Military GPS Receiver Market Size & Share, By Technology (Stand Alone GPS Receiver, Integrated GPS Modules, Hybrid GPS Systems); Platform; Frequency; Accuracy; Application - Global Supply & Demand Analysis, Growth Forecasts, Statistical Report 2025-2037

North America Market Analysis

North America military GPS receiver market is predicted to dominate revenue share of around 59.1% by the end of 2037, driven by high defense spending and advanced technological capabilities. One of the key factors is the increasing investments by the U.S Department of Defense (DoD) in anti-jamming, M-Code GPS receivers, and secure navigation systems for military aircraft and vehicles. For instance, in 2021, the US Defense Logistics Agency awarded USD 316 million to BAE Systems to supply military-code GPS receiver technology to be used by the US military. Additionally, leading defense companies such as Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Northrop Grumman are developing next generation GPS solutions to counter electronic warfare threats.

The U.S. market is expanding due to increasing investments in satellite-based navigation and secure positioning systems. The U.S. is integrating GPS with AI driven autonomous systems, hypersonic weapons, and space-based navigation for next-generation warfare. The U.S. military is upgrading its GPS infrastructure and command systems to enhance security, precision, and operational efficiency. As part of the U.S. Space Force’s effort to modernize current GPS satellite constellation with new technology and advanced capabilities, Lockheed Martin introduced a next-generation GPS III/IIIF satellite. This new invention offers three times better accuracy than previous GPS satellites and up to eight times improved anti-jamming capabilities.

Canada’s military GPS receiver market is rapidly growing due to its focus on modernizing defense systems and enhancing Arctic surveillance capabilities. The Canadian Armed Forces are integrating secure GPS technology into fighter jets, naval vessels, and land-based operations for better precision and navigation. Further, to advance in the field, the Royal Navy in Canada successfully tested out a quantum positioning system in 2024 that has much higher accuracy than traditional systems. Further, to implement and support this strategy, the Government of Canada has committed an additional USD 360 million fund over seven years from 2021–22.

Asia Pacific Market Analysis

Asia Pacific military GPS receiver market is expected to be the fastest growing region through 2037 owing to rising defense budgets and territorial disputes in the South China Sea and Indo Pacific region. The rising defense budgets for military modernization and investments in next generation navigation systems are driving demand for advanced military GPS receivers. Countries like China, India, Japan, and South Korea are investing in indigenous satellite navigation systems and have increased their defense spending to enhance military capabilities. The growing adoption of GPS-guided missiles, UAVs, and electronic warfare systems is driving demand for advanced military-grade GPS receivers.

The market in China is growing due increased defense spending. In 2022, it became the world’s second-largest military spender by allocating an estimated USD 296 billion to the military. Moreover, China accounts for half of total military spending across the Asia and Oceania. The military forces in China are integrating advanced GPS receivers into missiles, drones, and naval systems which enhance precision and operational capabilities. China’s growing investments in space-based navigation, missile defense, and autonomous military systems boost the demand for high-performance GPS receivers.

The military GPS receiver market in India is rising as the country is focusing on strengthening its market. To bolster the use of military GPS receivers, India is developing its own Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS) known as NavIC that provides accurate real-time positioning and timing services. India’s space and defense modernization initiatives are driving investments in anti-jamming, secure GPS technology to ensure operational efficiency in diverse environments. According to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) report, in 2023, India was the fourth largest military spender globally with USD 83.6 billion worth of expenditure. This was nearly 4.2% higher than the expenditure in 2022.

Moreover, government initiatives such as the Make in India initiative, designed to foster indigenous manufacturing have led to the emergence of joint ventures in the UAV sector. To further amplify Indian startups in manufacturing drones, the Indian Army on January 2025 secured a contract with Odisha-based startup IG Drones to supply advanced drone systems. This agreement highlights India's commitment to self-reliance in defense manufacturing, and the government’s Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives.