Global GPS Sonobuoy Supply, Demand and Key Producers, 2026-2032
Description
The global GPS Sonobuoy market size is expected to reach $ 1291 million by 2032, rising at a market growth of 10.4% CAGR during the forecast period (2026-2032).
GPS sonobuoy or GPS intelligent buoy (GIB) are a type of inverted long-baseline (LBL) acoustic positioning devices where the transducers are installed on GPS-equipped sonobuoys that are either drifting or moored. GIBs may be used in conjunction with an active underwater device (such as a pinger equipped torpedo), or with a passive acoustic sound source (such as an inert bomb striking the surface of the water).
Typically, the sound source or impact event is tracked or localized using a time of arrival (TOA) technique. Typically, several GIBs are deployed over a given area of operation; with the total number determined by the size of the test area and the accuracy of the results desired. Different methods of GPS positioning may be used for positioning the array of GIBs, with accuracies of cm to meter level in realtime possible.
Use machine learning algorithms to analyze sonar data in real time, automatically identify target types (such as ships and marine life), and reduce human intervention.
MEMS (micro-electromechanical system) technology is used to reduce the size, making it easier to airdrop or covertly deploy. Renewable energy sources such as solar energy and wave energy are combined with high-efficiency batteries to extend the deployment time (up to several months).
Low probability of intercept (LPI) technology, encrypted communication and frequency hopping technology prevent signals from being detected or interfered.
The civilian field has expanded to include fishery resource surveys, submarine pipeline monitoring, search and rescue, etc., driving cost reduction and technical standardization.
Driven by military needs. Anti-submarine warfare (ASW) upgrades and advances in modern submarine silent technology (such as AIP submarines and nuclear submarines) have forced countries to improve their detection capabilities, and GPS sonar buoys have become a key means of wide-area monitoring. The U.S. military's "mosaic warfare" and other concepts emphasize flexible networking, and buoys can be integrated into system operations as low-cost sensor nodes. Regional security competition and the competition for strategic waters such as the South China Sea and the Arctic have accelerated the deployment of underwater monitoring systems.
Marine economy and resource development. Deep-sea oil and gas field development requires high-precision seabed topography mapping and pipeline monitoring. Demand for offshore wind power, monitoring of the marine environment around wind farms and the safety of underwater facilities.
Supported by technological progress. Miniaturized sensors and MEMS technology reduce the size and power consumption of buoys. Breakthroughs in communication technology, 5G and low-orbit satellites (such as Starlink) enable real-time big data transmission. AI and edge computing improve target recognition efficiency and reduce the burden of manual analysis.
This report studies the global GPS Sonobuoy production, demand, key manufacturers, and key regions.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis of the world market for GPS Sonobuoy and provides market size (US$ million) and Year-over-Year (YoY) Growth, considering 2025 as the base year. This report explores demand trends and competition, as well as details the characteristics of GPS Sonobuoy that contribute to its increasing demand across many markets.
Highlights and key features of the study
Global GPS Sonobuoy total production and demand, 2021-2032, (K Units)
Global GPS Sonobuoy total production value, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
Global GPS Sonobuoy production by region & country, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K Units), (based on production site)
Global GPS Sonobuoy consumption by region & country, CAGR, 2021-2032 & (K Units)
U.S. VS China: GPS Sonobuoy domestic production, consumption, key domestic manufacturers and share
Global GPS Sonobuoy production by manufacturer, production, price, value and market share 2021-2026, (USD Million) & (K Units)
Global GPS Sonobuoy production by Type, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K Units)
Global GPS Sonobuoy production by Application, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K Units)
This report profiles key players in the global GPS Sonobuoy market based on the following parameters - company overview, production, value, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Lockheed Martin, Ultra Maritime, Thales, Sparton(Elbit Systems), ACSA(ALCEN), etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the World GPS Sonobuoy market
Detailed Segmentation:
Each section contains quantitative market data including market by value (US$ Millions), volume (production, consumption) & (K Units) and average price (US$/Unit) by manufacturer, by Type, and by Application. Data is given for the years 2021-2032 by year with 2025 as the base year, 2026 as the estimate year, and 2027-2032 as the forecast year.
Global GPS Sonobuoy Market, By Region:
United States
China
Europe
Japan
South Korea
ASEAN
India
Rest of World
Global GPS Sonobuoy Market, Segmentation by Type:
Active Sonobuoy
Passive Sonobuoy
Special Purpose Sonobuoy
Global GPS Sonobuoy Market, Segmentation by Application:
Defense and Military
Civil
Companies Profiled:
Lockheed Martin
Ultra Maritime
Thales
Sparton(Elbit Systems)
ACSA(ALCEN)
Key Questions Answered:
1. How big is the global GPS Sonobuoy market?
2. What is the demand of the global GPS Sonobuoy market?
3. What is the year over year growth of the global GPS Sonobuoy market?
4. What is the production and production value of the global GPS Sonobuoy market?
5. Who are the key producers in the global GPS Sonobuoy market?
6. What are the growth factors driving the market demand?
GPS sonobuoy or GPS intelligent buoy (GIB) are a type of inverted long-baseline (LBL) acoustic positioning devices where the transducers are installed on GPS-equipped sonobuoys that are either drifting or moored. GIBs may be used in conjunction with an active underwater device (such as a pinger equipped torpedo), or with a passive acoustic sound source (such as an inert bomb striking the surface of the water).
