Laser Sensors Market Size, Share, Opportunities, And Trends By Laser Type (Point Laser, Linear Laser), By Sensor Type (Laser Distance Sensor, Laser Displacement Sensor, Laser Photoelectric Sensors, Others), By End-User (Electrical & Electronics, Aerospace & Defense, Automotive, Construction, Others), And By Geography - Forecasts From 2023 To 2028

Laser Sensors Market Size:

Laser Sensors Market is projected to expand at a 11.08% CAGR, achieving USD 1,552.736 million by 2030 from USD 918.160 million in 2025.

The main driving force surging the development of the laser sensors market is the rise in demand from the automotive industry and the food and beverage sector. Additionally, the utilization of 3D measurements is common in this industry due to the printing needs. These elements will keep pushing market revenue higher. Additionally, the introduction of IoT is also driving the market. IoT technology is being invested in by several industries and companies.

For instance, Keyence is a leading laser sensor company. According to its annual report, the net sales of Keyence increased from 5,38,134 million Yen in 2021 to 7,55,174 million Yen in 2022

Laser Sensors Market Growth Drivers:

• Growing Use In The Automotive Industry

The laser sensors market is expanding due to the automobile industry's strong expansion. Laser sensors are being used more often to find possible mistakes or discrepancies when complex forms are built during the production of automobiles. Additionally, the business is expanding as engineers increasingly utilize laser sensors to detect how quickly cars slow down in crashes to make them safer. Furthermore, several government-sponsored programs, including the Automotive Mission Plan 2026, the scrappage policy, and the production-linked incentive program in the Indian market, are anticipated to elevate the laser sensor industry.

The India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF) estimates that India produced 22.93 million cars in FY22, including both passenger and commercial vehicles which surged to 23.90 million in FY23 fueling the overall use of laser sensors.

• Development of LiDar Technology

The development of LiDAR technology is improving vehicle navigation while automating several systems. As a result, more laser sensors are being used in autonomous cars, which is also boosting the market's growth. For instance, German automaker Mercedes Benz received a globally recognized government accreditation to create vehicles capable of Level 3 autonomous driving in 2022, making it the first firm in the world to do so.  Further, in September 2022, to reduce major accidents involving its cars by a fifth, Volvo Cars planned to put laser-based sensors in all its upcoming models, making it the first automaker to implement the technology throughout its entire fleet.

In May 2022, the Japanese multinational Nikon Corporation's business Nikon Metrology promoted and used laser sensors. The most recent version, APDIS, represents a substantial advancement in the technology's development and is particularly well suited for usage in the automobile sector.

Laser Sensors Market Geographical Outlook:

• The United States in North America is an Expected Dominant Market

Laser sensors are devices that use laser technology to measure various physical quantities such as distance, position, velocity, temperature, and more. These sensors are widely used across industries for applications ranging from manufacturing and automotive to aerospace and healthcare. The USA has been a significant player in the global sensor market, and the adoption of laser sensors is an integral part of its technological advancement.

The USA has been at the forefront of industrial automation, with various industries seeking ways to optimize production processes, increase efficiency, and reduce human intervention. Laser sensors play a vital role in automation by providing real-time data for monitoring and control, leading to enhanced productivity. Moreover, manufacturing industries in the USA are adopting laser sensors for quality control, inspection, and measurement applications. These sensors ensure that products meet strict quality standards, contributing to consistent and high-quality output. Thus, as the manufacturing sector of the United States grows, the demand for laser sensors is expected to grow, driving the growth of the market.

There are various growth drivers which are driving the growth of the market. Among them, the rise in the Internet of things along with Industry 4,0 initiatives followed by the rise in LiDAR technology are considered the most important. The Internet of Things (IoT) and Industry 4.0 initiatives require sensors for data collection, connectivity, and analytics. Laser sensors can play a crucial role in these smart systems, enabling real-time monitoring and data-driven decision-making.

