Vertical Cavity Surface-Emitting Laser (VCSEL) Market Report 2025

The vertical cavity surface-emitting laser (VCSEL) market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $2.38 billion in 2024 to $2.71 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to optical interconnects, medical applications, industrial manufacturing, cost reduction and scale, and automotive lidar systems.

The vertical cavity surface-emitting laser (VCSEL) market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.35 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to 5g network expansion, the Internet of Things (IoT), augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR), biomedical and healthcare devices, miniaturization, and integration. Major trends in the forecast period include standardization and interoperability, advanced packaging solutions, environmental monitoring solutions, integration in smart home systems, and multi-functionality in consumer electronics.

Growth in cloud computing is anticipated to drive the expansion of the VCSEL market moving forward. Cloud computing involves providing computer services over the Internet, including servers, storage, databases, networking, software, analytics, and intelligence. VCSELs improve the performance, scalability, and energy efficiency of data communication in cloud computing, facilitating high-speed, reliable, and energy-efficient transmission essential for the smooth operation of cloud-based services. For example, in December 2023, Eurostat, a Europe-based intergovernmental organization, reported that 42.5% of EU enterprises utilized cloud computing services in 2023, primarily for email, file storage, and office software. Therefore, the growth of cloud computing is driving the expansion of the VCSEL market.

The increasing prevalence of the Internet of Things (IoT) is anticipated to be a significant driver for the vertical cavity surface-emitting laser (VCSEL) market. IoT, a networked system of interconnected computing devices and machinery capable of data transfer without human-to-human or human-to-computer contact, relies on VCSELs for precise and energy-efficient sensing capabilities, enhancing data communication. Ericsson's report in September 2022 indicated global IoT connections reaching 13.2 billion, with expectations of a substantial increase to 34.7 billion connections by 2028. As a result, the rising adoption of IoT technologies is a substantial factor fueling the growth of the VCSEL market.

The automotive-grade 4D LiDAR sensor is a key trend gaining traction in the VCSEL market. Major companies in the VCSEL sector are leveraging advanced technologies to create innovative products like automotive-grade 4D LiDAR sensors designed for mass production in automotive applications, thereby maintaining their competitive edge. For instance, in January 2024, Aeva Inc., a US-based company specializing in next-generation sensing and perception technology, introduced Aeva Atlas, the first 4D LiDAR sensor designed for mass production in automotive applications. This sensor aims to enhance the development of safer advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving. Atlas complies with automotive-grade standards and features Aeva’s state-of-the-art silicon innovations, including the Aeva CoreVision, a next-gen Lidar-on-Chip module, and the Aeva X1, a new high-performance System-on-Chip (SoC) LiDAR processor.

Major players in the vertical cavity surface-emitting laser (VCSEL) market are placing increased emphasis on the introduction of narrow-linewidth VCSEL devices to gain a competitive advantage. Narrow-linewidth VCSELs emit laser light with a very narrow spectral width, and companies are actively developing such devices to meet specific market demands. Integrated Compound Semiconductors Ltd., a UK-based semiconductor manufacturing company, introduced its VCS894.6-DP product in February 2022. This planar device emits a single longitudinal mode at 894.6nm, offering high mode stability, a side mode suppression ratio (SMSR) of 25 dB, and a narrow spectral linewidth of 40 MHz. This product caters to customers requiring stable and narrow linewidth devices for quantum applications, such as atomic clocks and magnetometers.

In October 2024, TriEye, an Israel-based semiconductor company specializing in Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR) sensing technology, partnered with HLJ Technology to showcase an innovative VCSEL-powered SWIR sensing and imaging solution. This collaboration has led to a demonstrator that provides the most cost-effective SWIR imaging available. By combining TriEye's advanced SWIR sensor with HLJ's cutting-edge 1135 nm vertical-cavity surface-emitting laser (VCSEL) technology, the partnership offers a solution that optimizes cost, eye safety, and performance for both consumer and industrial markets. HLJ Technology is a Taiwan-based company focused on VCSEL and photodiode solutions.

Major companies operating in the vertical cavity surface-emitting laser (VCSEL) market include Sony Group Corporation, Panasonic Corporation, Broadcom Inc, Sumitomo Electric Industries Ltd., NEC Corporation, Sharp Corporation, Leonardo S.p.A., ams OSRAM AG, Coherent Corp., TRUMPF GmbH, Vishay Intertechnology Inc., II-VI Incorporated, MKS Instruments Inc., Alight Solutions LLC, FLIR Systems Inc., Hamamatsu Photonics K.K, TT Electronics Plc, WIN Semiconductors Corp., Lumentum Operations LLC, IQE PLC, Thorlabs Inc., Santec Corporation, AMS Technologies AG, VERTILAS GmbH, Vixar Inc., Vertilite Co. Ltd., HLJ Technology Co. Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the vertical cavity surface-emitting laser (VCSEL) market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the vertical cavity surface-emitting laser (vcsel) market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the vertical cavity surface-emitting laser (vcsel) market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

A Vertical Cavity Surface-Emitting Laser (VCSEL) is a semiconductor device that emits a laser perpendicular to its top surface. VCSELs find applications in long-distance, high-speed optical fiber communication systems and are capable of high-speed modulation.

The main types of Vertical Cavity Surface-Emitting Lasers (VCSELs) are single-mode and multimode. Single-mode VCSELs emit a single mode of light, producing a narrow and focused beam. They are commonly used in applications that require high precision and long-distance transmission, such as fiber optics, optical communication systems, and sensing applications. These lasers are manufactured using materials such as Gallium Arsenide (GaAs), Indium Phosphide (InP), Gallium Nitride, and others. They operate in wavelengths ranging from red (650-750 nm) to near-infrared (750-1400 nm) and shortwave-infrared (1400-3000 nm). Single-mode VCSELs are utilized in various applications, including sensing, data communication, infrared illumination, industrial heating, and pumping. End-user industries for VCSELs encompass consumer electronics, automotive, data centers, commercial and industrial sectors, healthcare, and military applications.

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