Global Non-Destructive Testing and Inspection Market is estimated to be USD 8.3 billion in 2023 and is predicted to reach USD 12.84 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 7.1% during the forecast period (2025 - 2030)

Published Date: Mar, 2024

The report "Non-Destructive Testing and Inspection Market by Technique (Ultrasonic Testing, Visual Testing, Magnetic Particle Testing, Liquid Penetrant Testing, Eddy-Current Testing, Radiographic Testing, Acoustic Emission Testing, Others), by Method (Visual Inspection, Surface Inspection, Volumetric Inspection, Others), by Services (Inspection Services, Training Services, Equipment Rental Services, Calibration Services), by Vertical (Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Aerospace, Public Infrastructure, Automotive, Power Generation, Others) - Global Forecast to 2030", market is estimated to be USD 8.3 billion in 2023 and is predicted to reach USD 12.84 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 7.1% during the forecast period. Some of the major factors responsible for the growth of non-destructive testing and inspection across the globe are the increasing adoption of IoT devices, the growing need to assess aging assets' health, stringent government regulations regarding public safety and product quality, and continuous advances in electronics, automation, and robotics.

The global non-destructive testing (NDT) and inspection market refers to the market for techniques and equipment used to inspect and evaluate the properties of materials, components, and structures without causing damage or altering their integrity. NDT and inspection methods are widely used across industries such as manufacturing, oil and gas, aerospace, automotive, construction, and power generation.

Key Techniques in NDT and Inspection:

  1. Ultrasonic Testing (UT): This technique uses high-frequency sound waves to detect internal flaws, measure thickness, and evaluate material properties. It is commonly used in weld inspection, corrosion assessment, and flaw detection.

  2. Radiographic Testing (RT): RT involves the use of X-rays or gamma rays to examine the internal structure of materials. It is useful for detecting defects like cracks, voids, and inclusions.

  3. Magnetic Particle Testing (MT): MT utilizes the magnetic properties of materials to detect surface and near-surface defects. It involves magnetizing the test object and applying iron particles to reveal flaws.

  4. Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT): PT involves applying a liquid dye or fluorescent solution to the surface of a material. The dye penetrates into surface-breaking defects, and excess dye is removed to reveal the flaw.

  5. Visual Testing (VT): VT is the simplest form of inspection, involving direct visual examination of the test object. It can detect surface defects, irregularities, and signs of degradation.

  6. Eddy Current Testing (ECT): ECT uses electromagnetic induction to detect and characterize surface and subsurface defects. It is commonly used for crack detection, conductivity measurement, and sorting of materials.

Browse 63 market data Tables and 40 Figures spread through 167 Pages and in-depth TOC on "Non-Destructive Testing and Inspection Market by Technique (Ultrasonic Testing, Visual Testing, Magnetic Particle Testing, Liquid Penetrant Testing, Eddy-Current Testing, Radiographic Testing, Acoustic Emission Testing, Others), by Method (Visual Inspection, Surface Inspection, Volumetric Inspection, Others), by Services (Inspection Services, Training Services, Equipment Rental Services, Calibration Services), by Vertical (Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Aerospace, Public Infrastructure, Automotive, Power Generation, Others) - Global Forecast to 2030"

On the basis of services, the global non-destructive testing and inspection market is categorized into inspection services, training services, equipment rental services, and calibration services. In 2020, the inspection services segment is expected to be the largest among all the segments and is projected to maintain its dominance, over the study period.

Global Non-Destructive Testing and Inspection Market Segmentation and Key Players

Segment / Key Players

Categorization

Technique

Ultrasonic Testing, Visual Testing, Magnetic Particle Testing, Liquid Penetrant Testing, Eddy-Current Testing, Radiographic Testing, Acoustic Emission Testing, Others

Method

Visual Inspection, Surface Inspection, Volumetric Inspection, Others

Services

Inspection Services, Training Services, Equipment Rental Services, Calibration Services

Vertical

Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Aerospace, Public Infrastructure, Automotive, Power Generation, Others

Key Players

Olympus Corporation, General Electric, MISTRAS Group, Ashtead Technology, Nikon Metrology, YXLON International, and T.D. Williamson Inc., Sonatest, Zetec Inc., and Bosello High Technology Srl.

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“Asia-Pacific is the fastest growing region in the non-destructive testing and inspection market in 2023.”

Asia-Pacific is the fastest growing region in the non-destructive testing and inspection market in 2023. The Asia-Pacific region, in particular countries such as China, Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, and India, are experiencing increase in terms of adoption of non-destructive testing and inspection products and solutions compared with other regions.

Some of the major players in the global non-destructive testing and inspection market include General Electric, Olympus Corporation, MISTRAS Group, Nikon Metrology, Ashtead Technology, YXLON International, Sonatest, Zetec, Inc., T.D. Williamson Inc., and Bosello High Technology srl.

Global Non-Destructive Testing and Inspection Market Coverage

Technique Insight and Forecast 2025-2030

  • Ultrasonic Testing
  • Visual Testing
  • Magnetic Particle Testing
  • Liquid Penetrant Testing
  • Eddy-Current Testing
  • Radiographic Testing
  • Acoustic Emission Testing
  • Others

Method Insight and Forecast 2025-2030

  • Visual Inspection
  • Surface Inspection
  • Volumetric Inspection
  • Others

Services Insight and Forecast 2025-2030

  • Inspection Services
  • Training Services
  • Equipment Rental Services
  • Calibration Services

Vertical Insight and Forecast 2025-2030

  • Manufacturing
  • Oil & Gas
  • Aerospace
  • Public Infrastructure
  • Automotive
  • Power Generation
  • Others

Geographical Segmentation

Non-Destructive Testing and Inspection Market by Region

North America

  • By Technique
  • By Method
  • By Services
  • By Vertical
  • By Country – U.S., Canada, and Mexico

Europe

  • By Technique
  • By Method
  • By Services
  • By Vertical
  • By Country – Germany, U.K., France, Italy, Spain, Russia, and the Rest of Europe

Asia-Pacific (APAC)

  • By Technique
  • By Method
  • By Services
  • By Vertical
  • By Country – China, Japan, India, South Korea, and the Rest of Asia-Pacific

Rest of the World (RoW)

  • By Technique
  • By Method
  • By Services
  • By Vertical
  • By Country – Brazil, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, U.A.E., and Other Countries