ソノブイの市場レポート：機能、技術、設置、サイズ、範囲、用途、地域別、2025～2033年

ソノブイの世界市場規模は2024年に5億2,230万米ドルに達しました。今後、IMARC Groupは、2033年には8億2,150万米ドルに達し、2025年から2033年にかけて4.90%の成長率（CAGR）を示すと予測しています。各国による海軍艦隊の世界の拡大と近代化、環境意識と規制の高まり、防衛機関、研究機関、業界関係者間の協力関係の高まり、地政学的ダイナミクスの変化などが市場を推進する主な要因となっています。

ソノブイ市場動向：

軍事費の増加

軍事費の増加は、市場の成長を促す重要な要因の一つです。例えば、米国Statistaによると、世界の軍事支出は2023年に2兆4,400億米ドルに達し、調査対象期間を通じて最高水準となりました。これに対し、世界の軍事費は2001年に1兆1,000億米ドル、2010年には1兆7,000億米ドルでした。また、ロシア・ウクライナ戦争の影響で、2021年から2022年にかけて、ウクライナの軍事費の対GDP比は3.8％近くから33.5％近くへと大幅に上昇しました。多くの国が防衛予算を増額し、海洋監視と対潜水艦戦（ASW）能力の強化に力を入れています。これには、より広範な海軍近代化努力の一環としての先進的ソノブイの調達も含まれます。これらの要因により、ソノブイの市場シェアは今後数年間で拡大すると予想されます。

海上パトロール活動の拡大

海上パトロール活動の拡大は、ソノブイ市場の成長の重要な促進要因です。例えば、2024年3月、ドイツ海軍は、政府が国連の武器禁輸を監視するためにEU主導のイリニ作戦に参加し続けたため、リビア上空の海上パトロール監視を拡大した。各国が排他的経済水域（EEZ）や戦略的海上航路など、より広い範囲をカバーするために海上パトロール活動を拡大するにつれて、ソノブイのような高度な監視ツールの需要が高まっています。ソノブイは包括的な監視範囲を提供し、潜在的な脅威を早期に発見するために不可欠であり、ソノブイ市場価格にプラスの影響を与えます。

技術の進歩

ソナー技術、信号処理、音響センサーの開発により、より洗練された効果的なソノブイが開発されています。データ分析の改善、より長距離の探知、より優れた環境適応性などのイノベーションが市場成長を促進しています。例えば、2024年6月、タレスはATL 2海上哨戒機からSonoFlashソノブイをテストしました。SonoFlashはフランス海軍の対潜水艦戦（ASW）要件に合わせて設計された新世代のAサイズソノブイです。SonoFlashは、ハイパワー送信機とパッシブ低周波指向性受信機を1つの音響ブイに統合することで、アクティブモードとパッシブモードを提供します。これらの要因は、ソノブイ市場予測にさらにプラスの影響を与えています。

目次

第1章 序文

第2章 調査範囲と調査手法

• 調査の目的
• ステークホルダー
• データソース
  • 一次情報
  • 二次情報
• 市場推定
  • ボトムアップアプローチ
  • トップダウンアプローチ
• 調査手法

第3章 エグゼクティブサマリー

第4章 イントロダクション

第5章 世界のソノブイ市場

• 市場概要
• 市場実績
• COVID-19の影響
• 市場予測

第6章 市場内訳：機能別

• アクティブ
• パッシブ
• 特別目的

第7章 市場内訳：技術別

• 潜水用ブイ
• 方向コマンドが有効になりました
• データリンク通信
• 方向周波数分析と記録
• 低周波分析と録音
• その他

第8章 市場内訳：設備別

• スプリング
• 空気圧
• フリーフォール
• カートリッジ

第9章 市場内訳：サイズ別

• サイズA
• サイズB
• サイズC
• その他

第10章 市場内訳：範囲別

• 短距離
• 長距離

第11章 市場内訳：用途別

• 防衛用
• 商業用
• その他

第12章 市場内訳：地域別

• 北米
  • 米国
  • カナダ
• アジア太平洋地域
  • 中国
  • 日本
  • インド
  • 韓国
  • オーストラリア
  • インドネシア
  • その他
• 欧州
  • ドイツ
  • フランス
  • 英国
  • イタリア
  • スペイン
  • ロシア
  • その他
• ラテンアメリカ
  • ブラジル
  • メキシコ
  • その他
• 中東・アフリカ

