Global Air Traffic Control Equipment Market to Reach USD 20.17 Billion by 2032

March 2025 | 285 pages | ID: G6D735FA55B2EN
Bizwit Research & Consulting LLP

Abstracts

The Global Air Traffic Control (ATC) Equipment Market, valued at approximately USD 9.76 billion in 2023, is expected to expand at a CAGR of 8.40% over the forecast period 2024-2032. The aviation sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, leading to an increase in air traffic volume and placing a significant demand on efficient air traffic management systems. As safety and efficiency remain paramount in air travel, ATC equipment is evolving rapidly, integrating next-generation communication, navigation, and surveillance technologies to enhance operational efficiency.

With airlines expanding their fleets and airports undergoing modernization projects, the need for cutting-edge ATC infrastructure is growing. Advanced radar systems, satellite-based air navigation, and automation-driven air traffic management solutions are revolutionizing the industry. Furthermore, governments worldwide are investing in digital tower solutions and remote monitoring systems to optimize air traffic control operations, reduce human errors, and increase cost efficiency. The integration of artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and cloud-based ATC systems is further propelling the market forward.

Despite these advancements, the market faces notable challenges, including high capital expenditure, complex regulatory frameworks, and cybersecurity threats associated with digital ATC systems. The transition from traditional radar-based air traffic management to satellite-based navigation poses integration challenges, requiring significant investments in training and infrastructure upgrades. However, increasing air passenger traffic, airport expansions, and rising demand for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and urban air mobility (UAM) are creating lucrative opportunities for ATC equipment providers.

Geographically, North America dominates the market, driven by robust investments in modernizing air traffic management infrastructure, strong government initiatives, and a high concentration of commercial and military airports. Europe follows closely, with initiatives such as SESAR (Single European Sky ATM Research) fostering seamless air traffic operations. The Asia-Pacific region is poised for the fastest growth, fueled by a booming aviation sector, expanding airport networks, and government investments in air traffic control modernization projects across China, India, and Southeast Asia. Latin America and the Middle East & Africa are also witnessing significant development, with increasing air connectivity and regional airline expansion projects.

Major market players included in this report are:

• Thales Group
• Raytheon Technologies Corporation
• Indra Sistemas S.A.
• Frequentis AG
• Leonardo S.p.A.
• Harris Corporation
• Saab AB
• SITA
• L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
• Honeywell International Inc.
• BAE Systems PLC
• Northrop Grumman Corporation
• Lockheed Martin Corporation
• Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co KG
• ADB SAFEGATE

The detailed segments and sub-segments of the market are explained below:

By Offering:

• Hardware
• Software & Solutions

By Investment Type:

• Brownfield
• Greenfield

By Airspace:

• ARTCC (Air Route Traffic Control Center)
• TRACON (Terminal Radar Approach Control)
• ATCT (Air Traffic Control Tower)
• Remote Tower

By Service:

• Air Traffic Management
• Communication
• Navigation
• Surveillance

By Application:

• Commercial Aviation
• Military Aviation
• Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)

By Airport Size:

• Large Airports
• Medium Airports
• Small Airports

By Region:

North America:

• U.S.
• Canada

Europe:

• UK
• Germany
• France
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe

Asia-Pacific:

• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia-Pacific

Latin America:

• Brazil
• Mexico
• Rest of Latin America

Middle East & Africa:

• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East & Africa

Years considered for the study:

• Historical Year – 2022
• Base Year – 2023
• Forecast Period – 2024 to 2032

Key Takeaways:

• Market estimates & forecasts for 10 years from 2022 to 2032.
• Annualized revenues and regional-level analysis for each market segment.
• Detailed analysis of the geographical landscape with country-level assessments.
• Competitive landscape with insights into major players in the market.
• Evaluation of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approaches.
• Demand-side and supply-side analysis of the market.

Contents

CHAPTER 1.GLOBAL AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL EQUIPMENT MARKET EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1.1.Global Air Traffic Control Equipment Market Size & Forecast (2022-2032)
1.2.Regional Summary
1.3.Segmental Summary
  1.3.1.{By Offering}
  1.3.2.{By Investment Type, Airspace, Service, Application, Airport Size}
1.4.Key Trends
1.5.Recession Impact
1.6.Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion

CHAPTER 2.GLOBAL AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL EQUIPMENT MARKET DEFINITION AND RESEARCH ASSUMPTIONS

2.1.Research Objective
2.2.Market Definition
2.3.Research Assumptions
  2.3.1.Inclusion & Exclusion
  2.3.2.Limitations
  2.3.3.Supply Side Analysis
    2.3.3.1.Availability
    2.3.3.2.Infrastructure
    2.3.3.3.Regulatory Environment
    2.3.3.4.Market Competition
    2.3.3.5.Economic Viability (Consumer’s Perspective)
  2.3.4.Demand Side Analysis
    2.3.4.1.Regulatory Frameworks
    2.3.4.2.Technological Advancements
    2.3.4.3.Environmental Considerations
    2.3.4.4.Consumer Awareness & Acceptance
2.4.Estimation Methodology
2.5.Years Considered for the Study
2.6.Currency Conversion Rates

