LiDAR stands for Light Detection and Ranging. It is a remote sensing technology that uses laser pulses to measure distances between a sensor and objects or surfaces. LiDAR systems work by emitting laser beams, which reflect off objects and return to the sensor. LiDAR can determine precise distances and create detailed 3D maps by calculating the time the light returns. LiDAR is primarily used for mapping, object detection, and environmental monitoring. It provides high-resolution and accurate spatial data, making it useful in a variety of industries.
The LiDAR market consists of sales, by entities (organizations, sole traders, or partnerships), of LiDAR technology that is used to measure a large number of areas in a relatively small amount of time with more accuracy than manual labor. It is technology used to create three-dimensional images.
The global LiDAR market was valued at $1,339.64 million in 2019 which grew till 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of more than m 13.00%.
Growing Adoption Of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV)
The growing adoption of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) supported the growth of the LiDAR market during the historic period. UAV-mounted LiDAR systems efficiently cover vast areas with high precision. They are particularly valuable for surveying applications such as terrain mapping, forestry monitoring and agriculture. Unlike satellite-based remote sensing, UAV LiDAR provides high-resolution, real-time data with superior detail. Additionally, military and security agencies utilize UAV-mounted LiDAR for surveillance, border security and reconnaissance. It aids in detecting enemy movements, mapping terrain for strategic defense and identifying concealed objects in dense environments. For instance, in July 2023, according to the report published by the Federal Aviation Administration, a US-based transportation agency, the number of active commercial unmanned aerial systems registrations in the USA was 412,342 in 2023. Further, there were around 607,177 active fleets of recreational drones in 2021. Therefore, the growing adoption of UAV drove the growth of the LiDAR market.
Advancements In Smart Traffic Detection Solutions
Leading companies in the LiDAR market are prioritizing the development of smart traffic detection solutions to enhance road safety, optimize traffic flow, and support intelligent transportation systems. These solutions utilize real-time data processing, high-precision object detection, and adaptive signal control to improve urban mobility, minimize congestion, and facilitate autonomous vehicle integration. For instance, in October 2024, Seyond, a US-based developer and manufacturer of LiDAR solutions launched Seyond Intersection Management Platform (SIMPL), a smart traffic detection solution that utilizes LiDAR technology and artificial intelligence to optimize traffic signal controls at intersections. At the core of SIMPL is the Falcon K LiDAR, a high-resolution, long-range sensor that detects vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists in real time while meeting national electrical manufacturers association (NEMA) (TS2) traffic signal controller assembly standard version 2 standards. Using (AI) artificial intelligence-powered analysis, the system processes traffic patterns to dynamically adjust signals, reducing congestion and (CO2) carbon dioxide emissions. Additionally, SIMPL enhances safety at intersections by ensuring accurate detection and enabling timely hazard responses, improving overall traffic flow and urban mobility.
Hesai Technology Co. Ltd. was the largest competitor with an 11.46% share of the market, followed by Ouster Inc. and Hexagon AB (Leica Geosystems).
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The report covers market characteristics; size and growth; segmentation; regional and country breakdowns; competitive landscape; market shares; trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's history and forecasts market growth by geography. It places the market within the context of the wider LiDAR market; and compares it with other markets.
The report covers the following chapters
- Introduction and Market Characteristics: - Brief introduction to the segmentations covered in the market, definitions and explanations about the segment by component, by type, by technology, by applications and by end user.
- Key Trends: - Highlights the major trends shaping the global market. This section also highlights likely future developments in the market.
- Growth Analysis And Strategic Analysis Framework: - Analysis on PESTEL, end use industries, market growth rate, global historic (2019-2024) and forecast (2024-2029, 2034F) market values and drivers and restraints that support and control the growth of the market in the historic and forecast periods, forecast growth contributors and total addressable market (TAM).
- Regional And Country Analysis: - Historic (2019-2024) and forecast (2024-2029, 2034F) market values and growth and market share comparison by region and country.
- Market Segmentation: - Contains the market values (2019-2024) (2024-2029, 2034F) and analysis for each segment by component, by type, by technology, by applications and by end user in the market. Historic (2019-2024) and forecast (2024-2029) and (2029-2034) market values and growth and market share comparison by region market.
- Regional Market Size And Growth: - Regional market size (2024), historic (2019-2024) and forecast (2024-2029, 2034F) market values and growth and market share comparison of countries within the region. This report includes information on all the regions Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa and major countries within each region.
- Competitive Landscape: - Details on the competitive landscape of the market, estimated market shares and company profiles of the leading players.
- Other Major And Innovative: - Companies Details on the company profiles of other major and innovative companies in the market.
- Competitive Benchmarking- Briefs on the financials comparison between major players in the market.
- Competitive Dashboard: - Briefs on competitive dashboard of major players.
- Key Mergers and Acquisitions: - Information on recent mergers and acquisitions in the market covered in the report. This section gives key financial details of mergers and acquisitions, which have shaped the market in recent years.
- Recent Developments: - Information on recent developments in the market covered in the report.
- Market Opportunities And Strategies Describes market opportunities and strategies based on findings of the research, with information on growth opportunities across countries, segments and strategies to be followed in those markets.
- Conclusions And Recommendations This section includes recommendations for LiDAR providers in terms of product/service offerings geographic expansion, marketing strategies and target groups.
- Appendix- This section includes details on the NAICS codes covered, abbreviations and currencies codes used in this report.
Markets Covered:
- 1) By Component: Laser Scanner; Navigation And Positioning Systems; Other Components
- 2) By Type: Terrestrial; Aerial; Satellite
- 3) By Application: Mapping And Cartography; ADAS (Advanced Driver-Assistance System); Environment; Exploration And Detection; Other Applications
- 4) By Technology: 2D; 3D; 4D
- 5) By End User: Defense And Aerospace; Civil Engineering; Archaeology; Automotive; Forestry And Agriculture; Mining; Transportation; Other End User
- Companies Mentioned: Hesai Technology Co. Ltd.; Ouster Inc.; Hexagon AB (Leica Geosystems); Faro Technologies Inc.; Valeo SA.
- Countries: China; Australia; India; Indonesia; Japan; South Korea; USA; Canada; Brazil; France; Germany; UK; Italy; Spain; Russia
- Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
- Time-series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
- Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets; GDP proportions; expenditure per capita; LiDAR indicators comparison.
- Data segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data; market share of competitors; market segments.
- Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.