第13章 SWOT分析

第14章 バリューチェーン分析

第15章 ポーターのファイブフォース分析

第16章 価格分析

第17章 競合情勢

• 市場構造
• 主要企業
• 主要企業のプロファイル
  • General Dynamics Mission Systems
  • Radixon Group Pty Ltd（Robotron PTY Ltd.）
  • Sealandaire Technologies Inc.
  • Sparton Corporation
  • Tata Advanced Systems
  • Thales Group
  • Ultra Group

List of Figures

• Figure 1: Global: Sonobuoy Market: Major Drivers and Challenges
• Figure 2: Global: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019-2024
• Figure 3: Global: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 4: Global: Sonobuoy Market: Breakup by Function (in %), 2024
• Figure 5: Global: Sonobuoy Market: Breakup by Technology (in %), 2024
• Figure 6: Global: Sonobuoy Market: Breakup by Installation (in %), 2024
• Figure 7: Global: Sonobuoy Market: Breakup by Size (in %), 2024
• Figure 8: Global: Sonobuoy Market: Breakup by Range (in %), 2024
• Figure 9: Global: Sonobuoy Market: Breakup by Application (in %), 2024
• Figure 10: Global: Sonobuoy Market: Breakup by Region (in %), 2024
• Figure 11: Global: Sonobuoy (Active) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 12: Global: Sonobuoy (Active) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 13: Global: Sonobuoy (Passive) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 14: Global: Sonobuoy (Passive) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 15: Global: Sonobuoy (Special Purpose) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 16: Global: Sonobuoy (Special Purpose) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 17: Global: Sonobuoy (Bathythermo Buoy) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 18: Global: Sonobuoy (Bathythermo Buoy) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 19: Global: Sonobuoy (Directional Command Activated) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 20: Global: Sonobuoy (Directional Command Activated) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 21: Global: Sonobuoy (Data Link Communications) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 22: Global: Sonobuoy (Data Link Communications) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 23: Global: Sonobuoy (Directional Frequency Analysis and Recording) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 24: Global: Sonobuoy (Directional Frequency Analysis and Recording) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 25: Global: Sonobuoy (Low Frequency Analysis and Recording) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 26: Global: Sonobuoy (Low Frequency Analysis and Recording) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 27: Global: Sonobuoy (Other Technologies) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 28: Global: Sonobuoy (Other Technologies) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 29: Global: Sonobuoy (Spring) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 30: Global: Sonobuoy (Spring) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 31: Global: Sonobuoy (Pneumatic) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 32: Global: Sonobuoy (Pneumatic) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 33: Global: Sonobuoy (Free-Fall) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 34: Global: Sonobuoy (Free-Fall) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 35: Global: Sonobuoy (Cartridge) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 36: Global: Sonobuoy (Cartridge) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 37: Global: Sonobuoy (Size A) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 38: Global: Sonobuoy (Size A) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 39: Global: Sonobuoy (Size B) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 40: Global: Sonobuoy (Size B) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 41: Global: Sonobuoy (Size C) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 42: Global: Sonobuoy (Size C) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 43: Global: Sonobuoy (Other Sizes) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 44: Global: Sonobuoy (Other Sizes) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 45: Global: Sonobuoy (Short Range) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 46: Global: Sonobuoy (Short Range) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 47: Global: Sonobuoy (Long Range) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 48: Global: Sonobuoy (Long Range) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 49: Global: Sonobuoy (Defense) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 50: Global: Sonobuoy (Defense) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 51: Global: Sonobuoy (Commercial) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 52: Global: Sonobuoy (Commercial) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 53: Global: Sonobuoy (Other Applications) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 54: Global: Sonobuoy (Other Applications) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 55: North America: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 56: North America: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 57: United States: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 58: United States: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 59: Canada: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 60: Canada: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 61: Asia Pacific: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 62: Asia Pacific: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 63: China: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 64: China: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 65: Japan: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 66: Japan: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 67: India: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 68: India: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 69: South Korea: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 70: South Korea: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 71: Australia: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 72: Australia: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 73: Indonesia: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 74: Indonesia: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 75: Others: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 76: Others: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 77: Europe: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 78: Europe: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 79: Germany: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 80: Germany: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 81: France: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 82: France: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 83: United Kingdom: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 84: United Kingdom: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 85: Italy: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 86: Italy: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 87: Spain: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 88: Spain: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 89: Russia: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 90: Russia: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 91: Others: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 92: Others: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 93: Latin America: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 94: Latin America: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 95: Brazil: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 96: Brazil: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 97: Mexico: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 98: Mexico: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 99: Others: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 100: Others: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 101: Middle East and Africa: Sonobuoy Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 102: Middle East and Africa: Sonobuoy Market: Breakup by Country (in %), 2024
• Figure 103: Middle East and Africa: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 104: Global: Sonobuoy Industry: SWOT Analysis
• Figure 105: Global: Sonobuoy Industry: Value Chain Analysis
• Figure 106: Global: Sonobuoy Industry: Porter's Five Forces Analysis

