Maritime Cybersecurity Market Report 2025

The maritime cybersecurity market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $3.68 billion in 2024 to $4.14 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.4%. The growth during the historic period is due to an increase in maritime cyberattacks targeting navigation and communication systems, greater digitalization of ship operations and fleet management, expanded use of satellite-based communication on vessels, stronger enforcement of cybersecurity regulations by international maritime organizations, and the widespread adoption of internet-connected devices in maritime assets.

The maritime cybersecurity market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.55 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.2%. The projected growth in the forecast period is driven by the expansion of autonomous and remotely operated shipping vessels, increasing cyber threats targeting onboard operational technology systems, greater adoption of cloud-based maritime management platforms, rising demand for real-time data sharing across maritime networks, and a growing need for cyber insurance in shipping operations. Key trends during this period include advancements in edge computing for onboard threat detection, innovations in AI-based cybersecurity solutions, development of maritime-specific security standards and protocols, increased investment in cybersecurity research and development, and innovations in secure ship-to-shore communication technologies.

The expansion of 5G and internet of things security is expected to drive the growth of the maritime cybersecurity market moving forward. 5G and internet of things security involves the comprehensive protection of high-speed, low-latency 5G networks and the extensive ecosystem of connected IoT devices from cyber threats, ensuring secure data transmission and device authentication. This growth is fueled by the rapid increase in connected devices and the rising number of cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure, which is encouraging industries and governments to invest in advanced security frameworks to protect sensitive information. Maritime cybersecurity facilitates the use of 5G and IoT by securing shipborne and offshore networks that rely on satellite-linked 5G connectivity for real-time data exchange, as well as protecting automated IoT systems used in navigation and cargo tracking. For example, in March 2023, the Global Mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), a UK-based not-for-profit industry organization, reported that 5G subscribers reached 1.15 billion in 2022, representing nearly a 90% increase from 619 million in 2021. Consequently, the expansion of 5G and IoT security is driving the growth of the maritime cybersecurity market.

Leading companies in the maritime cybersecurity market are focusing on advanced solutions such as zero-trust cybersecurity technologies to support digital transformation in the maritime sector. Zero-trust cybersecurity operates on the principle of never trust, always verify, enforcing strict identity verification for every user and device accessing a network. For instance, in December 2024, Rakuten Symphony, a Japan-based provider of lifecycle cybersecurity solutions, launched Rakuten Maritime, an all-encompassing enterprise service designed to meet the growing demand for cybersecurity and digital transformation worldwide in the maritime sector. This service offers industry-leading technologies to protect autonomous vessels and smart ships. As global shipping companies and shipowners speed up the adoption of autonomous technologies and develop smart ships, cyberattacks targeting these vessels have also increased.

In October 2024, Marlink SAS, a France-based provider of smart networks and digital solutions, acquired Port-IT B.V. for an undisclosed amount. With this acquisition, Marlink aims to enhance its maritime cybersecurity capabilities by incorporating Port-IT’s specialized threat detection, incident response, and vessel network protection solutions into its portfolio, offering more comprehensive, real-time cyber defense for fleets operating in increasingly digital and connected maritime environments. Port-IT B.V. is a Netherlands-based company specializing in maritime cybersecurity solutions.

Major players in the maritime cybersecurity market are Airbus SE, International Business Machines Corporation, Northrop Grumman Corporation, BAE Systems plc, Thales Group, Leonardo S.p.A., Wärtsilä Oyj Abp, Elbit Systems Ltd., SAAB AB, Smiths Group plc, DNV AS, Terma A/S, Kongsberg Digital AS, ABS Group of Companies Inc., HGH Infrared Systems, Otorio Ltd., Nettitude Ltd., Westminster Group Plc, Maritime Cyber Solutions Limited, and Cydome Security Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the maritime cybersecurity market in 2024. The regions covered in maritime cybersecurity report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the maritime cybersecurity market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

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.

The sharp hike in U.S. tariffs and the associated trade disputes in spring 2025 are notably impacting the aerospace and defense sector by raising costs for titanium, carbon fiber composites, and avionics materials largely sourced from global suppliers. Defense contractors, locked into fixed-price government contracts, absorb these added costs, while commercial aerospace firms face airline pushback on higher aircraft prices. Delays in component shipments due to customs bottlenecks further disrupt tight production schedules for jets and satellites. The industry is responding by stockpiling critical materials, seeking waivers for defense-related imports, and collaborating with allied nations to diversify supply chain.

Maritime cybersecurity involves protecting ships, ports, offshore platforms, and their digital and communication systems from cyber threats and attacks. It uses strong security measures, protocols, and technologies to maintain the safety, integrity, and resilience of maritime operations and critical infrastructure against unauthorized access, data breaches, and disruptions.

The primary categories of maritime cybersecurity include endpoint security, application security, cloud security, and others. Endpoint security focuses on safeguarding devices like computers, smartphones, and tablets by securing their network access points. Threats addressed include system disruptions, data breaches, information theft, ransomware, and network segmentation attacks. Deployment models cover both on-premise and cloud-based solutions. Key applications consist of threat detection and prevention, cyber incident response, and compliance with cybersecurity regulations, with main users being port authorities, shipping companies, transportation providers, maritime insurers, and more.

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The maritime cybersecurity market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as risk assessment, vulnerability analysis, network security, and security monitoring. 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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