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ATC Communications Market Research Report Information By Airspace (АТСС, TRACON, Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT), and Remote Tower), By Offering (Hardware, Software, and Services), By Sector (Commercial and Military), By Airport Size (Large, Medium, and Small), By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, And Rest Of The World) –Market Forecast Till 2032


ID: MRFR/A&D/19948-HCR | 128 Pages | Author: Sejal Akre| May 2024

Global ATC Communications Market Overview


ATC Communications Market Size was valued at USD 9.3 Billion in 2022. The ATC communications market industry is projected to grow from USD 10.11 Billion in 2023 to USD 19.867 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.80% during the forecast period (2024 - 2032). The demand for improved airspace management systems, an expansion in airports, and an increase in passengers are the key market drivers driving the growth of the ATC communications industry.


ATC Communications Market Overview


Source Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review


ATC Communications Market Trends




  • The increase in demand for air travel is driving the market growth




The ATC communications market is anticipated to increase at a faster rate over the projected period because of factors such as the expanding commercial aviation sector and people's growing demand for air travel worldwide. In the next ten years, China and India are predicted to account for an additional 44 percent of air passenger travel, according to the International Air Transport Association. Furthermore, over the next ten years, Asia Pacific is predicted to develop at the quickest rate for passenger air travel. The airport management is replacing its manual ATC communications systems with automated ones in an effort to increase flight efficiency and reduce incidents that occur on the ground. As a result, this will spur ATC communications market expansion.


Airport technological advancements are bolstering market expansion as machine learning and the Internet of Things (loT) become more widely used. Several airport administrations use these technologies in ATC communications. Additionally, there will be a need for more sophisticated air traffic control systems due to the growth of smart airports. Airport authorities are prioritizing the goal of building smart airports with cutting-edge technologies in nations including China, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, and the United States. Furthermore, unmanned aerial vehicle use for airport monitoring is being concentrated upon or implemented by the Chinese Civil Aviation Administration. For the duration of the projected period, these factors will fuel the ATC communications market's expansion.


Al has become a popular tool for streamlining air traffic control operations. Airport Al-based solutions are the center of attention for ATC equipment and systems providers. An international body dedicated to ensuring smooth and safe air traffic control throughout European nations is called EUROCONTROL, or the European Organization for the Safety of Air Navigation. As an essential component of EUROCONTROL, Al has evolved. The organization is crucial to the technical aspect of the Commission's strategic effort. Al helps to streamline ground-level operations, forecast air traffic, and navigate airplanes. According to estimates, operational efficiency is increased by 30% when Al is used in ATC communications. For airport operations optimization, integrating Al into ATC communications will, therefore, be the recommended choice in the coming years. Thus, driving the ATC communications market revenue.


ATC Communications Market Segment Insights


ATC Communications Airspace Insights


The ATC communications market segmentation, based on airspace, includes АТСС, TRACON, Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT), and Remote Tower. The air traffic control tower (ATCT) segment dominated the market. The air traffic control tower immediately oversees and controls takeoffs and any other movement within the airport terminal control area. This considerably lessens the workload of the destination airport's terminal air traffic controllers.


ATC Communications Offering Insights


The ATC communications market segmentation, based on offering, includes Hardware, Software, and Services. The software category generated the most income. The main factors propelling the ATC communications market's expansion are the rising need for artificial intelligence-based software and real-time fleet data collecting.


Figure 1:  ATC Communications Market, by Offering, 2023 & 2032 (USD Billion)


ATC Communications Market, by Offering, 2023 & 2032


Source Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


ATC Communications Sector Insights


The ATC communications market segmentation, based on sector, includes Commercial and Military. The commercial category generated the most income. Travel by air is becoming increasingly popular as the world's economies grow, and people's disposable budgets rise. Due to the rising demand for commercial flights, ATC communications systems are under pressure to handle the volume of extra air traffic effectively.


ATC Communications Airport Size Insights


The ATC communications market segmentation, based on airport size, includes Large, Medium, and Small. The large category generated the most income. This increase is attributed to the growing need for sophisticated security system installations in airports as well as the need for system customization ly.


ATC Communications Regional Insights


By region, the study provides the market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Rest of the World. The North American ATC communications market area will dominate this market. The significant aviation industry in the area, along with the growing adoption of next-generation technologies to improve airport and airport operating efficiency, are key factors propelling the ATC communications market's growth during the projection period. Additionally, significant drivers expected to drive the ATC communications market expansion in the region over the next several years include increased consumer disposable income, upgrading of existing airports, and high levels of industrialization. 


Further, the major countries studied in the market report are the US, Canada, Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, and South Korea.


