Underwater Communication System Global Market Report 2024

The underwater communication system market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $3.87 billion in 2023 to $4.38 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.2%. The growth observed in the historical period can be attributed to several factors, including the imperative for secure communication, the expanding activities in oil and gas exploration, a rising interest in underwater research and data collection, the increasing global connectivity, and the growing significance of maritime security and border control. These factors collectively contributed to the historical expansion of underwater communication systems, meeting various needs in security, industry, research, and global connectivity.

The underwater communication system market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.77 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.5%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to factors such as the increasing installations of renewable energy sources, a growing interest in deep-sea mining activities, the expansion of international undersea cable networks, a rise in the use of autonomous underwater vehicles, and the growing integration of underwater communication systems within naval defense operations. Major trends expected in the forecast period encompass advancements in acoustic communication technologies, integration of artificial intelligence (AI), miniaturization of communication devices, the development of hybrid communication systems, and the adoption of cloud-based underwater communication solutions.

The anticipated growth of global security concerns in maritime regions is expected to drive the underwater communication system market. Security concerns in maritime regions encompass various potential threats, risks, and challenges impacting the safety, stability, and integrity of activities and assets in oceans, seas, and interconnected waterways. Underwater communication systems play a vital role in monitoring and securing maritime borders, enabling authorities to detect and respond to unauthorized intrusions or suspicious activities in real time. According to data from the Information Fusion Centre in August 2022, there was a 40% increase in incidents of theft, piracy, and robbery within the Area of Interest (AOI) compared to the corresponding period in 2021. Additionally, there was a notable surge in illegal human migration, marking a significant 179% increase. The escalating global security concerns in maritime regions are expected to be a key driver for the underwater communication system market.

Leading companies in the underwater communication system market are actively engaged in developing innovative products, such as communication systems with high-power transceivers, to enhance maritime communication and maximize their market profitability. High-power transceivers play a crucial role in efficiently sending and receiving signals at elevated power levels in underwater communication systems. In March 2022, DSIT Solutions, an Israel-based company specializing in search and navigation equipment, launched WhitePointer, an advanced underwater acoustic communication system compliant with NATO standards. WhitePointer facilitates reliable voice and data communication among various maritime platforms, including surface ships, submarines, divers, and underwater drones. The system supports networked communication and seamless integration with onboard systems, ensuring secure and agile underwater communication with multiple modulation types for data transmission and a high-power transceiver.

In July 2022, Thales Defense & Security, Inc., a US-based provider of mission-critical systems, acquired Advanced Acoustic Concepts (AAC) from Leonardo DRS for an undisclosed amount. This strategic acquisition is expected to expand Thales Defense & Security, Inc.'s portfolio in surface ship anti-submarine warfare (ASW), airborne ASW, and mine countermeasures. Advanced Acoustic Concepts (AAC) is a US-based technical provider of underwater warfare solutions for the defense and military sectors.

Major companies operating in the underwater communication system market report are Thales Group, L3Harris Technologies Inc, Subsea 7 SA, Saab Group, Kongsberg Maritime AS, Nortek AS, Oceaneering International Inc, Ultra Electronics Holdings plc, Aquatec Group Ltd, MacArtney Group, Sonardyne Limited, Sonardyne International Ltd, Bluecomm Limited, Teledyne Marine, International Submarine Engineering (ISE), Ocean Technology Systems (OTS), EvoLogics GmbH, Hydromea SA, AquaBotix Technology Corporation, JW Fishers Mfg Inc.

North America was the largest region in the underwater communication system market in 2023. Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the underwater communication system market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the underwater communication system market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The underwater communication system market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as underwater surveillance, underwater operations, and military actions services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The underwater communication system market also includes sales of underwater communication cables and transducers. 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).

An underwater communication system refers to a technology or a collection of techniques developed to facilitate communication between devices, instruments, or individuals submerged in water. These systems play a crucial role in enabling communication with remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), and other instruments utilized for activities such as data collection, exploration, and mapping of the ocean floor. Underwater communication systems are essential tools for researchers and scientists engaged in underwater exploration and research.

The primary components of an underwater communication system consist of hardware, software, and services. The hardware component, comprising physical equipment and devices, plays a key role in facilitating real-time data transmission. This capability is crucial for effective monitoring, surveillance, and coordination in maritime operations and scientific research. Hardware in underwater communication systems is categorized based on connectivity, including hardwired and wireless options. These systems find applications in various fields such as climate monitoring, environmental monitoring, hydrography, oceanography, pollution monitoring, and others. End users benefiting from these systems include marine industries, military and defense sectors, oil and gas industries, scientific research and development, and more.

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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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