The global GPS Sonobuoy Market size is valued at USD 909 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 1.72 billion by 2032, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.36% over the forecast period.
The GPS sonobuoy market is witnessing stable growth driven by rising anti-submarine warfare (ASW) activities, naval surveillance operations, and marine research applications. GPS sonobuoys integrate underwater acoustic sensing with GPS positioning for precise location tracking of submarine movements or underwater sounds. Manufacturers are focusing on enhancing buoy battery life, acoustic sensor sensitivity, and real-time data transmission to naval command centres. Growth is supported by increasing naval defence budgets, modernization of maritime surveillance systems, and expanding oceanographic research initiatives. Challenges include high production costs, complex integration with naval ASW systems, and operational retrieval constraints. Recent developments include Sparton introducing advanced GPS sonobuoys with extended battery life for naval ASW, Ultra Electronics launching lightweight GPS sonobuoys with enhanced acoustic arrays, and ERAPSCO enhancing GPS buoy communication modules for real-time data transfer.
Major trends include development of GPS sonobuoys with extended battery life, high-sensitivity acoustic arrays, and secure real-time data transmission for ASW operations.
Drivers are rising naval defence and surveillance budgets, modernisation of anti-submarine warfare capabilities, and expanding marine research requiring precise underwater sensing.
Challenges include high production and operational costs, integration complexities with naval command systems, and retrieval limitations post-deployment.
Companies focus on enhancing acoustic sensor technologies, improving battery and communication module performance, and designing lightweight, robust buoy structures for deployment flexibility.
Recent developments include Sparton launching long-life GPS sonobuoys, Ultra introducing enhanced acoustic array buoys, and ERAPSCO improving real-time communication modules.
The GPS Sonobuoy market outlook thoroughly examines the impact of ongoing supply chain disruptions and geopolitical issues worldwide. Factors such as trade tariffs, regulatory restrictions, production losses, and the emergence of alternatives or substitutes are carefully considered in the GPS Sonobuoy market size projections. Additionally, the analysis highlights the effects of inflation and correlates past economic downturns with current GPS Sonobuoy market trends, providing actionable intelligence for stakeholders to navigate the evolving GPS Sonobuoy business environment with precision.
Opinions from senior executives from leading companies in the GPS Sonobuoy market are imbibed thoroughly and the GPS Sonobuoy industry expert predictions on the economic downturn, technological advancements in the GPS Sonobuoy market, and customized strategies specific to a product and geography are mentioned.
The GPS Sonobuoy market report is a source of comprehensive data and analysis of the industry, helping businesses to make informed decisions and stay ahead of the competition. The GPS Sonobuoy market study assists investors in analyzing On GPS Sonobuoy business prospects by region, key countries, and top companies' information to channel their investments.
The report provides insights into consumer behavior and preferences, including their buying patterns, brand loyalty, and factors influencing their purchasing decisions. It also includes an analysis of the regulatory environment and its impact on the GPS Sonobuoy industry. Shifting consumer demand despite declining GDP and burgeoning interest rates to control surging inflation is well detailed.
However, to precisely match the specific research requirements of individual clients, we offer several customization options to include the data and analysis of interest in the final deliverable.
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The GPS sonobuoy market is witnessing stable growth driven by rising anti-submarine warfare (ASW) activities, naval surveillance operations, and marine research applications. GPS sonobuoys integrate underwater acoustic sensing with GPS positioning for precise location tracking of submarine movements or underwater sounds. Manufacturers are focusing on enhancing buoy battery life, acoustic sensor sensitivity, and real-time data transmission to naval command centres. Growth is supported by increasing naval defence budgets, modernization of maritime surveillance systems, and expanding oceanographic research initiatives. Challenges include high production costs, complex integration with naval ASW systems, and operational retrieval constraints. Recent developments include Sparton introducing advanced GPS sonobuoys with extended battery life for naval ASW, Ultra Electronics launching lightweight GPS sonobuoys with enhanced acoustic arrays, and ERAPSCO enhancing GPS buoy communication modules for real-time data transfer.
Major trends include development of GPS sonobuoys with extended battery life, high-sensitivity acoustic arrays, and secure real-time data transmission for ASW operations.
Drivers are rising naval defence and surveillance budgets, modernisation of anti-submarine warfare capabilities, and expanding marine research requiring precise underwater sensing.
Challenges include high production and operational costs, integration complexities with naval command systems, and retrieval limitations post-deployment.
Companies focus on enhancing acoustic sensor technologies, improving battery and communication module performance, and designing lightweight, robust buoy structures for deployment flexibility.
Recent developments include Sparton launching long-life GPS sonobuoys, Ultra introducing enhanced acoustic array buoys, and ERAPSCO improving real-time communication modules.
