Indoor Positioning and Indoor Navigation (IPIN) Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034

The global indoor positioning and indoor navigation (IPIN) market size was approximately USD 21.58 Billion in 2024. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 31.40% between 2025 and 2034, reaching a value of USD 331.14 Billion by 2034.

Key Trends in the Market

An indoor positioning system works like a GPS in indoor settings to facilitate the tracking of individuals and objects in a closed space. It has wide-ranging applications in the manufacturing and healthcare sectors where it is used to manage logistics and improve the tracking and safety of patients. It makes use of infrared rays, radio frequencies, and Wi-Fi access points, among others, to provide accurate location of people and objects.

• One of the significant indoor positioning and indoor navigation (IPIN) market trends includes the growing diversity and inclusivity in workplaces. Organisations h iring a diverse workforce in compliance with legal standards require the installation of indoor positioning systems to ensure that physically handicapped people are navigating the workplace just like other employees and are feeling comfortable working.
• With the expansion of shopping complexes, the demand for indoor positioning systems is expected to grow  in malls and showrooms. For instance, visitors shopping at the Dubai Mall navigate the 12.1 million square feet of space on their smartphones as the building employs an integrated location tracking system, which helps in wayfinding the route to restrooms, shops, and exit points. Such systems are expected to change the way enclosed spaces are perceived and signal a transition to a world aided by virtual reality.
• Decreasing space in urban cities and the rising need for smart housing are favouring the indoor positioning and indoor navigation (IPIN) market growth. For navigating complex buildings, GPS technology falls insufficient as it lacks the precision for indoor mapping. Hence, consumer demand for indoor positioning systems is expected to rise in the forecast period.

Market Segmentation

The EMR’s report titled “Indoor Positioning and Indoor Navigation (IPIN) Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Component

• Software
• Hardware
• Services

Market Breakup by Technology

• Bluetooth Low Energy
• Wi-Fi
• Ultra-Wideband Technology
• Others

Market Breakup by Application

• Location-based Analytics
• Asset and Personal Training
• Navigation and Maps
• Others

Market Breakup by End-Use

• Healthcare
• Manufacturing
• Office Spaces
• Travel and Hospitality
• Retail
• Logistics and Warehouses
• Public Spaces
• Others

Market Breakup by Region

• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Latin America
• Middle East and Africa

Market Share by End-Use

As per the indoor positioning and indoor navigation (IPIN) market analysis, the demand for indoor positioning systems is expected to grow in the healthcare sector in upcoming years. Indoor positioning systems is likely to help medical professionals and patients in tackling emergencies quickly.

Meanwhile, shopping complexes use indoor positioning systems to identify the appeal of their offerings and accordingly place their products. Such systems also help visitors to know about  attractive schemes that a store offers and the minimum purchase price for availing that offer.

Multinational retailers and logistics and warehouse companies are also deploying indoor positioning systems to track employee productivity and accordingly manage roll calls. With the increasing importance of location-based analytics to create an effective workplace, the integration of the technology is rising. Furthermore, such organisations are managing their time and cost better by using indoor navigation devices.

Market Share by Region

North America represents a considerable portion of the indoor positioning and indoor navigation (IPIN) market share as the USA and Canada heavily invest in technologies such as ultra-wideband (UWB) and Wi-Fi. Moreover, the adoption of indoor positioning systems has become increasingly common across various industries, like retail, healthcare, and logistics, among others, in the region.

Meanwhile, in Europe, surging activities of end-users like restaurants, casinos and gaming, and aviation, among others, have led to a rise in the adoption of indoor navigation systems.

Competitive Landscape

The comprehensive EMR report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis. The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the indoor positioning and indoor navigation (IPIN) market, covering their competitive landscape and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, investments, and expansion plans.

HERE Global B.V.

HERE Global B.V. was founded in 1985 and is based in Eindhoven, Netherlands. It is one of the world’s leading location and technology companies, credited with creating the first digital map thirty-five years ago. It is present across 52 countries of the globe and collaborates with automotive companies to change the way the world moves and exists. Its aim is to improve asset utilisation globally with its technology and create better outcomes for its customers while ensuring a lower carbon footprint.

Cisco Systems Inc.

Cisco Systems Inc. is an American company that was founded in San Jose, California in 1984. It is an technology company that operates worldwide to provide computer networking products to different businesses. It is also the leading provider of products for the Internet of Things and location-based technology.

Navigine Corporation

Navigine Corporation, headquartered in New York, the USA, is a global provider of integrated positioning technologies. Its systems are used to enable people to access the route to their desired store. Its mission is to create functional, effective, and affordable location solutions for any environment. It serves a diverse client base, including companies like Minew, Kesko, and Huawei.

Other players operating in the global indoor positioning and indoor navigation (IPIN) market include Apple Inc., Alphabet, Inc. (Google), Nextome srl, Verizon Communications Inc., Pointr Limited, Juniper Networks,Inc., and IndoorAtlas Ltd.,  among  others.