Military Phased Array Antenna Market Report 2026

The military phased array antenna market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $6.19 billion in 2025 to $6.6 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to advancements in radar technology, increasing defense budgets, early adoption of electronic warfare systems, growing need for secure communication, development of solid-state technologies.

The military phased array antenna market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $8.47 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for autonomous defense systems, expansion of space-based radar networks, integration with AI-enabled threat detection, growth in next-gen military communication, increasing investments in smart battlefield technologies. Major trends in the forecast period include adaptive beam steering, multi-band frequency operation, miniaturization of antenna systems, integration with satellite communication, real-time threat detection.

The growth of the military phased array antenna market is being driven by the rise in military expenditure, which is fueled by increasing geopolitical tensions and heightened defense investments. Military expenditure encompasses the total financial resources allocated by a country to its defense and armed forces. This increase is motivated by nations aiming to bolster security and deter conflicts through enhanced defense capabilities. Such expenditure is critical for the development, procurement, and deployment of phased array antennas that deliver advanced, flexible, and precise radar and communication functions essential for modern military operations. For example, in November 2023, the UK Ministry of Defence reported that defense spending increased from $71.72 billion (£52.8 billion) in 2022/23 to $73.62 billion (£54.2 billion) in 2023/24. Thus, rising military expenditure is a key factor propelling the military phased array antenna market forward.

Leading companies in the military phased array antenna sector are concentrating on creating cutting-edge solutions like active electronically scanned arrays to improve radar accuracy, agility, and the ability to track multiple targets simultaneously. Electronically scanned arrays (ESAs) steer radar beams electronically, enabling phased array antennas to achieve faster targeting, higher precision, and enhanced reliability without mechanical parts. For instance, in February 2025, Saab AB, a Sweden-based aerospace firm, unveiled the Coast Control Radar at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This radar system incorporates a compact, modular, and non-rotating phased-array design that offers 360-degree coverage and excels in detecting small, fast-moving targets at long distances, even in challenging conditions. Utilizing advanced military antenna technology, it provides a cost-effective lifecycle with reduced maintenance and supports ongoing software upgrades to maintain high automation and optimal performance.

In September 2024, Honeywell International Inc., a US technology company, acquired CAES Systems Holdings LLC for $1.9 billion. Through this acquisition, Honeywell intends to strengthen its defense technology offerings across land, sea, air, and space domains, enhance its expertise in radio frequency (RF), radar, and sensing technologies, and expand growth within its Aerospace Technologies division. CAES Systems Holdings LLC, a US aerospace and defense company, specializes in military phased-array antennas, including AESAs and other advanced RF array technologies designed for defense applications.

Major companies operating in the military phased array antenna market are Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Boeing Company, Lockheed Martin Corporation, General Dynamics Corporation, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Honeywell International Inc., BAE Systems plc, Thales Group, L3Harris Technologies Inc., Leonardo S.p.A., Ball Aerospace, Elbit Systems Ltd., Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd., Saab AB, Rohde And Schwarz GmbH And Co. KG, ViaSat Inc., Hensoldt AG, Mercury Systems Inc., Cubic Defense, Sti-CO Industries Inc.

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 affected the military phased array antenna market by increasing the cost of importing high-precision electronic components and raw materials, leading to higher production costs. The impact is most pronounced in segments like active phased array antennas and digital beamforming technologies, especially in regions such as North America and Asia-Pacific. While tariffs pose challenges for supply chains and pricing, they have also encouraged local manufacturing and R&D investments, potentially fostering innovation and self-reliance in critical defense technologies.

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A military phased array antenna is an antenna system composed of multiple radiating elements whose phase shifts are electronically controlled to steer the signal beam direction without the need for physical movement. This technology supports rapid target tracking, improved communications, and precise radar functions within defense applications.

The primary types of military phased array antennas include active and passive phased array antennas. An active phased array antenna features individual transmitter and/or receiver modules for each antenna element, enabling electronic beam steering without moving components. These antennas utilize advanced technologies such as solid-state devices, hybrid systems, digital beamforming, and micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS). They are deployed on various platforms including ground, naval, airborne, and space systems. Their applications cover communication, radar, electronic warfare, missile guidance, and surveillance and reconnaissance, serving end users mainly in defense, homeland security, and related sectors.North America was the largest region in the military phased array antenna market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the military phased array antenna market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the military phased array antenna market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The military phased array antenna market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as design and development, manufacturing and assembly, installation and integration, maintenance and repair services, and upgrades and modernization. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The military phased array antenna market also includes sales of conformal phased array antennas, electronically steered antennas, hybrid phased array antennas, monopulse phased array antennas, wideband phased array antennas, and dual-polarized phased array antennas. 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.

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