Coastal Surveillance Radar Market Report by Trends, Drivers, and Challenges - 2025

The global coastal surveillance radar market is projected to expand significantly, reaching approximately US$ 1,237.9 million by 2025, up from US$ 775.7 million in 2017, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. This growth is primarily driven by a variety of factors, notably the rising occurrences of maritime conflicts, piracy, and the trafficking of drugs and humans via waterways. Water bodies have long served as vital conduits for international trade; however, security concerns have escalated over time. Consequently, there has been a notable increase in illicit activities on these waters, as smugglers exploit the relative ease of operating in such environments. This situation has led to a surge in the installation of coastal surveillance radar systems by naval agencies and coast guards, which is expected to further propel market growth.

As nations seek to assert greater control over maritime resources, including underwater oil reserves and other offshore assets, traditional geopolitical tensions are intensifying. This has resulted in a heightened emphasis on the need for continuous and effective maritime surveillance. A prominent example of this is the ongoing territorial disputes involving China and its neighboring countries in the South China Sea and the Pacific Ocean, which is significantly boosting the demand for coastal surveillance radar systems in Southeast Asia. Countries in this region are particularly focused on enhancing their naval capabilities to address both surface and underwater threats.

Major naval forces, particularly those of China and India, are prioritizing the advancement of sophisticated SONAR (Sound Navigation and Ranging) technologies. However, there is also a substantial increase in the demand for coastal surveillance radars to monitor illegal activities within their maritime boundaries effectively. Given that China and India possess extensive coastlines compared to many other nations, both governments are making concerted efforts to secure their respective maritime borders. In light of past terrorist incidents in India that occurred via ocean routes, the Indian Ministry of Defense is continuously enhancing surveillance measures along its coastlines.

The global coastal surveillance radar market can be categorized based on type, platform, and end-user. In terms of type, the market is divided into X-band, S-band, X-band and S-band, and Others. Regarding platforms, the coastal surveillance radar market is segmented into shipborne, land-based, and airborne systems. The end-user segment comprises the primary users of these radar systems, which include ports, harbors, the oil and gas industry, and various maritime protection agencies worldwide.

The overall size of the coastal surveillance radar market has been determined through a combination of primary and secondary research methods. The research process begins with comprehensive secondary research, utilizing both internal and external sources to gather qualitative and quantitative data pertinent to the coastal surveillance radar market. This research also encompasses an overview and forecast of the global coastal surveillance radar market, segmented by five major regions: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Africa, and South America. Additionally, primary interviews are conducted with industry participants and experts to validate the data and analysis. Participants typically include industry professionals such as VPs, business development managers, market intelligence managers, and national sales managers, as well as external consultants like valuation experts, research analysts, and key opinion leaders specializing in the coastal surveillance radar sector.