Maritime Safety System Global Market Report 2024

The Maritime Safety System (MSS) refers to planned solutions and services implemented by shipping companies to ensure the safety of ships and the marine environment. MSS aims to provide a comprehensive approach to alert the system about the position and safety-related concerns of ships in the vicinity. It includes functionalities related to search and rescue coordination and protection from various security threats, such as terrorism, piracy, robbery, and illegal trafficking activities.

The main types of maritime safety systems include the Ship Security Reporting System, Automatic Identification System (AIS), Global Maritime Distress Safety System (GMDSS), Long Range Tracking and Identification (LRIT) System, Vessel Monitoring and Management System, and other systems like the Automated Manifest System (AMS) and Automated Mutual Assistance Vessel Rescue System (AMVER). The Security Reporting System involves electronic systems designed to prevent or mitigate potential risks in ships by implementing less hazardous processes and programs to reduce injuries and property loss. Maritime safety systems are employed for various purposes, including loss prevention and detection, security management, counter-piracy measures, coastal monitoring, safety of ships, and Pollution Prevention and Response (PPR) management. These systems find applications in diverse sectors such as government institutions, oil & gas, marine & construction, shipping & transportation, cargos & containers, and other end-users.

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The maritime safety system market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $19.85 billion in 2023 to $21.18 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.7%. The expansion observed in the historical period can be attributed to several factors, including the influence of international maritime regulations, the growth in global shipping activities, incidents of maritime accidents, increasing concerns about piracy, and a heightened focus on environmental protection within the maritime industry. These factors collectively contributed to the development and adoption of maritime safety systems during this period.

The maritime safety system market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $25.93 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2%. The projected growth in the forecast period can be attributed to various factors, including investments in port infrastructure, the emergence of autonomous vessels, collaboration with coastal authorities, evolving insurance requirements, and the ongoing concern for security threats in maritime environments. Key trends expected in this period include the digitalization of maritime operations, the integration of artificial intelligence, the adoption of remote monitoring and telematics, the use of digital twins for vessel safety, satellite-based communication solutions, and the automation of emergency response measures. These trends reflect the industry's commitment to leveraging advanced technologies for enhanced safety, efficiency, and security in maritime activities.

The maritime safety system market is poised for growth due to the increasing maritime trade and transportation. Enhanced consumer well-being leads to higher production, and lower emissions during long voyages benefit producers, ensuring competitiveness. Sea transport becomes more cost-effective and environmentally friendly for shipping goods over long distances, contributing to a significant increase in the volume of products transported. For instance, in May 2021, the Ministry of External Affairs reported that approximately 95% of India's trade by volume and 70% by value is transported by maritime means. The government's initiatives, such as allocating funds for merchant ship flagging and subsidizing Indian shipping businesses, further support the growth of the maritime safety system market.

The marine safety system market is expected to receive a boost from the expansion of global shipping. With an increase in shipping activities globally, there is a higher risk of safety-related incidents, making maritime safety systems crucial. The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development reported a notable increase in global shipments, emphasizing the growth in Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. The demand for maritime safety systems is evident in the need to prevent accidents and enhance safety measures in response to the rising global shipping activities.

Companies in the marine safety system market are innovating by developing new products such as single-man portable subsea remotely operated vehicles (ROVs). These compact, remotely controlled underwater vehicles are designed for underwater inspections and maintenance. For instance, SeaDrone Inc. launched SeaDrone MINI, a professional-grade ROV that is compact, one-person-operable, and equipped with advanced features. The MINI ROV is designed for underwater tasks in challenging environments, offering users varying levels of experience a versatile and efficient solution.

The avenue of innovation in the marine safety system market involves the development of products like long-range identification and tracking (LRIT). LRIT is an international system that monitors and tracks ship movements over long distances, typically in international waters. Lars Thrane A/S introduced LRIT capabilities to its LT-3100S global maritime distress and safety system (GMDSS), enhancing the tracking capabilities of vessels. LRIT functionality is available for activation across all versions of the GMDSS system, providing comprehensive monitoring capabilities.

In April 2021, Leonardo acquired a 30% stake in GEM Electronica, an Italian company specializing in 3D radars, electro-optical sensors, and inertial systems. This acquisition strengthens Leonardo's position in the naval sector, particularly in the development of short and mid sensors for navigation, maritime, coastal, and airport surveillance. By diversifying and broadening its product offering, Leonardo aims to improve engineering, manufacturing, and marketing capabilities in the maritime safety system market.

Major companies operating in the maritime safety system market include Raytheon Anschutz GmbH, Honeywell International Inc., Elbit Systems Ltd., Saab AB, OSI Maritime Systems Ltd., BAE Systems PLC, Thales Group, Smiths Group PLC, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Westminster Group PLC, L3Harris Technologies Inc., Kongsberg Gruppen ASA, Leonardo S.p.a., Atlas Elektronik GmbH, Airbus SE, Terma Group AS, Nuctech Company Ltd., ARES Security Corporation, Rolta India Ltd., HALO Maritime Defense Systems Inc., Lockheed Martin Corporation, General Dynamics Corporation, Harris Corporation, Safran S.A., FLIR Systems Inc., Garmin Ltd., Furuno Electric Co. Ltd., Japan Radio Co. Ltd., Wärtsilä Corporation, Signalis SA, SRT Marine Systems PLC, Consilium Strategic Communications Ltd., MarineGuard Systems Ltd., Martek Marine Ltd., HENSOLDT UK

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the maritime safety system market in 2023 and is also expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the maritime safety system market share report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

The countries covered in the maritime safety system market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

The maritime safety system market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing maritime safety solutions such as navigation, tracking, sending, and receiving real-time data, assistance to vessels, and managing ship traffic. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The maritime safety system market also includes sales of automatic identification systems, GMDSS systems, long-range tracking and identification (LRIT) system, automated manifest system (AMS), automated mutual assistance vessel rescue systems (AMVER), and vessel management systems. 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 maritime safety system market 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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