The image intensifier tube market size is projected to reach US$ 2.49 billion by 2031 from US$ 1.45 billion in 2023. The market is expected to register a CAGR of 7.0% during 2023–2031. Increasing contracts for procurement and advancement of night vision systems and rising demand for X-ray machines are likely to remain key trends in the market.
The demand for the image intensifier tube market is anticipated to grow with the increasing procurement of high-speed camera systems, including HiCATT, which is an intensifier attachment for any high-speed camera. Instruments like these are used to capture the images in moving conditions. Moreover, the increasing contracts for procurement and advancement of night vision systems and rising demand for X-ray machines are driving the image intensifier tube market growth.
Image intensifier tubes (IITs) are vacuum tubes that intensify a low light-level image to observable levels. Image intensifier tubes are one of the most important modules of night vision devices that define a crucial role in industrial/defense/security/applications. The technology of manufacturing image intensifier tubes is difficult, and the performance parameters of modern IITs vary even within the same technological process. Moreover, test reports provided by manufacturers cannot be totally trusted because there are differences in test methods utilized by different manufacturers. Furthermore, literature sources offer conflicting claims from a variety of manufacturers. It is common to find on the world market two-night vision devices of the same data sheet constraints but of different quality of the image. Because of some reasons mentioned above, testing image intensifier tubes is of high importance for both tube manufacturers, manufacturers of night vision devices (NVDs) and final users of NVDs.
Night vision has become a very crucial optoelectronic technology in modern warfare, and more combats are emerging and taking play at night. Photonis image intensifier tubes are integrated into equipment of the world’s leading suppliers of optical systems. Various companies offer image intensifier tubes for military use. For example, Photonics is one of the pioneers in the manufacturing and design of state-of-the-art image intensifier tubes for military and defense. Photonis offers high-quality image intensifier tubes for a broad range of night vision devices to give soldiers a strategic advantage in night operations.
Moreover, companies are taking several initiatives. For instance, companies are taking various initiatives, such as delivering a large number of image intensifier tubes. For instance, in February 2024, Photonis, the brand of Exosens and one of the world leaders in image intensifier tubes, was selected, for the second time, to supply 40,000 4G 16mm image intensifier tubes for Mikron night vision binoculars of Theon Sensors to be supplied to German and Belgian Armed Forces. Thus, a significant investment in the military is driving the image intensifier tube market.
The Army is conscripting a requirement for a next-generation mobile passive radar, a type of the Army Long Range Persistent Surveillance system mounted on a tactical truck that can quickly deploy a 60-foot-tall sensor to help distinguish cruise missiles, aircraft and smaller uncrewed flying systems. On March 26, the Army office responsible for developing and buying service air defense artillery and field artillery sensors published a notice seeking feedback from companies potentially interested in competing for the new radar. Furthermore, leading armies are equipped with Gen 3 and Gen 4 NVDs that offer superior image quality, extended range, and reduced halo effects. Gen 3 devices utilize gallium arsenide photocathodes and microchannel plate (MCP) amplification. Thus, the next-gen military surveillance system holds a lot of opportunities in the image intensifier tube market.
Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the image intensifier tube market analysis are generation and end user.
The geographic scope of the image intensifier tube market report is mainly divided into five regions: North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and South & Central America.
North America has dominated the image intensifier tube market. North America is one of the most advanced regions with regard to the adoption of advanced technologies. Over the years, North America has experienced a rise in the adoption of technologically advanced military equipment to enhance its military capabilities. Government bodies across countries such as the US, Canada, and Mexico have increased their military expenditure. Moreover, countries in North America have experienced a rise in investment in the healthcare sector to enhance their medical infrastructure. Thus, increasing investments in the sectors where the image intensifier tube is essential is driving market growth.
The regional trends and factors influencing the Image Intensifier Tube Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at Insight Partners. This section also discusses Image Intensifier Tube Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.
| Report Attribute | Details |
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| Market size in 2023 | US$ 1.45 Billion |
| Market Size by 2031 | US$ 2.49 Billion |
| Global CAGR (2023 - 2031) | 7% |
| Historical Data | 2021-2022 |
| Forecast period | 2024-2031 |
| Segments Covered |
By Generation
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| Regions and Countries Covered | North America
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| Market leaders and key company profiles |
The Image Intensifier Tube Market market is growing rapidly, driven by increasing end-user demand due to factors such as evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and greater awareness of the product's benefits. As demand rises, businesses are expanding their offerings, innovating to meet consumer needs, and capitalizing on emerging trends, which further fuels market growth.
Market players density refers to the distribution of firms or companies operating within a particular market or industry. It indicates how many competitors (market players) are present in a given market space relative to its size or total market value.
Major Companies operating in the Image Intensifier Tube Market are:
Disclaimer: The companies listed above are not ranked in any particular order.
The image intensifier tube market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data post primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. A few of the developments in the image intensifier tube market are listed below:
(Source: Exosens, Company Website, January 2024)
(Source: Photonis Company Name, February 2024)
The “Image Intensifier Tube Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)” report provides a detailed analysis of the market covering below areas:
North America is anticipated to dominate the image intensifier tube market in 2023.
Increasing contracts for procurement and advancement of night vision systems and rising demand for X-ray machines are some of the factors driving the image intensifier tube market.
Increasing integration in variable-speed imaging applications is anticipated to drive the image intensifier tube market in the forecast period.
The key players holding majority shares in the global image intensifier tube market are BEL Optronic Devices Limited (BELOP)., HARDER.digital, Canon Electron Tubes & Devices Co., Ltd, L3Harris Technologies, Inc., Newcon Optik, Photek, Exosens, Hamamatsu Photonics K.K., ELBIT SYSTEMS OF AMERICA, LLC., Siemens Healthcare Limited.
The global image intensifier tube market is expected to reach US$ 2.49 billion by 2031.
The expected CAGR of the market is 7.0%.