Frankfurt, Germany, May 15, 2025
The European Hearing Instrument Manufacturers Association (EHIMA) today announced the consolidated sales figures of its member companies for the year 2024. The data reveals a continued upward trend in demand for professionally fitted hearing instruments, signaling increasing awareness of hearing health and the benefits of modern hearing technologies.
According to EHIMA’s latest data, member companies collectively sold 22.69 million hearing aids in 2024, marking a 4% increase compared to 2023. This growth underscores the ongoing efforts to address hearing loss through early intervention and accessible audiological care.
“We are pleased to see a continued rise in the uptake of hearing instruments, which confirms that people are increasingly prioritizing their hearing health,” said Peter Karlströmer, the newly elected President of EHIMA. “Our member companies remain committed to innovating for better hearing and supporting public health initiatives that promote early diagnosis and treatment.”
EHIMA represents the world’s leading manufacturers of hearing instruments. All EHIMA member companies are dedicated to high-quality solutions that are fitted by hearing care professionals to meet individual needs. The consistent sales growth also reflects improved access to hearing care services in many regions and the increasing role of hearing devices in promoting healthy aging.
About EHIMA
The European Hearing Instrument Manufacturers Association (EHIMA) comprises the world’s major manufacturers of hearing instruments, who are at the forefront of hearing technology and innovation. EHIMA’s mission is to advance better hearing through the development of sophisticated hearing systems and collaboration with hearing care professionals.
Key Facts on Hearing Loss
– More than 11% of the people in Europe state a hearing loss.*
– Only 36% of people living with hearing loss use hearing aids.*
– Untreated hearing loss costs EU each year 185 billion euros.**
– Hearing aids and hearing implants help to reduce these costs.**
Source: *AEA/EFHOH/EHIMA (2024)G Tetting the numbers right on hearing loss, hearing care and hearing aid use in Europe; **Bridget Shield (2019): Hearing Loss – Numbers and Costs, Brunel University London; both available at www.ehima.com
Press Contact
For political and general inquiries:
Dr. Stefan Zimmer, EHIMA Secretary General
Herriotstrasse 1, 60528 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
E-mail: sz@ehima.com
For technical inquiries:
Dr. Rob Drullman, Secretary of the EHIMA Technical Committee
E-mail: tc@ehima.com
www.ehima.com