Global Underwater Acoustic Communication Market Insights Forecasts to 2032

• The Global Underwater Acoustic Communication Market Size was valued at USD 1.9 billion in 2022.
• The Market is growing at a CAGR of 11.8% from 2022 to 2032.
• The Worldwide Underwater Acoustic Communication Market size is expected to reach USD 5.8 billion by 2032.
• Asia Pacific is expected to grow the fastest during the forecast period.

 

 

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The Global Underwater Acoustic Communication Market Size is expected to reach USD 5.8 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 11.8% during the forecast period 2022 to 2032.

 

Market Overview

A technology called underwater acoustic communication makes use of sound waves to transmit messages. Acoustic waves are often transmitted in the frequency spectrum between 10 Hz and 1 MHz for underwater acoustic communication. The most popular way to conduct such discussions, out of the many options available, is through the use of headphones. The global underwater acoustic communication market is anticipated to expand during the forecast period as a result of rising environmental consciousness, expanding usage of acoustic navigation for underwater locating, and widespread deployment of underwater acoustic modems in naval defense. The increasing adoption of underwater acoustic communication for exploration, security, and surveillance by various end-users is one of the major factors driving the market. Nations like the USA and Canada are progressively using underwater acoustic communication systems for navy and security reasons in unmanned underwater vehicles as a result of the growth in threats to national security. Further research and development is anticipated to help resolve the problems with underwater communication.

 

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the global underwater acoustic communication market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyses trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the global underwater acoustic communication 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 underwater acoustic communication market. Technological innovation and advancement will further optimize the performance of the product, enabling it to acquire a wider range of applications in the downstream market.

 

Driving Factors

The growing need for safe and reliable communication among end users in the defense and homeland security sector is driving the market for underwater acoustic communication. A significant aspect influencing the market's expansion is the increase in the use of underwater acoustic modems in naval defense. Demand for underwater acoustic communication technology is increasing as more autonomous underwater vehicles are being added, coupled with newly developed sensors that offer options for surveillance and danger detection. In addition, the market for underwater acoustic communication will benefit from the expansion of undersea exploration projects and rising environmental protection needs. Also, Technologies for underwater audio communication are developing as a result of new methods being developed and access to a large amount of underwater data. Significant money is being given for the collection of in-water data in developed nations like the US and Europe. Another market-driving factor is the rise in environmental awareness and the appreciably increased efforts made to protect and maintain the environment. Moreover, the level of pollutants in the water is measured using these acoustic sensors. They are also used to check water quality and forecast weather. These factors are anticipated to advance the sector and act as its key drivers.

 

Restraining Factors

Underwater wireless sensor networks (UWSNs) transmit data at a pace that is around 200,000 times slower than terrestrial wireless sensor networks (TWSNs). While UWSN acoustic channels can only move at a speed of around 1500 m/s, TWSN radio channels may move at a speed of 300,000,000 m/s. Therefore, ensuring restricted end-to-end latency in underwater communication would be difficult. However, it is projected that market development would be restrained by the slow transmission and delayed delivery caused by the slower speed of sound in water. In comparison, water has a lower sound speed. Complications like delayed delivery, data loss owing to geometric spreading, signal absorption, etc. come from this. These elements may hinder the flow of information, which would constrain the market. Additionally, underwater conditions may have an impact on bandwidth. These elements are believed to inhibit growth.

 

Market Segmentation

• In 2022 the acoustic modem segment is influencing the largest market share during the forecast period.

Based on the interface platform, the global underwater acoustic communication market is segmented into sensor interface and acoustic modem. Among these segments, the acoustic modem segment is dominating the market with the largest revenue share during the forecast period. The growth of the acoustic modem sector is anticipated to be driven by the increasing significance of underwater acoustic modems in naval defense to support communication systems. These systems are employed in tasks including remote underwater monitoring, command and control, diver communication, and submarine communication. Developed nations are concentrating on building up their naval defense capabilities and are actively utilizing unmanned underwater vehicles for communication and navigational purposes.

 

• In 2022, the environmental monitoring segment is dominating the largest market growth over the forecast period.

Based on application, the global underwater acoustic communication market is bifurcated into different segments such as environmental monitoring, pollution monitoring, hydrography, and oceanography. Throughout these segments, the environmental monitoring segment is dominating the market, due to It is mostly used to evaluate and track the impacts of near-shore infrastructure development and construction on the surrounding ecosystem and the marine life below the surface.

