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Key Market Drivers
The increasing frequency of extreme weather events stands as a critical driver for the global weather radar market. Phenomena such as intensifying storms, heatwaves, and flooding necessitate advanced early warning and monitoring systems to mitigate societal and economic disruption. According to a World Meteorological Organization report, in November 2023, extreme weather, climate and water-related events caused almost $1.5 trillion of economic losses in the decade to 2019, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced meteorological infrastructure to protect lives and assets. Concurrently, government investments in weather infrastructure significantly propel market expansion by funding the acquisition and deployment of new radar technologies. These strategic allocations are directed towards modernizing national meteorological services and bolstering disaster preparedness capabilities.Key Market Challenges
The substantial initial capital investment required for procurement, installation, and ongoing maintenance of weather radar systems directly hampers market expansion. This significant financial outlay severely restricts the ability of many nations, particularly developing economies, and smaller meteorological agencies, to acquire and deploy these essential technologies. The high cost creates a considerable barrier to entry for new market participants and limits the widespread expansion of existing networks, leading to notable geographical coverage gaps.Key Market Trends
The adoption of Phased-Array Radar systems represents a notable shift in meteorological observation capabilities. This technology allows for rapid, flexible scanning, fundamentally improving the timeliness and precision of weather data. Unlike traditional mechanical radars, phased-array systems electronically steer beams, which enables meteorologists to focus quickly on developing storm cells and other localized phenomena, reducing typical scan times from several minutes to under one minute for a full volumetric scan. This enhanced temporal resolution is crucial for tracking fast-evolving severe weather events, thereby increasing lead times for critical warnings.Key Market Players Profiled:
- Raytheon Technologies Corporation
- Lockheed Martin Corporation
- Thales Group
- Leonardo S.p.A.
- Airbus SE
- Honeywell International Inc.
- Vaisala Oyj
- Fujitsu Limited
- Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
- China Electronics Technology Group Corporation
Report Scope:
In this report, the Global Weather Radar Market has been segmented into the following categories:By Platform:
- Airborne
- Land-Based
By Component:
- Transmitter
- Antenna
- Receiver
- Display
- Others
By Frequency:
- C-Band
- S-Band
- X-Band
- Others
By Application:
- Meteorology & Hydrology
- Aviation Industry
- Military
By Region:
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- South America
- Middle East & Africa
Competitive Landscape
Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Weather Radar Market.Available Customizations:
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Table of Contents
Companies Mentioned
- Raytheon Technologies Corporation
- Lockheed Martin Corporation
- Thales Group
- Leonardo S.p.A.
- Airbus SE
- Honeywell International Inc.
- Vaisala Oyj
- Fujitsu Limited
- Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
- China Electronics Technology Group Corporation
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 181 |
| Published | November 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2024 - 2030 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 210 Million |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 656.79 Million |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 20.9% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 10 |


