June 2026 – The global vacuum coating equipment industry is going through a phase of steady growth and rapid technological innovation, with demand from sectors like semiconductor manufacturing, consumer electronics, renewable energy, and medical devices continuously driving the market.
1. Market growth: Each segment is steadily expanding
The global vacuum coating equipment market is keeping its upward momentum. According to the latest industry analysis, the market is valued at around $25.71 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach $27.7 billion in 2026, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. Another report estimates that the market size will be about $28.4 billion in 2024 and predicts it will grow from $30 billion in 2025 to $47.8 billion by 2034, with a CAGR of 5.3%.
The physical vapor deposition (PVD) equipment market is also growing fast. It's valued at around $24.67 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach $26.65 billion by 2026 (with a CAGR of 8%), further increasing to $36.95 billion by 2030. At the same time, the PVD coating services market is expected to grow from $11.5 billion in 2026 to $22.4 billion by 2031, with an impressive CAGR of 14.3%.
2. Tech Innovation: AI, Precision Control, and Sustainability
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are becoming major forces transforming the thin film industry. At the SVC TechCon 2026 conference held in Long Beach, USA, industry leaders noted that the use of AI and machine learning in process monitoring, optimization, and decision-making is speeding up innovation. These data science tools are seen as key to improving process stability, yield, and long-term system performance.
Precision measurement and process control are still the foundation for achieving consistently high-quality results in thin film manufacturing. Advanced Energy has shown a significant improvement in in-situ temperature measurement accuracy, improving precision in the MOCVD process from ±20°C to ±2°C.
Eco-friendly and energy-saving coating technology is becoming popular due to increasingly strict environmental regulations and the demand for sustainable production.
Notable tech breakthroughs:
The Fraunhofer FEP Institute in Germany has further developed a mature vacuum coating process for titanium-coated composite bipolar plates, aimed at hydrogen energy components.
Researchers have developed a vacuum coating robot system 
that can do tracking coating on complex curved surfaces, providing a reliable solution for large precision parts in aerospace and defense.
3. Industry Trends: Orders, Expansion, and Mergers
Germany's SINGULUS TECHNOLOGIES announced that it has received another order for its TIMARIS modular vacuum coating system. This system can handle multiple different materials at the same time and is used for the development and manufacture of magnetic sensors. The customer is a large research institution in Asia, and the order amount is in the mid-single-digit millions of euros. The company's GENERIS PVD online sputtering system, designed for the production of fuel cell and PEM electrolyzer bipolar plates, features a modular design, upstream substrate cleaning, and a rotating magnetron cathode, allowing for double-sided coating with excellent adhesion.
French company HEF Groupe (a provider of surface treatment and tribology solutions) acquired the US-based Vergason Technology, Inc. in March 2025. The acquisition aims to expand HEF Groupe's global presence in high-performance coating technologies by integrating Vergason's advanced PVD equipment and services into the automotive, aerospace, medical, and electronics sectors.
M&A activities are becoming more frequent, with companies using integration to boost their tech capabilities and expand their geographic reach.
4. Regional Trends: Asia-Pacific Leads, Emerging Markets Growing
The Asia-Pacific region continues to dominate the global vacuum coating equipment market, thanks to its strong semiconductor, display, and battery manufacturing bases. Emerging economies are undergoing rapid industrialization, especially with the expansion of the automotive and electronics industries, driving up the demand for vacuum coating equipment.
Developed regions focus on innovation and advanced manufacturing capabilities, while developing regions continue to see growing demand due to industrial expansion and modernization.
Looking ahead, the deep integration of digital technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT) and machine learning with vacuum coating processes is expected to reshape operating models, boosting automation, precision, and efficiency. As various industries adopt new technologies, the demand for customized coating solutions is on the rise.
However, the industry also faces challenges like high initial investment costs, technical complexity, strict regulations on coating materials, and a shortage of skilled operators.
The global vacuum coating equipment industry is at a crossroads of technological advancement, evolving application demands, and changes in manufacturing models, with significant mid-to-long-term growth potential.
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