Air Traffic Control Equipment Market Trends

Global Air Traffic Control Equipment Market Overview

Air Traffic Control Equipment Market Size was valued at USD 8.92 billion in 2023. The air traffic control equipment market industry is projected to grow from USD 9.37125 Billion in 2024 to USD 13.1863 billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.36% during the forecast period (2024 - 2032).Key market drivers fuel market expansion, including rising spending on aviation, modernizing and building new airports, and adopting cutting-edge communication technology for air traffic control.

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Air Traffic Control Equipment Market Trends

• Rising tourism activities to drive the market growth

It is anticipated that the rising worldwide tourism will drive the air traffic control equipment market. Tourism is relaxing, having fun, and enjoying oneself away from home. Due to its comfort and time-saving features, air travel is the most popular choice. Due to this need, the aircraft industry will increasingly need to manage air traffic. For instance, the World Tourism Organisation, a specialized department of the United Nations, reports that from January to July of 2022, the number of international tourist arrivals climbed by 172% compared to the same period in 2021. Nearly 60% of the pre-pandemic level of the tourism industry had regained. Between January and July 2022, around 474 million tourists traveled abroad, up from 175 million over the same period in 2021. Therefore, the market CAGR for air traffic control equipment will grow as tourism grows.

Furthermore, growing aviation industry investments have brought in a sizable amount of money for the worldwide economy. The developments in data processing and transmission technologies have caught the attention of international suppliers of air traffic control equipment. ATC units are being pushed to continuously improve by aviation sector decision-makers because of the need for safe takeoffs and landings. Additionally, the utilization of cutting-edge air traffic control and management technology is required due to the presence of several aircraft along the aerial route. Given this situation, it is realistic to predict that the Air Traffic Control Equipment Market will grow quickly in the next years.

Additionally, regarding market expansion, the variety of items that air traffic control equipment corresponds to is crucial. Several authorities have recommended using airport surveillance systems, law enforcement gear, and broadcast equipment in the aviation sector. The authorities in charge of air traffic control must also provide adequate staff training. The overall amount of revenues in the air traffic control equipment market is anticipated to surge. Thus, driving the air traffic control equipment market revenue.

Air Traffic Control Equipment Market Segment Insights

Air Traffic Control Equipment Equipment Type Insights

The Air Traffic Control Equipment Market segmentation, based on type, includes Communications Equipment, Navigation Equipment and Surveillance Equipment. The communications equipment segment dominated the market. Over the anticipated timeframe, increasing demand for air traffic control optimization and developing a framework for managing unmanned aircraft vehicles will help increase the market for communication-related air traffic control equipment.

Figure 1: Air Traffic Control Equipment Market, by Equipment Type, 2022 & 2032 (USD billion)

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Air Traffic Control Equipment End-User Insights

The Air Traffic Control Equipment Market segmentation, based on end-user, includes Commercial and Military. The commercial category generated the most income. Growing expenditures by public and commercial organizations for upgrading airport infrastructure and air traffic control systems indicate a favorable picture for the industry. For instance, the Birmingham International Airport in the UK received roughly USD 650 million in investment in 2018 for a significant terminal transformation and airfield reconfiguration by 2033. The market will soon see more demand thanks to this investment. The market is being driven globally by increasing investments and technological advances.

Air Traffic Control Equipment Regional Insights

By Region, the study provides market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of the World. The North American air traffic control equipment market area will dominate this market. The increasing deployment and investments in new technologies like communication, surveillance, and navigation systems present a significant growth opportunity for the sector. The region's growing airport traffic is also significantly impacting the industry's revenue.

Further, the major countries studied in the market report are The U.S., Canada, German, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil.

Figure 2: AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL EQUIPMENT MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2022 (%)

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The Asia-Pacific Air traffic control equipment Market is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2023 to 2032. As a result of an increase in air passenger traffic, the market in Asia and the Pacific is rapidly growing. Additionally, significant investments in airport upgrades and the creation of new regional airports have contributed to the exponential growth of this region. Moreover, China’s air traffic control equipment market held the largest market share, and the Indian air traffic control equipment market was the fastest-growing market in the Asia-Pacific region.

