Global Coastal Surveillance Market is valued at approximately USD 13.13 billion in 2024 and is expected to grow at a robust CAGR of 7.62% over the forecast period 2025-2035. Coastal surveillance has become a mission-critical domain for nations striving to safeguard maritime interests, defend territorial integrity, and neutralize emerging asymmetric threats. It encompasses a sophisticated integration of command & control centers, intelligence infrastructure, reconnaissance platforms, and electronic warfare systems — all deployed along strategic coastal frontiers. As transnational threats evolve and maritime traffic intensifies, governments and naval agencies across the globe are actively channeling capital into next-generation surveillance ecosystems designed to counter illegal fishing, smuggling, piracy, and potential acts of maritime terrorism.
The continuous technological evolution in radar systems, satellite imaging, unmanned maritime vehicles, and integrated communication platforms has intensified the transformation of coastal surveillance. The expanding geopolitical complexities surrounding maritime borders have further accentuated the need for resilient coastal command frameworks. Moreover, the deployment of moderate and large-scale coastal surveillance systems is being accelerated by increasing investments from defense ministries to modernize legacy infrastructures and achieve real-time situational awareness. However, despite rapid adoption, the market still contends with constraints such as interoperability issues across defense networks, high initial capital outlay, and a growing dependence on cyber-vulnerable assets, all of which demand strategic attention.
Regionally, North America leads the charge in coastal surveillance adoption, attributed to substantial U.S. defense budgets, early technological adoption, and the nation's imperative to guard extensive coastlines and shipping lanes. Europe follows with focused investments driven by EU maritime policies and rising border security concerns in the Mediterranean and Baltic regions. Meanwhile, Asia Pacific is poised for the most accelerated growth, fueled by the strategic Indo-Pacific tensions and maritime territorial disputes. Nations like India, China, South Korea, and Japan are significantly scaling their coastal defense mechanisms through both indigenized programs and international procurement partnerships, underlining a future shaped by tech-integrated maritime dominance.
Major market player included in this report are:
• Raytheon Technologies Corporation
• Saab AB
• Elbit Systems Ltd.
• Lockheed Martin Corporation
• Northrop Grumman Corporation
• Thales Group
• Terma A/S
• BAE Systems plc
• Bharat Electronics Limited
• Indra Sistemas S.A.
• Leonardo S.p.A.
• Airbus SE
• General Dynamics Corporation
• Kongsberg Gruppen
• Rolta India Limited
Global Coastal Surveillance Market Report Scope:
• Historical Data – 2023, 2024
• Base Year for Estimation – 2024
• Forecast period – 2025–2035
• Report Coverage – Revenue forecast, Company Ranking, Competitive Landscape, Growth factors, and Trends
• Regional Scope – North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa
The objective of the study is to define market sizes of different segments & countries in recent years and to forecast the values for the coming years. The report is designed to incorporate both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the industry within the countries involved in the study. The report also provides detailed information about crucial aspects, such as driving factors and challenges, which will define the future growth of the market. Additionally, it incorporates potential opportunities in micro-markets for stakeholders to invest, along with a detailed analysis of the competitive landscape and product offerings of key players.
The detailed segments and sub-segments of the market are explained below:
By Component:
• Command & Control
• Intelligence
• Reconnaissance
• Electronic Warfare
By Platform:
• Large Scale Surveillance
• Moderate Scale Surveillance
By Region:
North America
• U.S.
• Canada
Europe
• UK
• Germany
• France
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
• Brazil
• Mexico
Middle East & Africa
• UAE
• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East & Africa
Key Takeaways:
• Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2025 to 2035.
• Annualized revenues and regional level analysis for each market segment.
• Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with Country level analysis of major regions.
• Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
• Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
• Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
• Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.
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