The OTA testing market is projected to reach USD 3.17 billion by 2029 from USD 2.23 billion in 2024 at a CAGR of 7.3% during the forecast period. The major factors driving the growth of the market are rising demand for wireless consumer devices, growing adoption of 5G technology, expansion of the Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem, and stringent regulatory requirements for wireless devices.
Further, increasing development in autonomous vehicles, rising smart city initiatives along with infrastructure, and advancements in millimeter-wave (mmwave), as well as massive multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) technologies open new growth avenues for market participants. OTA testing checks the efficiency of an antenna, the quality of the signal, and standards compliance regarding wireless performance. It is of prime importance in ensuring performance in a real environment, whether it be a smartphone, loT device, or automotive system in operation for various wireless communication protocols.
Further, increasing development in autonomous vehicles, rising smart city initiatives along with infrastructure, and advancements in millimeter-wave (mmwave), as well as massive multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) technologies open new growth avenues for market participants. OTA testing checks the efficiency of an antenna, the quality of the signal, and standards compliance regarding wireless performance. It is of prime importance in ensuring performance in a real environment, whether it be a smartphone, loT device, or automotive system in operation for various wireless communication protocols.
Test chambers to register the largest market share in OTA testing solutions segment during the forecast period.
The test chambers segment is expected to constitute the largest share in the solutions market of OTA testing because it has been largely deployed for isolating a device from external RF interference. Test chambers or Anechoic chambers are basically designed for the accurate measurement of antenna performance, signal propagation, and device behavior under controlled conditions, which is a critical feature for ensuring compliance with stringent industry standards. High-quality anechoic chambers also received an increase in demand with the ever-increasing use of advanced wireless technologies such as 5G and mmWave technologies that demand precise RF testing. Test chambers are utilized in the testing of devices across a wide range of frequencies, environments, and use cases.Cellular Networks to account for the largest share in technology segment during the forecast period.
The cellular network segment to account for the largest share within the OTA Testing market, due to the high-scale expansion and wide usage of cellular technologies, particularly the 5G technology. Cellular networks will be required across various frequency bands like sub-6 GHz or mmWave for 5G applications, all of which will need comprehensive OTA testing to determine their optimal performance, signal reliability, and adherence to a wide range of regulations. The growth is driven by the complex nature of cellular communication, with a number of use cases that include mobile broadband, IoT, and vehicle-to-everything communication. Furthermore, cellular standards are ever-evolving from LTE to 5G and beyond, while testing is continually performed in accordance with strict norms on devices, antennas, and infrastructure.Asia Pacific to register the highest growth during the forecast period.
Asia Pacific to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period, due to several key factors. The significant rise in the rollout of 5G in leading markets such as China, South Korea, and Japan have driven the demand for OTA testing to ensure network performance and device compliance with advanced standards. The recent development of connected and autonomous vehicles requires increasingly rigorous performance and safety tests conducted over the air, as well as connectivity testing in complex automotive systems. Its leading position in global electronics manufacturing also propels the need for comprehensive OTA testing to keep high-quality standards across a wide range of consumer and industrial devices. Recent government initiatives in the region include heavy investment plans in telecommunication infrastructure and regulatory support for technological advancements, further helping the growth of the OTA testing market in the Asia Pacific at a rapid pace.The break-up of the profile of primary participants in the OTA testing market:
- By Company Type: Tier 1 - 30%, Tier 2 - 50%, Tier 3 - 20%
- By Designation Type: C Level - 25%, Director Level - 35%, Others - 40%
- By Region Type: Europe - 35%, Asia Pacific - 30%, North America - 25%, Rest of the World - 10%
Research Coverage
The report segments the OTA testing market and forecasts its size by offering, technology, end users, and region. It also provides a comprehensive review of drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges influencing market growth. The report covers qualitative aspects in addition to quantitative aspects of the market.Reasons to buy the report:
The report will help the market leaders/new entrants in this market with information on the closest approximate revenues for the overall OTA testing market and related segments. This report will help stakeholders understand the competitive landscape and gain more insights to strengthen their position in the market and plan suitable go-to-market strategies. The report also helps stakeholders understand the pulse of the market and provides them with information on key market drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges.The report provides insights on the following pointers:
- Analysis of key drivers (rising demand for wireless consumer devices, growing adoption of 5G technology, expansion of internet of things (IoT) ecosystem, stringent regulatory requirements for wireless devices), restraints (High cost of OTA testing equipment, complexity of OTA testing procedures, and limited availability of testing facilities), opportunities (advancements in autonomous vehicles, growth in smart city initiatives and infrastructure, advancements in Millimeter wave (mmWave) and massive MIMO technologies), and challenges (rapidly evolving wireless standards and technologies, simulating real-world conditions in laboratory environments)
- Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insights on upcoming technologies, research & development activities, and new solution and service launches in the OTA testing market.
- Market Development: Comprehensive information about lucrative markets - the report analyses the OTA testing market across varied regions.
- Market Diversification: Exhaustive information about new solutions and services, untapped geographies, recent developments, and investments in the OTA testing market.
- Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, growth strategies, and solution and service offerings of leading players, including Rhode & Schwarz (Germany), Keysight Technologies (US), Anritsu (Japan), SGS SA (Switzerland), and Intertek Group plc (UK).
Table of Contents
1 Introduction
2 Research Methodology
4 Premium Insights
5 Market Overview
6 Ota Testing Market, by Offering
7 Ota Testing Market, by Technology
8 Ota Testing Market, by End-user
9 Ota Testing Market, by Region
10 Competitive Landscape
11 Company Profiles
12 Appendix
List of Tables
List of Figures
Companies Mentioned
- Rohde & Schwarz
- Keysight Technologies
- Anritsu
- Sgs SA
- Intertek Group PLC
- National Instruments
- Ul LLC
- Spirent Communications
- Bureau Veritas
- Eurofins Scientific
- Dekra
- Tüv Rheinland
- Element Materials Technology
- Tüv Süd
- Teradyne Inc.
- Microwave Vision Group
- Toyo Corporation
- Orbis Systems Oy
- Dspace GmbH
- Dvtest Inc.
- Copper Mountain Technologies
- Ets-Lindgren
- Testilabs Oy
- Verkotan
- Cetecom Advanced
Table Information
Report Attribute | Details |
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No. of Pages | 237 |
Published | September 2024 |
Forecast Period | 2024 - 2029 |
Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 2.23 Billion |
Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 3.17 Billion |
Compound Annual Growth Rate | 7.3% |
Regions Covered | Global |
No. of Companies Mentioned | 25 |