Segments - Warship And Naval Vessels Market Type (Corvettes, Frigates, Aircraft Carriers, Submarines, Cruisers Ships, and Others), Operation (Surface Fleet and Undersea Fleet), Application (Rescue, Defense, and Others), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and the Middle East & Africa) - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast 2023 – 2031
The global warship and naval vessels market was valued at USD 84.51 Bn in 2022 and is likely to reach USD 257.94 Bn by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 13.2% from 2023-2031. Growing adoption of warships and naval vessels for sea-based battlefield operations and coastal security.
The increasing need for advanced weaponry and defense systems such as missiles, torpedoes, guns, and anti-aircraft systems drives the market. Warships and naval vessels are the major components of a nation's military forces designed to carry ammunition, and essential supplies for the crew members in war situations.
Ongoing technical advancements in warships and naval vessels are fueling the market. Newer-generation warship vessels are upgrading their aging fleets with high-tech and advanced features. Additionally, several countries are currently operating old naval systems and, thus they are focusing on integrating the latest technologies to gain a quantitative innovation edge over their adversaries. This is likely to fuel the market in the coming years.
The COVID-19 pandemic hampered the global warships and naval vessels market. Supply chain management is affected due to sudden lockdowns and the lack of availability of the labor force. Many manufacturing companies were severely disrupted due to a lack of workers and the unavailability of raw materials. Strict restrictions from government bodies resulted in the lack of development of the technologies in the warships and naval systems struggled to complete the desired projects. For instance,
In April 2022, Federal bureaucrats warned that the pandemic increased the costs and created a shortage of labor, which delayed the supply of raw materials for the delivery of new ships.
Increasing global defense expenditure is driving the market. Countries across the are increasingly spending more on their defense systems to adopt advanced sensors and machinery. Rising geopolitical tensions and maritime disputes are one of the factors for countries spending more on defense systems.
For instance, according to the report published by the Congressional Research Service, the U.S. Navy's proposed FY2024 budget requests $32.8 billion in shipbuilding funding for, among other things, the procurement of nine new ships, including one Columbia (SSBN-826) class ballistic missile submarine, two Virginia (SSN-774) class attack submarines, two Arleigh Burke (DDG-51) class destroyers, and others.
The high development cost of building warships and naval vessels hampers the global market. Warships and naval vessels are made up of complex sensors, weapon launches, advanced communication sensors, and combat management systems. With the ever-evolving technology and sensors, companies that supply these machines need to be updated. Since these machines are expensive, companies tend not to update all systems and sensors, resulting in hampering the market.
Growing demand for advanced technology-integrated warships and naval vessels is expected to create new opportunities for the market. Countries across the globe prefer advanced sensors-enabled warships to improve their defense. Moreover, the growing adoption of advanced environment-friendly materials to reduce pollution and environmental damage is creating lucrative opportunities for the market.
Key players present in the market are focusing on adopting to use of sustainable materials to control such activities, such as fiber-reinforced plastic which reduces carbon footprints. For instance,
In September 2023, the Hyundai Mipo Dockyard and HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering, developed a cargo tank design that helps to reduce CO2 emissions, for a sustainable future
The market report includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
Attributes |
Details |
Report Title |
Warship And Naval Vessels Market – Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast |
Base Year |
2022 |
Historic Data |
2016–2021 |
Forecast Period |
2023–2031 |
Segmentation |
Type (Corvettes, Frigates, Aircraft Carriers, Submarines, Cruisers Ships, and Others), Operation (Surface Fleet and Undersea Fleet), and Application (Rescue, Defense, and Others) |
Regional Scope |
Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa |
Report Coverage |
Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Market Trends, and Revenue Forecast |
Key Players Covered in the Report |
BAE Systems; DSME Co., Ltd.; EDGE PJSC Group; FINCANTIERI S.p.A; Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited; General Dynamics Corporation; HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Co., Ltd.; Reliance Naval & Engineering Limited; and thyssenKrupp AG |
Based on type, the global warship and naval vessels market is segregated into corvettes, frigates, aircraft carriers, submarines, cruise ships, and others. The frigates segment dominates the market due to maneuverability and the ability to protect other large warships from fleet vessels such as merchant ships, hostile submarines, and others. Frigates are highly effective in anti-submarine warfare for merchant convoys and amphibious forces. These factors tend to boost the growth of the segment in the forecast period.
