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USV Market Size & Trends:
The global unmanned surface vehicle market size was valued at USD 1,586.1 million in 2023 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 11.9 % from 2024 to 2030. The market is witnessing significant growth driven by the increasing adoption of defense and security applications. Navies and maritime security agencies are increasingly deploying unmanned surface vehicles (USV) for surveillance, reconnaissance, and countermeasures. The ability of USVs to operate in hazardous environments without risking human lives makes them an invaluable asset for modern naval operations, driving their demand.
Technological advancements in autonomous navigation and control systems are propelling the USV market. Innovations in AI and machine learning have enhanced USVs' capabilities, enabling them to perform complex missions with minimal human intervention. These advancements are improving operational efficiency and reducing the cost of operations, making USVs more attractive to various end-users.
The use of USVs is expanding beyond defense to include commercial and scientific research applications. In the commercial sector, USVs are increasingly used for offshore oil and gas exploration, environmental monitoring, and marine data collection. Scientific researchers are leveraging USVs to study oceanography and marine ecosystems, benefiting from the vehicles' ability to cover vast areas and gather data in real-time.
Moreover, the need for enhanced maritime infrastructure and port security is driving the growth of the USV market. Ports and harbors are investing in USVs for tasks such as underwater inspection, pollution monitoring, and security patrols. USVs' ability to operate continuously and provide detailed real-time data makes them an essential tool for maintaining and securing maritime infrastructure.
USVs are increasingly being equipped with advanced sensor systems, including sonar, radar, and cameras, to enhance their functionality. These sensors enable USVs to perform a wide range of tasks, from underwater mapping to surface surveillance. The integration of these advanced sensors is driving the demand for USVs in various sectors, as they provide critical data for decision-making processes.
Global Unmanned Surface Vehicle Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts and estimates revenue growth at the global, regional, and country levels along with analyzing the latest market trends and opportunities in each one of the sub-segments from 2018 to 2030. For this study, Grand View Research has further segmented the global unmanned surface vehicle market report based on type, size, application, and region.
- Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
- Autonomous
- Semi-autonomous
- Size Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
- Defense
- ISR
- Mine Countermeasures
- Anti-ship Warfare
- Communication Gateway
- Others
- Commercial
- Weather and Environment Monitoring
- Hydrographic Survey
- Infrastructure Monitoring and Inspection
- Others
- Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Japan
- China
- India
- Australia
- South Korea
- Latin America
- Middle East and Africa (MEA)
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
- 1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
- 1.2. Market Definitions
- 1.3. Information Procurement
- 1.3.1. Information analysis
- 1.3.2. Market formulation & data visualization
- 1.3.3. Data validation & publishing
- 1.4. 4 Research Scope and Assumptions
- 1.4.1. List to Data Sources
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
- 2.1. Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Market Snapshot
- 2.2. Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Market- Segment Snapshot (1/2)
- 2.3. Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Market- Segment Snapshot (2/2)
- 2.4. Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Market- Competitive Landscape Snapshot
Chapter 3. Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Market - Industry Outlook
- 3.1. Market Overview
- 3.2. Industry Value Chain Analysis
- 3.3. Market Dynamics
- 3.3.1. Market Driver Analysis
- 3.3.2. Market Restraint Analysis
- 3.3.3. Market Opportunity
- 3.3.4. Market Challenges
- 3.4. Industry Analysis Tools
- 3.4.1. Porter's analysis
- 3.4.2. Macroeconomic analysis
- 3.5. Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Market - Technology Trends
Chapter 4. Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Market: Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 4.1. Type Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2023 & 2030
- 4.2. Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Market Estimates & Forecast, By Type (USD Million)
- 4.2.1. Autonomous
- 4.2.2. Semi-Autonomous
Chapter 5. Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Market: Size Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 5.1. Size Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2023 & 2030
- 5.2. Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Market Estimates & Forecast, By Size (USD Million)
- 5.2.1. Small
- 5.2.2. Medium
- 5.2.3. Large
Chapter 6. Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Market: Application Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 6.1. Application Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2023 & 2030
- 6.2. Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Market Estimates & Forecast, By Application (USD Million)
- 6.2.1. Defense
- 6.2.1.1. ISR
- 6.2.1.2. Mine Countermeasures
- 6.2.1.3. Anti-ship Warfare
- 6.2.1.4. Communication Gateway
- 6.2.1.5. Others
- 6.2.2. Commercial
- 6.2.2.1. Weather and Environment Monitoring
- 6.2.2.2. Hydrographic Survey
- 6.2.2.3. Infrastructure monitoring and inspection
- 6.2.2.4. Others
Chapter 7. Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 7.1. Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Market by Region, 2023 & 2030
- 7.2. North America
- 7.2.1. North America Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
- 7.2.2. U.S.
- 7.2.3. Canada
- 7.2.4. Mexico
- 7.3. Europe
- 7.3.1. Europe Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
- 7.3.2. Germany
- 7.3.3. UK
- 7.3.4. France
- 7.4. Asia Pacific
- 7.4.1. Asia Pacific Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
- 7.4.2. Japan
- 7.4.3. China
- 7.4.4. India
- 7.4.5. South Korea
- 7.4.6. Australia
- 7.5. Latin America
- 7.5.1. Latin America Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
- 7.5.2. Brazil
- 7.6. Middle East & Africa (MEA)
- 7.6.1. MEA Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
- 7.6.2. Saudi Arabia
- 7.6.3. UAE
- 7.6.4. South Africa
Chapter 8. Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Market - Competitive Landscape
- 8.1. Recent Developments & Impact Analysis, By Key Market Participants
- 8.2. Company Categorization
- 8.3. Participant's Overview
- 8.4. Financial Performance
- 8.5. Product Benchmarking
- 8.6. Company Market Positioning
- 8.7. Company Heat Map Analysis
- 8.8. Strategy Mapping
- 8.8.1. Expansion/Divestiture
- 8.8.2. Collaborations/Partnerships
- 8.8.3. New Product Launches
- 8.8.4. Research & Development
- 8.9. Company Profiles
- 8.9.1. ECA Group
- 8.9.1.1. Participant's Overview
- 8.9.1.2. Financial Performance
- 8.9.1.3. Product Benchmarking
- 8.9.1.4. Recent Developments
- 8.9.2. Elbit Systems Ltd.
- 8.9.2.1. Participant's Overview
- 8.9.2.2. Financial Performance
- 8.9.2.3. Product Benchmarking
- 8.9.2.4. Recent Developments
- 8.9.3. Fugro
- 8.9.3.1. Participant's Overview
- 8.9.3.2. Financial Performance
- 8.9.3.3. Product Benchmarking
- 8.9.3.4. Recent Developments
- 8.9.4. Kongsberg Gruppen ASA
- 8.9.4.1. Participant's Overview
- 8.9.4.2. Financial Performance
- 8.9.4.3. Product Benchmarking
- 8.9.4.4. Recent Developments
- 8.9.5. L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
- 8.9.5.1. Participant's Overview
- 8.9.5.2. Financial Performance
- 8.9.5.3. Product Benchmarking
- 8.9.5.4. Recent Developments
- 8.9.6. Liquid Robotics
- 8.9.6.1. Participant's Overview
- 8.9.6.2. Financial Performance
- 8.9.6.3. Product Benchmarking
- 8.9.6.4. Recent Developments
- 8.9.7. Saab AB
- 8.9.7.1. Participant's Overview
- 8.9.7.2. Financial Performance
- 8.9.7.3. Product Benchmarking
- 8.9.7.4. Recent Developments
- 8.9.8. Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
- 8.9.8.1. Participant's Overview
- 8.9.8.2. Financial Performance
- 8.9.8.3. Product Benchmarking
- 8.9.8.4. Recent Developments
- 8.9.9. Textron Systems Corporation
- 8.9.9.1. Participant's Overview
- 8.9.9.2. Financial Performance
- 8.9.9.3. Product Benchmarking
- 8.9.9.4. Recent Developments
- 8.9.10. Thales Group
- 8.9.10.1. Participant's Overview
- 8.9.10.2. Financial Performance
- 8.9.10.3. Product Benchmarking
- 8.9.10.4. Recent Developments