The global cleanroom technologies market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8% from 2023 to 2028, reaching $11.4 billion by 2028, according to a new report by MarketsandMarkets. The market was valued at $8.2 billion in 2023.
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The rising demand for aseptic pharmaceutical formulations and continued growth in the biologics sector are key factors driving the cleanroom technologies market. Stringent regulatory standards regarding healthcare quality and safety have also boosted demand for cleanrooms and related equipment used in medical device and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
While growth opportunities abound, the high costs associated with building and operating cleanrooms present challenges. Cleanroom design and infrastructure must be customized to meet stringent air purity and environmental control requirements.
HVAC Systems Dominate Equipment Segment
The cleanroom technologies market covers consumables like gloves and disinfectants as well as specialized ventilation, filtration and monitoring equipment. HVAC systems dominate the equipment segment, accounting for the largest share of the cleanroom technologies market. HVAC systems control temperature, humidity, airflow patterns and pressure within cleanrooms.
Hardwall Modular Cleanrooms in Demand
Modular hardwall cleanrooms are expected to see significant demand over the next five years. Hardwall modular cleanrooms offer more flexibility than traditionally constructed cleanrooms. They are quick to install, freestanding and easy to reconfigure or expand.
Asia Pacific Promises Growth
Geographically, North America was the largest market for cleanroom technologies in 2023. Technological innovation and stringent healthcare regulatory standards have driven widespread adoption of cleanrooms and related equipment in North America. However, developing Asian markets are forecast to grow at an impressive rate.
“Emerging Asian and Latin American markets are expected to offer significant growth opportunities for players operating in the cleanroom technologies market, primarily due to the presence of less-stringent regulatory policies, an increasing number of pharmaceutical companies, availability of a skilled workforce, government initiatives to boost local manufacturing, and lower cost of clinical trials in these countries,” notes the MarketsandMarkets report.
For example, China and Singapore offer financial incentives and house several large government-funded life science and biomedical research parks, making these regions attractive for future cleanroom technologies investment.
Top Players
Major vendors covered in the cleanroom technologies market include Illinois Tool Works (US), Azbil Corporation (Japan), Taikisha Ltd. (Japan), Exyte AG (Germany) and Camfil (Sweden). Recent industry developments include new modular cleanroom solutions for biopharma manufacturing launched by firms such as Bouygues Energies & Services, ABN Cleanroom Technology and Clean Rooms International.
Continuing Trends
Several interrelated trends are fueling rising demand for cleanrooms globally:
- Growth of pharmaceutical/biotech sectors
- Rising R&D spending
- Increasing production of sterile/aseptic products
- Stricter regulatory controls
- Advancements in cleanroom design (modularity, rapid deployments)
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With double-digit growth forecast through 2028, cleanroom technology presents an attractive opportunity despite the challenges of high costs and design complexity. Companies that develop turnkey cleanroom build-out solutions while leveraging emerging modular or mobile cleanroom innovations may gain a competitive advantage in this burgeoning market.