Network Centric Warfare Market Report 2026

The network centric warfare market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $62.35 billion in 2025 to $65.94 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to military digitization programs, communication network modernization, early battlefield management systems, surveillance technology growth, defense budget expansion.

The network centric warfare market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $83.41 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to AI driven defense systems, cyber warfare preparedness, unmanned systems integration, joint force interoperability, data centric military strategies. Major trends in the forecast period include integrated battlefield networks, real time situational awareness, secure military communications, AI enabled command systems, multi domain operations integration.

The increasing military cyber threats are anticipated to drive the growth of the network-centric warfare market in the coming years. Military cyber threats include deliberate and state-sponsored cyber activities targeting nations' or military entities' information systems and digital infrastructure, aiming for purposes such as espionage, disruption, or sabotage. As reliance on digital communication and data sharing grows, the demand for robust cybersecurity solutions to safeguard military networks and maintain information integrity in network-centric warfare environments is rising. For example, in July 2024, Check Point Research, the Israel-based threat intelligence and cybersecurity analysis division of Check Point Software Technologies, reported that in Q2 2024, cyberattacks increased by 30% year-on-year globally, reaching an average of 1,636 attacks per organization per week. Weekly attacks on corporate networks rose 30% compared to Q2 2023 and 25% compared to Q1 2024. This surge in cyber threats is expected to drive the network-centric warfare market.

Key players in the network-centric warfare market are concentrating on developing innovative solutions such as cloud-based electronic warfare planning software to maintain a competitive edge and address emerging threats. Cloud-based electronic warfare planning software refers to applications and tools designed for electronic warfare planning that operate in cloud computing environments. For instance, in December 2023, the U.S.-based Defense Information Systems Agency launched cloud-based electronic warfare planning software crucial for coordinating and executing electronic warfare operations across the U.S. military. Named Electromagnetic Battle Management-Joint (EMBM-J), this tool integrates multiple data streams into a single interface, improving situational awareness and coordination among commanders during its initial deployment, with future upgrades planned to include additional applications.

In April 2025, Lockheed Martin Corporation, a U.S.-based aerospace, defense, security, and advanced mission systems provider, acquired Amentum Corporation’s Rapid Solutions business for $360 million. Through this acquisition, Lockheed Martin aims to incorporate Rapid Solutions’ expertise in space and airborne ISR, advanced communications, and tactical systems into its portfolio, enhancing its network-centric warfare capabilities across multi-domain operations. Amentum’s Rapid Solutions business specializes in airborne and space intelligence-surveillance-reconnaissance (ISR) technologies, advanced communications, and tactical systems supporting national security missions.

Major companies operating in the network centric warfare market are Cisco Systems Inc.; Lockheed Martin Corporation; BAE Systems PLC; Northrop Grumman Corporation; Thales Group; General Dynamics Corporation; Elbit Systems Ltd.; Airbus Group N.V.; Rockwell Collins Inc.; Scalable Network Technologies Inc.; Raytheon Technologies Corporation; L3Harris Technologies Inc.; Leonardo S.p.A.; Svenska Aeroplan Aktiebolaget; Rheinmetall AG; The Boeing Company; Cubic Corporation; Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Inc.; CACI International Inc.; Leidos Holdings Inc.; Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC); ManTech International Corporation; Engility Holdings Inc.; Viasat Inc.; Mercury Systems Inc.; Ultra Electronics Holdings plc; QinetiQ Group plc; Cobham plc.

North America was the largest region in the network-centric warfare market in 2025.Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global network-centric warfare market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the network centric warfare market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the network centric warfare market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Tariffs have impacted the network centric warfare market by increasing procurement costs for imported communication hardware, sensors, and network infrastructure. Defense modernization programs in asia pacific and middle east regions have faced budget pressures due to higher equipment costs. Delays in cross border component supply have affected system integration timelines. At the same time, tariffs have promoted domestic defense manufacturing. This has strengthened local defense ecosystems and reduced reliance on foreign suppliers.

The network centric warfare market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides network centric warfare market statistics, including network centric warfare industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a network centric warfare market share, detailed network centric warfare market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the network centric warfare industry. This network centric warfare market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.

Network-centric warfare is a military doctrine leveraging computer networking among dispersed forces to convert information superiority, facilitated by information technology, into a decisive advantage.

The primary types can be categorized by architecture into hardware and software components. Software comprises computer programs, supporting files, and data aiding in the development of advancements for armor and infantry, such as guided munition systems, defense mechanisms for tanks or APCs against explosives and rockets, advanced biosensors for troops, 3D-printed weaponry, and other technological enhancements for soldiers. Mission types are classified as tactical and strategic, while platforms encompass land-based, naval-based, air-based, and unmanned systems. Communication networks span wired and wireless systems, utilized across various applications including Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Operations, communications, computers, combat operations, cyber activities, command and control, and electronic warfare.

The network-centric welfare market consists of revenues earned by entities by collaborating to improve resource management and deliver improved information as a member of a complex community of individuals, devices, information, and services connected through a communications network.

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.

This product will be delivered within 1-3 business days.