소나 시스템 시장 보고서 : 동작 모드별, 제품 유형별, 설치별, 유형별, 용도별, 소재별, 지역별(2025-2033년)

The global sonar systems market size reached USD 4.97 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 5.83 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 1.78% during 2025-2033. The market is experiencing steady growth driven by the growing demand for maritime security and defense, rising need for the monitoring of marine ecosystems, including the study of marine life and habitats, and increasing focus on environmental monitoring and conservation efforts.

Sonar Systems Market Trends:

Maritime security and defense needs

The rising demand for maritime security and defense across the globe is propelling the growth of the market. In addition, the growing number of geopolitical tensions and territorial disputes are encouraging countries to make substantial investments in naval capabilities. Sonar systems are at the forefront of these efforts, offering advanced underwater detection, tracking, and threat identification capabilities. They are indispensable for safeguarding coastal waters, monitoring naval traffic, and protecting maritime assets. As nations are seeking to modernize their naval fleets and enhance their underwater surveillance capabilities, the demand for cutting-edge sonar systems is rising. Additionally, the emergence of asymmetric threats, such as submarine warfare and underwater drones, underscores the significance of advanced sonar technology, further impelling the market growth.

Underwater surveillance and research

Sonar systems are instrumental in various underwater surveillance and research applications. They facilitate the monitoring of marine ecosystems, including the study of marine life and habitats. Additionally, researchers rely on sonar for archaeological expeditions to explore submerged historical sites. These systems are vital for tracking the movement of marine species and assessing the impact of climate change on oceans. Furthermore, sonar systems play a crucial role in search and rescue operations, helping locate and recover submerged objects, vehicles, or individuals. Moreover, the growing importance of understanding and preserving underwater environments, combined with the need for effective surveillance, is catalyzing the demand for sonar systems in both scientific and humanitarian efforts.

Marine transportation safety

The safety of marine transportation represents one of the significant factors propelling the growth of the market. As global trade and shipping activities are growing, the risk of underwater collisions, particularly in congested or challenging waterways, remains a concern. Sonar systems, including collision avoidance sonar and forward-looking sonar, are crucial in enhancing the safety of vessels and preventing accidents. These systems provide real-time information about underwater obstacles, seabed conditions, and other potential hazards, enabling ship operators to make informed navigation decisions. Additionally, sonar systems help detect icebergs and ice formations, minimizing the risk to ships.

Environmental monitoring and conservation

The growing focus on environmental monitoring and conservation efforts is strengthening the growth of the market. Sonar systems assist in assessing the health of aquatic ecosystems, including the measurement of water depth, sediment analysis, and the identification of pollution sources. They play a vital role in ensuring the sustainable management of marine resources and the protection of fragile underwater habitats. Sonar systems are also employed in environmental impact assessments for various projects, helping mitigate potential harm to aquatic environments.

Sonar Systems Industry Segmentation:

Breakup by Mode of Operation:

Active

Passive

Active cum Passive

Passive accounts for the majority of the market share

Breakup by Product Type:

Hull Mounted Sonar

Towed Array Sonar

Sonobuoys

Dipping Sonar

Driver Detection Sonar

Hull mounted sonar holds the largest share in the industry

Breakup by Installation:

Vessel Mounted

Airborne

Towed

UUV

Hand-Held and Pole Mounted

Others

Airborne represents the leading market segment

Breakup by Type:

Multi Beam

Side Scan

Single Beam

Synthetic Aperture

Multi beam exhibits a clear dominance in the market

Breakup by Application:

Military

Hydrographic Charting

Offshore Oil and Gas

Port and Harbour Management

Coastal Engineering

Others

Military dominates the market

Breakup by Material:

Piezoelectric Ceramics

Piezoelectric Single Crystals

Magnetostrictive Materials

Others

Breakup by Region:

North America

Europe

Asia Pacific

Middle East and Africa

Latin America

Asia Pacific leads the market, accounting for the largest sonar systems market share

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa, and Latin America. According to the report, Asia Pacific accounted for the largest market share as the expanding naval capabilities of the region, particularly in countries like China and India, contribute significantly to the demand for sonar systems in defense applications. Additionally, commercial activities in offshore oil and gas, fisheries, and underwater research are strengthening the growth of the market in the region.

