A nuclear radiation scanner is a device or instrument designed to detect and measure ionizing radiation emitted from radioactive materials. It identifies alpha, beta, gamma, or neutron radiation to assess the presence and intensity of radioactive sources. A nuclear radiation scanner typically uses various sensors to capture and convert radiation signals into readable data.
The main product types of nuclear radiation scanners include portable scanners, fixed scanners, and handheld scanners. Portable scanners are compact devices used to scan documents and images on the go, typically via USB or wireless connection. It uses various technologies such as Geiger-Muller counters, scintillation detectors, semiconductor detectors, and others and is distributed through direct sales, online sales, distributors and resellers, and aftermarket services. It is used by various end-users, including hospitals, research institutes, nuclear power plants, defense and security agencies, and others.
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The nuclear radiation scanner market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.24 billion in 2024 to $1.34 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The growth in the historic period is due to factors such as rising industrial applications, heightened security risks associated with radioactive materials, growth in research and development, expansion of nuclear medicine, and rise in nuclear terrorism threats.
The nuclear radiation scanner market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.81 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8%. The growth in the forecast period is due to factors such as increasing nuclear power generation, increasing funding and initiatives by governments for nuclear safety, growing awareness of radiation risks, increasing nuclear waste management, and increase in radiation accidents. Major trends in the forecast period include innovations in sensor technology, development of portable radiation detectors, demand for real-time radiation monitoring, advancements in detector sensitivity, and incorporation of automated and digital systems.
The increasing generation of nuclear power is expected to drive the growth of the nuclear radiation scanner market in the coming years. Nuclear power, produced through controlled nuclear reactions-typically fission-is used to generate electricity. Its growing adoption is primarily due to the rising demand for low-carbon energy sources, offering a dependable and large-scale alternative to fossil fuels while contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. Nuclear radiation scanners play a crucial role in nuclear power facilities by ensuring the safety of both personnel and the environment. They detect and monitor radiation levels, prevent harmful exposure, and help maintain regulatory compliance. For example, in February 2025, a report by the European Commission, a Belgium-based executive body, stated that the 13 European Union countries generating nuclear electricity produced a combined total of 619,601 gigawatt hours (GWh) in 2023, reflecting a 1.7% increase over 2022. This rise in nuclear power generation is expected to boost the nuclear radiation scanner market.
Leading companies in the nuclear radiation scanner market are prioritizing the development of advanced technologies, including software tools, to enhance task accuracy and consistency. These digital applications are designed to perform specific tasks, boost productivity, and support the development and management of other systems. For instance, in June 2023, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), based in Austria, introduced the Mobile-Integrated Nuclear Security Network (M-INSN), a software tool that delivers real-time radiation data. This innovation strengthens nuclear security, particularly at high-traffic locations such as border crossings, seaports, and airports. M-INSN allows decision-makers to view radiation data in real-time and make informed choices to safeguard the public during potential nuclear or radioactive material incidents. A notable feature of M-INSN is its vendor-neutral design, allowing compatibility with various detection devices and offering administrators instant access to both radiation data and the real-time positions of users, including radiation specialists and security personnel. Additionally, the tool includes an interactive map that regularly updates the status of the equipment, providing critical insights into ongoing nuclear security efforts.
In January 2025, Bertin Technologies, a France-based technical equipment developer, acquired VF Nuclear for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition enables both Bertin Technologies and VF Nuclear to expand their presence across Europe and offer a comprehensive portfolio of radiation detection devices that comply with nuclear safety and health physics standards. VF Nuclear, headquartered in the Czech Republic, specializes in manufacturing nuclear radiation scanners and associated radiation monitoring equipment.
Major players in the nuclear radiation scanner market are Bruker Corporation, HORIBA Ltd., LANDAUER INC., Canon Electron Tubes & Devices Co. Ltd., Atomtex Co., Berkeley Nucleonics Corporation, Rotem Industries Ltd., LND Inc., AMPTEK Inc., Radiation Monitoring Devices Inc., Mediso Ltd., Advacam s.r.o., Arktis Radiation Detectors Ltd., INNORIID GMBH, CapeSym Inc., M.C. TEC B.V., Radiation Detection Technologies Inc., US Nuclear Corp., John Caunt Scientific Ltd., ELSE NUCLEAR S.r.l.
