Dynamic Positioning Systems Market Report 2026

The dynamic positioning systems market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $7.55 billion in 2025 to $8.21 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to adoption in offshore oil and gas platforms, historical technological advances in thrusters and sensors, past use in deep-sea exploration vessels, improvements in position reference systems, previous integration with navigation systems.

The dynamic positioning systems market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $11.22 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growth in offshore wind farm installations, adoption in autonomous vessels, expansion in subsea construction and drilling projects, integration with AI and advanced control software, rising demand in maritime research and scientific exploration. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of ai-based predictive dp control algorithms, use of energy-efficient and eco-friendly thrusters, remote monitoring and digital twin solutions for dp systems, enhanced automation in offshore and naval vessel positioning, advanced fault-tolerant and redundant dp architectures.

An increase in seaborne trade globally is propelling the dynamic positioning systems market. Seaborne trade refers to the shipping of goods in containers via sea routes, enabling the transport of large volumes of goods at low cost, with containers also usable for road or rail transport. Seaborne trade is rising as expanding global manufacturing and supply chains increase the movement of raw materials and finished goods, driving greater demand for maritime transport to support global commerce. Dynamic positioning systems facilitate seaborne trade by allowing vessels to maintain precise positioning without anchors, even in rough waters, thereby enhancing safety and efficiency during cargo handling and offshore operations while minimizing delays and optimizing shipping activities. For instance, according to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), a Switzerland-based intergovernmental organization, maritime trade is projected to grow by 2.4% in 2023 and is expected to exceed 2% annually from 2024 to 2028. Achieving full decarbonization by 2050 will require substantial investments, potentially increasing maritime logistics costs. Therefore, increasing global seaborne trade is driving the growth of the dynamic positioning systems market.

Major companies operating in the dynamic positioning systems market are forming strategic partnerships and collaborations to strengthen their market position. Strategic partnerships involve cooperative relationships between organizations to achieve specific business objectives. For example, in October 2023, Praxis Automation, a Netherlands-based manufacturer of electric and hybrid propulsion solutions for shipowners, was awarded a long-term collaborative contract by Rawabi Vallianz Offshore Service (RVOS), a Saudi Arabia-based provider of offshore support services. Under this RVOS fleet-wide agreement, new and existing offshore support vessels will be equipped with Praxis dynamic positioning systems, as well as customized equipment and software to support phased fleet digitization. This collaboration represents a key step in advancing maritime technology and safety in the Gulf region.

In September 2023, HAV Group, a Norway-based developer of innovative solutions for the seafood, energy, and transport industries, acquired Undheim Systems AS for an undisclosed amount. This technology acquisition supports HAV Group’s strategic plans to deliver digital solutions aligned with the global maritime sector’s increasing demand for autonomous ship operations. Undheim Systems is a Norway-based provider of dynamic positioning (DP) systems for vessels.

Major companies operating in the dynamic positioning systems market are Kongsberg Gruppen AS, Praxis Automation Technology B.V., Norr Systems Pte. Ltd., ABB Ltd., Marine Technologies LLC, Wärtsilä Oyj Abp, Rolls-Royce Holdings PLC, RH Marine Group, Twin Disc Incorporated, Koninklijke IHC, Reygar Ltd., Sonardyne International Ltd., Navis Engineering LLP, Advanced Navigation Pty Ltd., Teledyne Technologies Inc., Applanix Corporation, C-Nav Positioning Solutions, Alphatron Marine BV, L3Harris Technologies Inc., Wartsila Guidance Marine BV, Thrustmaster of Texas Inc.

North America was the largest region in the dynamic positioning systems market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the dynamic positioning systems market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

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 on marine-grade motors, thrusters, control systems, and precision electronics have increased costs in the dynamic positioning systems market, particularly affecting Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific manufacturing hubs. These tariffs have delayed DP system deliveries for offshore vessels and naval operations while forcing manufacturers to diversify supply chains and localize production. Positively, tariffs have encouraged domestic innovation, promoted regional manufacturing, and improved resilience in high-end DP equipment supply.

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The dynamic positioning system is a mechanism that employs continuously operating thrusters to control the position and heading of a vessel. These thrusters automatically counteract environmental factors that could potentially cause the vessel to deviate from its intended position. Dynamic positioning systems serve purposes such as tracking, maneuvering, maintaining a fixed position, and adjusting location or orientation to mitigate the impact of weather conditions.

Dynamic positioning systems are categorized into three classes such as class 1, class 2, and class 3. Class 1 equipment is employed for tracking, maneuvering, maintaining a fixed position, and changing location. Class 1 signifies equipment without redundancy, and any single failure in the equipment may result in a loss of position. Components of dynamic positioning systems include a power system, DP control system, and thruster system. These systems find applications in various vessel types, including passenger vessels, merchant vessels, platform supply vessels or offshore support vessels, and naval vessels and operations. The end-users of dynamic positioning systems encompass original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and aftermarket vendors.

The countries covered in the dynamic positioning systems market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The dynamic positioning systems market consists of sales of position reference and tracking systems, power systems, motors, and drives, and DP control systems. 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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