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Sterilisation Services Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034

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  • 400 Pages
  • June 2025
  • Region: Global
  • Expert Market Research
  • ID: 6015965
The global sterilisation services market was valued at USD 3.81 billion in 2024, driven by the rise in surgeries across various specialties propelling the demand for sterilization services to ensure patient safety. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.40% during the forecast period of 2025-2034, with the values likely to reach USD 6.45 billion by 2034.

Sterilisation Services Market Overview

Sterilisation services refer to professional processes and procedures designed to eliminate or destroy all forms of microbial life, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores, from medical instruments, equipment, pharmaceuticals, food products, and other items. These services are critical in various industries, particularly healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and food processing, to ensure the safety and sterility of products and environments.

Increasing healthcare needs, including surgeries and medical procedures that require sterile environments and instruments are driving the demand for sterilisation services across the globe. The outbreak of new infectious diseases (e.g., COVID-19) have heightened the focus on infection control and sterilisation to prevent the spread of pathogens, significantly increasing the demand for sterilisation services.

Sterilisation Services Market Growth Drivers

Rising Incidence of Hospital-Acquired Infections (HAIs) is Augmenting the Market Growth

The increasing prevalence of hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) is a significant driver for the sterilization services market. HAIs, also known as nosocomial infections, occur in patients during their hospital stay and are not present at the time of admission. These infections can be caused by various pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi, and are often associated with medical procedures and devices. According to a report by the World Health Organisation, approximately 7 out of every 100 patients in high-income countries and around 15 out of every 100 patients in low- and middle-income countries are affected by HAIs during hospitalization. The report highlights that central line-associated bloodstream infections, surgical-site infections, and catheter-associated urinary tract infections are among the common types of HAIs. This underscores the critical importance of effective sterilisation services to prevent these infections and ensure patient safety.

Increase in Surgical Procedures

The global rise in the number of surgical procedures is another crucial driver for the sterilisation services market. With the increasing burden of chronic diseases and the growing need for medical interventions, the number of surgeries performed worldwide continues to escalate, driving the demand for sterilised medical instruments and environments. For instance, as per a recent report, around 310 million major surgeries are performed globally each year, with 40 to 50 million in the United States and approximately 20 million in Europe. This significant number of surgeries necessitates stringent sterilisation protocols to ensure the safety and sterility of surgical instruments and environments, thereby boosting the demand for sterilisation services.

Sterilisation Services Market Trends

The market is witnessing several trends and developments to improve the current global scenario. Some of the notable trends are as follows:

Emergence of New Infectious Diseases

Outbreaks of new infectious diseases (e.g., COVID-19) have heightened the focus on infection control and sterilisation to prevent the spread of pathogens, significantly increasing the demand for sterilisation services.

Increasing Application in the Food and Beverage Industry

Sterilisation is critical in the food and beverage industry to ensure product safety and extend shelf life. The growth of this industry is a driver for sterilization services to meet food safety standards.

Awareness and Education

Growing awareness among healthcare professionals and the general public about the importance of sterilisation in preventing infections and ensuring safety is driving the demand for these services.

Aging Population

An aging global population is leading to increased healthcare needs, including surgeries and medical procedures that require sterile environments and instruments, thus driving the demand for sterilisation services.

Sterilisation Services Market Segmentation

Sterilisation Services Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Methods

  • Ethylene Oxide (ETO) Sterilisation
  • Gamma Sterilization
  • Electron Beam Radiation Sterilisation
  • Steam Sterilisation
  • Others

Market Breakup by Service Type

  • Contract Sterilisation Services
  • Sterilisation Validation Services

Market Breakup by Mode of Delivery

  • Offsite Sterilisation Services
  • Onsite Sterilisation Services

Market Breakup by Application

  • Medical Devices
  • Laboratory Equipment
  • Packaging Materials
  • Raw Materials

Market Breakup by End User

  • Hospitals & Clinics
  • Diagnostic Centers
  • Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Companies
  • Research & Academic Institutes
  • Others

Market Breakup by Region

  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia Pacific
  • Latin America
  • Middle East and Africa

Sterilisation Services Market Share

Market Segmentation Based on Method is Anticipated to Witness Substantial Growth

By method, the market is segmented into ethylene oxide (ETO) sterilisation, gamma sterilisation, electron beam radiation sterilisation, steam sterilisation and others. Sterilisation services are increasingly used in the healthcare sector for instrument and system sterilisation activities. The steam sterilisation segment is experiencing significant growth driven by the rising use of these services to ensure the safety and sterility of medical instruments and environments, thereby contributing to its market expansion. Innovations in sterilisation technologies, such as low-temperature sterilization methods, advanced autoclaves, and more efficient chemical sterilants, are making the processes more effective and accessible, driving the adoption of these services.