North America was the largest region in the nuclear radiation scanner market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in nuclear radiation scanner report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
The countries covered in the nuclear radiation scanner market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The nuclear radiation scanner market consists of sales of personal dosimeters, radiation portal monitors, area radiation monitors, and neutron detectors. 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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The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
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3. Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market Trends And Strategies
4. Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market - Macro Economic Scenario Including The Impact Of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics, Trade Wars and Tariffs, And Covid And Recovery On The Market
5. Global Nuclear Radiation Scanner Growth Analysis And Strategic Analysis Framework
5.1. Global Nuclear Radiation Scanner PESTEL Analysis (Political, Social, Technological, Environmental and Legal Factors, Drivers and Restraints)
5.2. Analysis Of End Use Industries
5.3. Global Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market Growth Rate Analysis
5.4. Global Nuclear Radiation Scanner Historic Market Size and Growth, 2019 - 2024, Value ($ Billion)
5.5. Global Nuclear Radiation Scanner Forecast Market Size and Growth, 2024 - 2029, 2034F, Value ($ Billion)
5.6. Global Nuclear Radiation Scanner Total Addressable Market (TAM)
6. Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market Segmentation
6.1. Global Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Portable Scanners
Fixed Scanners
Handheld Scanners
6.2. Global Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Geiger-Muller Counters
Scintillation Detectors
Semiconductor Detectors
Others Technologies
6.3. Global Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Direct Sales
Online Sales
Distributors And Resellers
Aftermarket Services
6.4. Global Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By End-User, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Hospitals
Research Institutes
Nuclear Power Plants
Defense And Security Agencies
Other End Users
6.5. Global Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Portable Scanners, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Backpack Radiation Detectors
Vehicle-Mounted Radiation Detectors
Portable Radiation Portal Monitors
6.6. Global Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Fixed Scanners, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Fixed Radiation Portal Monitors
Area Radiation Monitors
Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems
6.7. Global Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Handheld Scanners, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Handheld Gamma Spectrometers
Handheld Geiger Counters
Personal Radiation Detectors
7. Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market Regional And Country Analysis
7.1. Global Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Split By Region, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
7.2. Global Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Split By Country, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
8.2. Asia-Pacific Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
8.3. Asia-Pacific Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
8.4. Asia-Pacific Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
9. China Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market
9.1. China Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market Overview
9.2. China Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F,$ Billion
9.3. China Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F,$ Billion
9.4. China Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F,$ Billion
10. India Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market
10.1. India Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
10.2. India Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
10.3. India Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
11. Japan Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market
11.1. Japan Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market Overview
11.2. Japan Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
11.3. Japan Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
11.4. Japan Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
12. Australia Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market
12.1. Australia Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
12.2. Australia Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
12.3. Australia Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
13. Indonesia Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market
13.1. Indonesia Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
13.2. Indonesia Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
13.3. Indonesia Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
14. South Korea Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market
14.1. South Korea Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market Overview
14.2. South Korea Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
14.3. South Korea Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
14.4. South Korea Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
15. Western Europe Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market
15.1. Western Europe Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market Overview
15.2. Western Europe Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
15.3. Western Europe Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
15.4. Western Europe Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
16. UK Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market
16.1. UK Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
16.2. UK Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
16.3. UK Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
17. Germany Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market
17.1. Germany Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
17.2. Germany Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
17.3. Germany Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
18. France Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market
18.1. France Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
18.2. France Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
18.3. France Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
19. Italy Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market
19.1. Italy Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
19.2. Italy Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
19.3. Italy Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
20. Spain Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market
20.1. Spain Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
20.2. Spain Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
20.3. Spain Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
21. Eastern Europe Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market
21.1. Eastern Europe Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market Overview
21.2. Eastern Europe Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
21.3. Eastern Europe Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
21.4. Eastern Europe Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
22. Russia Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market
22.1. Russia Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
22.2. Russia Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
22.3. Russia Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
23. North America Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market
23.1. North America Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market Overview
23.2. North America Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
23.3. North America Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
23.4. North America Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
24. USA Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market
24.1. USA Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market Overview
24.2. USA Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
24.3. USA Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
24.4. USA Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
25.2. Canada Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
25.3. Canada Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
25.4. Canada Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
26. South America Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market
26.1. South America Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market Overview
26.2. South America Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
26.3. South America Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
26.4. South America Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
27. Brazil Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market
27.1. Brazil Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
27.2. Brazil Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
27.3. Brazil Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
28. Middle East Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market
28.1. Middle East Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market Overview
28.2. Middle East Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
28.3. Middle East Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
28.4. Middle East Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
29. Africa Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market
29.1. Africa Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market Overview
29.2. Africa Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Product Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
29.3. Africa Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
29.4. Africa Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
30. Nuclear Radiation Scanner Market Competitive Landscape And Company Profiles