CHAPTER 3.GLOBAL AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL EQUIPMENT MARKET DYNAMICS

3.1.Market Drivers
  3.1.1.Rising Air Traffic and Fleet Expansion
  3.1.2.Advancements in Communication, Navigation & Surveillance Technologies
  3.1.3.Government Investments in Modernization Initiatives
3.2.Market Challenges
  3.2.1.High Capital Expenditure and Infrastructure Upgrade Costs
  3.2.2.Complex Regulatory Frameworks and Integration Issues
  3.2.3.Cybersecurity Threats in Digital ATC Systems
3.3.Market Opportunities
  3.3.1.Adoption of AI, Big Data Analytics, and Cloud-Based Systems
  3.3.2.Expansion in Urban Air Mobility and UAV Integration
  3.3.3.Increasing Demand for Unmanned and Remote Tower Solutions

CHAPTER 4.GLOBAL AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL EQUIPMENT MARKET INDUSTRY ANALYSIS

4.1.Porter’s 5 Force Model
  4.1.1.Bargaining Power of Suppliers
  4.1.2.Bargaining Power of Buyers
  4.1.3.Threat of New Entrants
  4.1.4.Threat of Substitutes
  4.1.5.Competitive Rivalry
  4.1.6.Futuristic Approach to Porter’s 5 Force Model
  4.1.7.Porter’s 5 Force Impact Analysis
4.2.PESTEL Analysis
  4.2.1.Political
  4.2.2.Economical
  4.2.3.Social
  4.2.4.Technological
  4.2.5.Environmental
  4.2.6.Legal
4.3.Top Investment Opportunity
4.4.Top Winning Strategies
4.5.Disruptive Trends
4.6.Industry Expert Perspective
4.7.Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion

CHAPTER 5.GLOBAL AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL EQUIPMENT MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY OFFERING 2022-2032

5.1.Segment Dashboard
5.2.Global Air Traffic Control Equipment Market: {Offering} Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
  5.2.1.Hardware
  5.2.2.Software & Solutions

CHAPTER 6.GLOBAL AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL EQUIPMENT MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY INVESTMENT TYPE, AIRSPACE, SERVICE, APPLICATION, AND AIRPORT SIZE 2022-2032

6.1.Segment Dashboard
6.2.Global Air Traffic Control Equipment Market: {Investment Type} Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
  6.2.1.Brownfield
  6.2.2.Greenfield
6.3.Global Air Traffic Control Equipment Market: {Airspace} Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
  6.3.1.ARTCC
  6.3.2.TRACON
  6.3.3.ATCT
  6.3.4.Remote Tower
6.4.Global Air Traffic Control Equipment Market: {Service} Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
6.5.Global Air Traffic Control Equipment Market: {Application} Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
6.6.Global Air Traffic Control Equipment Market: {Airport Size} Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)

CHAPTER 7.GLOBAL AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL EQUIPMENT MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY REGION 2022-2032

7.1.North America Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
  7.1.1.U.S. Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
    7.1.1.1.{Offering} Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
    7.1.1.2.{Application} Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
  7.1.2.Canada Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
7.2.Europe Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
  7.2.1.UK Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
  7.2.2.Germany Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
  7.2.3.France Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
  7.2.4.Spain Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
  7.2.5.Italy Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
  7.2.6.Rest of Europe Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
7.3.Asia-Pacific Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
  7.3.1.China Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
  7.3.2.India Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
  7.3.3.Japan Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
  7.3.4.Australia Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
  7.3.5.South Korea Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
  7.3.6.Rest of Asia-Pacific Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
7.4.Latin America Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
  7.4.1.Brazil Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
  7.4.2.Mexico Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
  7.4.3.Rest of Latin America Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
7.5.Middle East & Africa Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
  7.5.1.Saudi Arabia Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
  7.5.2.South Africa Air Traffic Control Equipment Market
  7.5.3.Rest of Middle East & Africa Air Traffic Control Equipment Market

CHAPTER 8.COMPETITIVE INTELLIGENCE

8.1.Key Company SWOT Analysis
  8.1.1.{Company 1}
  8.1.2.{Company 2}
  8.1.3.{Company 3}
8.2.Top Market Strategies
8.3.Company Profiles
  8.3.1.{First Company Name}
    8.3.1.1.Key Information
    8.3.1.2.Overview
    8.3.1.3.Financial (Subject to Data Availability)
    8.3.1.4.Product Summary
    8.3.1.5.Market Strategies
  8.3.2.{Company 2}
  8.3.3.{Company 3}
  8.3.4.{Company 4}
  8.3.5.{Company 5}
  8.3.6.{Company 6}
  8.3.7.{Company 7}
  8.3.8.{Company 8}
  8.3.9.{Company 9}
  8.3.10.{Company 10}
  8.3.11.{Company 11}
  8.3.12.{Company 12}
  8.3.13.{Company 13}
  8.3.14.{Company 14}
  8.3.15.{Company 15}

CHAPTER 9.RESEARCH PROCESS

9.1.Research Process
  9.1.1.Data Mining
  9.1.2.Analysis
  9.1.3.Market Estimation
  9.1.4.Validation
  9.1.5.Publishing
9.2.Research Attributes