Figure 2:  ATC Communications Market Share By Region 2023 (USD Billion)


ATC Communications Market Share By Region 2023


Source Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


Europe ATC communications market accounts for the second-largest market share due to the large financial investment needed to upgrade conventional systems. Increased technical advancements in information systems and the growing demand for environmentally conscious and intelligent airports will support the European ATC communications market throughout the forecast period of 2024-2032. Further, the German ATC communications market held the largest market share, and the UK ATC communications market was the fastest growing market in the European region.


The Asia-Pacific ATC Communications Market is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2024 to 2032. The demand for air travel services has surged as a result of the expansion of business and leisure travel due to economic growth. Increasing the size of the middle class has led to more people in the region having disposable income and being able to buy flights. Higher passenger counts on both domestic and international flights are the result of this. Moreover, China's ATC communications market held the largest market share, and the Indian ATC communications market was the fastest growing market in the Asia-Pacific region.


ATC Communications Key Market Players & Competitive Insights


Leading market players are investing heavily in research and development in order to expand their product lines, which will help the ATC communications market grow even more. Market participants are also undertaking a variety of strategic activities to expand their footprint, with important market developments including new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, higher investments, and collaboration with other organizations. To expand and survive in a more competitive and rising market climate, the ATC communications industry must offer cost-effective items.


Manufacturing locally to minimize operational costs is one of the key business tactics used by manufacturers in the ATC communications industry to benefit clients and increase the market sector. In recent years, the ATC communications industry has offered some of the most significant advantages to medicine. Major players in the ATC communications market are attempting to increase market demand by investing in research and development operations, including Thales Group, L3Harris Technologies, Indra Sistemas, S. A., Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Inc., and Lockheed Martin Corporation.


Indra Sistemas, S.A. holds the fourth position in the market for air traffic control. It has a robust distribution and service network and is a top supplier of ATC systems. The company's internal creation of technology and solutions rather than contracting these out to outside parties is one of its primary business strategies. It serves a wide range of industries, including banking services, healthcare, telecom & media, energy & industry, transportation & traffic, energy & defense, and telecom & media.


In the market for air traffic control, Raytheon Technologies Corporation is rated second. It offers solutions for air traffic control over sixty percent of the world's airspace. By collaborating with prospective clients and involving them in Raytheon Six Sigma teams to enhance its initiatives and general business procedures, the organization has built solid client relationships. It has adopted the Integrated Product Development System (IPDS) and other programs to increase manufacturing capacities, and it has implemented lean processes and strategic supply chain activities to reduce costs.


Key Companies in the ATC communications market includes



  • Thales Group

  • L3Harris Technologies

  • Indra Sistemas, S. A.

  • Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Inc.

  • Lockheed Martin Corporation


ATC Communications Industry Developments


For Instance, March 2021 The RSM NG surveillance radar was unveiled by Thales Group. This radar can track 2,000 aircraft and communicate 64 real-time data streams with different Air Traffic Control (ATC) centers. It will be used for ATC administration.


ATC Communications Market Segmentation


ATC Communications Airspace Outlook



  • АТСС

  • TRACON

  • Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT)

  • Remote Tower


ATC Communications Offering Outlook



  • Hardware

  • Software

  • Services


ATC Communications Sector Outlook



  • Commercial

  • Military


ATC Communications Airport Size Outlook



  • Large

  • Medium

  • Small


ATC Communications Regional Outlook



  • North America

    • US

    • Canada



  • Europe

    • Germany

    • France

    • UK

    • Italy

    • Spain

    • Rest of Europe



  • Asia-Pacific

    • China

    • Japan

    • India

    • South Korea

    • Australia

    • Rest of Asia-Pacific



  • Rest of the World

    • Middle East

    • Africa

    • Latin America



Report Attribute/Metric Details
Market Size 2022 USD 9.3 Billion
Market Size 2023 USD 10.11 Billion
Market Size 2032 USD 19.867 Billion
Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) 8.80% (2024-2032)
Base Year 2023
Market Forecast Period 2024-2032
Historical Data 2019-2022
Market Forecast Units Value (USD Billion)
Report Coverage Revenue Forecast, Market Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends
Segments Covered Airspace, Offering, Sector, Airport Size, and Region
Geographies Covered North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World
Countries Covered The US, Canada, Germany, France, UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea
Key Companies Profiled Thales Group, L3Harris Technologies, Indra Sistemas, S. A., Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Inc., and Lockheed Martin Corporation
Key Market Opportunities Modernization of the infrastructure for air traffic control
Key Market Dynamics Growing demand for air travel Technology breakthroughs to change ATC communication


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The ATC communications market size was valued at USD 10.11 Billion in 2023.

The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.80% during the forecast period 2024-2032.

North America had the largest share in the market.

The key players in the market are Thales Group, L3Harris Technologies, Indra Sistemas, S. A., Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Inc., and Lockheed Martin Corporation, among others.

The software category dominated the market in 2023.

The commercial category had the largest share in the market.

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