The global sterilization services market size was estimated to be USD 10.24 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach at USD 31.48 billion by 2034 with a CAGR of 10.75% during the forecast period 2024-2034. Surge in prevalence of hospital-acquired infections, ongoing technological advancements in the application of sterilization agents and equipment within industrial settings, rising awareness regarding cleanliness, growing geriatric & pediatric population, increasing demand for effectively sterilized medical equipment & other stuff, surge in number of ICU admission rates, and rising introduction of efficient sterilization services are some of the key factors boosting the market growth.
Rising introduction of efficient sterilization services is predicted to boost the market growth during the forecast period. Sterilization services play a crucial role in eradicating undesirable microorganisms from the environment. These services employ both physical and chemical techniques to eliminate spores, microbes, and viruses. With the heightened concern in hospitals and other medical facilities about the risk of cross-infection through equipment, surfaces, patient skin, and healthcare personnel, as well as the potential contamination of pharmaceuticals and other products, the need for sterilization services has significantly grown. As a result, these services are considered an effective means to prevent microorganism growth, driving the demand for advanced technological devices in this field. For instance, in June 2023, Shimadzu Corporation and Shyld have joined forces in a strategic partnership, bringing the advanced Shyld AI Disinfection Technology into the hospital infection control market. This cutting-edge innovation has the capability to identify risks in real-time and effectively eliminate pathogens from different surfaces through the use of UV-C light. Shyld AI incorporates state-of-the-art artificial intelligence and optical technology to transform the process of indoor air and surface disinfection, providing enhanced protection for both patients and healthcare staff.
By type, sterilization validation services was the highest revenue-grossing segment in the global sterilization services market in 2023 owing to the growing inclination among Central Sterile Services Departments (CSSDs) to favor biological indicators, surge in the stringency of regulatory standards for validating sterilization processes, increasing launch of advanced biological indicators. Additionally, Contract Sterilization Services is predicted to grow at fastest CAGR during the forecast period owing to the rising demand for sterilization services across various industries, growing adoption by leading market players, and market players are increasingly prioritizing expansion as a key strategic focus. For instance, in June 2022, BGS Beta-Gamma-Service GmbH & Co KG has enlarged its laboratory in Wiehl in response to the growing demand for sterilization services in the fields of biotechnology, medicine, and diagnostics, particularly for radiation cross-linking applications.
By method, ethylene oxide (EtO) sterilization was the highest revenue-grossing segment in the global sterilization services market in 2023 owing to its cost-effectiveness & superior material compatibility compared to radiation sterilization methods and rising launch of advanced systems. Additionally, electron beam radiation sterilization is predicted to grow at fastest CAGR during the forecast period owing to the increasing adoption of advanced technologies and surge in launch of advanced systems. For instance, in February 2022, MMM Group, a German company, has introduced a new automated washer-disinfector called the UPL C-Shuttle. This innovative device is designed with improved ergonomics and workflow, catering to the needs of up to 8 washer-disinfectors. It features a prioritized loading roller conveyor, ensuring uniform equipment utilization, expandable buffer roller conveyors, and adheres to high safety standards.
By end-user, hospitals & clinics was the highest revenue-grossing segment in the global sterilization services market in 2023 owing to the rise in the number of surgical procedures conducted in clinics & hospitals has led to an increased demand for the efficient sterilization of surgical instruments, hospital rooms, & the overall environment, growing prevalence of various chronic & infectious diseases among the population, and surge in launch of new products. For instance, in March 2022, Sterifre Medical has unveiled the Aura device, an automated point-of-care disinfection system. This system utilizes hydrogen peroxide and activated oxygen to disinfect various medical equipment, including stethoscopes, sensors, pumps, and other items. Additionally, medical device companies is predicted to grow at fastest CAGR during the forecast period owing to the increasing demand for sterile medical instruments & products, rising technological development in healthcare industry, and surge in the implementation of stringent regulations by various government bodies concerning sterilization.