List of Tables

• Table 1: Global: Sonobuoy Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2024 and 2033
• Table 2: Global: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Breakup by Function (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Table 3: Global: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Breakup by Technology (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Table 4: Global: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Breakup by Installation (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Table 5: Global: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Breakup by Size (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Table 6: Global: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Breakup by Range (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Table 7: Global: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Breakup by Application (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Table 8: Global: Sonobuoy Market Forecast: Breakup by Region (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Table 9: Global: Sonobuoy Market: Competitive Structure
• Table 10: Global: Sonobuoy Market: Key Players

The global sonobuoy market size reached USD 522.3 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 821.5 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.90% during 2025-2033. The global expansion and modernization of naval fleets by various countries, growing environmental awareness and regulations, rising collaborations between defense agencies, research institutions, and industry players, and changing geopolitical dynamics are some of the major factors propelling the market.

Sonobuoy Market Trends:

Rising Military Spending

Rising military spending is one of the key factors driving the market's growth. For instance, according to Statista, global military spending reached US$ 2.44 trillion in 2023, the highest level throughout the period under study. In comparison, worldwide military spending was US$ 1.1 trillion in 2001 and US$ 1.7 trillion s in 2010. Also, due to the Russia-Ukraine war, from 2021 to 2022, the ratio of Ukraine's military spending to GDP climbed significantly from nearly 3.8% to almost 33.5%. Many countries are increasing their defense budgets, focusing on enhancing their maritime surveillance and anti-submarine warfare (ASW) capabilities. This includes the procurement of advanced sonobuoys as part of broader naval modernization efforts. These factors are expected to propel the sonobuoy market share in the coming years.

Expanding Maritime Patrol Operations

The expansion of maritime patrol operations is a significant driver of growth in the sonobuoy market. For instance, in March 2024, German Navy extended maritime patrol surveillance over Libya as the government continued to participate in the EU-led operation Irini to monitor the UN arms embargo. As nations expand their maritime patrol operations to cover larger areas, including exclusive economic zones (EEZs) and strategic maritime routes, the demand for advanced surveillance tools like sonobuoys grows. Sonobuoys are essential for providing comprehensive coverage and early detection of potential threats, thereby positively influencing the sonobuoy market price.

Technological Advancements

Advances in sonar technology, signal processing, and acoustic sensors have led to the development of more sophisticated and effective sonobuoys. Innovations such as improved data analytics, longer-range detection, and better environmental adaptability are driving market growth. For instance, in June 2024, Thales tested SonoFlash Sonobuoy from ATL 2 Maritime Patrol Aircraft. SonoFlash is a new-generation A-size sonobuoy designed to suit French Navy anti-submarine warfare (ASW) requirements. SonoFlash provides active and passive modes by combining a high-powered transmitter and a passive low-frequency directional receiver into a single acoustic buoy. These factors further positively influence the sonobuoy market forecast.

Global Sonobuoy Industry Segmentation:

Breakup by Function:

• Active
• Passive
• Special Purpose

Passive dominates the market

Passive function minimizes the risk of revealing the presence to potential targets, as it doesn't emit detectable acoustic signals that can be intercepted. Moreover, passive functions are exceptionally effective in tracking stealthy submarines that operate quietly beneath the ocean's surface. Their ability to pick up faint underwater sounds allows for the precise localization and tracking of submerged threats. Also, they are well-suited for applications beyond military anti-submarine warfare. They find extensive use in scientific research, environmental monitoring, and marine mammal studies. Their non-intrusive listening capabilities enable researchers to study the natural behavior of marine species, monitor oceanographic phenomena, and even conduct passive acoustic monitoring for seismic activities or volcanic eruptions.

