Maritime Surveillance and Intervention Market Report 2025

The maritime surveillance and intervention market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $28.48 billion in 2024 to $31.55 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to maritime security concerns, illegal activities and piracy, national defense initiatives, search and rescue operations, environmental monitoring.

The maritime surveillance and intervention market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $46.31 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to geopolitical tensions, emerging threats, humanitarian assistance, technological innovations adoption, international collaborations. Major trends in the forecast period include adoption of blockchain for maritime data security, development of autonomous underwater vehicles, focus on counter-drone technologies for maritime security, introduction of high-frequency radar systems, collaboration and information sharing among maritime nations.

The rising trade and freight activities by sea are expected to propel the growth of the maritime surveillance and intervention market. Maritime trade involves the use of ships to transport commodities across oceans, benefiting from lower emissions and transportation costs, which encourage producers to opt for sea routes for long-haul shipments. Sea transport is more cost-effective and environmentally friendly than other methods, allowing many products to be handled in a single journey. This increase in sea-borne trade heightens the demand for maritime surveillance and intervention systems to ensure prompt responses to any emerging maritime safety or security issues. For example, in July 2024, Eurostat reported that the gross weight of seaborne goods in the European Union reached 893.97 million tonnes in Q2 2022, compared to 851.28 million tonnes in Q2 2021. Therefore, the rising trade and freight activities by sea will significantly drive the maritime surveillance and intervention market.

The upward trajectory of military expenditure is expected to contribute to the growth of the maritime surveillance and intervention market. Military expenditure involves allocating financial resources to fund a nation's military forces, defense infrastructure, and related activities. With geopolitical competition and security threats, rising military expenditure utilizes maritime surveillance and intervention to safeguard national interests and protect strategic sea routes. The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute reported that world military expenditure reached a new record high of $2.24 trillion in 2022, marking a 3.7% increase in real terms compared to the previous year. The top three spenders in 2022 were the United States, China, and Russia, accounting for 56% of the world total. The escalating military expenditure acts as a driving force behind the growth of the maritime surveillance and intervention market.

Technological advancement is a significant trend gaining traction in the maritime surveillance and intervention sector. Key industry players are concentrating on the development of sophisticated technologies, such as underwater surveillance, to improve detection capabilities, real-time monitoring, and the protection of vital maritime assets. For example, in May 2023, Image Soft Oy, a defense and space manufacturing company based in Finland, introduced the 3rd Generation Underwater Surveillance System (UNWAS), representing a major leap forward in underwater monitoring. This cutting-edge system aims to protect essential underwater infrastructure, including pipelines, subsea cables, and harbors, by providing continuous automated oversight. Functioning around the clock, the highly automated UNWAS system is not only cost-efficient but also environmentally friendly, effectively operating in various environments, from the Baltic and North Seas to tropical waters. Featuring a passive sensor network, UNWAS can identify a broad spectrum of underwater and surface threats, such as submarines, divers, autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), and underwater drones. With a detection range of over 30 kilometers under ideal conditions, this system signifies a substantial enhancement in naval capabilities and maritime security. As countries continue to invest in innovative surveillance technologies, systems like UNWAS will be essential for future maritime security initiatives.

Strategic partnerships have become a notable approach among major companies in the maritime surveillance and intervention industry. These partnerships involve leveraging complementary expertise and combining resources to develop comprehensive solutions that address complex maritime security challenges globally. For instance, in November 2023, Aerodata AG, a Germany-based provider of flight inspection systems, partnered with Milkor (Pty) Ltd., a South Africa-based Defense and Aerospace company, to launch a Milkor 380-based MALE UAS focused on maritime surveillance. This UAS offers dual-mode operation at altitudes ranging from 10,000 to 30,000 ft, a 35-hour endurance, a 1,300 kg Maximum Take-Off Weight, and customizable payloads, presenting a significant enhancement to global surveillance aircraft fleets.

In January 2022, Torch.AI, a US-based artificial intelligence (AI) powered ultra-high-speed data processing company, acquired B23 for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition brought B23's experience in applying machine learning to real-world situations together with Torch.AI's software platform, Nexus, aiming to provide substantial support to the United States Navy in various ways. B23 is a Virginia-based maritime surveillance company.

Major companies operating in the maritime surveillance and intervention market market include Indra Sistemas S.A., Saab Aktiebolag, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Elbit Systems Limited, Furuno Electric Company Limited, SRT Marine Systems Public Limited Company, Kongsberg Gruppen ASA, Neptune Maritime Security Limited, Securewest International Limited, Dassault Aviation S.A., Naval Group, Hart Maritime Ltd., Seagull Maritime Security Ltd., Solace Global Maritime, Maritime/Air Systems & Technologies, Navantia S.A. Empresa Nacional Bazán de Construcción Naval Militar, Austal Limited, Damen Shipyards Group N.V., Huntington Ingalls Industries Inc., Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd., Samsung Heavy Industries Co. Ltd., Hyundai Heavy Industries Co. Ltd., China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation, Bharat Electronics Limited, Larsen & Toubro Limited, Rolta India Limited, Zen Technologies Limited, Safran Electronics & Defense, ThalesRaytheonSystems.

North America was the largest region in the maritime surveillance and intervention market share in 2024. The regions covered in the maritime surveillance and intervention market market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the maritime surveillance and intervention market market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Maritime surveillance and intervention is an activity aimed at optimizing maritime security. The primary objective of this endeavor is to attain a heightened level of situation awareness that facilitates the timely identification and prevention of events impacting maritime security, environmental concerns, and border control.

The main systems involved in maritime surveillance and intervention include detectors, combat management systems, surveillance and tracking technologies, and geographic information systems (GIS). Detectors in this context refer to systems providing visual and auditory signals, along with potential alarms in different areas of the vessel. They are designed to deliver visible and audible warnings on the vessel in case of specific failures or erratic movements. The associated services encompass risk assessment and investigation, maintenance and support, and security management. These systems find application in naval, coast guard, and various other sectors.

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The maritime surveillance and intervention market includes revenues earned by entities by providing vessel traffic services, offshore energy, maritime security, atmosphere monitoring, emergency management. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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