North America region is anticipated for the highest revenue share during the forecast period owing to the rising number of patient admission rates, growing hospital-acquired infections, surge in technological advancements in healthcare facilities, increasing funding from government & private bodies, rising awareness regarding available technologies, strong presence of industry players, growing focus on expansion by major market players. For instance, in May 2022, Sterigenics has undertaken an expansion of its electron beam facility situated in Columbia City, Indiana. This facility, known as the Sterigenics Columbia City plant, provides essential E-beam sterilization services, contributing to the safety of pharmaceutical and medical devices used in the global healthcare industry. Additionally, Asia Pacific region is predicted to grow at fastest CAGR during the forecast period owing to the increasing prevalence of infectious & chronic diseases, expanding healthcare facilities, growing number of patient population, rising adoption by hospitals & others, and surge in partnerships & collaborations between market players. For instance, in October 2022, BD India has collaborated with the Raja Ramanna Centre for Advanced Technology (RRCAT), a government organization, to sterilize one of its medical devices, Venflon Pro, using electron beam (e-beam) technology. This sterilization process will take place at RRCAT's facility in Indore, which specializes in providing e-beam sterilization services for medical devices.
Rising introduction of efficient sterilization services is predicted to boost the market growth during the forecast period. Sterilization services play a crucial role in eradicating undesirable microorganisms from the environment. These services employ both physical and chemical techniques to eliminate spores, microbes, and viruses. With the heightened concern in hospitals and other medical facilities about the risk of cross-infection through equipment, surfaces, patient skin, and healthcare personnel, as well as the potential contamination of pharmaceuticals and other products, the need for sterilization services has significantly grown. As a result, these services are considered an effective means to prevent microorganism growth, driving the demand for advanced technological devices in this field. For instance, in June 2023, Shimadzu Corporation and Shyld have joined forces in a strategic partnership, bringing the advanced Shyld AI Disinfection Technology into the hospital infection control market. This cutting-edge innovation has the capability to identify risks in real-time and effectively eliminate pathogens from different surfaces through the use of UV-C light. Shyld AI incorporates state-of-the-art artificial intelligence and optical technology to transform the process of indoor air and surface disinfection, providing enhanced protection for both patients and healthcare staff.
By type, sterilization validation services was the highest revenue-grossing segment in the global sterilization services market in 2023 owing to the growing inclination among Central Sterile Services Departments (CSSDs) to favor biological indicators, surge in the stringency of regulatory standards for validating sterilization processes, increasing launch of advanced biological indicators. Additionally, Contract Sterilization Services is predicted to grow at fastest CAGR during the forecast period owing to the rising demand for sterilization services across various industries, growing adoption by leading market players, and market players are increasingly prioritizing expansion as a key strategic focus. For instance, in June 2022, BGS Beta-Gamma-Service GmbH & Co KG has enlarged its laboratory in Wiehl in response to the growing demand for sterilization services in the fields of biotechnology, medicine, and diagnostics, particularly for radiation cross-linking applications.
By method, ethylene oxide (EtO) sterilization was the highest revenue-grossing segment in the global sterilization services market in 2023 owing to its cost-effectiveness & superior material compatibility compared to radiation sterilization methods and rising launch of advanced systems. Additionally, electron beam radiation sterilization is predicted to grow at fastest CAGR during the forecast period owing to the increasing adoption of advanced technologies and surge in launch of advanced systems. For instance, in February 2022, MMM Group, a German company, has introduced a new automated washer-disinfector called the UPL C-Shuttle. This innovative device is designed with improved ergonomics and workflow, catering to the needs of up to 8 washer-disinfectors. It features a prioritized loading roller conveyor, ensuring uniform equipment utilization, expandable buffer roller conveyors, and adheres to high safety standards.
