Unmanned Underwater Vehicles Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, 2017-2027 Segmented By Type (Shallow AUVs (up to 100 m), Medium AUVs (up to 1,000m), Large AUVs (more than 1,000m)), By Shape (Torpedo, Laminar Flow Body, Streamlined Rectangular Style, Multi-hull Vehicle), By Application (Collision Avoidance, Communication, Navigation, Propulsion, Imaging), and B

Published Date: March - 2025 | Publisher: MIR | No of Pages: 280 | Industry: Aerospace and Defense | Format: Report available in PDF / Excel Format

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The Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs) market has been experiencing significant growth due to advancements in technology, increasing defense budgets, and rising demand for ocean exploration and resource extraction. Below is an overview of the market size and key trends as of recent data

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Market Size (2023 and Beyond)

  • 2023The global UUV market size was estimated to be around 2.5billionto2.5billionto3 billion.

  • Projected GrowthThe market is expected to grow at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 12% to 15% from 2023 to 2030.

  • 2030 ProjectionThe market is anticipated to reach 6billionto6billionto8 billion by 2030.

  • Key Drivers of Growth

  • Defense and Military Applications

    • Increasing use of UUVs for mine countermeasures, surveillance, and reconnaissance.

    • Rising investments in autonomous underwater systems by navies worldwide.

  • Oil and Gas Industry

    • Growing demand for UUVs in underwater inspection, maintenance, and repair of offshore oil and gas infrastructure.

  • Scientific Research and Exploration

    • Expanding use of UUVs for oceanographic research, environmental monitoring, and deep-sea exploration.

  • Technological Advancements

    • Improvements in battery life, autonomy, and sensor technologies.

    • Integration of AI and machine learning for enhanced navigation and data analysis.

  • Commercial Applications

    • Increasing use in underwater construction, pipeline inspection, and aquaculture

    • Market Segmentation

    • By Type

      • Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs)Widely used in commercial and industrial applications.

      • Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs)Gaining traction in defense and scientific research.

    • By Application

      • Defense

      • Oil & Gas

      • Scientific Research

      • Commercial Exploration

      • Environmental Monitoring

    • Key Players

    • Major Companies

      • Lockheed Martin Corporation

      • General Dynamics Corporation

      • Saab AB

      • Kongsberg Gruppen

      • Teledyne Technologies Incorporated

      • Oceaneering International

      • Bluefin Robotics (General Dynamics)

      • L3Harris Technologies

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    • By Region

      • North AmericaLargest market due to high defense spending and technological advancements.

      • EuropeSignificant growth driven by offshore oil and gas activities.

      • Asia-PacificFastest-growing region due to increasing defense budgets and ocean exploration initiatives.

      • Rest of the WorldSteady growth in regions like the Middle East and Africa.

Technological Advancements Expected to Drive the Market Growth

Unmanned underwater vehicle industry stakeholders are in the process of enhancing the battery duration, autonomy, and manipulation capacity to drive sales in the commercial market. They have an average battery life of less than 24 hours, and when it is necessary for them to work in deep water, thrusters use most of the power. The small capacity of unmanned underwater vehicles necessitates the demand for human intervention to charge them. The emergence of autonomous underwater vehicles that facilitates the utilization of nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries is likely to enhance market growth. They have a slower rate of degradation and fewer leakage opportunities during accidents, making them a better option than lithium-ion batteries. Growing applications of nickel-metal hydride in high-speed unmanned underwater vehicles are likely to enhance the market demand worldwide. The onboard sensors employed in unmanned underwater vehicles, combined with technological innovations, can reduce the rate of power consumption of the electronic devices employed in unmanned underwater vehicles. Technologies are designed that have the capability to charge autonomous underwater vehicles underwater. UUV is combined with navigation, communication, and imaging technologies, and these can offer high-resolution seafloor mapping in the deep ocean. Market players are investing heavily in high-end investments for the research and development processes and discovering superior technologies that can provide their data collection capability and longevity and stabilize their stable sonar resolution. Thus, the combination of the superior technologies in unmanned underwater vehicles and the continued technological advancements are likely to support the global unmanned underwater vehicles market growth during the next five years.

