Diamond Core Drilling Global Market Report 2024

The diamond core drilling market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.11 billion in 2023 to $2.27 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. The growth observed in the historical period can be attributed to a surge in mineral exploration activities, increased construction and infrastructure development projects, expansion within the mining industry, adherence to environmental regulations, and heightened focus on geological surveys and research.

The diamond core drilling market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.87 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the exploration of renewable energy sources, a rising demand for rare earth elements, ongoing urbanization and infrastructure development projects, a heightened focus on deep-sea mining, and global initiatives in water management. Major trends expected in this period include advancements in technology, increased emphasis on environmental regulations and sustainability, as well as the integration of automation and robotics within the industry.

The expansion of mining activities is poised to drive the growth of the diamond core drilling market in the coming years. Mining activities entail the extraction and processing of valuable minerals or geological materials from the earth to meet various industrial needs such as energy production and manufacturing. With the global demand for metals and minerals escalating due to factors such as economic growth and urbanization, mining operations are expanding to fulfill these requirements. Diamond core drilling emerges as a crucial technique in mining operations, offering precise and accurate drilling operations along with clean and well-defined core samples. These core samples find applications in mineral exploration, geotechnical investigations, environmental site assessments, and other sectors requiring high levels of precision. For example, according to data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics in May 2023, the mining industry experienced significant growth in key metrics during the fiscal year 2021-22. Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) rose by 32.7% ($54.3 billion), following a 4.9% ($7.7 billion) increase in the previous fiscal year. Additionally, mining industry value-added (IVA) saw substantial growth, increasing by 29.5% ($64.6 billion) after a 4.4% ($9.2 billion) upturn in 2020-21. This growth underscores the robust expansion of mining activities, contributing to the demand for diamond core drilling technologies.

Key players in the diamond core drilling market are directing their efforts toward advancing drilling products to enhance efficiency and precision in exploration endeavors. Notably, advancements in heavy-duty diamond drilling tools play a crucial role in this pursuit. These specialized tools are designed to withstand the rigors of heavy-duty drilling applications, ensuring optimal performance and durability. For instance, in August 2021, Hilti Incorporation, a leading provider of construction tools and solutions based in the United States, introduced the DD 250-CA diamond core drill. Equipped with a four-speed gearbox suitable for various core bit sizes, an air-cooled heavy-duty drive unit, and an innovative hole-starting feature, the DD 250-CA enhances drilling efficiency and accuracy. Additionally, features such as Hilti Cut Assist automate drilling processes, further improving productivity and allowing operators to focus on other tasks while maintaining precision and quality in drilling operations.

In April 2022, Husqvarna Group, a renowned provider of cutting equipment and diamond tools for the construction and stone industries based in Sweden, acquired Heger for an undisclosed sum. This strategic move is designed to bolster Husqvarna's presence in the diamond tool market for professional contractors in Central Europe. Heger, headquartered in Germany, is a prominent manufacturer of diamond tools.

Major companies operating in the diamond core drilling market are Robert Bosch GmbH, Atlas Copco AB, Sandvik AB, Hilti Corporation, Husqvarna AB, Epiroc AB, Granite Construction Inc., Tyrolit Group, Boart Longyear Ltd, Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation, Shibuya Company Ltd., Master Drilling Group Ltd., Mincon Group PLC, Ramset, Di-Corp, B+Btec GmbH, Rockdril, Albert Roller GmbH, DUSS Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG, Eibenstock Positron Elektrowerk Pvt, Geomachine Oy, LISSMAC Maschinenbau GmbH, WEKA Elektrowerkzeuge KG, MASSENZA Drilling Rigs Srl, Controls S.p.A, KERN-DEUDIAM Diamantwerkzeuge und Maschinen GmbH, APC Drilling & Constructions Private Limited, Golz GmbH.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the diamond core drilling market in 2023. The regions covered in the diamond core drilling market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the diamond core drilling market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Diamond core drilling is a method employed to extract cylindrical rock samples from the earth's subsurface, utilizing a drill bit tipped with diamonds. This process involves the rotation of the bit to cut through the rock, with the diamond edges facilitating efficient penetration. Diamond core drilling is extensively utilized in geology and exploration to obtain accurate and intact core samples for detailed geological analysis.

The primary types of diamond core drilling include hand-type drills and rig-operated drills. A hand-type drill is typically a manually operated tool powered by hand rotation, whereas rig-operated diamond core drilling involves more sophisticated equipment. Various drilling types within this method include rotary drilling and wireline drilling, with techniques such as stitch drilling, underwater diamond drilling, surface drilling, and underground drilling. Diamond core drilling finds applications in construction and mining industries.

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The diamond core drilling market consists of sales of diamond core drilling machines, diamond core bits, drill rods, drilling fluids and additives and diamond core drill bits. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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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