Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and Inspection Market Report 2026

The non-destructive testing (ndt) and inspection market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $10.36 billion in 2025 to $11.2 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing industrial production needs, increasing demand for quality assurance, rising safety compliance requirements, expansion of manufacturing facilities, early introduction of inspection technologies.

The non-destructive testing (ndt) and inspection market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $15.25 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing industrial modernization, rising focus on operational safety, growing infrastructure and aerospace testing demand, strengthening regulatory quality frameworks, expanding adoption across critical industries. Major trends in the forecast period include rising need for high reliability inspection solutions, growing adoption of advanced testing techniques, increasing emphasis on preventive equipment assessment, rising application in safety critical industries, growing focus on maintaining structural integrity.

The accelerating pace of industrialization and urbanization is anticipated to drive the expansion of the non-destructive testing (NDT) and inspection market in the coming years. Industrialization and urbanization describe the process through which a country increases its industrial activities while a larger portion of the population shifts from rural areas to urban centers, resulting in the growth of manufacturing, infrastructure, and urban development. The rise in industrialization and urbanization is largely attributed to the growing share of the global population residing in cities, which drives the expansion of infrastructure, construction projects, and industrial facilities in and around urban areas. For example, in February 2024, according to the Xinhua News Agency, a China-based government agency, Mexico’s industrial activity grew by 3.5% in 2023 compared to the previous year. Therefore, the rapid expansion of industrialization and urbanization is fueling the growth of the NDT and inspection market.

Companies in the non-destructive testing (NDT) and inspection market are concentrating on developing innovative solutions to strengthen their market position. For example, in July 2023, Waygate Technologies, a US-based company specializing in non-destructive testing (NDT) and industrial inspection solutions, launched Everest Ca-Zoom HD. This advanced PTZ camera system is designed for efficient and precise inspections in confined spaces across various industries. It boasts high-definition imaging (1920x1080) and powerful LED lighting (2980 lumens), ensuring clear visuals even in low-light conditions. Weighing only 22 kg, the portable all-in-one transport box enhances mobility, while the handheld control pendant allows for intuitive operation, facilitating access to hard-to-reach areas. With capabilities for pan, tilt, zoom, and laser measurement, the system offers a comprehensive solution for remote visual inspections.

In October 2024, Element Materials Technology, a UK-based provider of product compliance and qualification testing services, acquired ISS Inspection Service for an undisclosed amount. By integrating ISS's advanced non-destructive testing (NDT) expertise and specialized process services, Element aims to strengthen its presence in the aftermarket and MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) sectors. This integration will enable Element to provide greater value to its customers in these highly regulated industries. ISS Inspection Services is a US-based provider of non-destructive testing (NDT) and inspection services.

Major companies operating in the non-destructive testing (ndt) and inspection market report are SGS Group, Bureau Veritas, Intertek Group, Applus+, MISTRAS Group, Acuren, TWI Ltd., TEAM Inc., Applied Technical Services, TÜV Rheinland, TÜV SÜD, DNV, Element Materials Technology, Acuren Inspection, ROSEN Group, Zetec, Eddyfi Technologies, Sonatest, Olympus Corporation, Nikon Corporation, YXLON International, Magnaflux.

North America was the largest region in the NDT and inspection market in 2025. The regions covered in the non-destructive testing (ndt) and inspection market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the non-destructive testing (ndt) and inspection market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The non-destructive testing (NDT) market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as visual NDT (VT), ultrasonic NDT (UT), radiography NDT (RT), eddy current NDT (ET), magnetic particle NDT (MT), acoustic emission NDT (AE), dye penetrant NDT (PT), and leak testing (LT). 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.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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