European 3D Scanner Market Size, Share, Opportunities, And Trends By Type (Optical Scanners, Laser Scanners, Structured Light Scanners, Others), By Range (Short, Medium, Long), By Product (CMM Based, Fixed, Mounted, Tripod Mounted, Others), By Industry Vertical (Healthcare, Military And Defense, Media And Entertainment, Manufacturing, Construction, Others), And By Country - Forecasts From 2024 To 2029

The Europe 3D scanner market was valued at US$942.753 million in 2022 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.01% over the forecast period to reach a total market size of US$1,418.612 million by 2029.

3D scanning has become a significant instrument in the product lifecycle management (PLM) process and is gaining commercial momentum. It has changed the way businesses model, develop, and depict the current world in the game industry. Scanner improvements have simplified and improved the measurement and documenting processes in a wide range of industries, from engineering and manufacturing to healthcare. Furthermore, present measurement professionals can enhance efficiency by adding three-dimensional scanning into their procedure.

The key factors boosting demand for 3D scanners in Europe are a high investment in research and development by leading market players and the rising use of 3D scanners by various end-user industries. Furthermore, advancements in 3D modelling and mapping technology, as well as a greater emphasis on quality control and accuracy, will increase demand for these scanners. Over the projected period, the use of 3D scanners for enhanced medical treatment will drive regional market expansion.

Market Drivers:

• Increased adoption by end-user industries and innovations by market players

In September 2021, Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV) in Switzerland became the first European hospital to receive a 3D color X-ray scanner utilizing CERN technology.  CERN and MARS Bioimaging, a New Zealand-based company, have been working together since 2008 to develop a 3D color X-ray scanner based on the Medipix3 collaboration's Medipix3 technology.

The Medipix3 and Timepix3 chips, now used in medical applications, space exploration, and art authentication, are inspired by particle physics detectors. CERN and MARS Bioimaging extended their current contract by five years in June 2021, assisting MARS Bioimaging in securing the US Food and Drug Administration and European Union clearance.

• Growing new applications-

Innovative applications are emerging for 3D scanning technology, with notable impacts on cultural heritage preservation. The precision of 3D scanning facilitates the meticulous documentation of historical artifacts and sites, contributing to conservation efforts and enhancing public access to these valuable resources.

Moreover, within the realms of construction and architecture, 3D scanning plays a pivotal role in building inspections, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and documentation of as-built structures. Notable technologies such as FARO 3D scanners and software serve as effective solutions for conservation in historic preservation and digital documentation. The detailed 3D data obtained through scanning facilitates the reconstruction of lost building components, aids in restoration design, and provides valuable insights for monitoring movement and weathering patterns.

Given the abundance of historical sites in Europe, rich in cultural significance, the application of 3D technology is poised for expansion in the years to come, offering enhanced capabilities for preservation and documentation in this region.

Market Restraint:

• Price Sensitivity-

Customers are concerned about pricing disparities between efficient 3D technological solutions and traditional 2D alternatives. 3D scanning systems are more costly than 2D options. As a result, companies and customers who require extremely sophisticated end deliverables prefer 3D scanning equipment. Customers or companies have a particular budget set up for costly services to assist them in purchasing 3D scanning solutions.

The majority of market participants are small and medium-sized businesses. Such businesses require effective goods, but due to high costs, they cannot afford 3D services and must settle for 2D alternatives that sacrifice quality, which in turn affects the sales of the 3D scanner market.

• The segmentation of the European 3D Scanner Market based on range includes Short, Medium, and Long.-

The segmentation of the European 3D Scanner Market based on range includes Short, Medium, and Long. Short-range 3D scanners find applications in reverse engineering small parts, quality control and inspection, 3D printing of small objects, and cultural heritage preservation.

Medium-range 3D scanners are utilized for product design and development, architecture and construction, surveying, and mapping, as well as forensic investigation. Long-range 3D scanners are employed in building and infrastructure inspection, mining and quarrying, landscape and terrain mapping, and the documentation of cultural heritage.

Market Developments:

• June 2022-  By early 2023, all BMW Group vehicle plants had undergone digitalization through the use of 3D laser scanning. The BMW Group successfully created digital scans for each of its vehicle plants globally, illustrating the systematic integration of the real and virtual realms. This strategic move allowed the company to harness the substantial potential for the highly efficient planning of future plant structures and production facilities. The initiative presented entirely new opportunities for the implementation of both extensive new planning and smaller-scale remodeling.
• April 2022- FARO Technologies, Inc., a global leader in 4D digital reality solutions, announced the launch of an efficient data capture and collaboration platform. Making use of technology, the platform delivered the industry's most effective cloud-based workflow, integrating three innovative solutions: the FARO Sphere™ digital ecosystem, facilitating optimal data exchange; the FARO Focus Premium Laser Scanner, ensuring swift, precise, and comprehensive field capture; and the FARO Stream mobile app, enabling real-time data verification.

Market Segmentation:

• By Type
  • Optical Scanners
  • Laser Scanners
  • Structured Light Scanners
  • Others
• By Range
  • Short
  • Medium
  • Long
• By Product
  • CMM Based
  • Fixed
  • Mounted
  • Tripod Mounted
  • Others
• By Industry Vertical
  • Healthcare
  • Military & Defense
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Manufacturing
  • Construction
  • Others
• By Country
  • Germany
  • France
  • Uk
  • Italy
  • Others