detector in March 2022. This handheld device enables water-cooling enthusiasts to quickly and accurately check for leaks, featuring a digital pressure gauge and an integrated hand-operated air pump for system pressurization.

Collaboration between leak detection and repair manufacturing companies and industrial manufacturing and technology companies is on the rise, leading to the production of advanced leak detection solutions that enhance safety measures. For example, in August 2021, Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) signed a $12 million agreement with Bridger Photonics, Inc., a high-tech laser company. SoCalGas is utilizing Bridger's Gas Mapping LiDAR to identify and measure methane emissions in its distribution area. Similarly, Clean Air Engineering, Inc., a global provider of technical goods and services, entered into a channel partnership agreement with Picarro, Inc., combining ethylene oxide monitoring technology with service industries to offer innovative solutions for measurement and monitoring.

In December 2021, Battery Ventures, a technology-focused investment firm based in the US, acquired LI-COR Biosciences for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is expected to contribute to the organic growth and expanded market presence of both companies. LI-COR, a US-based company, is a manufacturer of gas leak analysis devices.

Major companies operating in the leak detection and repair market report are Honeywell, AECOM, Ball Corporation, Advisian, LI-COR, Inc., Physical Sciences, Inc., ABB Ltd., Bridger Photonics, Inc., Boreal Laser Inc., Picarro Inc., Thomson & Thomson, Hermann Sewerin Gmbh, Spectrum Technologies, General Oceanics Inc., Ningbo Kingdun Electronic Industry Co.,Ltd., Microdrones, Aliaxis, Psi Software Ag, Hima, Ion Science Ltd., Gasera Ltd., Geotech-Logis Group Of Companies, Rosgeo, Tng-Group Gazprom Georesource, Gf Instruments Sro, Get S.R.O., Dias Airborne, Dod Technologies Inc., Butler Plumbing Heating & Gasfitting Ltd., Canadian Leak Detection Of Toronto, Bertin Instruments, Teledyne Gas And Flame Detection, Control Instruments Corporation, Cerex Monitoring Solutions, Llc., Msa Safety, Aegea, Takadu, Krohne, Aerzener Maschinenfabrik Gmbh, Ametek Process Instruments, Labconco Corporation, Envea, Qed Environmental Systems, Dilo Armaturen Und Anlagen Gmbh, Perma-Pipe, Inc., Leak Detection Pros East Rand,, Centmark - Gas Detection Specialists, National Leak Detection.

North America was the largest region in the leak detection and repair market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the leak detection and repair market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the leak detection and repair market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The primary product types within leak detection and repair include handheld gas detectors, UAV-based detectors, vehicle-based detectors, and manned aircraft detectors. Handheld gas detectors are portable devices typically powered by batteries and worn or carried by individuals. They are utilized for detecting poisonous or flammable gases and monitoring oxygen levels in confined spaces. The components of leak detection and repair comprise both equipment and services. Various technologies employed in this context include volatile organic compounds (VOC) analyzers, optical gas imaging (OGI), laser absorption spectroscopy, ambient/mobile leak monitoring, acoustic leak detection, and audio-visual-olfactory inspection.

The leak detection and repair market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides leak detection and repair market statistics, including leak detection and repair industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a leak detection and repair market share, detailed leak detection and repair market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the leak detection and repair industry. This leak detection and repair market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.

The leak detection and repair market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as static leak detection and dynamic leak detection. 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.