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Military unmanned underwater vehicles are underwater vehicles capable of operating without human intervention. These sophisticated vehicles find applications primarily in oceanic research endeavors within the military domain, offering advanced capabilities for exploration and surveillance.
The realm of military unmanned underwater vehicles, the primary products encompass remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) and autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs). Remotely operated vehicles function underwater and are controlled remotely from the surface, utilizing various propulsion systems such as electric, mechanical, and hybrid technologies. Their versatile applications range from search and rescue operations to defense-related tasks, showcasing their adaptability and significance in diverse scenarios.
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The military unmanned underwater vehicles market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $3.95 billion in 2024 to $4.41 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to strategic defense requirements, naval modernization initiatives, maritime border security, underwater mine countermeasures, environmental monitoring.
The military unmanned underwater vehicles market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.52 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expanded mission capabilities, underwater communications development, environmental monitoring and research, expanded role in mine countermeasures, anti-submarine warfare enhancement. Major trends in the forecast period include underwater swarm technology, collaboration and joint ventures, sustainability and environmental considerations, underwater communication enhancement, artificial intelligence and data analytics.
The anticipated rise in defense budgets is poised to drive the military unmanned underwater vehicles (UUV) market in the coming years. Defense budgets encompass financial provisions allocated by governments to fund military-related activities. An increase in these budgets empowers nations to invest in research, development, procurement, and integration of UUVs, stimulating the expansion of this market. As per the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute report in April 2023, global military spending surged to a record high of $2,240 billion in 2022, with a significant 13% growth in Europe. Leading contributors, including the United States and China, maintained their positions, jointly comprising 52% of the global expenditure. This escalating defense expenditure significantly propels the growth trajectory of the military UUV market.
The rising threat of terrorism is anticipated to accelerate the growth of the military unmanned underwater vehicles market in the future. Terrorism involves acts of violence that endanger others and demonstrate a clear disregard for the harm caused. The escalating danger of terrorism in maritime environments is fueling the demand for advanced security solutions, positioning military unmanned underwater vehicles as sophisticated and versatile tools to effectively tackle these challenges. This trend is leading to increased adoption and growth in the market. For example, in March 2023, the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP), an Australian research organization focused on developing metrics for analyzing peace, reported in its global terrorism index that, in 2022, the average number of deaths per terrorist attack increased by 0.4. Terrorist attacks have become increasingly lethal, resulting in an average of 1.7 fatalities per attack, compared to 1.3 deaths per attack in 2021. Additionally, there were a total of 6,701 deaths attributed to terrorist activities in 2022. Consequently, the rise in terrorism is driving the expansion of the military unmanned underwater vehicles market.
The evolution of dispersed maritime operations emerges as a prominent trend shaping the military UUV market. Major players in this sector are focusing on developing and implementing dispersed marine operations to reinforce their market presence. For instance, in 2022, the US Navy selected the REMUS 300 as its next-generation small unmanned undersea vehicle (SUUV), aimed at enhancing distributed marine operations by fulfilling crucial underwater tasks.
Innovative developments in autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) represent a strategic initiative within major companies operating in the military UUV market. AUVs, unmanned submersibles functioning autonomously underwater, are being introduced to cater to wider customer bases, drive sales, and augment revenue. For example, in August 2023, Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) launched Neerakshi, an AUV designed for diverse military operations. Boasting advanced mine-detection and search-and-rescue capabilities, Neerakshi is tailored for mine countermeasures (MCM) support and underwater structure monitoring. This cutting-edge technology contributes significantly to anti-submarine warfare (ASW) training for naval vessels.
In February 2022, Anduril Industries Inc., a prominent defense company based in the United States, successfully acquired Dive Technologies for an undisclosed sum. This strategic acquisition signifies a substantial expansion for Anduril, amplifying its array of autonomous systems and venturing into the realm of undersea operations. The acquisition aims to accelerate Anduril's strategic growth trajectory, enabling Dive, the newly acquired entity, to rapidly enhance its workforce, technology, and production capabilities. The overarching objective is to furnish military partners with a heightened strategic edge while furnishing commercial clients with dependable technology for deep-sea exploration. Dive Technologies, based in the US, specializes in providing autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs).
Major companies operating in the military unmanned underwater vehicles market are Kongsberg Maritime, Lockheed Martin Corporation, Saab AB, Atlas Elektronik, Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, Boeing, General Dynamics Corporation, Gabri SRL, Eca Group, International Submarine Engineering, L3 Harris Technologies inc, Fugro N.V, Oceaneering International Inc., Blue Robotics Inc., Riptide Autonomous Solutions LLC, Aquabotix Technology Corporation, Deep Ocean Engineering, Eelume AS, Epsilon Systems Solutions, Forum Energy Technologies, Greensea Systems Inc., Hydroid Inc., Kraken Robotics, Ocean Infinity, Planck Aerosystems, Sea Machines Robotics, Sonardyne International Ltd., Subsea 7, Thales Group, The Boeing Company, Liquid Robotics
North America was the largest region in the military unmanned underwater vehicles market share in 2024. The regions covered in the military unmanned underwater vehicles market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the military unmanned underwater vehicles market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The military unmanned underwater vehicles market consists of sales of Light work class ROV, observation class ROV, micro or mini ROV, mobot, and other types. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
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