 

• In 2022, the medium water segment is leading the market with the largest market growth during the forecast period.

Based on the communication depth, the global underwater acoustic communication market is segmented into shallow water, medium water, and long water full ocean. Among these segments, the medium water segment is dominating the market with the largest revenue share during the forecast period due to new requirements for efficient monitoring and secure process control systems emerging as a result of rising environmental consciousness among the general public and businesses. Sonardyne's Modem 6 Sub-Mini is a small, lightweight acoustic modem that can transmit data from a range of sensors, including current profilers, temperatures, depth, and custom instrumentation. An omnidirectional transducer designed for horizontal and underwater communication at medium water depth is part of the type 8377-1111 acoustic modem's 1000 m depth rating.

 

• In 2022, the scientific research & development segment is dominating the largest market growth over the forecast period.

Based on the end users, the global underwater acoustic communication market is segmented into oil & gas, military & defense, homeland security, scientific research & development, and marine. Throughout these segments, the scientific research & development segment is dominating the market. Seawater environment and underwater acoustic channel complexity have an impact on underwater acoustic communication. Scientific research and development are constantly required because underwater acoustic transmission is so important to the marine survey. The advancement of underwater acoustic communication technology is highly valued by many nations, and they continue to find solutions to the challenges posed by underwater communication issues.

 

Regional Segment Analysis of the underwater acoustic communication 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 dominates the market with the largest market revenue during the forecast period

 

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North America is influencing the significant market growth during the forecast period due to Unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs) being used by the US for a variety of defense missions, including anti-submarine warfare, security, and surveillance, in response to growing security concerns in these nations. Because of this, market expansion in North America can be fueled by UUVs' expanding usefulness in both the defense and commercial sectors. Moreover, Underwater communication devices can be used by government personnel to monitor the environment. It is feasible to assess the behavior of oil and gas companies regarding their environmental effect. Utilizing these technologies allows companies to keep an eye on environmental pollution and take action to reduce it. Climate change can also be recognized.

 

Asia-Pacific is expected the second-largest growing region during the forecast period

Asia-Pacific is expected the second largest-growing region during the forecast period. The region's growth might be due to continuous geopolitical conflicts between nearby nations over control of unexplored fishing grounds and mineral-rich seafloor regions. Additionally, disagreements between neighboring countries over the sovereignty of islands are encouraging investments in underwater communication infrastructure.

 

Competitive Analysis

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the global underwater acoustic communication 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

• KONGSBERG
• Ultra
• EvoLogics GmbH
• Hydroacoustics, Inc.
• Gavial Holdings
• Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
• UniEnergy Technologies.
• Thales Group
• Mistral Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
• Proserv UK Ltd.
• RTSYS
• Subnero Pte. Ltd.
• JPAnalytics
• SEAGNAL SAS
• Aquatec Group Ltd.
• BaltRobotics
• Nortek AS

 

Key Target Audience

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

 

Recent Development

• In January 2023, The Commonwealth of Australia and KONGSBERG had a contract for the purchase of a naval strike missile and related equipment. Providing the Royal Australian Navy with a modern, dependable, and long-lasting precision strike missile capability, is a key step. To accomplish this deal, the Commonwealth will collaborate closely with an Australian company and Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace.
• In January 2023, known for offering cost-effective subscription-based gear and software for digital maritime navigation, Teledyne Technologies recently purchased chart world International Limited and its affiliates. Through the purchase, its clientele will now include commercial fleet operators, and its software capabilities and recurring income will both be improved.
• In March 2022, Sonardyne introduced Deck Topside, which can acoustically test, load, interrogate, and trigger the acoustic release transponders as well as initiation transponder 6 (IT 6).

 

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2022 to 2032. Spherical Insights has segmented the Global Underwater Acoustic Communication Market based on the below-mentioned segments:

 

Global Underwater Acoustic Communication Market, By Interface Platform

• Sensor Interface
• Acoustic Modem

 

Global Underwater Acoustic Communication Market, By Application

• Environmental Monitoring
• Pollution Monitoring
• Hydrography
• Oceanography

 

Global Underwater Acoustic Communication Market, By Communication Depth

• Shallow Water
• Medium Water
• Long Water Full Ocean

 

Global Underwater Acoustic Communication Market, By End User

• Oil & Gas
• Military & Defense
• Homeland Security
• Scientific Research & Development
• Marine

 

Underwater Acoustic Communication Market, By Regional Analysis

• 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