PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1404930
PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1404930
The global remote sensing technology market size is expected to reach USD 42.64 billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 11.6% from 2023 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Remote sensing technology is used to detect and monitor land and weather characteristics by measuring the reflected sunlight and emitted radiation from a satellite or an aircraft. Cameras fitted on the satellite and the aircraft to collect the remotely sensed images, which help organizations observe and analyze the land and forecast weather accordingly. The market is primarily driven by rising investments in earth observation projects. For instance, in August 2020, Indian earth observation startup Pixxel announced it raised investments worth USD 5 million for a constellation of Earth observation satellites.
The growing adoption of precision farming is expected to augment the market growth over the forecast period. The technology is used to identify crop conditions, determine the soil content such as moisture, and estimate the crop production. The health of crops is determined using remote sensing technology to reduce fertilizer usage, which reduces additional costs incurred by farmers. Moreover, the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak has led to the demand for remote sensing technology to monitor and curb the spread of the virus. The technology also helps to keep track of population concentration, determine mobility patterns, and document environmental changes.
The market comprises a high degree of competition due to the presence of numerous companies operating at the global level. These companies are focusing on enhancing their product portfolio to maintain and increase their market share. For instance, in October 2019, Hexagon AB announced the launch of its Power Portfolio which includes the latest version of remote sensing, Geographic Information System (GIS), and cartography products. The new versions have machine learning capabilities that help users address big data management issues.