Wireless Mesh Network Market, Opportunity, Growth Drivers, Industry Trend Analysis and Forecast, 2024-2032

Description

The Global Wireless Mesh Network (WMN) Market was valued at USD 3,609.9 million in 2023 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of over 16% from 2024 to 2032. The rise of smart city initiatives and the rapid adoption of IoT devices drive the demand for reliable, scalable, and high-coverage networks. WMNs support dense connectivity for traffic management, smart street lighting, and public safety applications, with self-healing capabilities ideal for urban settings. WMNs provide multiple data transmission pathways, crucial during disasters when traditional infrastructures may fail. This demand for secure communication solutions significantly drives the WMN market.

The overall wireless mesh network industry is classified based on the component, operating frequency, application, end use r, and region.

The market is segmented by components into gateways, services, and hardware. The hardware segment is expected to exceed USD 5,500 million by 2032. This segment includes access points, routers, and antennas, essential for network infrastructure. The rise of Wi-Fi 6 and 5G technologies drives demand for high-performance hardware supporting complex network topologies. The services segment includes deployment, network design, and management tasks like troubleshooting and monitoring. As WMNs grow in complexity, the need for specialized services to ensure efficient performance and scalability increases. This segment's growth is driven by the demand for comprehensive solutions for large-scale, mission-critical network deployments.

Operating frequency segmentation includes Sub 1 GHz, 3.6 GHz, 2.4 GHz, 4.9 GHz, 6 GHz, 5 GHz, and 60 GHz (mmWave). The 6 GHz segment is the fastest-growing, with a CAGR of over 9.0% from 2024 to 2032. The 4.9 GHz segment, allocated for public safety communications, offers improved range and data throughput, essential for emergency services and critical infrastructure networks. The 5 GHz segment is popular for its lower latency and higher data rates, supporting high-bandwidth applications like streaming and gaming. The 6 GHz segment, introduced for Wi-Fi 6E, offers increased bandwidth and reduced interference, meeting the demand for high-speed connectivity in dense environments.

North America dominated the global WMN market in 2023, accounting for over 28% of the share The region's robust infrastructure investments and increasing demand for scalable connectivity solutions are key factors driving market growth. The presence of key technology players and deployments in urban and industrial applications, supported by a favorable regulatory environment and substantial R&D activities, further bolster the market. Additionally, the growing adoption of smart city initiatives and IoT-based solutions is contributing to the increasing demand for wireless mesh networks across the region.

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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 360° 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 Expansion of smart cities and IoT infrastructure
  - 3.8.1.2 Increased demand for reliable public safety communications
  - 3.8.1.3 Rising need for high-capacity, low-latency networks
  - 3.8.1.4 Advancements in wireless technology and standardization
  - 3.8.1.5 Growing adoption in rural and remote connectivity
- 3.8.2 Industry pitfalls and challenges
  - 3.8.2.1 Complex network management and scalability issues
  - 3.8.2.2 Security vulnerabilities and data privacy concerns
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 Key trends
5.2 Hardware
- 5.2.1 Mesh Wi-Fi appliances
- 5.2.2 Routers
- 5.2.3 Gateways
- 5.2.4 Extenders
5.3 Software
- 5.3.1 Mesh network platforms
- 5.3.2 Management and security software
5.4 Services
- 5.4.1 Network planning and consulting
- 5.4.2 Deployment and provisioning
- 5.4.3 Network security
- 5.4.4 Network analytics
- 5.4.5 Support and maintenance
- 5.4.6 Network testing
- 5.4.7 Network optimization

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

6.1 Key trends
6.2 Sub 1 GHz
6.3 2.4 GHz
6.4 3.6 GHz
6.5 4.9 GHz
6.6 5 GHz
6.7 6 GHz
6.8 60 GHz (mmWave)

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

7.1 Key trends
7.2 Smart homes
7.3 Smart cities
7.4 Video streaming and VoIP
7.5 Disaster management and public safety
7.6 Smart mobility
7.7 Surveillance and security
7.8 Smart utilities
7.9 Industrial IoT
7.10 Healthcare
7.11 Education
7.12 Retail
7.13 Hospitality
7.14 Agriculture
7.15 Others

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

8.1 Key trends
8.2 Residential
8.3 Commercial
8.4 Industrial
8.5 Government and defense
8.6 Transportation and logistics
8.7 Others

Chapter 9 Market Estimates and Forecast, By Region, 2021 - 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 ABB Ltd.
10.2 Aruba Networks
10.3 Cambium Networks, Ltd.
10.4 Cisco Systems, Inc.
10.5 Concentris Systems LLC
10.6 Digi International
10.7 Firetide, Inc.
10.8 Fluidmesh Networks, LLC
10.9 Google LLC
10.10 LumenRadio AB
10.11 Mesh Dynamics, Inc.
10.12 Netgear, Inc.
10.13 Qorvo, Inc.
10.14 Qualcomm, Inc.
10.15 Rajant Corporation
10.16 Ruckus Networks (ARRIS)
10.17 Strix Systems
10.18 Synapse Wireless, Inc.
10.19 TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd
10.20 Zebra Technologies Corporation
10.21 Extreme Networks, Inc.
10.22 Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
10.23 Ubiquiti Inc.