RF-Over-Fiber Market - By Components (Transceivers, Optical Cables, Optical Amplifiers, Antennas, Optical Switches), By Frequency Band (L-band, S-band, C-band, X-band, Ku band, Ka band), By Application, By End-use Industry & Forecast, 2024

Description

RF-Over-Fiber Market size is projected to witness over 8% CAGR between 2024 and 2032. The surging demand for high-speed and reliable wireless communication networks in various industries, such as telecommunications, aerospace, and defense is driving the adoption of RF-over-Fiber (RFoF) solutions. The growing trend of distributed antenna systems (DAS) and small cell deployments is making way for enhanced cellular coverage and capacity.

Innovations in RF-over-fiber technology in defense sectors is playing a crucial role in progressing the industry forward. For instance, in June 2023, Optical Zonu Corp. a supplier of RFoF transport systems, initiated the "EMCORE Customer Relief Program" to attract new customers to its RF over fiber transport products. The rising need for efficient and cost-effective solutions to address the challenges of signal degradation over long distances will also compliment the industry growth.

The RF-over-fiber market is categorized into component, frequency band, application, end-use industry, and region.

Based on component, the industry size from the transceivers segment will depict over 10% CAGR from 2024 to 2032, owing to the growing need for high-speed data transmission in various applications, including telecommunications, broadcast, and military. RF-over-fiber transceivers facilitate high-speed, low-latency communication over long distances, making them essential for these applications. Transceivers also support the transmission and reception of signals, acting as versatile components in RF-over-fiber systems. The ability to integrate into various network architectures without significant changes will also enhance their adoption in existing and new networks.

In terms of end-use, the RF-over-fiber industry value from the telecommunications segment is projected to rise at over 9.5% CAGR until 2032. The rollout of 5G networks requires the deployment of a dense network of small cells and antennas to support high-speed data transmission and low latency. RF-over-fiber technology is ideal for connecting these cells and antennas back to the core network due to its ability to carry high-frequency signals over long distances without degradation, making it a critical component in the 5G infrastructure.

Regionally, the Europe RF-over-fiber industry is anticipated to grow at over 7.5% CAGR during the projected timeframe. This is owing to the increasing demand for high-speed and reliable communication networks in sectors like telecommunications, broadcasting, and aerospace. The growing regional focus on deploying advanced wireless infrastructure, including distributed antenna systems (DAS) and small cells to address the growing data traffic is further accelerating the adoption of RF-over-Fiber solutions.

Product Code: 8082

Chapter 1 Methodology & Scope

1.1 Market scope & definition
1.2 Base estimates & calculations
1.3 Forecast calculation
1.4 Data sources
- 1.4.1 Primary
- 1.4.2 Secondary
  - 1.4.2.1 Paid sources
  - 1.4.2.2 Public sources

Chapter 2 Executive Summary

2.1 RF-over-fiber industry 360 degree synopsis, 2018 - 2032
2.2 Business trends
- 2.2.1 Total addressable market (TAM), 2024-2032

Chapter 3 Industry Insights

3.1 Industry ecosystem analysis
3.2 Vendor matrix
3.3 Profit margin analysis
3.4 Technology & innovation landscape
3.5 Patent analysis
3.6 Key news and initiatives
3.7 Regulatory landscape
3.8 Impact forces
- 3.8.1 Growth drivers
  - 3.8.1.1 Research and development in fiber optics
  - 3.8.1.2 Quick uptake of cutting-edge network technology
  - 3.8.1.3 Increasing need for high-speed internet access
  - 3.8.1.4 High spending on the military and defense
  - 3.8.1.5. 5G rollout demands RF-over-fiber for efficient backhaul
- 3.8.2 Industry pitfalls & challenges
  - 3.8.2.1 Limited bandwidth for analog signals
  - 3.8.2.2 Sensitivity to environmental conditions
3.9 Growth potential analysis
3.10 Porter's analysis
- 3.10.1 Supplier power
- 3.10.2 Buyer power
- 3.10.3 Threat of new entrants
- 3.10.4 Threat of substitutes
- 3.10.5 Industry rivalry
3.11 PESTEL analysis

Chapter 4 Competitive Landscape, 2023

4.1 Introduction
4.2 Company market share analysis
4.3 Competitive positioning matrix
4.4 Strategic outlook matrix

Chapter 5 Market Estimates & Forecast, By Components, 2018 - 2032 (USD Million)

5.1 Key trends
5.2 Transceivers
5.3 Optical cables
5.4 Optical amplifiers
5.5 Antennas
5.6 Optical switches
5.7 Others

Chapter 6 Market Estimates & Forecast, By Frequency Band, 2018 - 2032 (USD Million)

6.1 Key trends
6.2 L-band
6.3 S-band
6.4 C-band
6.5 X-band
6.6 Ku-band
6.7 Ka-band

Chapter 7 Market Estimates & Forecast, By Application, 2018 - 2032 (USD Million)

7.1 Key trends
7.2 Broadcasting
7.3 Navigation
7.4 Telecommunications
7.5 Radar
7.6 Broadband
7.7 Others

Chapter 8 Market Estimates & Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2032 (USD Million)

8.1 Key trends
8.2 IT & telecommunications
8.3 Military and defense
8.4 Industrial
8.5 Aerospace
8.6 Others

Chapter 9 Market Estimates & Forecast, By Region, 2018 - 2032 (USD Million)

9.1 Key trends
9.2 North America
- 9.2.1 U.S.
- 9.2.2 Canada
9.3 Europe
- 9.3.1 UK
- 9.3.2 Germany
- 9.3.3 France
- 9.3.4 Italy
- 9.3.5 Spain
- 9.3.6 Rest of Europe
9.4 Asia Pacific
- 9.4.1 China
- 9.4.2 India
- 9.4.3 Japan
- 9.4.4 South Korea
- 9.4.5 ANZ
- 9.4.6 Rest of Asia Pacific
9.5 Latin America
- 9.5.1 Brazil
- 9.5.2 Mexico
- 9.5.3 Rest of Latin America
9.6 MEA
- 9.6.1 UAE
- 9.6.2 South Africa
- 9.6.3 Saudi Arabia
- 9.6.4 Rest of MEA

Chapter 10 Company Profiles

10.1 APIC Corporation
10.2 Coherent Corp.
10.3 DEV Systemtechnik GmbH
10.4 EMCORE Corporation
10.5 Global Foxcom
10.6 Gooch & Housego PLC
10.7 HUBER+SUHNER AG
10.8 Microwave Photonic Systems, Inc.
10.9 Optical Zonu Corporation
10.10 RF Optic, Inc.
10.11 Seikoh Giken Co. Ltd.
10.12 Syntonics LLC
10.13 TeraXion Inc.
10.14 Vialite

RF-Over-Fiber Market - By Components (Transceivers, Optical Cables, Optical Amplifiers, Antennas, Optical Switches), By Frequency Band (L-band, S-band, C-band, X-band, Ku band, Ka band), By Application, By End-use Industry & Forecast, 2024 - 2032