Sterilisation Services Market Analysis by Region

Based on the region, the market report covers North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa. North America is dominating the market share due to the rising burden of chronic diseases, growing aging population, and the presence of an advanced healthcare infrastructure. Further, the increasing technological advancements in sterilization activities, heightened awareness surrounding better diagnostic procedures, and the surge in the adoption of sterilisation services for better results are some of the factors supporting the market growth.

Europe also holds a high sterilisation services market value driven by increasing investments in healthcare technologies and greater access to advanced medical devices. Additionally, Asia Pacific is expected to witness substantial market growth fueled by the growing patient pool and the increasing recognition of sterilisation service benefits. Increased government initiatives to improve healthcare services and the rising disposable incomes are poised to boost the region’s market share.

Leading Players in the Sterilisation Services Market

The key features of the market report include strategic initiatives such as recent funding and investments, partnerships, and collaborations by the leading players. The major companies in the market are as follows:

B. Braun Melsungen AG

B. Braun Melsungen AG, headquartered in Melsungen, Germany, is a leading global medical and pharmaceutical device company established in 1839. The company offers comprehensive sterilization services, including ethylene oxide, steam, and gamma radiation sterilization, ensuring the safety and sterility of medical devices and products. With operations in over 60 countries, B. Braun emphasizes innovation, safety, and sustainability in healthcare solutions.

STERIS

STERIS Corporation, headquartered in Mentor, Ohio, is a global leader in infection prevention and sterilization solutions, founded in 1985. The company provides a wide range of sterilisation services, including ethylene oxide, gamma radiation, and steam sterilization, catering to healthcare, pharmaceutical, and research industries. With a strong emphasis on innovation and safety, STERIS operates in over 100 countries, ensuring high standards of sterilization and infection control worldwide.

Other key players in the market include E-BEAM Services, Inc, BGS Beta-Gamma-Service GmbH & Co. KG, Sterigenics International LLC, Cretex Companies, Inc., Medistri, SA, Life Science Outsourcing, Inc., MICROTROL STERILISATION SERVICES PVT.LTD. among others.

Key Questions Answered in the Sterilisation Services Market Report

  • What was the global sterilisation services market value in 2024?
  • What is the global sterilisation services market forecast outlook for 2025-2034?
  • What are the regional markets covered in the report?
  • What is the market segmentation based on methods?
  • What is the market breakup based on mode of delivery?
  • What are the application areas of sterlisation services?
  • What are the major end users of the market?
  • What is market segmentation based on service type?
  • What are the major factors aiding the global sterilisation services market demand?
  • How has the market performed so far and how is it anticipated to perform in the coming years?
  • What are the major market trends influencing the market?
  • What are the market's major drivers, opportunities, and restraints?
  • Which regional market is expected to lead the market share in the forecast period?
  • Which country is expected to experience expedited growth during the forecast period?
  • How does the rise in the diseases and age is impacting the market size?
  • How do the technological innovations in sterilisation services affect the market landscape?
  • Which application area is expected to have a high market value in the coming years?
  • Who are the key players involved in the sterilisation services market?
  • What are the current unmet needs and challenges in the market?
  • How are partnerships, collaborations, mergers and acquisitions among the key market players shaping the market dynamics?

