Portugal Sterilization Services Market Size and Forecasts (2020 - 2030), Regional Share, Trends, and Growth Opportunity Analysis Report Coverage: By Mode of Delivery (Offsite Sterilization and Onsite Sterilization), Method (Ethylene Oxide Sterilization, C

Portugal Sterilization Services Market Size and Forecasts (2020 - 2030), Regional Share, Trends, and Growth Opportunity Analysis Report Coverage: By Mode of Delivery (Offsite Sterilization and Onsite Sterilization), Method (Ethylene Oxide Sterilization, Chlorine Dioxide Sterilization, Gamma Ray Sterilization, Electron Beam Sterilization, Steam Sterilization, and Others), Service Type (Contract sterilization and Microbial Reduction Services, Equipment Sterilization, Testing and Validation Services, Technical Support, and Others), and End User (Medical Device Companies, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Companies, Hospital and Clinics, and Others)

According to our new research study on Portugal Sterilization Services Market Forecast to 2030 – Country Share, Trends, and Growth Opportunity Analysis – by Mode of Delivery, Method, Service Type, and End User, the market was valued at US$ 99.72 million in 2022 and is expected to reach US$ 162.34 million by 2030. It is estimated to register a CAGR of 6.3% during 2022–2030.

Sterilization services involve processes that eliminate or destroy all forms of microbial life, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores from medical devices, equipment, and instruments. The Portugal sterilization services market growth is attributed to events like the COVID-19 pandemic that highlighted the importance of rapid and effective sterilization to prevent the spread of infections. to the increasing number of hospital-acquired and other infections, rising counts of surgical procedures, greater attention toward disinfection, and the growth of the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors drive the growth of the Portugal sterilization services market. Also, recent developments in sterilization technology are expected to fuel Portugal sterilization services market growth in the coming years.

Continued improvements in low-temperature sterilization systems have reduced processing times and expanded capabilities for instrument reprocessing. The sterilization processes that have traditionally been used for medical products include steam, ethylene oxide (EtO), ionizing radiation (gamma or E-beam), low-temperature steam and formaldehyde, and dry heat (hot air). Most new methods are oxidative processes based on peroxy compounds. These include sterilants based on hydrogen peroxide, peracetic acid, peroxysulfates, chlorine dioxide, and Ozone. Hydrogen-peroxide-based low-temperature sterilization is a new sterilization technology for temperature-dependent medical devices. Peracetic acid is currently used in several sterilization processes. Cold sterilization enables low-temperature molecular stabilization protection for products containing heat-sensitive ingredients yet requiring sterilization or bioreduction. Refrigeration can be provided at a range of 1–5°C, and frozen storage is offered at a range of −24°C to −18°C. In September 2022, Telstar expanded the process laboratory service for freeze-drying and sterilization by incorporating cold sterilization methods for non-compatible medical and pharmaceutical products with conventional high-temperature sterilization. Furthermore, Técnico scientists developed a new method for sterilizing personal protective equipment using gamma radiation. Thus, the abovementioned factors will eventually generate a greater demand for new sterilization technologies.

Many market players and research institutes operating in the Portugal sterilization services market are developing advanced technologies to expand their product portfolios and increase their market shares. Rising numbers of surgical procedures, product approvals, and collaborations are among the factors driving the Portugal sterilization services market size.

A few of the recent developments in Portugal sterilization services market are mentioned below:
In June 2023, STERIS plc. signed a definitive agreement to purchase the surgical instrumentation, laparoscopic instrumentation and sterilization container assets from Becton, Dickinson and Company. STERIS anticipates that the acquisition will qualify for a tax benefit related to tax deductible goodwill, with a present value of approximately $60 million.
In September 2022, Telstar expanded the process laboratory service for freeze-drying and sterilization by incorporating cold sterilization methods for non-compatible medical and pharmaceutical products with conventional high-temperature sterilization.
In August 2021, Ecolab Inc., opened the Ecolab Healthcare Advanced Design Center in Eagan, Minn. The state-of-the art, 22,000-square-foot innovation center will enable Ecolab Healthcare to partner with medical device industry customers on infection prevention solutions for their cutting-edge surgical equipment and develop new solutions for hospitals and surgery centers.

By Mode of Delivery, Portugal Sterilization Services Market-Based Insights

Based on mode of delivery, the market is bifurcated into offsite sterilization services and onsite sterilization services. The offsite sterilization segment held a larger market share in 2022; the onsite sterilization segment is anticipated to register a higher CAGR during 2022–2030. The market growth for the segment is attributed to the fact that offsite sterilization services have been proven cost-effective for hospitals. Moreover, companies in this business appoint qualified staff with excellent technical know-how to provide improved services, alongside maintaining high standards by complying with government regulations.

By Method, Portugal Sterilization Services Market -Based Insights

Based on method, the market is segmented into ethylene oxide sterilization, chlorine dioxide sterilization, gamma ray sterilization, electron beam sterilization, steam sterilization, and others. The ethylene oxide sterilization segment held the largest market share in 2022, and the chlorine dioxide sterilization segment is anticipated to register the highest CAGR during 2022–2030. The market growth for the segment is driven by the crucial and most commonly used methods during surgical procedures and other medical treatments.

The Eurostats, Medtechdive are a few of the major primary and secondary sources referred to while preparing the report on the Portugal sterilization services market.