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Atomic layer deposition (ALD) is a method for producing thin films with diverse applications. It falls under the category of chemical vapor deposition (CVD), where gaseous reactants or precursors are introduced into a reaction chamber to create the desired material through chemical surface reactions.
The primary types of atomic layer deposition include metal ALD, aluminum oxide ALD, plasma-enhanced ALD, catalytic ALD, and others. Thermal ALD specifically involves atomic layer deposition performed at high temperatures. These processes, such as chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and physical vapor deposition (PVD), find applications in various industries, including semiconductors and electronics, chemicals, energy, healthcare, and others.
The atomic layer deposition market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides atomic layer deposition market statistics, including atomic layer deposition industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with an atomic layer deposition market share, detailed atomic layer deposition market segments, market trends, and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the atomic layer deposition industry. This atomic layer deposition market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
The atomic layer deposition market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.97 billion in 2024 to $3.22 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to semiconductor industry growth, R&D investments, miniaturization trends, increasing applications, material innovation, global expansion.
The atomic layer deposition market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.53 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to medical device innovations, AI and machine learning integration, energy storage solutions, strategic alliances and collaborations, regulatory support. Major trends in the forecast period include advancements in nanotechnology, focus on energy storage, global expansion of ALD equipment manufacturers, emergence of new applications integration of ALD in 3D NAND technology, technological innovations.
The increasing demand for electric vehicles is anticipated to drive the growth of the atomic layer deposition (ALD) market in the future. Electric vehicles are powered by one or more electric motors, utilizing energy stored in rechargeable batteries or other energy storage devices. The rising demand for electric vehicles significantly boosts the ALD market, as it leads to an increased need for lithium-ion batteries, which in turn fuels the demand for ALD technology. Lithium-ion batteries are crucial for electric vehicles as they provide the necessary energy source. The use of ALD for depositing nanostructured materials in lithium-ion batteries is positively influencing market growth. For example, in January 2024, a report from The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), based on data from Wards Intelligence, indicated that combined sales of hybrid vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), and battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in the United States accounted for 16.3% of light-duty vehicle (LDV) sales in 2023, up from 12.9% in 2022. Consequently, the growing demand for electric vehicles is expected to propel the growth of the atomic layer deposition market during the forecast period.
The surging demand for electric vehicles (EVs) is anticipated to bolster the atomic layer deposition market. EVs, powered by electric motors and rechargeable batteries, are witnessing a rapid increase in demand, thereby driving the need for lithium-ion batteries. These batteries, crucial for EV power storage, notably rely on ALD technology for depositing nanostructured materials. The application of ALD in fabricating lithium-ion batteries is a pivotal factor contributing to market growth. According to the Global Electric Vehicle Outlook 2022 by the International Energy Agency (IEA), sales of electric cars doubled in 2021, reaching a record high of 6.6 million units. This surge in electric vehicle adoption signals an increased need for lithium-ion batteries, consequently driving the demand for ALD technology in their production.
Innovation remains a pivotal trend shaping the atomic layer deposition market landscape. Major industry players are actively focusing on innovating ALD platforms for diverse applications. For instance, in October 2022, Samco Inc., a renowned Japanese manufacturer of semiconductor process equipment, unveiled its advanced plasma-enhanced atomic layer deposition (PEALD) system, AD-800LP. This cutting-edge system is specifically designed for depositing gate oxide films crucial for the next generation of silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) power devices, pivotal in advancing carbon neutrality. Equipped with a proprietary ICP plasma source, Tornado ICP, the AD-800LP provides versatility in depositing various films, including oxide and nitride films, even at high pressures. This innovation reflects a concerted effort in adapting ALD technology to meet evolving industry needs, signifying a significant stride in the atomic layer deposition market's advancement.
Major corporations in the atomic layer deposition market are strategically focusing on enhancing their product lines to bolster their market standing. For instance, in July 2023, Oxford Instruments, a prominent UK-based manufacturer and research firm specializing in cutting-edge tools and systems, unveiled its latest offering, the PlasmaPro ASP. This innovation is a high-rate atomic layer deposition (ALD) research system integrated into the Atomfab product range. The PlasmaPro ASP showcases a newly patented remote plasma source design, along with optimized chamber geometry and wafer stage bias, enabling precise control over ion energy. These distinct features collectively result in a threefold increase in ALD rate, ensuring the deposition of low resistivity and high Tc superconducting nitride films specifically targeted for quantum applications, marking the primary focus of this launch.
In June 2022, Applied Materials, a leading US-based supplier specializing in equipment, services, and software for semiconductor chip manufacturing, acquired Picosun for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition enables Applied Materials to integrate atomic layer deposition (ALD) technology into its offerings, expanding its technological capabilities significantly. Moreover, the acquisition brings in extensive research and development expertise, highly skilled teams, and valuable partnerships with top-tier universities and research institutions worldwide. Picosun, the acquired company, is a renowned provider of atomic layer deposition (ALD) technology based in Finland.
Major companies operating in the atomic layer deposition market include Arradiance LLC, ASM International N.V., Beneq Oy, Denton Vacuum LLC, Entegris Inc., Kurt J. Lesker Company, Lam Research Corporation., Oxford Instruments PLC, Tokyo Electron Limited, Veeco Instruments Inc., ALD NanoSolutions Inc., Forge Nano Inc., Adeka Corporation, Jiangsu Leadmicro Guide Nano Equipment Technology Co. Ltd., Encapsulix, NCD Co. Ltd., Applied Materials Inc., AIXTRON AG, EV Group, PVD Products Inc., Semilab Semiconductor Physics Laboratory Co. Ltd., KLA Corporation, Bruker Corporation, Hitachi High-Technologies Corporation, Nikon Corporation, Canon Inc., Toshiba Corporation, Sony Corporation, Panasonic Corporation, Moorfield Group Ltd.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the atomic layer deposition market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the atomic layer deposition market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the atomic layer deposition market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the atomic layer deposition market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The atomic layer deposition market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as fabrication of microelectronics and thick film deposition. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The atomic layer deposition market also includes sales of magnetic recording heads, metal films and thin film couplers, which are used in providing atomic layer deposition services. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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