Breakup by Technology:

• Bathythermo Buoy
• Directional Command Activated
• Data Link Communications
• Directional Frequency Analysis and Recording
• Low Frequency Analysis and Recording
• Others

Directional frequency analysis and recording dominates the market

Directional frequency analysis and recording (DIFAR) sonobuoys are designed to detect and record underwater sounds with remarkable precision and accuracy. They achieve this through the use of directional hydrophones, which are equipped with multiple sensors that can determine the direction from which sound signals originate. This directional capability is invaluable in anti-submarine warfare, as it allows for precise tracking and localization of submarines and other underwater targets. DIFAR can effectively discern between multiple sound sources, helping operators differentiate between friendly vessels and potential threats. This technology has greatly improved the efficiency of naval operations and contributed to maritime security. Furthermore, DIFAR technology has developed over time, incorporating advanced signal processing techniques and miniaturization of components.

Breakup by Installation:

• Spring
• Pneumatic
• Free-Fall
• Cartridge

Pneumatic dominates the market

Pneumatic deployment is exceptionally versatile and rapid. Aircraft can release multiple sonobuoys simultaneously in a predetermined pattern over a wide area, covering vast expanses of ocean swiftly. Pneumatic launchers on aircraft are capable of deploying various types, allowing for a comprehensive and adaptable approach to underwater surveillance, including passive and active product variants for different mission requirements. Furthermore, pneumatic deployment ensures a safe distance between the deploying aircraft and the sensitive sensors, minimizing the risk of interference or damage during launch. This safety factor is paramount, as they are delicate instruments with highly sensitive hydrophones that require optimal conditions for accurate data collection.

Breakup by Size:

• Size A
• Size B
• Size C
• Others

Size A dominates the market

Size A are the largest in the sonobuoy family, characterized by their robust construction and expanded capabilities. These are typically equipped with advanced sensor arrays, including highly sensitive hydrophones, to detect and record underwater acoustic signals with remarkable precision. Their larger size allows for the integration of more sophisticated electronics and extended power sources, enabling longer operational lifespans and enhanced data collection capabilities. Also, they are commonly employed in anti-submarine warfare (ASW) missions, where their extensive sensor arrays and extended endurance make them ideal for detecting and tracking submarines over extended periods. Size A are often deployed in patterns or networks, creating a comprehensive underwater surveillance network over a wide area, crucial for securing maritime territories.

Breakup by Range:

• Short Range
• Long Range

Long range dominates the market

Long ranges are engineered to detect and monitor underwater sounds and activities across expansive distances in the ocean. They are equipped with advanced hydrophones and powerful signal processing systems that enable them to capture acoustic signals from considerable depths and over extended ranges. This extended range capability is particularly crucial in military applications, where the detection and tracking of submarines and underwater threats across vast maritime areas are paramount. These are often employed in anti-submarine warfare (ASW) operations, where their ability to cover extensive oceanic regions provides a tactical advantage. Long-range product variants are typically deployed from aircraft or ships and can be launched in patterns or networks to create a comprehensive underwater surveillance network.

Breakup by Application:

• Defense
• Commercial
• Others

Defense dominates the market

Sonobuoys play a critical role in naval exercises, joint operations, and strategic deployments. Their versatility allows them to be launched from various platforms, including maritime patrol aircraft, helicopters, and naval vessels, offering flexibility in addressing diverse operational scenarios. Additionally, their real-time data collection and transmission capabilities empower naval operators with crucial acoustic intelligence, enabling quick response to potential threats and ensuring situational awareness. Beyond their role in defense, it also finds applications in search and rescue missions, helping locate and save lives in distress at sea.

Breakup by Region:

• North America
  • United States
  • Canada
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Indonesia
  • Others
• Europe
  • Germany
  • France
  • United Kingdom
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Others
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Others
• Middle East and Africa

North America exhibits a clear dominance, accounting for the largest sonobuoy market share

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada); Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, North America accounted for the largest market share.

North America boasts an extensive and highly advanced defense sector, including naval forces with a robust focus on maritime security. The United States, in particular, maintains a formidable naval presence and invests significantly in anti-submarine warfare capabilities. As sonobuoys are essential tools for naval surveillance and anti-submarine operations, the demand for these devices in North America remains consistently high. Moreover, the region houses numerous leading defense contractors and technology innovators who continually develop cutting-edge technologies. This fosters a competitive environment that drives innovation and ensures that North America product is at the forefront of technological advancements. Additionally, North America's expansive coastline and vast maritime territories necessitate a strong commitment to maritime security, further fueling the demand for the product. For instance, in April 2024, the US Navy's anti-submarine warfare (ASW) experts restocked their supply of modern multistatic air-launched sub-hunting sonobuoys, which work with other sonobuoys to detect, locate, and track enemy submarines.