Typically, the sound source or impact event is tracked or localized using a time of arrival (TOA) technique. Typically, several GIBs are deployed over a given area of operation; with the total number determined by the size of the test area and the accuracy of the results desired. Different methods of GPS positioning may be used for positioning the array of GIBs, with accuracies of cm to meter level in realtime possible.
Use machine learning algorithms to analyze sonar data in real time, automatically identify target types (such as ships and marine life), and reduce human intervention.
MEMS (micro-electromechanical system) technology is used to reduce the size, making it easier to airdrop or covertly deploy. Renewable energy sources such as solar energy and wave energy are combined with high-efficiency batteries to extend the deployment time (up to several months).
Low probability of intercept (LPI) technology, encrypted communication and frequency hopping technology prevent signals from being detected or interfered.
The civilian field has expanded to include fishery resource surveys, submarine pipeline monitoring, search and rescue, etc., driving cost reduction and technical standardization.
Driven by military needs. Anti-submarine warfare (ASW) upgrades and advances in modern submarine silent technology (such as AIP submarines and nuclear submarines) have forced countries to improve their detection capabilities, and GPS sonar buoys have become a key means of wide-area monitoring. The U.S. military's "mosaic warfare" and other concepts emphasize flexible networking, and buoys can be integrated into system operations as low-cost sensor nodes. Regional security competition and the competition for strategic waters such as the South China Sea and the Arctic have accelerated the deployment of underwater monitoring systems.
Marine economy and resource development. Deep-sea oil and gas field development requires high-precision seabed topography mapping and pipeline monitoring. Demand for offshore wind power, monitoring of the marine environment around wind farms and the safety of underwater facilities.
Supported by technological progress. Miniaturized sensors and MEMS technology reduce the size and power consumption of buoys. Breakthroughs in communication technology, 5G and low-orbit satellites (such as Starlink) enable real-time big data transmission. AI and edge computing improve target recognition efficiency and reduce the burden of manual analysis.
This report studies the global GPS Sonobuoy production, demand, key manufacturers, and key regions.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis of the world market for GPS Sonobuoy and provides market size (US$ million) and Year-over-Year (YoY) Growth, considering 2025 as the base year. This report explores demand trends and competition, as well as details the characteristics of GPS Sonobuoy that contribute to its increasing demand across many markets.
Highlights and key features of the study
Global GPS Sonobuoy total production and demand, 2021-2032, (K Units)
Global GPS Sonobuoy total production value, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
Global GPS Sonobuoy production by region & country, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K Units), (based on production site)
Global GPS Sonobuoy consumption by region & country, CAGR, 2021-2032 & (K Units)
U.S. VS China: GPS Sonobuoy domestic production, consumption, key domestic manufacturers and share
Global GPS Sonobuoy production by manufacturer, production, price, value and market share 2021-2026, (USD Million) & (K Units)
Global GPS Sonobuoy production by Type, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K Units)
Global GPS Sonobuoy production by Application, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K Units)
This report profiles key players in the global GPS Sonobuoy market based on the following parameters - company overview, production, value, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Lockheed Martin, Ultra Maritime, Thales, Sparton(Elbit Systems), ACSA(ALCEN), etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the World GPS Sonobuoy market
Detailed Segmentation:
Each section contains quantitative market data including market by value (US$ Millions), volume (production, consumption) & (K Units) and average price (US$/Unit) by manufacturer, by Type, and by Application. Data is given for the years 2021-2032 by year with 2025 as the base year, 2026 as the estimate year, and 2027-2032 as the forecast year.
Global GPS Sonobuoy Market, By Region:
United States
China
Europe
Japan
South Korea
ASEAN
India
Rest of World
Global GPS Sonobuoy Market, Segmentation by Type:
Active Sonobuoy
Passive Sonobuoy
Special Purpose Sonobuoy
Global GPS Sonobuoy Market, Segmentation by Application:
Defense and Military
Civil
Companies Profiled:
Lockheed Martin
Ultra Maritime
Thales
Sparton(Elbit Systems)
ACSA(ALCEN)
Key Questions Answered:
1. How big is the global GPS Sonobuoy market?
2. What is the demand of the global GPS Sonobuoy market?
3. What is the year over year growth of the global GPS Sonobuoy market?
4. What is the production and production value of the global GPS Sonobuoy market?
5. Who are the key producers in the global GPS Sonobuoy market?
6. What are the growth factors driving the market demand?
Table of Contents
81 Pages
- 1 Supply Summary
- 2 Demand Summary
- 3 World Manufacturers Competitive Analysis
- 4 United States VS China VS Rest of the World
- 5 Market Analysis by Type
- 6 Market Analysis by Application
- 7 Company Profiles
- 8 Industry Chain Analysis
- 9 Research Findings and Conclusion
- 10 Appendix
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