Tactical Data Link Market, Opportunity, Growth Drivers, Industry Trend Analysis and Forecast, 2024-2032

Description

The Global Tactical Data Link Market was valued at USD 8.7 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at over 5% CAGR from 2024 to 2032. The continuous rise in global military spending is a key driver for this market growth. Governments are increasing their defense budgets in response to geopolitical tensions, regional conflicts, and the need to modernize military forces. These systems are essential for secure and reliable communication among various military assets for enhancing the operational capabilities and effectiveness of armed forces.

The overall industry is divided into component, platform, frequency, data link type, military standards, application and region.

Based on platform, the tactical data link market is divided into air, ground, and sea. The air segment is expected to register 8% CAGR during 2024-2032. This segment focuses on airborne platforms, such as fighter jets, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), helicopters, and surveillance aircraft. Tactical data link systems in this segment support high-speed, secure communication in dynamic as well as hostile air environments for enabling real-time data sharing and coordination among airborne assets, ground forces, and command centers.

In terms of component, the industry is divided into hardware and software. The hardware segment dominated the global market with a revenue exceeding USD 8 billion in 2023. The hardware segment encompasses the physical devices and components necessary for establishing and maintaining secure and reliable communication channels. This includes a wide range of equipment such as radios, transceivers, antennas, and modems.

North America led the global tactical data link market in 2023, accounting for a share of over 35%. The U.S. holds a dominant position due to its substantial defense budget and advanced military technology. The strong focus on maintaining technological superiority and improving the operational efficacy of its armed forces drives the continuous investments in tactical data link systems. The U.S. Department of Defense emphasizes the development and deployment of secure, high-performance communication solutions to support network-centric warfare and ensure interoperability among various military branches across the region.

Product Code: 10577

Chapter 1 Methodology and Scope

1.1 Market scope and definition
1.2 Base estimates and 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 Industry 360º synopsis, 2021 - 2032

Chapter 3 Industry Insights

3.1 Industry ecosystem analysis
3.2 Vendor matrix
3.3 Profit margin analysis
3.4 Technology and 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 Increased military expenditure
  - 3.8.1.2 Growing need for real-time data sharing
  - 3.8.1.3 Rising threat of cyber warfare
  - 3.8.1.4 Integration of unmanned systems
  - 3.8.1.5 Development of network-centric warfare (NCW)
- 3.8.2 Industry pitfalls and challenges
  - 3.8.2.1 High development and implementation costs
  - 3.8.2.2 Technical complexity and integration challenges
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 and Forecast, By Component, 2021 - 2032 (USD Million)

5.1 Hardware
- 5.1.1 Terminals
- 5.1.2 Radio Sets
- 5.1.3 Modems
- 5.1.4 Routers
- 5.1.5 Controllers
- 5.1.6 Transceivers
- 5.1.7 Monitors
- 5.1.8 Others
5.2 Software

Chapter 6 Market estimates and forecast, By Platform, 2021 - 2032 (USD Million)

6.1 Air
6.2 Ground
6.3 Sea

Chapter 7 Market estimates and forecast, By Frequency, 2021 - 2032 (USD Million)

7.1 High frequency
7.2 Ultra-high frequency

Chapter 8 Market Estimates and Forecast, By Data Link Type, 2021 - 2032 (USD Million)

8.1 Link 11
8.2 Link 16
8.3 Link 22
8.4 Others

Chapter 9 Market Estimates and Forecast, By Military Standard, 2021 - 2032 (USD Million)

9.1 MIL STD 6011
9.2 MIL STD 6016
9.3 MIL STD 6017
9.4 MIL STD 6020
9.5 MIL STD 3011

Chapter 10 Market Estimates and Forecast, By Application, 2021 - 2032 (USD Million)

10.1 Command and control
10.2 Intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance
10.3 Electronic warfare
10.4 Radio communications

Chapter 11 Market Estimates and Forecast, By Region, 2021 - 2032 (USD Million)

11.1 Key trends
11.2 North America
- 11.2.1 U.S.
- 11.2.2 Canada
11.3 Europe
- 11.3.1 UK
- 11.3.2 Germany
- 11.3.3 France
- 11.3.4 Italy
- 11.3.5 Spain
- 11.3.6 Rest of Europe
11.4 Asia Pacific
- 11.4.1 China
- 11.4.2 India
- 11.4.3 Japan
- 11.4.4 South Korea
- 11.4.5 ANZ
- 11.4.6 Rest of Asia Pacific
11.5 Latin America
- 11.5.1 Brazil
- 11.5.2 Mexico
- 11.5.3 Rest of Latin America
11.6 MEA
- 11.6.1 UAE
- 11.6.2 South Africa
- 11.6.3 Saudi Arabia
- 11.6.4 Rest of MEA

Chapter 12 Company Profiles

12.1 BAE Systems
12.2 Collins Aerospace
12.3 Curtiss-Wright
12.4 General Atomics
12.5 General Dynamics UK Limited
12.6 Hensoldt
12.7 Honeywell International Inc.
12.8 IAI
12.9 L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
12.10 Leonardo DRS
12.11 Lockheed Martin Corporation.
12.12 Northrop Grumman
12.13 Rohde and Schwarz
12.14 SAAB
12.15 Safran
12.16 Thales
12.17 Ultra Electronics Ltd.
12.18 Viasat, Inc.