By end-user, hospitals & clinics was the highest revenue-grossing segment in the global sterilization services market in 2023 owing to the rise in the number of surgical procedures conducted in clinics & hospitals has led to an increased demand for the efficient sterilization of surgical instruments, hospital rooms, & the overall environment, growing prevalence of various chronic & infectious diseases among the population, and surge in launch of new products. For instance, in March 2022, Sterifre Medical has unveiled the Aura device, an automated point-of-care disinfection system. This system utilizes hydrogen peroxide and activated oxygen to disinfect various medical equipment, including stethoscopes, sensors, pumps, and other items. Additionally, medical device companies is predicted to grow at fastest CAGR during the forecast period owing to the increasing demand for sterile medical instruments & products, rising technological development in healthcare industry, and surge in the implementation of stringent regulations by various government bodies concerning sterilization.
North America region is anticipated for the highest revenue share during the forecast period owing to the rising number of patient admission rates, growing hospital-acquired infections, surge in technological advancements in healthcare facilities, increasing funding from government & private bodies, rising awareness regarding available technologies, strong presence of industry players, growing focus on expansion by major market players. For instance, in May 2022, Sterigenics has undertaken an expansion of its electron beam facility situated in Columbia City, Indiana. This facility, known as the Sterigenics Columbia City plant, provides essential E-beam sterilization services, contributing to the safety of pharmaceutical and medical devices used in the global healthcare industry. Additionally, Asia Pacific region is predicted to grow at fastest CAGR during the forecast period owing to the increasing prevalence of infectious & chronic diseases, expanding healthcare facilities, growing number of patient population, rising adoption by hospitals & others, and surge in partnerships & collaborations between market players. For instance, in October 2022, BD India has collaborated with the Raja Ramanna Centre for Advanced Technology (RRCAT), a government organization, to sterilize one of its medical devices, Venflon Pro, using electron beam (e-beam) technology. This sterilization process will take place at RRCAT's facility in Indore, which specializes in providing e-beam sterilization services for medical devices.
Segmentation: Sterilization Services Market Report 2023 - 2034
Sterilization Services Market Analysis & Forecast by Type 2023 - 2034 (Revenue USD Bn)
- Sterilization Validation Services
- Contract Sterilization Services
Sterilization Services Market Analysis & Forecast by Method 2023 - 2034 (Revenue USD Bn)
- Steam Sterilization
- Gamma Sterilization
- Electron Beam Radiation Sterilization
- Ethylene Oxide (ETO) Sterilization
- Others
Sterilization Services Market Analysis & Forecast by End-user 2023 - 2034 (Revenue USD Bn)
- Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Industry
- Medical Device Companies
- Hospitals & Clinics
- Others
Sterilization Services Market Analysis & Forecast by Region 2023 - 2034 (Revenue USD Bn)
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Europe
- Germany
- France
- UK
- Spain
- Italy
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- Australia
- South Korea
- Rest of APAC
- Latin America
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Argentina
- Rest of LATAM
- Middle East & Africa
- South Africa
- GCC
- Rest of MEA
Table of Contents
1. Research Methodology
2. Introduction
4. Market Environment Analysis
5. Market Dynamics
7. Sterilization Services Market: Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
8. Sterilization Services Market: Method Estimates & Trend Analysis
9. Sterilization Services Market: End-user Estimates & Trend Analysis
10. Regional Market Analysis
11. North America Sterilization Services Market
12. Europe Global Sterilization Services Market
13. Asia Pacific Global Sterilization Services Market
14. Latin America Global Sterilization Services Market
15. MEA Global Sterilization Services Market
16. Competitor Analysis
17. Company Profiles
Companies Mentioned
- BGS
- STERIS
- Sterigenics U.S. Llc
- DuPont.
- Noxilizer
- Cantel Medical.
- Systec GmbH
- E-BEAM Services Inc.
- 3M
- Microtrol Sterilisation Services Pvt Ltd
- Life Science Outsourcing Inc.
- Reliance Instruments Corporation
- MEDISTRI SA
- Medline Industries Inc.
- Centurion Medical Products
- Cretex Companies
- Solvay
- Stryker
- Johnson & Johnson Services Inc.
- Cosmed Group.
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 200 |
| Published | January 2024 |
| Forecast Period | 2023 - 2034 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 10.24 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 31.48 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 10.7% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 20 |
