Market Trends of 5G In Defense Industry
Airborne Segment to Register the Highest CAGR During the Forecast Period
- The airborne segment is expected to grow with the highest CAGR owing to the rising procurement of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and military aircraft. 5G integration with airborne in the defense market has the potential to significantly enhance capabilities and transform military aerial operations.
- Incorporating 5G can greatly enhance UAV and drone operations. High-speed data transmission will allow real-time video and sensor data streaming, crucial for surveillance, reconnaissance, and combat operations. In December 2023, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) announced that it would allocate USD 886 billion in defense spending. It also asked the US Defense Department to deploy 5G open RAN private wireless networks on military bases.
- The ultra-low latency of 5G can also support better remote control of UAVs in environments where every millisecond counts. 5G can ensure seamless data integration between airborne assets and ground or naval forces, creating a unified combat picture and improving joint operations' efficiency. 5G can facilitate communication between multiple drones, enabling swarm drone operations. Such drone swarms can collaboratively undertake tasks, be it for surveillance, electronic warfare, or even offensive operations.
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Asia-Pacific to Witness the Highest Growth During the Forecast Period
- 5G technology in the Asia-Pacific region is experiencing significant growth due to countries such as China, South Korea, and Japan, which have advanced considerably in rolling out 5G networks, leading to a surge in demand for 5G technology solutions. China is outcompeting the US in the wireless network market, specifically with 5G technology. The widespread establishment of 5G networks in these and other countries in the area has propelled the expansion of the 5G testing market.
- For instance, the Indian Army wants to establish a 5G network along the border to improve communication and get a high-speed data network for operational requirements. China has already begun the operation of setting up a 5G network along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) for better communication.
- The Indian Army has been endeavoring to exploit 5G for supporting operations in the tactical battlefield area. In this context, in April 2022, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the establishment of a 5G testbed was signed between the Military College of Telecommunication Engineering and IIT Madras. Such developments will ensure speedy growth of the 5G defense market in Asia Pacific.
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