Competitive Landscape:

Numerous key manufacturers invest heavily in R&D to advance technology and improve the performance of the product. This includes developing more sensitive hydrophones, enhancing signal processing capabilities, and increasing the operational lifespan of sonobuoys. R&D efforts also focus on miniaturization and integration of components to create more compact and efficient systems. Furthermore, companies are constantly innovating to stay competitive. This includes exploring new materials, manufacturing techniques, and sensor technologies to make more effective and cost-efficient products. Several companies are diversifying their product lines to offer a range of product variant types, sizes, and technologies to cater to various customer needs. This allows them to serve both military and civilian markets and adapt to changing requirements.

The report has provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the market. Detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided. Some of the key players in the market include:

• General Dynamics Mission Systems
• Radixon Group Pty Ltd (Robotron PTY Ltd.)
• Sealandaire Technologies Inc.
• Sparton Corporation
• Tata Advanced Systems
• Thales Group
• Ultra Group

Key Questions Answered in This Report

• 1.What was the size of the global sonobuoy market in 2024?
• 2.What is the expected growth rate of the global sonobuoy market during 2025-2033?
• 3.What are the key factors driving the global sonobuoy market?
• 4.What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the global sonobuoy market?
• 5.What is the breakup of the global sonobuoy market based on the function?
• 6.What is the breakup of the global sonobuoy market based on the technology?
• 7.What is the breakup of the global sonobuoy market based on installation?
• 8.What is the breakup of the global sonobuoy market based on the size?
• 9.What is the breakup of the global sonobuoy market based on the range?
• 10.What is the breakup of the global sonobuoy market based on the application?
• 11.What are the key regions in the global sonobuoy market?
• 12.Who are the key players/companies in the global sonobuoy market?

Table of Contents

1 Preface

2 Scope and Methodology

• 2.1 Objectives of the Study
• 2.2 Stakeholders
• 2.3 Data Sources
  • 2.3.1 Primary Sources
  • 2.3.2 Secondary Sources
• 2.4 Market Estimation
  • 2.4.1 Bottom-Up Approach
  • 2.4.2 Top-Down Approach
• 2.5 Forecasting Methodology

3 Executive Summary

4 Introduction

• 4.1 Overview
• 4.2 Key Industry Trends

5 Global Sonobuoy Market

• 5.1 Market Overview
• 5.2 Market Performance
• 5.3 Impact of COVID-19
• 5.4 Market Forecast

6 Market Breakup by Function

• 6.1 Active
  • 6.1.1 Market Trends
  • 6.1.2 Market Forecast
• 6.2 Passive
  • 6.2.1 Market Trends
  • 6.2.2 Market Forecast
• 6.3 Special Purpose
  • 6.3.1 Market Trends
  • 6.3.2 Market Forecast

7 Market Breakup by Technology

• 7.1 Bathythermo Buoy
  • 7.1.1 Market Trends
  • 7.1.2 Market Forecast
• 7.2 Directional Command Activated
  • 7.2.1 Market Trends
  • 7.2.2 Market Forecast
• 7.3 Data Link Communications
  • 7.3.1 Market Trends
  • 7.3.2 Market Forecast
• 7.4 Directional Frequency Analysis and Recording
  • 7.4.1 Market Trends
  • 7.4.2 Market Forecast
• 7.5 Low Frequency Analysis and Recording
  • 7.5.1 Market Trends
  • 7.5.2 Market Forecast
• 7.6 Others
  • 7.6.1 Market Trends
  • 7.6.2 Market Forecast

8 Market Breakup by Installation

• 8.1 Spring
  • 8.1.1 Market Trends
  • 8.1.2 Market Forecast
• 8.2 Pneumatic
  • 8.2.1 Market Trends
  • 8.2.2 Market Forecast
• 8.3 Free-Fall
  • 8.3.1 Market Trends
  • 8.3.2 Market Forecast
• 8.4 Cartridge
  • 8.4.1 Market Trends
  • 8.4.2 Market Forecast

9 Market Breakup by Size

• 9.1 Size A
  • 9.1.1 Market Trends
  • 9.1.2 Market Forecast
• 9.2 Size B
  • 9.2.1 Market Trends
  • 9.2.2 Market Forecast
• 9.3 Size C
  • 9.3.1 Market Trends
  • 9.3.2 Market Forecast
• 9.4 Others
  • 9.4.1 Market Trends
  • 9.4.2 Market Forecast

10 Market Breakup by Range

• 10.1 Short Range
  • 10.1.1 Market Trends
  • 10.1.2 Market Forecast
• 10.2 Long Range
  • 10.2.1 Market Trends
  • 10.2.2 Market Forecast

