Black Lung Disease Market Report 2025

This report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The black lung disease market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $9.66 billion in 2024 to $11.02 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to coal mining industry growth, awareness and education, compensation and benefits, legislative and legal developments.

The black lung disease market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $19.42 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to public health initiatives, medical advancements, increasing treatment options, advocacy and support organizations. Major trends in the forecast period include advanced diagnostic techniques, research and prevention, healthcare access, technological advancements.

The growth of the black lung disease market is expected to be fueled by rising mining activities. Mining involves extracting minerals, ores, and other geological materials from the earth's crust, which can expose workers to coal mine dust. This dust, filled with harmful carbon particles, poses a significant health risk to coal miners and can lead to black lung disease. For example, in July 2023, the International Energy Agency (IEA), an intergovernmental organization based in France, reported a substantial increase in critical mineral production, which rose by 30% to $41 billion in 2022, following a 20% increase in 2021. Over the past five years, demand for critical minerals has surged, with lithium usage tripling and cobalt demand rising by 70%. Consequently, the expansion of mining activities is contributing to the growth of the black lung disease market.

The escalating prevalence of tuberculosis is anticipated to drive the growth of the black lung disease market. Tuberculosis, caused primarily by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, is an airborne bacterial infection transmitted when an infected person coughs or sneezes. It manifests with symptoms like coughing, fever, weight loss, and fatigue. The increasing incidence of tuberculosis is linked to the growth of black lung disease, as individuals with TB face a higher risk of developing black lung disease and are more likely to be exposed to coal dust. For instance, in March 2023, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported 8,300 cases of tuberculosis in the US in 2022, up from 7,874 cases in 2021. Thus, the rising prevalence of tuberculosis is a significant driver behind the growth of the black lung disease market.

The growth of the black lung disease market is significantly bolstered by government funding initiatives. These initiatives involve the allocation of financial resources by government bodies, often at federal, state, or local levels, to support a range of activities, programs, projects, and organizations that serve public interests or fulfill specific government objectives. One crucial area of focus for such funding is the protection of coal miners from black lung disease. For instance, in September 2022, according to the US Department of Labor Blog, a US-based government authority, funding for miners with black lung disease was permanently extended with the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. This act has provided essential and permanent funding for miners and their families affected by black lung disease, ensuring federal black lung benefits. As a result, government funding initiatives play a pivotal role in driving both the black lung disease market and the welfare of miners.

In June 2022, Bristol Myers Squibb, a prominent US-based pharmaceutical company, successfully acquired Turning Point Therapeutics, further solidifying its position in the field of oncology and black lung disease treatment. This strategic move allows Bristol Myers to integrate a cutting-edge, late-stage precision oncology asset into its already robust oncology portfolio. Turning Point Therapeutics, a US-based pharmaceutical company, is currently in the process of developing a drug with potential applications in the treatment of black lung disease.

Major companies operating in the black lung disease market are Pfizer Inc., Johnson and Johnson, Siemens AG, General Electric, F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG, Merck and Co. Inc., Bayer AG, Novartis AG, Sanofi S.A., AstraZeneca PLC, Melinta Therapeutics LLC, GlaxoSmithKline PLC, Medtronic PLC, Eli Lilly and Company, Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH, Toshiba Corporation, Koninklijke Philps N.V., Mayo Clinic, Baxter International Inc., Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Perrigo Lab India Pvt. Ltd., Aurobindo Pharma Limited, Hikma Pharmaceuticals PLC, Lupin Limited.

North America was the largest region in the black lung disease market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in black lung disease report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the black lung disease market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The black lung disease market includes revenues earned by entities by providing pulmonary rehabilitation (PR), medical services and palliative care. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

Black lung disease, also known as coal workers’ pneumoconiosis (CWP), is a chronic and potentially fatal lung condition primarily affecting coal miners and those exposed to coal dust. This ailment is characterized by the accumulation of coal dust particles in the lungs, leading to inflammation, scarring, and damage to lung tissues.

The disease is categorized into simple coal workers’ pneumoconiosis, complicated coal workers’ pneumoconiosis, and other forms. Simple CWP, often referred to as simple black lung disease, arises from prolonged exposure to coal dust. Treatment options encompass oxygen therapy, bronchodilators, lung transplant, stem cell therapy, and other interventions. Diagnosing the condition involves procedures like biopsy, various imaging techniques, full blood count analysis, pulmonary function tests, physical examination, among others. These diagnostic and treatment approaches are employed across a range of healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, research institutions, diagnostic centers, and laboratories.

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