Offshore Patrol Vessel Market Report 2025

The offshore patrol vessel market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $25.67 billion in 2024 to $27.65 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to maritime security concerns, exclusive economic zone (EEZ) monitoring, counter-piracy operations, search and rescue missions, and fisheries protection.

The offshore patrol vessel market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $37.01 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising geopolitical tensions, expanded Coast Guard capacities, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) operations, surveillance and intelligence gathering, joint patrols and naval cooperation. Major trends in the forecast period include development of anti-submarine warfare (ASW) capabilities, focus on crew comfort and welfare, enhancements in maritime domain awareness (MDA), application of stealth technologies, focus on interoperability with allied forces.

The growing need for coastal security is anticipated to boost the offshore patrol vessel market in the coming years. Coastal security involves enhancing the infrastructure of Coastal States and the UT Police Force to patrol and monitor coastal areas, particularly the shallow seas near the shore. Offshore patrol vessels will undertake various activities related to economic exclusion zone management, including maritime security, border control, routine patrols, anti-smuggling operations, counter-terrorism efforts, counter-piracy initiatives, and fisheries protection, along with effective disaster response. For example, the Maritime annual incident report for 2022 from Risk Intelligence, a Denmark-based company that specializes in risk assessment and threat analysis both at sea and on land, noted an 8% increase in incidents involving vessels in the Singapore Strait, with 55% of these incidents categorized as failed attacks. Consequently, the rising demand for coastal security is driving growth in the offshore patrol vessel market.

The upsurge in global maritime trade activities is expected to drive the growth of the offshore patrol vessel market. Global maritime trade encompasses the exchange of goods and services via maritime routes. Offshore patrol vessels contribute to securing trade routes by enforcing laws, enhancing security, and safeguarding shipping lanes. They perform essential duties such as patrols, surveillance, and rapid response operations, deterring piracy, illegal fishing, and other maritime threats. This ensures safe passage for trade vessels, promoting economic stability and facilitating global commerce. According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), global maritime trade is projected to grow by 2.4% in 2023 and over 2% between 2024 and 2028. Hence, the surge in global maritime trade activities propels the offshore patrol vessel market.

Key players within the offshore patrol vessel market are strategically partnering to gain a competitive edge. An instance includes ABB Ltd., a Switzerland-based corporation specializing in electrification, industrial automation, and robotics, securing a contract with Meyer Turku, a Finland-based shipbuilding company, in April 3023. This collaboration involves delivering an integrated power and propulsion solution comprising two Azipod propulsion units and the Onboard DC Grid power system for two multi-purpose patrol vessels commissioned by the Finnish Border Guard.

Leading entities in the offshore patrol vessel market are focusing on product advancement, exemplified by the Vigilance Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV), aimed at safeguarding Canada’s critical interests. The Vigilance OPV, a next-generation vessel tailored to meet the Royal Canadian Navy's future requirements, boasts advanced features such as a covered boat bay to accommodate a 13m unmanned surface vehicle (USV) or containerized payloads, along with a dedicated flight deck for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV). Vard Marine Inc., a US-based maritime transportation manufacturer, launched the Vigilance OPV in July 2023, showcasing substantial design enhancements catering to evolving maritime needs.

In December 2022, Hanwha Group, a tech company based in South Korea, completed the acquisition of Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (DSME) for an undisclosed sum amounting to $1.5 billion (2 trillion Korean won). This strategic move aims to leverage Hanwha Group's global operational network to bolster DSME's export capabilities. The acquisition, particularly between Hanwha System and DSME, is expected to yield multiple advantages, including potential cost reductions. DSME, a premium shipbuilding and offshore enterprise also based in South Korea, stands to benefit significantly from this acquisition.

Major companies operating in the offshore patrol vessel market include Austal Limited, BAE Systems PLC, Damen Shipyards Group, Dearsan, Fassmer GmbH & Co, Fincantieri S.p.A, Fr. Lürssen Werft GmbH & Co.KG, Hamilton Jet, Israel Shipyards Ltd., Eastern Shipbuilding Group Inc, Stanley Boats, Marine Alutech OY AB, J D. Irving Group of Companies, Japan Marine United Corporation, Kangnam Corporation, Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd., L&T Shipbuilding Limited, Daewoo Shipbuilding Industry Corporation, Maritime Partner AS, Naval Group, Palumbo Group, Rodman Polyships, Thales Group, HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering Co. Ltd., Huntington Ingalls Industries Inc., China Shipbuilding & Offshore International Co. Ltd., Hanwha Ocean Co. Ltd., Vard Group, Goa Shipyard, Mazagon Dock Limited.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the offshore patrol vessels market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global offshore patrol vessels market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the offshore patrol vessel market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the offshore patrol vessel market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

An offshore patrol vessel serves as a compact surface ship designed primarily for safeguarding coastlines. These warships boast versatile capabilities, adept at fulfilling a range of duties, including disaster relief, border security, counterterrorism, anti-smuggling operations, and maritime surveillance. Specifically tailored for managing economic exclusion zones, these vessels play a pivotal role in ensuring marine security for coastal communities and providing swift disaster response.

Offshore patrol vessels come in distinct types advanced vessels and basic vessels. The advanced offshore patrol vessel (AOPV), crafted in-house, is well-suited for tasks such as patrolling and monitoring marine zones, executing search and rescue missions, managing environmental pollution, engaging in external firefighting, and facilitating the operation of ALH helicopters for comprehensive, long-range surveillance. These vessels come in various sizes, categorized as less than 50 meters, 50 to 90 meters, and over 90 meters. They are tailored for diverse applications such as monitoring activities, protecting exclusive economic zones (EEZ), engaging in anti-air warfare (AAW), anti-surface warfare (ASUW), electronic warfare (EW) operations, and participating in humanitarian missions. They are utilized by a range of end users including navies, coast guards, and other entities.

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The offshore patrol vessels market consists of sales of patrol boats, active-class patrol vessels, Acosta-class patrol vessels, and arch-class patrol vessels. 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.

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