The aircraft carriers segment is anticipated to hold significant growth in the forecast period as these are unique warships that serve as an airbase on the sea. These ships have a full-length flight deck and are capable of various benefits such as arming, recovering, deploying, and carrying the crew members. In addition, it helps the country to deploy its air power without depending on land-based air bases.
In terms of operations, the global market is divided into surface fleet and undersea fleet. The surface fleet segment is expected to dominate the market due to its resilience and fighting ability on the land. The warships of surface fleets provide a credible fighting force across military operations to disaster relief. It is the most advanced arsenal of warships which is capable of carrying aircraft carriers and assault ships to perform various tasks such as agile patrolling and surveying that are anticipated to fuel the growth of the segment.
The undersea fleet segment is anticipated to grow rapidly in the coming years, as it regulates and optimizes underwater amphibious military operations. They are used to patrol ocean waters and to attack enemy ships during wartime, it has the capacity to carry warship vessels such as missiles and torpedoes, which have the capabilities to destroy enemy submarines. These factors tend to boost the growth in the segment.
On the basis of application, the global warship and naval vessels market is segmented into defense, rescues, and others. The defense segment is expected to dominate the market owing increasing usage of warships and naval vessels for defense purposes. The Navy and the Coast Guard, offer better maneuverability, agility, and resilience against damage. Warships are often armed with ammunition, missiles, fighter Aircraft, and other arms. It is also used as troop carriers in times of war situations.
The rescue segment is anticipated to register lucrative growth during the forecast period. The segment growth is attributed to the increasing integration of technologies such as deep search and rescue vehicles (DSRV) which are used for radar, radios, launches, and others to execute the rescue. In addition, smaller warships such as destroyers have on-board helicopters that are used for quick rescue. These factors are anticipated to boost the segment.
In terms of region, the global warship and naval vessels market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. North America dominates the market as the region’s Navy and the Department of Defense are developing more distributed fleets a smaller portion of larger ships.
The ongoing geopolitical turmoil has led to an arms race that has influenced the U.S. to develop and deploy advanced naval vessels for better operational activities. Furthermore, the U.S. has competed with the Chinese Naval fleet in terms of advancement and high-tech features which led to driving the growth of the regional segment. For instance
In April 2023, the US Navy (USN) to reach the stated 355-ship force by the middle of this century. The Navy and the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) have been working since 2019 to develop a successor for the 355-ship force-level goal that would reflect the current National Defense Strategy (NDS) and the new fleet architecture.
The market in Asia Pacific is projected to register lucrative growth in the coming years for warships and naval vessels. The presence of prominent players in the region is driving the market These market players are focusing on making more advanced and efficient fleets. The ongoing innovation in developing vessels stands out as many countries are trying to procure next-generation warships for better capabilities. Manufacturers are collaborating to fulfill the demand for warships and naval vessels to cater to the growing demand for defense and military purposes.
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The key players competing in the global warship and naval vessels market are BAE Systems; DSME Co., Ltd.; EDGE PJSC Group; FINCANTIERI S.p.A; Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited; General Dynamics Corporation; HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Co., Ltd.; Reliance Naval & Engineering Limited; and ThyssenKrupp AG
These companies are leveraging various business strategies and adopting development strategies including mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, collaboration, product launches, and production expansion to expand their consumer base worldwide. For instance,
In October 2022, the European Modular and Multirole Patrol Corvette collaborated to develop the initial design of the vessel, maximizing its efficiency. The European sovereignty in this program continues to strengthen its defense system.
In October 2023, according to a recent survey, the U.S. Navy and Defense had submitted to the (BFSAR) that called for a future fleet with 381 manned ships.