Maritime Surveillance Market Overview

Global Maritime Surveillance Market Growth, Size, Trends Analysis- By Component, By Application, By End Use – Regional Outlook, Competitive Strategies and Segment Forecast to 2035

Published: Jun-2026	Report ID: AERO2602	Pages: 1 - 250	Formats^*:
Category : Aerospace and Defence

According to SPER Market Research, the Global Maritime Surveillance Market is estimated to reach USD 51.94 billion by 2035 with a CAGR 7.15%.

Introduction and Overview

The report includes an in-depth analysis of the Global Maritime Surveillance Market, including market size and trends, product types, materials, applications, and supplier analysis.

The global Maritime Surveillance Market was valued at USD 26.04 billion in 2025 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of around 7.15% from 2026 to 2035, reaching approximately USD 51.94 billion by 2035. The growing importance of national security and safeguarding maritime borders is driving the maritime surveillance market. Governments across the world are increasingly investing in advanced monitoring systems to protect coastlines from illegal activities such as smuggling, piracy, and unauthorized fishing. The rising use of UAVs and AUVs is further improving maritime domain awareness and supporting market expansion. Technological advancements are reshaping the sector, with AI and machine learning enabling intelligent systems that analyze large data sets and detect threats accurately.

By Component:

The solution segment dominated the maritime surveillance market due to strong demand for integrated systems that combine radars, sensors, cameras, AIS transponders, and central control rooms. These solutions significantly improve situational awareness and enhance maritime security. With increasing global maritime activity and rising complexity of security threats, this segment is expected to maintain its leading position, supported by continuous technological advancements. On the other hand, the services segment is projected to grow at the fastest pace, driven by increasing requirements for system integration, maintenance, data analysis, and support. Expansion of commercial shipping, offshore energy, and fisheries operations is also boosting demand for these services.

By Application:

The surveillance and tracking segment led the maritime surveillance market due to the rising need for continuous monitoring and protection of maritime borders and assets. Increasing maritime threats such as piracy, smuggling, and illegal fishing have strengthened demand for advanced surveillance systems that enable real-time vessel tracking, detection of suspicious activities, and quick incident response. Meanwhile, the search and rescue segment is expected to grow rapidly, supported by technologies like UAVs, satellite communication, and radar systems. Rising maritime traffic, accidents, and natural disasters, along with innovations such as AI-based decision support and automated distress alerts, are driving this growth.

By End Use:

The military segment led the maritime surveillance market due to its strong reliance on advanced technologies to monitor maritime borders, protect strategic assets, and maintain territorial sovereignty. Defense forces use systems such as radar, sonar, satellite imaging, UAVs, and AI-based analytics to quickly detect and respond to threats. Continuous investment in modern surveillance technologies and the rising need for maritime security further support its dominance. On the other hand, the commercial segment is expected to grow rapidly as shipping companies, port authorities, and offshore energy operators adopt surveillance systems to improve safety, ensure compliance, enhance tracking, and support expanding global maritime trade.

Regional Insights:

North America led the maritime surveillance industry, driven mainly by strong investments in advanced technologies such as unmanned systems, satellite-based monitoring, and AI-driven analytics. The United States plays a key role, with its Coast Guard and Navy continuously upgrading surveillance capabilities to address threats like smuggling, illegal immigration, and piracy, supported by homeland security integration. In Europe, the market grows steadily through collaborative initiatives led by regional agencies focused on security and environmental monitoring, with countries like Germany and the UK enhancing naval systems and border protection. The Asia Pacific region is expected to grow fastest, supported by expanding maritime trade and strategic needs, with countries such as China, Japan, India, and Australia investing heavily in modern surveillance systems to secure waters and strengthen coastal infrastructure.

Market Competitive Landscape:

The Maritime Surveillance Market is highly consolidated. Some of the market key players are Bharat Electronics Limited, Dassault Aviation SA, Elbit Systems Ltd., Furuno Electric Co., Ltd., Indra Sistemas SA, Kongsberg Gruppen ASA, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Saab AB, SRT Marine Systems plc, Thales Group

Recent Developments:

In October 2025, Raytheon Technologies Corporation’s SPY-6(V)1 radar was selected by the German government for installation on eight F127 frigates. The system provides 360-degree situational awareness using four array faces and modular assemblies and is part of the U.S. Navy’s SPY-6 air and missile defense radar family.
In July 2025, Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) signed a contract with the Indian Navy to implement the National Maritime Domain Awareness (NMDA) project. The initiative upgrades the existing NC3I Network into an advanced NMDA system, integrating AI-based software to improve data analysis, coordination, and information sharing for enhanced maritime and coastal security.

Scope of the report:

Report Metric Details

Market size available for the years 2022-2035

Base year considered 2025

Forecast Period 2026-2035

Segments Covered By Component, By Application, By End Use

Regions Covered North America, Latin America, Asia-Pacific,

Europe, and Middle East &amp, Africa

Companies Covered Bharat Electronics Limited, Dassault Aviation SA, Elbit Systems Ltd., Furuno Electric Co., Ltd., Indra Sistemas SA, Kongsberg Gruppen ASA, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Saab AB, SRT Marine Systems plc, Thales Group