Europe air traffic control equipment market accounts for the second-fastest growing market share. The increasing investments in building new airports and refurbishing existing airports result from the increase in passenger traffic. This expansion can be ascribed to several factors, including the relaxation of rules governing air travel, an increase in government spending on infrastructure improvement, a rise in demand for air travel, and ongoing initiatives that will expand the market in this area. Further, the German air traffic control equipment market held the largest market share, and the UK air traffic control equipment market was the fastest growing market in the European region

Air Traffic Control Equipment Key Market Players & Competitive Insights

Leading market players are investing heavily in research and development in order to expand their product lines, which will help the air traffic control equipment market, grow even more. Market participants are also undertaking a variety of strategic activities to expand their global footprint, with important market developments including new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, higher investments, and collaboration with other organizations. To expand and survive in a more competitive and rising market climate, air traffic control equipment industry must offer cost-effective items.

Manufacturing locally to minimize operational costs is one of the key business tactics used by manufacturers in the global air traffic control equipment industry to benefit clients and increase the market sector. In recent years, the air traffic control equipment industry has offered some of the most significant advantages to medicine. Major players in the air traffic control equipment market are attempting to increase market demand by investing in research and development operations are Harris Corporation (US), BAE Systems PLC (UK), Cobham (UK),  Indra Sistemas (Spain),  Thales Group (France), ADB Safegate (US), Searidge Technologies (Canada), Raytheon Company (US), Aeronav Inc (Canada), and Aquila Air Traffic Management Services (UK).

Thales Group, a French multinational corporation, develops, manufactures, and designs electrical systems, tools, and equipment for aerospace, military, transportation, and security. The business hub of Paris, La Défense, is where the corporation is headquartered. In March 2021, the Thales Group produced the RSM NG surveillance radar to aid in air traffic management (ATM). The radar's ability to track about 2,000 flights and send 64 simultaneous data outputs to various air traffic control centers (ATCC) demonstrates its performance in the market.

The aerospace and defense industries can get their technology needs met by Raytheon Technologies Corp. Engine control systems, power generation management and distribution systems, flight systems, and commercial, general aviation, and military aircraft engines are all included in the company's product line. The business offers fleet management and aftermarket maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. In January 2020, the Federal Aviation Administration, which oversees civil aviation in the United States, and Raytheon Technologies Corporation collaborated to develop the air traffic terminal automation system, enhance usability, and lower operational costs for the standard terminal automation replacement (STAR) system.

Key Companies in the air traffic control equipment market include

• Harris Corporation (US)


• BAE Systems PLC (UK) 


• Cobham (UK)


• Indra Sistemas (Spain)


• Thales Group (France)


• ADB Safegate (US)


• Searidge Technologies (Canada)


• Raytheon Company (US)


• Aeronav Inc (Canada)


• Aquila Air Traffic Management Services (UK)

Air Traffic Control Equipment Industry Developments

March 2022 The Direction Générale de l'Armement (DGA) selected Indra's air traffic management and radar system at three airbases on behalf of the French Ministry of Defence (MoD). The equipment's installation will improve base air operations' efficiency and raise safety. Modern digital technologies are included in Indra's PSR 2D S-band solid-state radar. It creates one of the best systems for controlling, monitoring, detecting, and automating military airbases when used in conjunction with the company's air traffic automation system.

February 2021 With a purchase price of USD 20.1 million, Frequentis AG, a global provider of communication and information solutions for safety-critical applications, announced the acquisition of L3Harris Technologies' ATM voice communications and arrival management product business.

Air Traffic Control Equipment Market Segmentation

Air Traffic Control Equipment Equipment Type Outlook (USD Billion, 2019-2032)

• Communications Equipment


• Navigation Equipment


• Surveillance Equipment

Air Traffic Control Equipment End-User Outlook (USD Billion, 2019-2032)

• Commercial


• Military

Air Traffic Control Equipment Regional Outlook (USD Billion, 2019-2032)

• North America
  
  
  
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• Europe
  
  
  
  • Germany
  
  
  • France
  
  
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  • Italy
  
  
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• Asia-Pacific
  
  
  
  • China
  
  
  • Japan
  
  
  • India
  
  
  • Australia
  
  
  • South Korea
  
  
  • Australia
  
  
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• Rest of the World
  
  
  
  • Middle East
  
  
  • Africa
  
  
  • Latin America