AMA Survey: Sensor and Measurement Technology Sector Reports Revenue Growth

According to a survey by the AMA Association, revenue in the sensor and measurement technology industry rose by 12 percent compared to the first quarter of 2025. For the coming quarter, the surveyed companies expect further revenue growth of five percent. This growth rate is below the long-term average of six percent, which in the past was also characterized by high growth rates in individual economic sectors. Order intake showed particularly strong growth at the beginning of the year. They increased by 16 percent compared to the previous quarter, reflecting strong demand for sensor and measurement technology solutions. This resulted in a positive book-to-bill ratio of 1.16 for AMA members in the first quarter of 2026. This figure describes the ratio of order intake to revenue during the same period and is an important indicator of future business performance. The positive industry trend in the first quarter is also reflected in stable employment figures. Only five percent of AMA members reported employing staff on short-time work. This points to a positive economic situation within the sensor and measurement technology industry, despite ongoing global uncertainties and shifts in traditional end-user markets.

Impact of PFAS Regulation on AMA Members

The regulation of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) remains a key strategic issue. The results of the survey of AMA members show that the majority of companies are already actively addressing the potential impacts. Just under 39 percent of respondents are currently in an initial analysis phase, while 20 percent are already planning concrete measures. About 24 percent have begun implementation or have already largely adapted their processes. Only four percent of companies have not yet addressed the issue of PFAS. This makes it clear that PFAS regulation has long been a strategically relevant issue for the sensor and measurement technology industry. Companies are actively working to adapt their products and processes to potential regulatory requirements and to ensure long-term planning certainty. “The results for the first quarter show that the sensor and measurement technology industry is growing while actively addressing its future challenges,” says Philipp Gutmann, Managing Director of the AMA Association. “The positive momentum in new orders underscores our industry’s innovative strength. At the same time, our companies are addressing regulatory issues such as PFAS early on and strategically. As the AMA Association, we actively support our members in this effort.”