Leak detection market to grow to $8.53B by 2035, driven by regulations and tech advances.

The global leak detection market is projected to grow from $5.08 billion in 2025 to $8.53 billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 5.31%. Growth is primarily driven by stringent regulatory requirements, especially in the U.S., where extensive aging pipeline infrastructure demands certified monitoring. Handheld detectors currently dominate the market, while UAV-based and optical gas imaging technologies are the fastest-growing segments. The oil and gas sector leads demand, with Asia Pacific showing the fastest regional growth due to expanding gas networks and environmental policies.