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Table of Contents

1 Preface
1.1 Objectives of the Study
1.2 Key Assumptions
1.3 Report Coverage - Key Segmentation and Scope
1.4 Research Methodology
2 Executive Summary
3 Global Sterilisation Services Market Overview
3.1 Global Sterilisation Services Market Historical Value (2018-2024)
3.2 Global Sterilisation Services Market Forecast Value (2025-2034)
4 Vendor Positioning Analysis
4.1 Key Vendors
4.2 Prospective Leaders
4.3 Niche Leaders
4.4 Disruptors
5 Global Sterilisation Services Market Landscape*
5.1 Global Sterilisation Services: Developers Landscape
5.1.1 Analysis by Year of Establishment
5.1.2 Analysis by Company Size
5.1.3 Analysis by Region
5.2 Global Sterilisation Services: Product Landscape
5.2.1 Analysis by Method
5.2.2 Analysis by Service Type
5.2.3 Analysis by Application
6 Global Sterilisation Services Market Dynamics
6.1 Market Drivers and Constraints
6.2 SWOT Analysis
6.2.1 Strengths
6.2.2 Weaknesses
6.2.3 Opportunities
6.2.4 Threats
6.3 PESTEL Analysis
6.3.1 Political
6.3.2 Environmental
6.3.3 Social
6.3.4 Technological
6.3.5 Ethical
6.3.6 Legal
6.4 Porter’s Five Forces Model
6.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
6.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
6.4.3 Threat of New Entrants
6.4.4 Threat of Substitutes
6.4.5 Degree of Rivalry
6.5 Key Demand Indicators
6.6 Key Price Indicators
6.7 Industry Events, Initiatives, and Trends
6.8 Value Chain Analysis
7 Global Sterilisation Services Market Segmentation (218-2034)
7.1 Global Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Method
7.1.1 Market Overview
7.1.2 Ethylene Oxide (ETO) Sterilisation
7.1.3 Gamma Sterilisation
7.1.4 Electron Beam Radiation Sterilisation
7.1.5 Steam Sterilisation
7.1.6 Others
7.2 Global Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Service Type
7.2.1 Market Overview
7.2.2 Contract Sterilisation Services
7.2.3 Sterilisation Validation Services
7.3 Global Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Mode of Delivery
7.3.1 Market Overview
7.3.2 Offsite Sterilisation Services
7.3.3 Onsite Sterilisation Services
7.4 Global Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Application
7.4.1 Market Overview
7.4.2 Medical Devices
7.4.3 Laboratory Equipment
7.4.4 Packaging Materials
7.4.5 Raw Materials
7.5 Global Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by End User
7.5.1 Market Overview
7.5.2 Hospitals & Clinics
7.5.3 Diagnostic Centers
7.5.4 Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Companies
7.5.5 Research & Academic Institutes
7.5.6 Others
7.6 Global Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Region
7.6.1 Market Overview
7.6.2 North America
7.6.3 Europe
7.6.4 Asia Pacific
7.6.5 Latin America
7.6.6 Middle East and Africa
8 North America Sterilisation Services Market (218-2034)
8.1 North America Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Method
8.1.1 Market Overview
8.1.2 Ethylene Oxide (ETO) Sterilisation
8.1.3 Gamma Sterilisation
8.1.4 Electron Beam Radiation Sterilisation
8.1.5 Steam Sterilisation
8.1.6 Others
8.2 North America Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Service Type
8.2.1 Market Overview
8.2.2 Contract Sterilisation Services
8.2.3 Sterilisation Validation Services
8.3 North America Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Mode of Delivery
8.3.1 Market Overview
8.3.2 Offsite Sterilisation Services
8.3.3 Onsite Sterilisation Services
8.4 North America Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Application
8.4.1 Market Overview
8.4.2 Medical Devices
8.4.3 Laboratory Equipment
8.4.4 Packaging Materials
8.4.5 Raw Materials
8.5 North America Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Country
8.5.1 United States of America
8.5.2 Canada
9 Europe Sterilisation Services Market (218-2034)
9.1 Europe Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Method
9.1.1 Market Overview
9.1.2 Ethylene Oxide (ETO) Sterilisation
9.1.3 Gamma Sterilisation
9.1.4 Electron Beam Radiation Sterilisation
9.1.5 Steam Sterilisation
9.1.6 Others
9.2 Europe Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Service Type
9.2.1 Market Overview
9.2.2 Contract Sterilisation Services
9.2.3 Sterilisation Validation Services
9.3 Europe Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Mode of Delivery
9.3.1 Market Overview
9.3.2 Offsite Sterilisation Services
9.3.3 Onsite Sterilisation Services
9.4 Europe Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Application
9.4.1 Market Overview
9.4.2 Medical Devices
9.4.3 Laboratory Equipment
9.4.4 Packaging Materials
9.4.5 Raw Materials
9.5 Europe Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Country
9.5.1 United Kingdom
9.5.2 Germany
9.5.3 France
9.5.4 Italy
9.5.5 Others
10 Asia Pacific Sterilisation Services Market (218-2034)
10.1 Asia Pacific Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Method
10.1.1 Market Overview
10.1.2 Ethylene Oxide (ETO) Sterilisation
10.1.3 Gamma Sterilisation
10.1.4 Electron Beam Radiation Sterilisation
10.1.5 Steam Sterilisation
10.1.6 Others
10.2 Asia Pacific Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Service Type
10.2.1 Market Overview
10.2.2 Contract Sterilisation Services
10.2.3 Sterilisation Validation Services
10.3 Asia Pacific Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Mode of Delivery
