Europe Gesture Recognition and Touchless Sensing Market

The Europe gesture recognition and touchless sensing market is projected to reach USD 35.2 billion by 2032 from USD 7.8 billion in 2025, at a CAGR of 24.1%. The Europe gesture recognition and touchless sensing market is growing steadily due to the wider adoption of touchless interaction across automotive, public infrastructure, retail, and industrial applications. European automakers are integrating gesture-based controls in infotainment and driver monitoring systems. Interior comfort functions also use these interfaces to improve safety and reduce driver distraction. Investments in smart cities and contactless access systems are increasing. 

Europe benefits from a strong technology and automotive ecosystem. Key players include Infineon Technologies (Germany), Cognitec Systems GmbH (Germany), Valeo (France), Sony Depthsensing Solutions (Belgium), IrisGuard (UK), and AMERIA AG (Germany). These companies advance depth sensing and AI-based vision. Biometric solutions are also expanding. Strong regulatory focus on safety and data protection supports adoption. Quality standards encourage reliability. Collaboration between OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers accelerates deployment. Research institutions support innovation. These factors drive wider adoption across Europe.

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In October 2025, Infineon Technologies AG launched its next-generation XENSIV 60 GHz CMOS radar sensor, BGT60CUTR13AIP, designed for ultra-low power IoT and smart home applications. The sensor features on-chip radar processing with a hardware accelerator, enabling access to raw or pre-processed data while reducing host processor load and system cost.

In June 2023, IrisGuard Ltd. and Elm Saudi Arabia completed and signed a Memorandum of Understanding at GITEX Africa in Morocco on June 1, 2023, to explore collaboration across various projects, including distributing humanitarian aid and citizen social protection payments incorporating iris recognition.

The key players operating in the Europe gesture recognition and touchless sensing market include Sony Depthsensing Solutions (Belgium), Infineon Technologies (Germany), Cognitec Systems GmbH (Germany), IrisGuard (UK), Valeo (France), AMERIA AG (Germany), IDEMIA (France), Microchip Technology Inc. (US), OMNIVISION (US), and Cisco Systems, Inc. (US).

Infineon Technologies (Germany)

Infineon Technologies AG develops advanced sensors and semiconductor solutions that enable devices to sense their surroundings and process data efficiently. These solutions support intuitive touchless interaction while improving safety and energy efficiency. Infineon combines multiple sensors within a single device to enable applications such as air quality monitoring, smart intrusion detection, and intelligent environmental control. Its technologies are widely used in smart homes, voice-enabled devices, wearables, and smart building systems. Sensors detect human presence and monitor occupancy levels. Systems automatically adjust lighting and ventilation based on real-time needs. This approach improves safety and user comfort. It also optimizes energy consumption. Infineon focuses on sensor fusion and intelligent processing. This supports the adoption of interactive connected digital environments.  The company maintains its presence across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific.

IrisGuard (UK)

IrisGuard Ltd. is a provider of iris biometric technology platforms designed for secure and large-scale identity authentication. The company focuses on delivering trusted biometric solutions for humanitarian programs, government services, and financial inclusion initiatives. Its patented EyePay platform enables fast and secure transactions by using iris recognition instead of traditional cards, PINs, or passwords. Authentication is completed within seconds through a simple eye scan, reducing fraud and improving user convenience. IrisGuard’s solutions are widely deployed in large population programs where accuracy, reliability, and scalability are critical. By enabling secure digital identity and payment authentication, the company supports efficient aid distribution, financial access, and identity management. IrisGuard continues to strengthen its position in the biometric authentication market through innovation and partnerships across public and private sectors.

Market Ranking

The Europe gesture recognition and touchless sensing market is highly competitive, with five leading players collectively accounting for around 25–35% of the total market share. In this region, Sony Depthsensing Solutions (Belgium), Infineon Technologies (Germany), Cognitec Systems GmbH (Germany), IrisGuard (UK), and Valeo (France) hold strong positions due to expertise in depth sensing technologies and biometric authentication. They also deliver AI-enabled vision systems and automotive-grade sensing solutions. Demand in Europe is driven by the adoption of premium automotive interfaces and public security systems. Border control and smart manufacturing also support adoption. Intelligent building infrastructure contributes to steady demand. The market benefits from close collaboration between technology providers and automotive OEMs. Research institutions support applied innovation. This collaboration enables consistent development and deployment. Europe maintains a strong focus on safety standards and data protection regulations. System reliability remains a key requirement. These factors support the sustained deployment of gesture recognition and touchless sensing solutions across the region.

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