11 Market Breakup by Application

• 11.1 Defense
  • 11.1.1 Market Trends
  • 11.1.2 Market Forecast
• 11.2 Commercial
  • 11.2.1 Market Trends
  • 11.2.2 Market Forecast
• 11.3 Others
  • 11.3.1 Market Trends
  • 11.3.2 Market Forecast

12 Market Breakup by Region

• 12.1 North America
  • 12.1.1 United States
    • 12.1.1.1 Market Trends
    • 12.1.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 12.1.2 Canada
    • 12.1.2.1 Market Trends
    • 12.1.2.2 Market Forecast
• 12.2 Asia Pacific
  • 12.2.1 China
    • 12.2.1.1 Market Trends
    • 12.2.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 12.2.2 Japan
    • 12.2.2.1 Market Trends
    • 12.2.2.2 Market Forecast
  • 12.2.3 India
    • 12.2.3.1 Market Trends
    • 12.2.3.2 Market Forecast
  • 12.2.4 South Korea
    • 12.2.4.1 Market Trends
    • 12.2.4.2 Market Forecast
  • 12.2.5 Australia
    • 12.2.5.1 Market Trends
    • 12.2.5.2 Market Forecast
  • 12.2.6 Indonesia
    • 12.2.6.1 Market Trends
    • 12.2.6.2 Market Forecast
  • 12.2.7 Others
    • 12.2.7.1 Market Trends
    • 12.2.7.2 Market Forecast
• 12.3 Europe
  • 12.3.1 Germany
    • 12.3.1.1 Market Trends
    • 12.3.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 12.3.2 France
    • 12.3.2.1 Market Trends
    • 12.3.2.2 Market Forecast
  • 12.3.3 United Kingdom
    • 12.3.3.1 Market Trends
    • 12.3.3.2 Market Forecast
  • 12.3.4 Italy
    • 12.3.4.1 Market Trends
    • 12.3.4.2 Market Forecast
  • 12.3.5 Spain
    • 12.3.5.1 Market Trends
    • 12.3.5.2 Market Forecast
  • 12.3.6 Russia
    • 12.3.6.1 Market Trends
    • 12.3.6.2 Market Forecast
  • 12.3.7 Others
    • 12.3.7.1 Market Trends
    • 12.3.7.2 Market Forecast
• 12.4 Latin America
  • 12.4.1 Brazil
    • 12.4.1.1 Market Trends
    • 12.4.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 12.4.2 Mexico
    • 12.4.2.1 Market Trends
    • 12.4.2.2 Market Forecast
  • 12.4.3 Others
    • 12.4.3.1 Market Trends
    • 12.4.3.2 Market Forecast
• 12.5 Middle East and Africa
  • 12.5.1 Market Trends
  • 12.5.2 Market Breakup by Country
  • 12.5.3 Market Forecast

13 SWOT Analysis

• 13.1 Overview
• 13.2 Strengths
• 13.3 Weaknesses
• 13.4 Opportunities
• 13.5 Threats

14 Value Chain Analysis

15 Porters Five Forces Analysis

• 15.1 Overview
• 15.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
• 15.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
• 15.4 Degree of Competition
• 15.5 Threat of New Entrants
• 15.6 Threat of Substitutes

16 Price Analysis

17 Competitive Landscape

• 17.1 Market Structure
• 17.2 Key Players
• 17.3 Profiles of Key Players
  • 17.3.1 General Dynamics Mission Systems
    • 17.3.1.1 Company Overview
    • 17.3.1.2 Product Portfolio
  • 17.3.2 Radixon Group Pty Ltd (Robotron PTY Ltd.)
    • 17.3.2.1 Company Overview
    • 17.3.2.2 Product Portfolio
  • 17.3.3 Sealandaire Technologies Inc.
    • 17.3.3.1 Company Overview
    • 17.3.3.2 Product Portfolio
  • 17.3.4 Sparton Corporation
    • 17.3.4.1 Company Overview
    • 17.3.4.2 Product Portfolio
  • 17.3.5 Tata Advanced Systems
    • 17.3.5.1 Company Overview
    • 17.3.5.2 Product Portfolio
  • 17.3.6 Thales Group
    • 17.3.6.1 Company Overview
    • 17.3.6.2 Product Portfolio
    • 17.3.6.3 Financials
    • 17.3.6.4 SWOT Analysis
  • 17.3.7 Ultra Group
    • 17.3.7.1 Company Overview
    • 17.3.7.2 Product Portfolio
    • 17.3.7.3 Financials