Key Topics Covered in the Report

Global Maritime Surveillance Market Size (FY’2022-FY’2035)
Overview of Global Maritime Surveillance Market
Segmentation of Global Maritime Surveillance Market by Component (Solution, Services)
Segmentation of Global Maritime Surveillance Market by Application (Surveillance and Tracking, Navigation, Maritime Traffic Management, Search & Rescue, Others)
Segmentation of Global Maritime Surveillance Market by End Use (Military, Commercial, Others)
Statistical Snap of Global Maritime Surveillance Market
Expansion Analysis of Global Maritime Surveillance Market
Problems and Obstacles in Global Maritime Surveillance Market
Competitive Landscape in the Global Maritime Surveillance Market
Details on Current Investment in Global Maritime Surveillance Market
Competitive Analysis of Global Maritime Surveillance Market
Prominent Players in the Global Maritime Surveillance Market
SWOT Analysis of Global Maritime Surveillance Market
Global Maritime Surveillance Market Future Outlook and Projections (FY’2026-FY’2035)
Recommendations from Analyst

1. Introduction

1.1. Scope of the report
1.2. Market segment analysis

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Research data source

2.1.1. Secondary Data
2.1.2. Primary Data
2.1.3. SPER’s internal database
2.1.4. Premium insight from KOL’s

2.2. Market size estimation

2.2.1. Top-down and Bottom-up approach

2.3. Data triangulation

3. Executive Summary

4. Market Dynamics

4.1. Driver, Restraint, Opportunity and Challenges analysis
4.1.1. Drivers
4.1.2. Restraints
4.1.3. Opportunities
4.1.4. Challenges

5. Market variable and outlook

5.1. SWOT Analysis

5.1.1. Strengths
5.1.2. Weaknesses
5.1.3. Opportunities
5.1.4. Threats

5.2. PESTEL Analysis

5.2.1. Political Landscape
5.2.2. Economic Landscape
5.2.3. Social Landscape
5.2.4. Technological Landscape
5.2.5. Environmental Landscape
5.2.6. Legal Landscape

5.3. PORTER’s Five Forces

5.3.1. Bargaining power of suppliers
5.3.2. Bargaining power of buyers
5.3.3. Threat of Substitute
5.3.4. Threat of new entrant
5.3.5. Competitive rivalry

5.4. Heat Map Analysis

6. Competitive Landscape

6.1. Global Maritime Surveillance Market Manufacturing Base Distribution, Sales Area, Product Type
6.2. Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnerships, Product Launch, and Collaboration in Global Maritime Surveillance Market

7. Global Maritime Surveillance Market, By Component, (USD Million) 2022-2035

7.1. Solution
7.2. Services

8. Global Maritime Surveillance Market, By Application, (USD Million) 2022-2035

8.1. Surveillance and Tracking
8.2. Navigation
8.3. Maritime Traffic Management
8.4. Search & Rescue
8.5. Others

9. Global Maritime Surveillance Market, By End Use, (USD Million) 2022-2035

9.1. Military
9.2. Commercial
9.3. Others

10. Global Maritime Surveillance Market, (USD Million) 2022-2035

10.1. Global Maritime Surveillance Market Size and Market Share

11. Global Maritime Surveillance Market, By Region, (USD Million) 2022-2035

11.1. Asia-Pacific

11.1.1. Australia
11.1.2. China
11.1.3. India
11.1.4. Japan
11.1.5. South Korea
11.1.6. Rest of Asia-Pacific

11.2. Europe

11.2.1. France
11.2.2. Germany
11.2.3. Italy
11.2.4. Spain
11.2.5. United Kingdom
11.2.6. Rest of Europe

11.3. Middle East and Africa

11.3.1. Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
11.3.2. United Arab Emirates
11.3.3. Qatar
11.3.4. South Africa
11.3.5. Egypt
11.3.6. Morocco
11.3.7. Nigeria
11.3.8. Rest of Middle-East and Africa

11.4. North America

11.4.1. Canada
11.4.2. Mexico
11.4.3. United States

11.5. Latin America

11.5.1. Argentina
11.5.2. Brazil
11.5.3. Rest of Latin America

12. Company Profile

12.1. Bharat Electronics Limited

12.1.1. Company details
12.1.2. Financial outlook
12.1.3. Product summary
12.1.4. Recent developments

12.2. Dassault Aviation SA

12.2.1. Company details
12.2.2. Financial outlook
12.2.3. Product summary
12.2.4. Recent developments

12.3. Elbit Systems Ltd.

12.3.1. Company details
12.3.2. Financial outlook
12.3.3. Product summary
12.3.4. Recent developments

12.4. Furuno Electric Co., Ltd.

12.4.1. Company details
12.4.2. Financial outlook
12.4.3. Product summary
12.4.4. Recent developments

12.5. Indra Sistemas, SA

12.5.1. Company details
12.5.2. Financial outlook
12.5.3. Product summary
12.5.4. Recent developments

12.6. Kongsberg Gruppen ASA

12.6.1. Company details
12.6.2. Financial outlook
12.6.3. Product summary
12.6.4. Recent developments

12.7. Raytheon Technologies Corporation

12.7.1. Company details
12.7.2. Financial outlook
12.7.3. Product summary
12.7.4. Recent developments

12.8. Saab AB

12.8.1. Company details
12.8.2. Financial outlook
12.8.3. Product summary
12.8.4. Recent developments

12.9. SRT Marine Systems plc

12.9.1. Company details
12.9.2. Financial outlook
12.9.3. Product summary
12.9.4. Recent developments

12.10. Thales Group

12.10.1. Company details
12.10.2. Financial outlook
12.10.3. Product summary
12.10.4. Recent developments

12.11. Others

13. Conclusion

14. List of Abbreviations

15. Reference Links

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