Smart Pole Market Report 2026

The smart pole market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $13.42 billion in 2025 to $15.86 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing adoption of led street lighting, early deployment of connected lighting controls, expansion of public safety monitoring, integration of basic wi-fi hotspots in public spaces, growth in municipal infrastructure upgrades.

The smart pole market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $30.66 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for smart city solutions, expansion of electric vehicle charging networks, development of multifunctional urban poles, increasing need for environmental and traffic sensing, growth in large-scale urban digitalization programs. Major trends in the forecast period include expansion of IoT-enabled smart lighting platforms, advancement of integrated urban connectivity systems, development of energy-efficient smart pole infrastructure, adoption of AI-based urban monitoring solutions, growth of cloud-connected city management systems.

The increasing deployment of 5G networks is expected to drive the growth of the smart pole market. 5G networks refer to the fifth generation of mobile wireless technology, providing significantly higher data speeds, reduced latency, and greater connectivity compared to earlier generations. Adoption of 5G continues to rise due to growing demand for high-speed mobile internet and connected devices, which require faster data transfer and low-latency communication. Smart poles support 5G infrastructure by acting as compact installations for small cells, antennas, and network equipment, enabling improved coverage and faster connectivity in urban areas. For example, in February 2024, according to the GSM Association, a UK-based non-profit trade body, 5G surpassed one billion connections in 2022, expanded to 1.6 billion by the end of 2023, and is projected to reach 5.5 billion connections by 2030, representing the fastest rollout of any mobile generation. Therefore, the increasing deployment of 5G networks is contributing to the growth of the smart pole market.

Leading companies in the smart pole market are introducing advanced solutions such as artificial intelligence (AI)-infused smart poles to attract broader customer bases, increase sales, and strengthen revenue generation. AI-infused smart poles serve as intelligent urban infrastructure equipped with AI technologies to support functions such as environmental monitoring, traffic management, and enhanced connectivity. For instance, in April 2023, Clovity, a US-based software services provider, launched the City Smart Pole product. A standout feature of this solution is its use of Clovity’s IoT and AI software integrated with multiple smart device capabilities, including cameras, private 5G networks, and digital signage. The City Smart Pole is purposefully designed with a strong focus on improving safety in cities and public spaces.

In April 2025, Digicomm International, a US-based provider of broadband, fiber, and smart infrastructure solutions, acquired EasyStreet Systems for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Digicomm sought to enhance its smart city infrastructure capabilities and accelerate the deployment of next-generation smart pole and telecom network solutions across global markets. EasyStreet Systems is a US-based producer of smart composite poles and intelligent infrastructure products designed for lighting, 5G small cells, IoT devices, EV charging, and other connected urban applications.

Major companies operating in the smart pole market are Signify Holding NV, Silver Spring Networks Inc., Telensa Holdings Limited, Zumtobel Group AG, Cree Inc., Eaton Corporation PLC, Echelon Corporation, General Electric Company, Siemens AG, Iram Technologies Private Limited, Efftronics Systems Private Limited, ShanghAI Sansi Electronic Engineering Co. Ltd., Lumca Inc., SmartCiti Solutions Inc., Valmont Structures Private Limited, Keselec Lighting Private Limited, LEDbow Technologies Ltd., Energasia Smart Poles Sdn. Bhd., Streetscape International, ELKO EP sro, ENE.HUB Pty Ltd., Philips Lighting Holding B.V., General Electric Lighting Limited, Hubbell Incorporated, Schréder SA, Siklu Communication Ltd.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have impacted the smart pole market by increasing the cost of imported LED lighting components, sensors, communication modules, and structural materials sourced from global suppliers. Municipal, transportation, and public infrastructure projects in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific face budgetary pressures due to higher component costs and extended procurement timelines. However, tariffs are also driving localized manufacturing, regional sourcing of electronics and pole structures, and innovation in cost-efficient smart city hardware, enhancing long-term supply chain resilience.

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A smart pole is characterized as a pole incorporating a fully integrated lighting system, sensors, wireless connectivity (Wi-Fi or cellular technology), and various other functions within a unified unit. Smart poles leverage real-time systems, data, and sensors to establish connections among information and communication technologies, involving various entities such as municipalities, commercial businesses, transportation grids, hospitals, schools, and others.

The primary hardware components of smart poles include lighting lamps, pole brackets & bodies, communication devices, controllers, and other essential elements. The lighting lamp denotes the smart lighting systems utilized in both new installations and retrofit installations of smart poles. These lighting systems within smart poles constitute an integrated system, facilitating communication and information exchange among multiple entities through real-time systems, sensors, and data. They can be deployed through either new installations or retrofit setups and find applications in various settings, including highways, roadways, public places, railways, and harbors.North America was the largest region in the smart pole market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the smart pole market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the smart pole market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The smart pole market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing smart pole services designing, installation, maintenance and network operations. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The smart pole market also includes sales smart pole components cameras, environmental sensors, PV solar cells, USB charging, digital signage, and smart lights. 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).

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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