Defense Integrated Antenna Market Analysis

Platform (Airborne, Ground, Marine)

Based on platform, the airborne segment is projected to capture defense integrated antenna market share of over 35.3% by 2037. The growth of the segment is attributed to the increasing deployment of aerial platforms such as UAVs, fighter jets, surveillance aircraft, etc., boosting demands for high-performance integrated antennas capable of secure, high-speed data communication in high altitudes. A significant driver of the segment is the rising need for situational awareness for airborne units. Growing investment in aerospace defense by counties is poised to maintain the robust growth curve of the airborne segment. For instance, in September 2024, budget documents released by the Ministry of Defense of Japan indicated additional funding to develop an electronic warfare aircraft for the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force.

The ground segment of the global defense integrated antenna market is poised to exhibit a profitable growth curve during the forecast period. The market’s growth is attributed to advancements in terrestrial army infrastructure. Ground-based integrated antennae are vital for communications across command centers and deployed units. Additionally, investments in the modernization of terrestrial defense infrastructure are poised to continue the robust growth of the segment. For instance, in January 2021, L3 Harris Technologies completed a technology demonstration of a Multi-Band Multi-Mission (MBMM) phased array ground antenna system under a Defense Unit Prototype contract for the U.S. Space Force.

Type (Array Antenna, Microstrip Antenna, Wire Antenna, Aperture Antenna)

By type, the array antenna segment of the defense integrated antenna market attained the largest revenue share. The growth of the segment is owed to array antennas enabling directivity and beamforming, leading to increased demands in satellite communications and radar. The rising adoption of phased array technology allows antennas to steer beams without excessive mechanical movement. The segment is positioned to increase its revenue share owing to the surge in the adoption of array antennas in radar systems owing to their ability to operate across multiple frequencies. For instance, in February 2020, Raytheon completed the first lower-tier and missile defense sensor radar antenna array for the U.S. Army.

Our in-depth analysis of the global market includes the following segments: