Global Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) System Market Insights Forecasts to 2033 

• The Global Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) System Market Size was Estimated at USD 3.57 Billion in 2023
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 9.05% from 2023 to 2033 
• The Worldwide Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) System Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 8.49 Billion by 2033 
• Asia Pacific is expected to grow the fastest during the forecast period.  

The global automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) system market size is predicted to grow from USD 3.57 Billion in 2023 to USD 8.49 Billion by 2033 at a CAGR of 9.05% during the forecast period. The market expansion is propelled by advancements in surveillance technologies, increased public violations, and strong support from regional authorities.

Market Overview

The market for automatic number plate recognition is an industry that offers to examine license plates by using optical character recognition (OCR) on pictures. Also, this system has infrared lighting and detecting cameras which are high-resolution range. They are used in some fields such as smart cities, border security, parking systems, and a few other areas. This sort of innovation assists in making use of vehicle tracking data and has numerous applications such as law enforcement, roadway administration, and taxation. In many countries, smart parking assistance systems are integrated with automatic number plate recognition systems in commercial buildings and installed on toll plazas. According to PIB, the NHAI is working on implementing this technology at the toll booths for a reduction in traffic congestion during payment taxation. The NHAI will upkeep the regular updates via an appointed consulting agency. The first phase is installed at the Delhi-Meerut Expressway in which based on the entry and exit of the vehicles as recorded by ANPR cameras placed at different entry and exit locations, the system deducts the appropriate user fees from FASTag. So, the market is booming due to increasing development in the automobile industry, and substantial investment by regulatory officials.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the global automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) system market based on various segments and regions forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the global automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) system Market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the global automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) system market.  

Driving Factors

The market expansion is mainly driven due to advancements in surveillance technologies, innovative imaging techniques, easy availability and accessibility of compact devices powered by cameras, and growing concerns regarding the security of essential facilities and the general public. The greater focus on raising more monitoring operations by justice agencies and regulatory agencies around the world additionally influences the market. The requirement for automatic number plate recognition system systems is rising because of a surge in automobile theft instances and violations including stolen cars. Many government agencies and security organizations favor these systems because of the distinctive data about vehicle owners that are connected to the numbers displayed on vehicle registration plates.

Restraints & Challenges

The automatic number plate recognition system systems market is restricted due to precision issues with situations like swift driving, low-light conditions, or unsanitary registration plates. In addition, the susceptibility to technological advances to digital assaults has grown. So, it requires strong server security solutions and a solid framework are necessary to prevent data breaches.

Market Segmentation

The global automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) system market share is classified into type, component, and application.

• The fixed ANPR segment held the largest market in 2023 and accounted for a 56.8% share of the global market and is anticipated to grow at a significant pace in the market during the forecast period.              

Based on the type, the global automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) system market is categorized into fixed and portable. Among these, the fixed ANPR segment held the largest market in 2023 and accounted for a 56.8% share of the global market and is anticipated to grow at a significant pace in the market in the forecast period. This segment contributed to the market expansion due to cost-effective expenses and away from any misbehaving actions around it. This ANPR portion is installed at toll plazas, boundaries of two states, express highways, and traffic-congested areas. The fixed ANPR gives real-time data, insight sharing, and surveillance. This segment is increasingly required in recent days in government & commercial buildings, hospitals, military, and restricted areas.

• The cameras segment dominated the market with a 56.8% share in the global automatic number plate recognition system market in 2023 and is expected to grow at a substantial pace in the market in the forecast period. 

Based on the component, the global automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) system market is divided into cameras, software, frame grabbers, and triggers. Among these, the cameras segment dominated the market with a 56.8% share in the global market in 2023 and is expected to grow at a substantial pace in the market in the forecast period. This segment profitable growth share contributes to the market expansion by allowing the materials with good quality, range, and long-term durability characteristics. The cameras are installed with high resolution and provide minimum image discrepancies that helpful in monitoring the real footage of vehicles. The public security surveillance is a major driver for the market expansion. In addition, there is a need for continuous upgradation, reinstallation, and repair processes which require more hardware components to assist continuing flow.

• The traffic management segment held the largest share of the global automatic number plate recognition system market in 2023 and is projected to grow at a remarkable pace in the market in the forecast period.

Based on the application, the global automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) system market is classified into law enforcement, traffic management, toll collection, and others. Among these, the traffic management segment dominated in 2023 and is projected to grow at a significant pace in the market in the forecast period. This segment contributed to the market growth due to the public violation of speed, and traffic rules along with installing the fascinating no plates. In addition, the rising no of vehicle thefts in urban cities increases the need for the ANPR which are installed by regulatory bodies or traffic management firms.

Regional Segment Analysis of the Global Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) System Market

• North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico) 
• Europe (Germany, France, U.K., Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe)
• Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, Rest of APAC)
• South America (Brazil and the Rest of South America) 
• The Middle East and Africa (UAE, South Africa, Rest of MEA)

North America is projected to hold the largest share of the global automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) system market in the forecast period.

North America is projected to hold the largest share of the global automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) system market over the forecast period. The rapid adoption from law enforcement entities like city police departments, counter-terrorist units, criminal justice bureaus, and more. Along with a greater focus on surveillance and security changes by organizations and government agencies for the safety of the public and the prevention of major crimes.  The U.S. and Canada perform key roles in its increasing installation because some of this area suffers some critical problems in terms of gang wars, increasing numbers of vehicle thefts, and other public violation situations. 

Asia Pacific is projected to grow at the fastest pace in the global automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) system market during the forecast period. The regional market is propelled due to a growing population increase in tier 1 and tier 2 cities because of job opportunities. Also, the government is becoming increasingly concerned about the rise in traffic infractions and road congestion which are linked to an increase in road fatalities that propels the market. Nations like India, Japan, China, and others content increasingly emphasize such novel solutions.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the global automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) system market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Robert Bosch GmbH
• ARH
• SELEX ES (Leonardo U.S. Cyber and Security Solutions, LLC)
• Tattile s.r.l.
• Siemens
• VAXTOR TECHNOLOGIES
• NDI Recognition System
• Efkon
• Omniq Corp
• Intellivision
• Smart Parking Inc.
• Siemens AG
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting And Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs) 

Key Market Developments

• In December 2024, London Stansted Airport is set to introduce an Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) system. This new barrier-free system will allow drivers to drop off passengers without needing to stop and pay at a barrier, similar to the technology used at the Dartford Crossing.

• In August 2024, Jenoptik's VECTOR SR system installed a sophisticated solution for speed enforcement. It combines a high-resolution camera, Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) technology, and radar sensors to accurately capture and document traffic violations. This system helps improve road safety by monitoring and enforcing speed limits, especially in accident-prone areas.

• In September 2024, Dunedin City Council introduced Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras in police car parks. The goal is to enforce parking restrictions more effectively by monitoring parking areas and reporting on occupancy, duration, and turnover. This system will help ensure that parking regulations are adhered to and improve overall parking management in the city.

Market Segment

• This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2023 to 2033. Spherical Insights has segmented the global automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) system market into the below-mentioned segments: 

Global Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) System Market, By Type

• Fixed
• Portable

Global Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) System Market, By Component

• Cameras
• Software
• Frame Grabbers
• Triggers

Global Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) System Market, By Application

• Law Enforcement
• Traffic Management
• Toll Collection
• Others

Global Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) System Market, By Regional

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Qatar
  • South Africa
  • Rest of the Middle East & Africa