Digital Mobile Radio Global Market Report 2024

The digital mobile radio market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $6.27 billion in 2023 to $7.04 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.2%. The growth observed during the historic period can be attributed to manufacturers' heightened investments in integrating advanced mechanisms into devices, enhanced capabilities within compact designs, rising demand for digital mobile radio devices, expanded utilization of digital mobile radio technology, and increased adoption of such technology.

The digital mobile radio market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $11.31 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.6%. The forecasted growth in the upcoming period can be linked to escalating occurrences of natural disasters, heightened importance of efficient critical communication for public safety operations, growing demand for digital mobile radio systems in emerging economies, increased significance of streamlined critical communication in various operations, and a surge in incidents involving crime, terrorism, and natural disasters. Major trends anticipated during this forecast period encompass the introduction of novel technologies, advanced communication equipment, increased adoption of DMR radios, a rising demand for improved efficiency in radio communication systems, and the integration of DMR systems with Internet of Things (IoT) devices.

The increasing emphasis on workplace safety and security is poised to drive the growth of the digital mobile radio (DMR) market. This focus stems from heightened awareness regarding the significance of providing employees with a safe and secure work environment, prompted by regulatory mandates and a commitment to safeguarding workers from potential harm. Digital mobile radio systems play a crucial role in enhancing workplace safety and security by offering features such as instant communication, location tracking, emergency functionalities, group communication, and seamless integration with other safety systems. For instance, data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics in 2022 revealed a 5.7% rise in fatal work injuries in the United States, underscoring the imperative need for enhanced safety measures, thus driving the demand for digital mobile radio solutions.

Key players in the digital mobile radio market are innovating multi-protocol mobile radios to enable seamless connectivity and communication across various radio systems and networks. Examples include the Kenwood NX-1700(VHF) and NX-1800(UHF) mobile radios, designed to operate in multiple modes such as Analog FM, NXDN conventional, NXDN Type-D trunking, and DMR Tier II conventional. Launched by JVCKenwood Corporation in June 2022, these radios cater to diverse communication requirements and feature custom emergency profiles for swift activation of emergency functions, ensuring rapid response to critical situations. The Kenwood NX-1700(VHF) and NX-1800(UHF) mobile radios offer comprehensive digital mobile radio solutions tailored to meet the communication needs across various industries and operational scenarios.

In March 2022, Motorola Solutions Inc. bolstered its presence in the digital mobile radio sector through the acquisition of TETRA Ireland Communications Limited. This strategic move underscores Motorola Solutions' commitment to delivering interoperable mission-critical communications solutions to emergency services, public safety agencies, state utilities, and volunteer organizations nationwide in Ireland. TETRA Ireland Communications Limited, based in Ireland, owns and operates the national digital radio service (NDRS), further enhancing Motorola Solutions' capabilities in providing reliable and efficient communication solutions for critical operations.

Major companies operating in the digital mobile radio market are Raytheon Company, Thales Group, L3Harris Technologies Inc., Motorola Solutions Inc., Leonardo S.p.A, JVCKENWOOD Corporation, Sercomm Corporation, Talent Technology Services Limited, Flatworld Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Hytera Communications Corporation Ltd., Marcus Corporation (MCS), Sepura Limited, Telo Systems Limited, BK Technologies, Jotron AS, ICOM Inc., Simoco Wireless Solutions Limited, Midland Radio Corporation, Radiodata GmbH, Comita Group, Sigtech Wireless Technologies, Rolta Incorporated, Mobicomm Limited, Alinco Inc., Tait Ltd., Mercury Systems Inc., Beijing Jiaxun Feihong Electrical Co., Ltd., Catalyst Communications Technologies, Ritron Inc., Kenwood Communications.

North America was the largest region in the digital mobile radio market in 2023. The regions covered in the digital mobile radio market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

The countries covered in the digital mobile radio market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Digital mobile radio (DMR) represents a digital communication solution widely utilized across various professional sectors for transmitting voice and data. It offers superior voice quality, advanced features, and efficient spectrum utilization compared to traditional analog systems. By employing digital modulation techniques, DMR ensures clearer audio transmission and enhanced resistance to interference.

The primary products within the realm of digital mobile radio include hand portable devices and in-vehicle units. Hand portable radios are compact and lightweight communication tools designed for easy carrying. DMR systems are classified into tier 1 (unlicensed), tier 2 (conventional), and tier 3 (trunked), operating across frequencies ranging from 25 to 174 MHz, 200 to 512 MHz, and beyond 700 MHz. These systems find applications across various industry verticals including commercial, defense and public safety, mining, oil and gas, transportation, and others.

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The digital mobile radio market consists revenues earned by entities by providing services such as consulting and advisory services, maintenance and upgrades, system integration and commissioning, equipment procurement and supply, network deployment and installation, and system design and engineering. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The digital mobile radio market also includes sales of mobile radios, portable radios, repeaters, base stations, antennas, accessories and control units. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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