Segmentation:

• By Laser Type
  • Point Laser
  • Linear Laser
• By Sensor Type
  • Laser Distance Sensor
  • Laser Displacement Sensor
  • Laser Photoelectric Sensor
  • Others
• By End-User
  • Electrical & Electronics
  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Automotive
  • Construction
  • Others
• By Geography
  • North America
    • United States
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • South America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • Others
  • Europe
    • United Kingdom
    • Germany
    • France
    • Spain
    • Others
  • Middle East and Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE
    • Israel
    • Others
  • Asia Pacific
    • Japan
    • China
    • India
    • South Korea
    • Indonesia
    • Thailand
    • Others

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1. INTRODUCTION

1.1. Market Overview

1.2. Market Definition

1.3. Scope of the Study

1.4. Market Segmentation

1.5. Currency

1.6. Assumptions

1.7. Base, and Forecast Years Timeline

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY  

2.1. Research Data

2.2. Sources

2.3. Research Design

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

3.1. Research Highlights

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

4.1. Market Drivers

4.2. Market Restraints

4.3. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis

4.3.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers

4.3.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers

4.3.3. Threat of New Entrants

4.3.4. Threat of Substitutes

4.3.5. Competitive Rivalry in the Industry

4.4. Industry Value Chain Analysis

5. LASER SENSORS MARKET, BY LASER TYPE

5.1. Introduction

5.2. Point Laser

5.3. Linear Laser

6. LASER SENSORS MARKET, BY SENSOR TYPE

6.1. Introduction

6.2. Laser Distance Sensor

6.3. Laser Displacement Sensor

6.4. Laser Photoelectric Sensor

6.5. Others

7. LASER SENSORS MARKET, BY END-USER

7.1. Introduction

7.2. Electrical & Electronics

7.3. Aerospace & Defense

7.4. Automotive

7.5. Construction

7.6. Others

8. LASER SENSORS MARKET, BY GEOGRAPHY

8.1. Introduction

8.2. North America

8.2.1. By Laser Type

8.2.2. By Sensor Type

8.2.3. By End-User

8.2.4. By Country

8.2.4.1. United States

8.2.4.2. Canada

8.2.4.3. Mexico

8.3. South America

8.3.1. By Laser Type

8.3.2. By Sensor Type

8.3.3. By End-User

8.3.4. By Country

8.3.4.1. Brazil

8.3.4.2. Argentina 

8.3.4.3. Others

8.4. Europe

8.4.1. By Laser Type

8.4.2. By Sensor Type

8.4.3. By End-User

8.4.4. By Country

8.4.4.1. Germany

8.4.4.2. France

8.4.4.3. UK

8.4.4.4. Spain

8.4.4.5. Others

8.5. Middle East and Africa

8.5.1. By Laser Type

8.5.2. By Sensor Type

8.5.3. By End-User

8.5.4. By Country

8.5.4.1. Saudi Arabia

8.5.4.2. UAE

8.5.4.3. Others

8.6. Asia Pacific

8.6.1. By Laser Type

8.6.2. By Sensor Type

8.6.3. By End-User

8.6.4. By Country

8.6.4.1. China

8.6.4.2. Japan

8.6.4.3. South Korea

8.6.4.4. India

8.6.4.5. Australia

8.6.4.6. Others

9. COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT AND ANALYSIS

9.1. Major Players and Strategy Analysis

9.2. Market Share Analysis

9.3. Mergers, Acquisitions, Agreements, and Collaborations

9.4. Vendor Competitiveness Matrix

10. COMPANY PROFILES

10.1. Ophir Optronics Solution Ltd.

10.2. Keyence Corporation

10.3. Baumer

10.4. Acuity (Schmitt Industries)

10.5. Rockwell Automation

10.6. Pepperl+Fuchs

10.7. WayCon Positionsmesstechnik GmbH

10.8. OPTEX FA CO., LTD (Optex Group)

10.9. Althen Sensors & Control

10.10. Delta SAS

Ophir Optronics Solution Ltd.

Keyence Corporation

Baumer

Acuity (Schmitt Industries)

Rockwell Automation

Pepperl+Fuchs

WayCon Positionsmesstechnik GmbH

OPTEX FA CO., LTD (Optex Group)

Althen Sensors & Control

Delta SAS