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

Raytheon

Lockheed Martin

Thales

Kongsberg Gruppen

Ultra Electronics

L3 Technologies

Teledyne

Sonardyne

Atlas Elektronik

Furuno

Navico

JRC

Key Questions Answered in This Report

• 1. What was the size of the global sonar systems market in 2024?
• 2. What is the expected growth rate of the global sonar systems market during 2025-2033?
• 3. What are the key factors driving the global sonar systems market?
• 4. What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the global sonar systems market?
• 5. What is the breakup of the global sonar systems market based on the mode of operation?
• 6. What is the breakup of the global sonar systems market based on the product type?
• 7. What is the breakup of the global sonar systems market based on the installation?
• 8. What is the breakup of the global sonar systems market based on the type?
• 9. What is the breakup of the global sonar systems market based on the application?
• 10. What are the key regions in the global sonar systems market?
• 11. Who are the key players/companies in the global sonar systems 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 Sonar Systems Market

• 5.1 Market Overview
• 5.2 Market Performance
• 5.3 Impact of COVID-19
• 5.4 Market Breakup by Mode of Operation
• 5.5 Market Breakup by Product Type
• 5.6 Market Breakup by Installation
• 5.7 Market Breakup by Application
• 5.8 Market Breakup by Type
• 5.9 Market Breakup by Material
• 5.10 Market Breakup by Region
• 5.11 Market Forecast

6 Market Breakup by Mode of Operation

• 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 Active cum Passive
  • 6.3.1 Market Trends
  • 6.3.2 Market Forecast

7 Market Breakup by Product Type

• 7.1 Hull Mounted Sonar
  • 7.1.1 Market Trends
  • 7.1.2 Market Forecast
• 7.2 Towed Array Sonar
  • 7.2.1 Market Trends
  • 7.2.2 Market Forecast
• 7.3 Sonobuoys
  • 7.3.1 Market Trends
  • 7.3.2 Market Forecast
• 7.4 Dipping Sonar
  • 7.4.1 Market Trends
  • 7.4.2 Market Forecast
• 7.5 Driver Detection Sonar
  • 7.5.1 Market Trends
  • 7.5.2 Market Forecast

8 Market Breakup by Installation

• 8.1 Vessel Mounted
  • 8.1.1 Market Trends
  • 8.1.2 Market Forecast
• 8.2 Airborne
  • 8.2.1 Market Trends
  • 8.2.2 Market Forecast
• 8.3 Towed
  • 8.3.1 Market Trends
  • 8.3.2 Market Forecast
• 8.4 UUV
  • 8.4.1 Market Trends
  • 8.4.2 Market Forecast
• 8.5 Hand-Held and Pole Mounted
  • 8.5.1 Market Trends
  • 8.5.2 Market Forecast
• 8.6 Others
  • 8.6.1 Market Trends
  • 8.6.2 Market Forecast

9 Market Breakup by Type

• 9.1 Multi Beam
  • 9.1.1 Market Trends
  • 9.1.2 Market Forecast
• 9.2 Side Scan
  • 9.2.1 Market Trends
  • 9.2.2 Market Forecast
• 9.3 Single Beam
  • 9.3.1 Market Trends
  • 9.3.2 Market Forecast
• 9.4 Synthetic Aperture
  • 9.4.1 Market Trends
  • 9.4.2 Market Forecast

10 Market Breakup by Application

• 10.1 Military
  • 10.1.1 Market Trends
  • 10.1.2 Market Forecast
• 10.2 Hydrographic Charting
  • 10.2.1 Market Trends
  • 10.2.2 Market Forecast
• 10.3 Offshore Oil and Gas
  • 10.3.1 Market Trends
  • 10.3.2 Market Forecast
• 10.4 Port and Harbour Management
  • 10.4.1 Market Trends
  • 10.4.2 Market Forecast
• 10.5 Coastal Engineering
  • 10.5.1 Market Trends
  • 10.5.2 Market Forecast
• 10.6 Others
  • 10.6.1 Market Trends
  • 10.6.2 Market Forecast

11 Market Breakup by Material

• 11.1 Piezoelectric Ceramics
  • 11.1.1 Market Trends
  • 11.1.2 Market Forecast
• 11.2 Piezoelectric Single Crystals
  • 11.2.1 Market Trends
  • 11.2.2 Market Forecast
• 11.3 Magnetostrictive Materials
  • 11.3.1 Market Trends
  • 11.3.2 Market Forecast
• 11.4 Others
  • 11.4.1 Market Trends
  • 11.4.2 Market Forecast

12 Market Breakup by Region

• 12.1 North America
  • 12.1.1 Market Trends
  • 12.1.2 Market Forecast
• 12.2 Europe
  • 12.2.1 Market Trends
  • 12.2.2 Market Forecast
• 12.3 Asia Pacific
  • 12.3.1 Market Trends
  • 12.3.2 Market Forecast
• 12.4 Middle East and Africa
  • 12.4.1 Market Trends
  • 12.4.2 Market Forecast
• 12.5 Latin America
  • 12.5.1 Market Trends
  • 12.5.2 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 Raytheon
  • 17.3.2 Lockheed Martin
  • 17.3.3 Thales
  • 17.3.4 Kongsberg Gruppen
  • 17.3.5 Ultra Electronics
  • 17.3.6 L3 Technologies
  • 17.3.7 Teledyne
  • 17.3.8 Sonardyne
  • 17.3.9 Atlas Elektronik
  • 17.3.10 Furuno
  • 17.3.11 Navico
  • 17.3.12 JRC