Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Market, Opportunity, Growth Drivers, Industry Trend Analysis and Forecast, 2024-2032

Description

The Global Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Market was valued at USD 26,534.0 million in 2023 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of over 10% from 2024 to 2032. Earth observation is a key driver of the SAR market's growth. SAR technology is highly effective in monitoring environmental and geographical conditions, as it operates independently of weather and lighting conditions. Unlike optical sensors, SAR can capture high-resolution images through clouds, fog, and darkness, making it invaluable for climate monitoring, disaster response, and agricultural management. The European Space Agency (ESA) emphasizes SAR's importance in tracking deforestation in the Amazon and polar ice loss. Governments, research institutions, and businesses rely on SAR for land use monitoring, disaster impact assessments, and resource management. The growing demand for precise Earth observation data across various sectors is propelling the SAR market forward.

The overall Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) industry is classified based on the frequency band, component, application, end-user, and region.

The market is segmented by application into spacecraft, aircraft, and UAVs, with the spacecraft segment projected to exceed USD 37,400 million by 2032. The spacecraft segment is driven by the demand for high-resolution Earth observation from space. Satellites equipped with SAR provide unparalleled imaging for environmental monitoring, disaster response, and defense. Technological advancements, like enhanced radar resolution and faster data processing, expand SAR's applications in space. The increasing number of satellite missions and next-generation SAR satellites bolster this segment's growth.

Divided by end-use, the market segments into research and commercial applications and defense, with the former emerging as the fastest-growing segment, boasting a CAGR of over 10% from 2024 to 2032. The research and commercial applications segment emphasizes high-resolution imagery across various sectors. SAR technology is pivotal in environmental studies, agriculture, and disaster monitoring, facilitating scientific analysis and informed decisions. Commercially, SAR systems are vital in infrastructure, urban planning, and resource management, providing intricate and reliable imaging. Synspective's 2023 launch of the StriX-B satellite underscores the growing versatility and expansive application range of SAR systems.

In 2023, North America led the global SAR market, capturing over 38% of the share. The U.S. stands at the forefront, making significant strides in radar technology and defense, with SAR playing a crucial role in surveillance and reconnaissance. Beyond defense, SAR's applications in environmental monitoring and resource management are gaining traction. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) emphasizes SAR's importance in natural disaster monitoring and resource management. Coupled with strong government backing and lucrative defense contracts, the region is witnessing advancements, especially in next-generation SAR satellites and systems.

Product Code: 10727

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 The growing demand for earth observation
  - 3.8.1.2 Increasing use of SAR in military and defense
  - 3.8.1.3 Increasing commercial application of SAR technology
  - 3.8.1.4 Investments and government initiatives
  - 3.8.1.5 Growing advancements in SAR technology
- 3.8.2 Industry pitfalls and challenges
  - 3.8.2.1 High development cost for synthetic aperture radar
  - 3.8.2.2 Complex Data Processing
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 Frequency Band, 2021 - 2032 (USD million)

5.1 Key trends
5.2 Single frequency band
- 5.2.1 X band
- 5.2.2 C band
- 5.2.3 S band
- 5.2.4 L band
- 5.2.5 K/Ku/Ka band
5.3 Multi-frequency band

Chapter 6 Market Estimates and Forecast, By Component, 2021 - 2032 (USD million)

6.1 Key trends
6.2 Receiver
6.3 Transmitter
6.4 Antenna

Chapter 7 Market Estimates and Forecast, By End-Use, 2021 - 2032 (USD million)

7.1 Key trends
7.2 Research and Commercial Applications
- 7.2.1 Public Safety
- 7.2.2 Environmental Monitoring
- 7.2.3 Natural Resource Exploration
- 7.2.4 Others
7.3 Defense

Chapter 8 Market Estimates and Forecast, By Platform, 2021 - 2032 (USD million)

8.1 Key Trends
8.2 Airborne
8.3 Ground-Based
8.4 Spaceborne

Chapter 9 Market Estimates and Forecast, By Application, 2021 - 2032 (USD million)

9.1 Key trends
9.2 Spacecraft
9.3 Aircraft
9.4 UAV

Chapter 10 Market Estimates and Forecast, By Region, 2021 - 2032 (USD million)

10.1 Key trends
10.2 North America
- 10.2.1 U.S.
- 10.2.2 Canada
10.3 Europe
- 10.3.1 UK
- 10.3.2 Germany
- 10.3.3 France
- 10.3.4 Italy
- 10.3.5 Spain
- 10.3.6 Rest of Europe
10.4 Asia Pacific
- 10.4.1 China
- 10.4.2 India
- 10.4.3 Japan
- 10.4.4 South Korea
- 10.4.5 ANZ
- 10.4.6 Rest of Asia Pacific
10.5 Latin America
- 10.5.1 Brazil
- 10.5.2 Mexico
- 10.5.3 Rest of Latin America
10.6 MEA
- 10.6.1 UAE
- 10.6.2 South Africa
- 10.6.3 Saudi Arabia
- 10.6.4 Rest of MEA

Chapter 11 Company Profiles

11.1 Airbus
11.2 Capella Space
11.3 Harris Corporation
11.4 ICEYE
11.5 Israel IAI
11.6 OHB System AG
11.7 MDA Corp. (Maxar Technologies)
11.8 Northrop Grumman
11.9 Raytheon
11.10 Thales
11.11 UrtheCast Corp
11.12 BAE Systems
11.13 Lockheed Martin
11.14 Terrasigna SRL
11.15 SkyGeo
11.16 TRE Altamira
11.17 CGG
11.18 Umbra Lab
11.19 GroundProbe
11.20 Saab AB
11.21 Leonardo S.P.A.
11.22 Aselsan
11.23 Cobham PLC
11.24 General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.