ResearchAndMarkets.com, September 24, 2025
News Summary
A new ResearchAndMarkets report shows wearable technology moving from pilot trials to widespread adoption across construction firms of all sizes. The market is significant—estimated at US$4.4 billion and projected to reach US$7.3 billion—driven by safety innovation, tighter regulations, insurer incentives and a tech-ready workforce. Common devices include smart helmets, connected vests, AR glasses, exoskeletons and biometric monitors used for hazard alerts, geolocation, real-time communication and passive data collection. The report provides forecasts, trend analysis and supplier profiles to help buyers shape pilot programs and procurement decisions.
New market report highlights rapid growth in construction wearable tech
The report titled “Construction Wearable Technology – Global Strategic Business Report” has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The item comes as the market for on-site wearable devices accelerates from pilot trials to broad adoption across a range of contractors and project types.
Market snapshot
The global market for Construction Wearable Technology was estimated at US$4.4 billion in 2024. The global market for Construction Wearable Technology is projected to reach US$7.3 billion by 2030. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.8% from 2024 to 2030. The report includes numeric forecasts and trend analysis intended to help companies make investment and product decisions.
What the report offers
The ResearchAndMarkets report provides an in-depth analysis of market trends, drivers, and forecasts to help make informed business decisions. The published content covers market overviews, drivers and restraints, and profiles of leading and emerging suppliers. The ResearchAndMarkets report includes sections/headings such as: Report Features; Key Insights; Scope of Study; Key Attributes; Key Topics Covered; MARKET OVERVIEW; MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS; FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS.
Why adoption is rising
Historically, the construction industry has traditionally been slow to adopt new technologies. That pattern is changing as wearable technology is rapidly disrupting the traditional slow-adoption narrative in construction. Growth drivers named in the research include safety innovation, tighter regulations, rising contractor expectations, and visible economic incentives from insurers and clients.
Common devices and site uses
Wearables in construction include smart helmets, connected vests, AR glasses, and biometric monitors. These devices are being used to improve safety, boost efficiency, and gather data that previously required manual reporting. Wearables are transforming approaches to safety, efficiency, and data collection on job sites. For example, Construction wearables enable real-time communication on job sites and Construction wearables enable geolocation tracking on job sites. They also provide hazard alerts that help workers avoid accidents and help managers oversee compliance.
Features changing everyday work
The report and recent industry developments describe several growing capabilities: smart helmets with augmented reality overlays of building data, exoskeletons that reduce strain during lifting, air quality sensors for tunneling and demolition, and temperature-regulating vests and hydration trackers in extreme climates. Biometric devices like smartwatches and bands continuously assess heart rate, stress, and fatigue and feed those metrics into centralized dashboards for safety officers and site managers.
Who is buying?
Adoption is no longer limited to the largest firms. Adoption of wearable tech is no longer limited to Tier 1 contractors. Mid-sized and specialty contractors are investing in scalable, cloud-integrated wearable solutions that aim to improve safety and coordination without heavy IT burdens. Smaller firms are also trying low-commitment pilot programs and SaaS pricing to test benefits.
Operational, regulatory and economic pressures
Job sites are getting more complex and safety rules are tightening, producing a rising interest in technology that can reduce liability and speed incident response. Wearables can send real-time alerts, use geofencing to keep people out of danger zones, and feed passively collected safety data into project management systems. The move toward modular construction and dispersed teams is another factor that increases demand for real-time workforce visibility.
Notable product news
Aptima, Inc. announced VigiLife’s national release of Shield, a next-generation heat-safety wearable. The device is described as built from battlefield technology, tested across industrial and emergency settings, and designed to work in extreme heat while protecting worker privacy. Early deployments reported fewer heat-related incidents and measurable cost savings on some sites.
Takeaway
The new market report and recent product launches underline a clear shift: wearables are moving from experiments to core tools on many jobsites. The combination of safety gains, regulatory pressure, insurer incentives, and an incoming workforce comfortable with tech is pushing investment and product development. Companies weighing purchases can use the report’s data and the growing field trials to shape pilot programs and procurement plans.
FAQ
Q: What new report was added and where?
A: The report titled “Construction Wearable Technology – Global Strategic Business Report” has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.
Q: How large is the market now and how big will it become?
A: The global market for Construction Wearable Technology was estimated at US$4.4 billion in 2024. The global market for Construction Wearable Technology is projected to reach US$7.3 billion by 2030. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.8% from 2024 to 2030.
Q: What types of devices are included in construction wearables?
A: Wearables in construction include smart helmets, connected vests, AR glasses, and biometric monitors.
Q: What analysis does the report provide?
A: The ResearchAndMarkets report provides an in-depth analysis of market trends, drivers, and forecasts to help make informed business decisions.
Q: Is there recent product news worth noting?
A: Aptima, Inc. announced VigiLife’s national release of Shield, a next-generation heat-safety wearable.
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Key features table
| Feature | Notes |
|---|---|
| Market size & growth | US$4.4B in 2024; projected to US$7.3B by 2030; CAGR 8.8% (2024–2030) |
| Device types | Smart helmets, connected vests, AR glasses, biometric monitors, exoskeletons, air quality sensors |
| Primary benefits | Real-time communication, geolocation tracking, hazard alerts, compliance oversight, passive data collection |
| Adoption trend | Expanding beyond Tier 1 contractors to mid-sized and specialty firms via scalable, cloud-integrated solutions |
| Drivers | Safety innovation, regulatory mandates, insurer incentives, infrastructure spending, workforce expectations |
| Report content | Market overview, trends & drivers, company focus, and strategic insights for buyers and suppliers |
Deeper Dive: News & Info About This Topic
Additional Resources
- ResearchAndMarkets / BizWire: Construction Wearable Technology report
- Wikipedia: Wearable technology
- Engineering News-Record: Is Construction Ready for Wearable Technology (event)
- Google Search: construction wearable technology
- Business.com: Smart Helmets in Construction
- Google Scholar: smart helmet construction
- ForConstructionPros: Practical Construction Wearables
- Encyclopedia Britannica: wearable technology
- GlobeNewswire: Wearable Heat Safety Shield (VigiLife Shield) launch
- Google News: VigiLife Shield heat safety wearable
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