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Underwater Acoustic Communication - Global Strategic Business Report

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  • 382 Pages
  • April 2024
  • Region: Global
  • Global Industry Analysts, Inc
  • ID: 4806210

Global Underwater Acoustic Communication Market to Reach $3.6 Billion by 2030

The global market for Underwater Acoustic Communication estimated at US$1.7 Billion in the year 2023, is projected to reach a revised size of US$3.6 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 9.7% over the analysis period 2023-2030.

Sensor Interface, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is projected to record 8.9% CAGR and reach US$1.4 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Acoustic Modem segment is estimated at 10.6% CAGR for the next 8-year period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at $554.7 Million, While China is Forecast to Grow at 11.4% CAGR

The Underwater Acoustic Communication market in the U.S. is estimated at US$554.7 Million in the year 2023. China, the world's second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$611.7 Million by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 11.4% over the analysis period 2023 to 2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at 8% and 8.9% respectively over the 2023-2030 period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 8.4% CAGR.

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What to Expect from the Global Economy in 2024

Edgy geopolitics, and economic instability caused by monetary policy tightening and ensuing higher interest rates will create a tumultuous landscape for 2024. Several factors will continue to exert pressure on the path to recovery including hostilities in the Middle East and increasingly common climate disasters. Among the risks, several positives are also taking shape such as growing signs of disinflation and easing of anxiety over stubborn inflation, supply chain normalization and price moderation despite volatility in energy costs. Elections across several G21 jurisdictions, notably in India and the United States, will have potential ramifications for capital flows and investment strategies. While India emerges as a compelling destination in the global investment landscape, U.S, based tech firms will continue to dominate, fueled by a dynamic ecosystem of talent and capital. Tech opportunities in Silicon Valley and beyond remain attractive for investors seeking high-growth prospects supported largely by a resilient albeit slowing domestic economy and conducive regulatory environment. Europe will continue to battle tight monetary policy and recession risks with U.K. having the most challenging outlook and running the greatest risk of recession in 2024. China remains a wild card with hope for growth in the country underpinned by government spending and improvements in consumer spending. The volatile environment will offer both opportunities and challenges for investors and businesses alike. Embracing volatility as a catalyst for growth together with agility and strategic foresight in navigating investment decisions will remain important for survival.

Select Competitors (Total 46 Featured)

  • QinetiQ Group PLC
  • QinetiQ North America, Inc.
  • Proserv UK Ltd.
  • Aquatec Group Ltd.
  • Dspcomm
  • BaltRobotics Sp.z.o.o.
  • EvoLogics GmbH
  • iXBlue SAS
  • LinkQuest Inc.
  • Sonardyne International Ltd.
  • Nortek Group
  • Sercel
  • Mistral Inc.
  • Alseamar-alcen
  • Desert Star Systems LLC

