Naval Integrated Mast Market Report 2026

The naval integrated mast market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.48 billion in 2025 to $1.63 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to shift from conventional masts to integrated mast designs, adoption of multifunction radar modules, emphasis on stealth capabilities, rising naval fleet modernization, demand for compact sensor and communication solutions.

The naval integrated mast market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.32 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to deployment of AI-driven sensor fusion in masts, adoption of modular mast architectures, integration with autonomous naval vessels, increasing demand for low-observable stealth designs, growth in electronic warfare-capable mast systems. Major trends in the forecast period include adoption of multifunction composite mast structures, integration of advanced electronic warfare and eo/ir suites, shift toward modular plug-and-play mast architectures, increased demand for low-rcs ship signatures, growth in retrofit mast upgrades for mid-life vessel modernization,.

Rising defense budgets are expected to drive growth in the naval integrated mast market. Defense budgets are government allocations for maintaining and enhancing national security through military capabilities, personnel, and equipment. The increase in defense spending is driven by growing security threats, as nations face complex challenges from near-peer competitors and emerging technologies that require advanced military capabilities. Higher defense budgets support the adoption of naval integrated masts by enabling investment in multi-sensor integration, stealth technologies, and enhanced situational awareness systems for modern fleets. For example, in May 2025, the UK Parliament’s House of Commons Library reported that UK defense spending is projected to reach approximately $70.5 billion (£56.9 billion) in the 2024-25 financial year and is expected to rise to around $73.9 billion (£59.8 billion) in 2025-26. Therefore, increasing defense budgets are driving growth in the naval integrated mast market.

Key companies in the naval integrated mast market are developing solutions such as advanced combat management system embedding to improve situational awareness and decision-making. Advanced combat management system embedding integrates a ship’s command, control, and sensor-processing capabilities directly into the mast structure, streamlining data flow, improving real-time threat detection, and enabling faster, coordinated responses. For instance, in May 2025, Naval Group SA, a France-based defense company, launched the third Hellenic Navy FDI frigate, HS Formion, and installed its Panoramic Sensors and Intelligence Module (PSIM) mast. The 42-meter tall, 150-ton PSIM consolidates the ship’s Command Information Center, the latest SETIS Combat Management System, mission planning facilities, and one of two digital data centers while housing most above-water sensors for uninterrupted 360° surveillance. Integrating advanced functions into a single mast reduces vessel weight, enhances survivability, optimizes space, and supports faster production cycles. Embedding digital technologies into modular mast systems allows companies such as Naval Group SA to set benchmarks in naval architecture and remain competitive as demand grows for multi-mission frigates with advanced situational awareness.

In August 2025, Rohde & Schwarz Australia Pty Ltd., an Australia-based manufacturer, partnered with STS Defence Ltd. to supply twin integrated main configurable communications masts for the Royal Australian Navy’s first three Hunter class frigates under the Hunter Class Frigate Program. The partnership aims to provide high-quality communications masts that enable the Hunter class frigates to operate across multiple frequency bands while meeting mission-critical operational requirements. STS Defence Ltd. is a UK-based company specializing in advanced naval communication and mast systems.

Major companies operating in the naval integrated mast market are Lockheed Martin Corporation, General Dynamics Corporation, BAE Systems plc, L3Harris Technologies Inc., Leonardo S.p.A., ST Engineering Ltd., Elbit Systems Ltd., Indra Sistemas S.A., Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd. (IAI), Saab AB, Naval Group, Thales S.A., HENSOLDT AG, Atlas Elektronik GmbH, Terma A/S, Navantia S.A., Will-Burt Company Inc., MILMAST S.p.A., GABLER Naval Technology GmbH, Mastsystem AB.

North America was the largest region in the naval integrated mast market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the naval integrated mast market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

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 on advanced electronics, composite materials, and naval-grade sensor modules are raising production costs in the naval integrated mast market, slowing procurement cycles for new installations and retrofits. Segments most affected include radar systems, communication systems, and structural composite components, with regions dependent on cross-border defense supply chains especially Europe and Asia-Pacific experiencing the highest disruptions. While the added costs challenge manufacturers, some countries benefit through increased domestic sourcing, localized manufacturing, and strengthened regional defense industrial bases, partially offsetting negative effects.

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A naval integrated mast is a consolidated structure on a warship that combines radar, sensors, and communication systems into a single enclosure, offering a compact and efficient solution. It reduces radar visibility by replacing multiple exposed units with a streamlined design, enhancing detection avoidance and survivability. The configuration also improves operational efficiency, reliability, and ease of maintenance while ensuring optimal performance in challenging maritime environments.

The primary components of naval integrated masts include radar systems, communication systems, electronic warfare systems, navigation systems, structural elements, and other components. Radar systems are sensing technologies that transmit and receive radio signals to detect, track, and provide comprehensive situational awareness in all-weather conditions. These systems are deployed on platforms such as destroyers, frigates, corvettes, offshore patrol vessels, aircraft carriers, and other vessels. They are constructed from materials including composites, steel, aluminum, and others, and can be installed as new installations or retrofits. End-users include naval forces, coast guards, and other defense organizations.

The countries covered in the naval integrated mast market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The naval integrated mast market consists of sales of integrated mast systems, composite enclosed mast structures, multifunction radar and sensor modules, shipboard communications and datalink arrays, and electronic warfare and electro-optical/infrared sensor suites. 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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