Gas Detection Market

The gas detection market is projected to reach USD 5.18 billion by 2030 from USD 3.84 billion in 2025, growing at a CAGR of 6.1% during the forecast period. The gas detection market is undergoing a significant technological shift, offering substantial opportunities driven by stringent safety regulations and the integration of Industry 4.0/5.0. The technological landscape is evolving rapidly, moving beyond traditional catalytic and electrochemical sensors to advanced infrared (IR) and semiconductor-based sensors, which offer higher accuracy, durability, and faster response times. The opportunistic environment is fueled by the integration of IoT, wireless connectivity, and AI for real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and remote management across critical industries, including oil & gas, chemicals, and mining.

Recent company developments include Teledyne FLIR's launch of the Neutrino LC OGI camera module for UAV-based gas leak detection, demonstrating the shift toward aerial monitoring. Furthermore, Honeywell International Inc. recently localized the assembly of its BW Max XT II multigas detectors in Saudi Arabia under the 'Made in Saudi' initiative, highlighting a trend of regional manufacturing and compliance focus. The convergence of smart technology and regulatory mandates ensures continuous market growth, particularly for multigas and portable systems.

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Major Gas Detection Companies Include:

• Honeywell International Inc. (US)
• MSA (US)
• Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA (Germany)
• Industrial Scientific (US)
• Halma Plc (UK)

For instance, in November 2025, MSA Safety introduced the ALTAIR io 6 Multigas Detector at the 2025 A+A International Trade Fair and Congress in Düsseldorf, Germany. The company designed the six-gas detector for confined space monitoring and sampling applications. In September 2025, Crowcon, a part of Halma Plc, unveiled the IQ range, a new family of connected, portable gas detectors built to transform how safety teams protect people, manage fleets, and stay compliant in high-risk industries. From single-gas wearables (UnoIQ and DuoIQ) to rugged area monitors (DetectiveIQ) and real-time cloud-based insights, the IQ range combines modular design with smart connectivity.

Honeywell International Inc (US)

Honeywell International Inc. is one of the leading players in the global gas detection market, leveraging its technological strength and extensive industrial reach to maintain a highly competitive position. The company's gas detection solutions are widely used across industries that require stringent safety protocols, including oil and gas, chemicals, utilities, mining, semiconductor manufacturing, and public infrastructure. The company manages its business operations through four reportable business segments: Aerospace Technologies, Industrial, Automation, Building Automation, and Energy and Sustainability Solutions. In April 2024, the company realigned certain business units within the Industrial Automation reportable business segment. The gas detection business has been moved from the Sensing and Safety Technologies business unit to the Process Solutions business unit to align with the process measurement controls business. Honeywell's strength lies in its wide range of products that cover almost every gas detection need. Products include advanced Infrared (IR), Catalytic Bead, and Electrochemical detectors for flammable and toxic gases, Chemcassette Colorimetric Technology, Photoionization Detection (PID), High-Tech and Semiconductor technology (Bluetooth and Wireless Connectivity), and more.

MSA (US)

MSA Safety Incorporated is a global leader in advanced safety products, technology, and solutions. Workers around the world utilize the company's comprehensive product line in a broad range of markets, including the oil, gas, and petrochemical industries, the fire service, the construction industry, mining, and the military. MSA's core products include self-contained breathing apparatus, fixed gas and flame detection systems, portable gas detection instruments, industrial head protection products, fire and rescue helmets, and fall protection devices. The company's reporting segments include detection, fire service, industrial PPE, and Others. The company caters to the gas detection market through its detection segment, which offers core products including fixed gas and flame detection ("FGFD") systems and portable gas detection instruments. The company employs a team of over 5,000 associates across more than 40 international locations.

Market Ranking

The gas detection market exhibits a competitive landscape with several key players holding a substantial market presence across various sectors, including manufacturing & industrial, oil & gas, mining, chemical & petrochemical, power generation, building & construction, and others. Leading companies in the market include Honeywell International Inc. (US), MSA (US), Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA (Germany), Industrial Scientific (US), and Halma Plc (UK). These companies provide advanced gas detection solutions for a wide range of mission-critical and hazardous environments, primarily spanning the Oil & Gas, Chemical and Petrochemical, Mining, and Industrial Manufacturing sectors. Honeywell International Inc. is recognized as the market leader, holding a significant share due to its comprehensive offerings in both fixed and portable gas detection systems, complemented by its extensive industrial presence. MSA is another top-tier player, distinguished by its focus on worker safety and protection equipment, where its gas detection solutions integrate with personal protective equipment (PPE). Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA, which maintains a strong global presence, is particularly noted for its investment in and expertise with sophisticated safety and medical technology, including fixed and wireless gas detection. Halma plc, through its safety sector companies like Crowcon Detection Instruments and Sensit Technologies, maintains a strong collective market presence, particularly in specialized and high-growth segments. Finally, Industrial Scientific Corporation (now part of Fortive's Sensing Technologies) is a prominent force, particularly in portable gas detection and the connected worker ecosystem, with a focus on data analytics and real-time monitoring. These companies maintain competitive advantages through continuous innovation, strategic partnerships, and global expansion, reinforcing their technological leadership in the gas detection market.

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