10.3.1 Market Overview
10.3.2 Offsite Sterilisation Services
10.3.3 Onsite Sterilisation Services
10.4 Asia Pacific Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Application
10.4.1 Market Overview
10.4.2 Medical Devices
10.4.3 Laboratory Equipment
10.4.4 Packaging Materials
10.4.5 Raw Materials
10.5 Asia Pacific Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Country
10.5.1 China
10.5.2 Japan
10.5.3 India
10.5.4 ASEAN
10.5.5 Australia
10.5.6 Others
11 Latin America Sterilisation Services Market (218-2034)
11.1 Latin America Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Method
11.1.1 Market Overview
11.1.2 Ethylene Oxide (ETO) Sterilisation
11.1.3 Gamma Sterilisation
11.1.4 Electron Beam Radiation Sterilisation
11.1.5 Steam Sterilisation
11.1.6 Others
11.2 Latin America Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Service Type
11.2.1 Market Overview
11.2.2 Contract Sterilisation Services
11.2.3 Sterilisation Validation Services
11.3 Latin America Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Mode of Delivery
11.3.1 Market Overview
11.3.2 Offsite Sterilisation Services
11.3.3 Onsite Sterilisation Services
11.4 Latin America Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Application
11.4.1 Market Overview
11.4.2 Medical Devices
11.4.3 Laboratory Equipment
11.4.4 Packaging Materials
11.4.5 Raw Materials
11.5 Latin America Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Country
11.5.1 Brazil
11.5.2 Argentina
11.5.3 Mexico
11.5.4 Others
12 Middle East and Africa Sterilisation Services Market (218-2034)
12.1 Middle East and Africa Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Method
12.1.1 Market Overview
12.1.2 Ethylene Oxide (ETO) Sterilisation
12.1.3 Gamma Sterilisation
12.1.4 Electron Beam Radiation Sterilisation
12.1.5 Steam Sterilisation
12.1.6 Others
12.2 Middle East and Africa Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Service Type
12.2.1 Market Overview
12.2.2 Contract Sterilisation Services
12.2.3 Sterilisation Validation Services
12.3 Middle East and Africa Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Mode of Delivery
12.3.1 Market Overview
12.3.2 Offsite Sterilisation Services
12.3.3 Onsite Sterilisation Services
12.4 Middle East and Africa Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Application
12.4.1 Market Overview
12.4.2 Medical Devices
12.4.3 Laboratory Equipment
12.4.4 Packaging Materials
12.4.5 Raw Materials
12.5 Middle East and Africa Sterilisation Services Market (2018-2034) by Country
12.5.1 Saudi Arabia
12.5.2 United Arab Emirates
12.5.3 Nigeria
12.5.4 South Africa
12.5.5 Others
13 Regulatory Framework
13.1 Regulatory Overview
13.2 US FDA
13.3 EU EMA
13.4 INDIA CDSCO
13.5 JAPAN PMDA
13.6 Others
14 Strategic Initiatives
14.1 Analysis by Partnership Instances
14.2 Analysis by Type of Partnership and Collaborations
14.3 Analysis by Joint Ventures
14.4 Analysis by Leading Players
14.5 Analysis by Geography
15 Supplier Landscape
15.1 Market Share Analysis, By Region (Top 5 Companies)
15.1.1 Market Share Analysis: Global
15.1.2 Market Share Analysis: North America
15.1.3 Market Share Analysis: Europe
15.1.4 Market Share Analysis: Asia Pacific
15.1.5 Market Share Analysis: Others
15.2 B. Braun Melsungen AG
15.2.1 Financial Analysis
15.2.2 Product Portfolio
15.2.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.2.4 Mergers and Acquisitions
15.2.5 Certifications
15.3 E-BEAM Services, Inc.
15.3.1 Financial Analysis
15.3.2 Product Portfolio
15.3.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.3.4 Mergers and Acquisitions
15.3.5 Certifications
15.4 STERIS
15.4.1 Financial Analysis
15.4.2 Product Portfolio
15.4.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.4.4 Mergers and Acquisitions
15.4.5 Certifications
15.5 BGS Beta-Gamma-Service GmbH & Co. KG
15.5.1 Financial Analysis
15.5.2 Product Portfolio
15.5.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.5.4 Mergers and Acquisitions
15.5.5 Certifications
15.6 Sterigenics International LLC
15.6.1 Financial Analysis
15.6.2 Product Portfolio
15.6.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.6.4 Mergers and Acquisitions
15.6.5 Certifications
15.7 Cretex Companies, Inc .
15.7.1 Financial Analysis
15.7.2 Product Portfolio
15.7.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.7.4 Mergers and Acquisitions
15.7.5 Certifications
15.8 Medistri, SA
15.8.1 Financial Analysis
15.8.2 Product Portfolio
15.8.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.8.4 Mergers and Acquisitions
15.8.5 Certifications
15.9 Life Science Outsourcing, Inc .
15.9.1 Financial Analysis
15.9.2 Product Portfolio
15.9.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.9.4 Mergers and Acquisitions
15.9.5 Certifications
15.10 MICROTROL STERILISATION SERVICES PVT.LTD .
15.10.1 Financial Analysis
15.10.2 Product Portfolio
15.10.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.10.4 Mergers and Acquisitions
15.10.5 Certifications
16 Global Sterilisation Services Market - Distribution Model (Additional Insight)
16.1 Overview
16.2 Potential Distributors
16.3 Key Parameters for Distribution Partner Assessment
17 Key Opinion Leaders (KOL) Insights (Additional Insight)

Companies Mentioned

  • B. Braun Melsungen AG
  • STERIS

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