Table of Contents

I. METHODOLOGYII. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. MARKET OVERVIEW
  • Established Image as a Robust Platform for Sending & Receiving Messages Below the Water to Sustain Momentum in the Long-Term
  • A Note on Modulation Methods
  • Key Principles of Underwater Acoustic Communication
  • Major Factors Impacting Underwater Acoustic Communication
  • Types of Underwater Wireless Sensor Network Routing Topologies
  • Key Applications and End-Uses of Underwater Wireless Sensor Network Technology
  • Analysis by Interface Type
  • Acoustic Modem: Largest & Fastest Growing Interface Type
  • Sensor Interface Solutions Remain Relevant
  • While Developed Regions Constitute Major Revenue Contributors, Developing Regions Emerge as Hot Spots for Future Growth
  • Competitive Scenario
  • Underwater Acoustic Communication: A Fragmented Marketplace
  • Vendors Resort to M&A, Collaborations & Product Innovations to Gain Competitive Edge
  • Recent Market Activity
  • Underwater Acoustic Communication - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2023 (E)
  • Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2023 (E)
2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
  • Scientific Research & Development: Major End-Use Segment
  • Despite the Crushing Impact of COVID-19 Crisis, Oil & Gas Sector to Remain a Core Consumer
  • Sluggish Tide in Oil & Gas Sector Niggles Market Momentum
  • Critical Importance of Underwater Communication in Offshore Environments Augurs Well for Future Growth
  • Acoustic Communication Streamlines Seismic Refraction & Reflection Techniques
  • Global Subsea Systems Market in US$ Thousand: 2018-2025
  • Military & Defense Emerges as Fastest Growing End-Use Sector
  • Active as well as Passive Acoustic Devices Remain Relevant in Military Systems
  • Fast Evolving Role of Unmanned Vessels Bodes Well
  • Disruptions in Military Training and Defense Budget Cuts Amidst the Pandemic
  • Projected Defense Budget (In US$ Billion) for the Years 2021 and 2023
  • Military Expenditure as a % of GDP in Select Countries
  • Emergence of Environment Monitoring as Mainstream Concept Enthuses Market
  • Underwater Acoustic Communication Gains Traction in Climate Recording Applications
  • Oceanography: Niche Application Segment
  • Novel Opportunities Identified in Hydrography Survey Projects
  • Acoustic Communication Comes to Fore to Streamline Pollution Monitoring Programs
  • Robust Demand for Short- and Medium-Range Devices
  • Acoustic Communication Steps In to Simplify Harbor Monitoring
  • Acoustic Communication Gains Traction in Navigating Ships, Submersibles, & Oceanographic Equipment
  • Rain Gauging Made Effective with Acoustic Communication Devices
  • Acoustic Devices Enable Effective Communication between Scuba Divers
  • Recent Technological Developments in Underwater Acoustic Communication
  • Issues & Challenges
  • Limited Data Transmission Speed
  • Limited Frequency Band
4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
  • Table 1: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensor Interface by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 2: World Historic Review for Sensor Interface by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2016 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 3: World 14-Year Perspective for Sensor Interface by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Revenues for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2016, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 4: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Acoustic Modem by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 5: World Historic Review for Acoustic Modem by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2016 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 6: World 14-Year Perspective for Acoustic Modem by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Revenues for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2016, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 7: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other Interface Platforms by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 8: World Historic Review for Other Interface Platforms by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2016 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 9: World 14-Year Perspective for Other Interface Platforms by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Revenues for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2016, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 10: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Environmental Monitoring by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 11: World Historic Review for Environmental Monitoring by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2016 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 12: World 14-Year Perspective for Environmental Monitoring by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Revenues for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2016, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 13: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Pollution Monitoring by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 14: World Historic Review for Pollution Monitoring by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2016 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 15: World 14-Year Perspective for Pollution Monitoring by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Revenues for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2016, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 16: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Climate Recording by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 17: World Historic Review for Climate Recording by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2016 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 18: World 14-Year Perspective for Climate Recording by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Revenues for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2016, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 19: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Hydrography by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 20: World Historic Review for Hydrography by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2016 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 21: World 14-Year Perspective for Hydrography by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Revenues for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2016, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 22: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Oceanography by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 23: World Historic Review for Oceanography by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2016 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 24: World 14-Year Perspective for Oceanography by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Revenues for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2016, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 25: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other Applications by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 26: World Historic Review for Other Applications by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2016 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 27: World 14-Year Perspective for Other Applications by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Revenues for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2016, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 28: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Oil & Gas by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 29: World Historic Review for Oil & Gas by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2016 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 30: World 14-Year Perspective for Oil & Gas by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Revenues for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2016, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 31: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Military & Defense by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 32: World Historic Review for Military & Defense by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2016 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 33: World 14-Year Perspective for Military & Defense by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Revenues for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2016, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 34: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Homeland Security by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 35: World Historic Review for Homeland Security by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2016 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 36: World 14-Year Perspective for Homeland Security by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Revenues for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2016, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 37: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Scientific Research & Development by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 38: World Historic Review for Scientific Research & Development by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2016 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 39: World 14-Year Perspective for Scientific Research & Development by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Revenues for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2016, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 40: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Marine by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 41: World Historic Review for Marine by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2016 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 42: World 14-Year Perspective for Marine by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Revenues for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2016, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 43: World Underwater Acoustic Communication Market Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Thousand for Years 2016 through 2030
  • Table 44: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Underwater Acoustic Communication by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 45: World Historic Review for Underwater Acoustic Communication by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Revenues in US$ Thousand for Years 2016 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 46: World 14-Year Perspective for Underwater Acoustic Communication by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Revenues for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets for Years 2016, 2024 & 2030
III. MARKET ANALYSIS
UNITED STATES
  • Underwater Acoustic Communication Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2024 (E)
  • The United States: Major Market for Underwater Acoustic Communication
CANADA
JAPAN
  • Underwater Acoustic Communication Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Japan for 2024 (E)
CHINA
  • Underwater Acoustic Communication Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in China for 2024 (E)
EUROPE
  • Underwater Acoustic Communication Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2024 (E)
FRANCE
  • Underwater Acoustic Communication Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in France for 2024 (E)
GERMANY
  • Underwater Acoustic Communication Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Germany for 2024 (E)
ITALY
UNITED KINGDOM
  • Underwater Acoustic Communication Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United Kingdom for 2024 (E)
REST OF EUROPE
ASIA-PACIFIC
  • Underwater Acoustic Communication Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2024 (E)
REST OF WORLDIV. COMPETITION

Companies Mentioned (Partial List)

A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:

  • QinetiQ Group PLC
  • QinetiQ North America, Inc.
  • Proserv UK Ltd.
  • Aquatec Group Ltd.
  • Dspcomm
  • BaltRobotics Sp.z.o.o.
  • EvoLogics GmbH
  • iXBlue SAS
  • LinkQuest Inc.
  • Sonardyne International Ltd.
  • Nortek Group
  • Sercel
  • Mistral Inc.
  • Alseamar-alcen
  • Desert Star Systems LLC