Incorporating augmented reality (AR) into utility locators is an emerging trend transforming field technicians' operations. AR applications overlay digital information onto the real-world environment, allowing technicians to visualize underground utilities in real time through AR glasses or mobile devices. This immersive experience enhances on-site decision-making, reduces errors, and improves operational efficiency. The use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or drones is gaining popularity in the utility locator market. Drones equipped with specialized sensors can survey large areas quickly and efficiently, providing a bird's-eye view of underground infrastructure. This trend expedites the mapping process, reduces the need for ground-level surveys in challenging terrains, and enhances the overall efficiency of utility detection.
The utility locator market is witnessing the development of autonomous and semi-autonomous systems that can perform certain tasks with minimal human intervention. This trend aims to improve the efficiency and accuracy of utility detection processes, reducing the workload on field technicians and expediting mapping activities. Enhanced Geographic Information System (GIS) integration is an innovative trend in utility locators. Advanced GIS capabilities allow stakeholders to visualize, analyze, and manage underground infrastructure more effectively. This innovation contributes to better-informed decision-making, especially in complex urban environments.
The UK government invests over 160 million dollars to improve infrastructure and aid local communities. The expenditure of £35.3 million for essential maintenance on the Tyne Bridge and adjacent Central Motorway, like enhancements to traffic management and cycle route facilities, will generate £130.5 million in economic benefits by enhancing local connectivity. Thus, all these factors will uplift the regional market’s expansion in the coming years.
The Germany market dominated the Europe Utility Locator Market, By Country in 2022, and would continue to be a dominant market till 2030; thereby, achieving a market value of $76.3 million by 2030. The UK market is exhibiting a CAGR of 3.9% during (2023 - 2030). Additionally, The France market would experience a CAGR of 5.6% during (2023 - 2030).
Based on Technique, the market is segmented into Electromagnetic Field, Ground Penetrating Radar, and Others. Based on Offering, the market is segmented into Equipment and Services. Based on Application, the market is segmented into Telecommunications, Water & Sewage, Electricity, Oil & Gas, Transportation, and Others. Based on countries, the market is segmented into Germany, UK, France, Russia, Spain, Italy, and Rest of Europe.
List of Key Companies Profiled
- Megger Group Limited
- USIC, LLC
- multiVIEW Locates Inc.
- Penhall Company
- SPX Technologies, Inc.
- Emerson Electric Co.
- Hexagon AB
- 3M Company
Market Report Segmentation
By Technique- Electromagnetic Field
- Ground Penetrating Radar
- Others
- Equipment
- Services
- Telecommunications
- Water & Sewage
- Electricity
- Oil & Gas
- Transportation
- Others
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Russia
- Spain
- Italy
- Rest of Europe
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Companies Mentioned
- Megger Group Limited
- USIC, LLC
- multiVIEW Locates Inc.
- Penhall Company
- SPX Technologies, Inc.
- Emerson Electric Co.
- Hexagon AB
- 3M Company
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