GPS Sonobuoy Market Size Data, Trends, Growth Opportunities, and Restraining Factors
This comprehensive GPS Sonobuoy market report delivers updated market size estimates from 2024 to 2034, offering in-depth analysis of the latest GPS Sonobuoy market trends, short-term and long-term growth drivers, competitive landscape, and new business opportunities. The report presents growth forecasts across key GPS Sonobuoy types, applications, and major segments, alongside detailed insights into the current GPS Sonobuoy market scenario to support companies in formulating effective market strategies.The GPS Sonobuoy market outlook thoroughly examines the impact of ongoing supply chain disruptions and geopolitical issues worldwide. Factors such as trade tariffs, regulatory restrictions, production losses, and the emergence of alternatives or substitutes are carefully considered in the GPS Sonobuoy market size projections. Additionally, the analysis highlights the effects of inflation and correlates past economic downturns with current GPS Sonobuoy market trends, providing actionable intelligence for stakeholders to navigate the evolving GPS Sonobuoy business environment with precision.
GPS Sonobuoy Market Competition, Intelligence, Key Players, winning strategies to 2034
The 2025 GPS Sonobuoy Market Research Report identifies winning strategies for companies to register increased sales and improve market share.Opinions from senior executives from leading companies in the GPS Sonobuoy market are imbibed thoroughly and the GPS Sonobuoy industry expert predictions on the economic downturn, technological advancements in the GPS Sonobuoy market, and customized strategies specific to a product and geography are mentioned.
The GPS Sonobuoy market report is a source of comprehensive data and analysis of the industry, helping businesses to make informed decisions and stay ahead of the competition. The GPS Sonobuoy market study assists investors in analyzing On GPS Sonobuoy business prospects by region, key countries, and top companies' information to channel their investments.
The report provides insights into consumer behavior and preferences, including their buying patterns, brand loyalty, and factors influencing their purchasing decisions. It also includes an analysis of the regulatory environment and its impact on the GPS Sonobuoy industry. Shifting consumer demand despite declining GDP and burgeoning interest rates to control surging inflation is well detailed.
What's Included in the Report
- Global GPS Sonobuoy market size and growth projections, 2024- 2034
- North America GPS Sonobuoy market size and growth forecasts, 2024- 2034 (United States, Canada, Mexico)
- Europe market size and growth forecasts, 2024- 2034 (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain)
- Asia-Pacific GPS Sonobuoy market size and growth forecasts, 2024- 2034 (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia)
- Middle East Africa GPS Sonobuoy market size and growth estimate, 2024- 2034 (Middle East, Africa)
- South and Central America GPS Sonobuoy market size and growth outlook, 2024- 2034 (Brazil, Argentina, Chile)
- GPS Sonobuoy market size, share and CAGR of key products, applications, and other verticals, 2024- 2034
- Short- and long-term GPS Sonobuoy market trends, drivers, challenges, and opportunities
- GPS Sonobuoy market insights, Porter’s Five Forces analysis
- Profiles of 5 leading companies in the industry- overview, key strategies, financials, product portfolio and SWOT analysis
- Latest market news and developments
Key Questions Answered in This Report:
- What is the current GPS Sonobuoy market size at global, regional, and country levels?
- What is the market penetration of different types, Applications, processes/technologies, and distribution/sales channels of the GPS Sonobuoy market?
- What will be the impact of economic slowdown/recission on GPS Sonobuoy demand/sales?
- How has the global GPS Sonobuoy market evolved in past years and what will be the future trajectory?
- What is the impact of growing inflation, Russia-Ukraine war on the GPS Sonobuoy market forecast?
- What are the Supply chain challenges for GPS Sonobuoy?
- What are the potential regional GPS Sonobuoy markets to invest in?
- What is the product evolution and high-performing products to focus in the GPS Sonobuoy market?
- What are the key driving factors and opportunities in the industry?
- Who are the key players in GPS Sonobuoy market and what is the degree of competition/GPS Sonobuoy market share?
- What is the market structure /GPS Sonobuoy Market competitive Intelligence?
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Table of Contents
1. Table of Contents
2. GPS Sonobuoy Market Latest Trends, Drivers and Challenges, 2024-2034
3. Global GPS Sonobuoy Market Value, Market Share, and Forecast to 2034
4. Asia Pacific GPS Sonobuoy Market Value, Market Share and Forecast to 2034
5. Europe GPS Sonobuoy Market Value, Market Share, and Forecast to 2034
6. North America GPS Sonobuoy Market Value, Market Share and Forecast to 2034
7. South and Central America GPS Sonobuoy Market Value, Market Share and Forecast to 2034
8. Middle East Africa GPS Sonobuoy Market Value, Market Share and Forecast to 2034
9. GPS Sonobuoy Market Structure
11 Appendix
Companies Mentioned
- Sparton Corporation
- Ultra Electronics Holdings
- Thales Group
- General Dynamics Mission Systems
- Lockheed Martin Corporation
- L3Harris Technologies
- Raytheon Technologies Corporation
- Northrop Grumman Corporation
- Kratos Defense & Security Solutions
- SAAB AB
- DSIT Solutions Ltd.
- BAE Systems
- Leonardo DRS
- Elbit Systems Ltd.
- Hanwha Systems
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 150 |
| Published | July 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2024 - 2032 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 909 Million |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 1727.9 Million |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 8.3% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 15 |