Concerns regarding Maritime Security and Naval Security Support the High Market Demand

Maritime privacy and maritime security issues are dangers to the international shipping sector that can be a threat to human life and lead to economic losses. Port security, migrant smuggling, and drug smuggling are some of the regular operations that are negatively impacting maritime security. Anxious authorities are turning to the utilization of unmanned underwater vehicles to enhance maritime security and counter such threats through intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) operations. Unmanned underwater vehicles are also referred to as underwater drones, underwater robots, and underwater submarines. For subsea operations, unmanned underwater vehicles are increasingly being utilized by the military, navy, and coastal security forces for various purposes, such as anti-submarine warfare, inspection/identification, and mine countermeasures. The increasing demand for unmanned underwater vehicles in the United States, Canada, and China is likely to drive the market growth during the forecast period.

Market Segmentation

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In terms of country, the United States is anticipated to hold a significant market share in the forecast period due to high defense expenditure to build a strong naval fleet in the country.

Market Players

SAAB Seaeye, Lockheed Martin Corporation, Kongsberg Gruppen, Teledyne Technologies, Oceaneering International Inc., BAE Systems, Bluefin Robotics, International Submarine Engineering, Atlas Elektronik, Boston Engineering Corporation, are the major market players operating in the global unmanned underwater vehicles market.

Attribute

Details

Base Year

2021

Historic Data

2017 – 2020

Estimated Year

2022

Forecast Period

2023 – 2027

Quantitative Units

Revenue in USD Million, and CAGR for 2017-2021 and 2022-2027

Report coverage

Revenue forecast, company share, competitive landscape, growth factors, and trends

Segments covered

·         Type

·         Shape

·         Application

Regional scope

North America; Asia Pacific; Europe & CIS; South America; Middle East & Africa

Country scope

United States; Canada; Mexico; China, India, Japan, Thailand, Indonesia, Australia, South Korea; Germany, France, United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, Netherlands, Russia, Poland; Brazil, Argentina; Saudi Arabia, Iran, Israel, UAE, Turkey

Key companies profiled

SAAB Seaeye, Lockheed Martin Corporation, Kongsberg Gruppen, Teledyne Technologies , Oceaneering International Inc., BAE Systems , Bluefin Robotics, International Submarine Engineering, Atlas Elektronik, Boston Engineering Corporation

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Table of Content

Here’s a Table of Contents (TOC) for a report on the Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUV) Market:

Table of Contents

  1. Executive Summary

    • Market Overview
    • Key Findings
    • Market Size and Growth Projections

  2. Introduction

    • Definition and Scope
    • Research Methodology
    • Market Dynamics Overview

  3. Market Dynamics

    • Drivers
    • Restraints
    • Opportunities
    • Challenges

  4. Market Segmentation

    • By Type
      • Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs)
      • Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs)
    • By Application
      • Defense & Security
      • Commercial (Oil & Gas, Research, Survey)
      • Scientific Research
    • By Propulsion System
      • Electric System
      • Mechanical System
      • Hybrid System
    • By Depth Capability
      • Shallow
      • Medium
      • Deepwater

  5. Regional Analysis

    • North America
    • Europe
    • Asia-Pacific
    • Latin America
    • Middle East & Africa

  6. Competitive Landscape

    • Key Market Players
    • Recent Developments
    • Mergers & Acquisitions
    • Strategic Partnerships

  7. Technology Trends

    • AI and Machine Learning in UUVs
    • Advanced Sonar and Sensor Technologies
    • Energy-Efficient Propulsion Systems

  8. Regulatory Landscape

    • Government Policies and Regulations
    • Industry Standards and Compliance

  9. Market Forecast and Future Outlook

    • Growth Projections (2024-2030)
    • Emerging Market Opportunities

  10. Conclusion & Recommendations

    • Key Takeaways
    • Strategic Recommendations

  11. Appendix

    • Research Methodology
    • Glossary of Terms
    • References

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