Vehicle Intercom System Market Research Report: Information By Technology (Analog and Digital), Application (Military Vehicles, Commercial Vehicles, Airport Ground Support Vehicles and Emergency Vehicles), Component (Central Unit, Crew Control Unit, Wireless Intercom Unit, Headset Dismounted Interface, Intercom User Unit (IUU), Radio Interface Unit, Loudspeaker Unit, Wire/Cable, Tactical Ethernet Switch and Adapter), Type (Wired and Wireless) - Forecast till 2030

Vehicle Intercom System Market Scenario

Vehicle Intercom System Market Size Valued at USD 1206.9 Million, market Grow at a CAGR Of 7.22% by 2020 -2030

A vehicle intercom system is used for communicating in various environmental conditions and emergencies. This system offers enhanced communication without affecting the end user's hearing. It provides features such as connectivity to mobile radios, radio traffic, and selected stations. Intelligent vehicle intercom systems are next-generation intercom systems that are used in military tactical vehicles with traits such as voice & data communication, network connectivity, and battle management system. Commonly radio systems of vehicle intercom systems operate in very high frequency (VHF), high frequency (HF), and ultrahigh-frequency (UHF) ranges. These systems enable military personnel to conduct operations smoothly by offering enhanced communication in rough terrains and harsh weather conditions.

Market Synopsis

Vehicle Intercom System Market is expected to register significant growth during the forecast period owing to factors such as increasing need for smooth & uninterrupted communication and rising complexities of military operations across the world. Furthermore, the growing military modernization programs are also expected to drive the growth of the market. Additionally, the increasing adoption of advanced vehicle intercom systems by the Swiss army is also expected to drive the growth of the market. For example, in Elbit Systems Ltd signed a contract with the Swiss Army to replace its mobile radio devices and vehicle intercom systems with advanced radio communication systems.

However, issues related to rising threats of cyber warfare and the need to maintain the interoperability of disparate communication technologies might hamper the growth of the Vehicle Intercom System Market.

Market USP

The increasing use of vehicle intercom systems in the defense sector, owing to growing complexities in military operations, is expected to drive the growth of the global Vehicle Intercom System Market.

Market Drivers

• Increasing military expenditure of developing countries- The growing military expenditure of developing countries such as China and India owing to the rising territorial conflicts is expected to drive the growth of the market.

• Increasing need for smooth and uninterrupted communication

• Growing military modernization programs

• Rising complexities of military operations

Market Restraints

• Issues related to rising threats of cyber-warfare


• Maintaining interoperability of disparate communication technologies

Segmentation

By Technology

• Analog: The analog segment dominated the market in 2019 due to the benefits offered, such as low ownership cost and easy processing of data.

• Digital: The segment is expected to grow at the higher CAGR during the forecast period, 2020 to 2026. The increasing focus of all the regulatory authorities on the use of different types of digital wired or wireless vehicle intercom systems in various operations is driving the growth of the digital segment in the global vehicle intercom system market.

By Application

• Military Vehicles: This segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period, 2020 to 2026, owing to the growing adoption of advanced armored vehicles by countries such as the US, China, and India due to their advanced features such as interoperable communication systems, linkless feed systems, and others.

• Commercial Vehicles: This segment dominated the global market in 2019, owing to factors such as the increasing use of vehicle intercom systems in various vehicles such as SUVs, limousines, and heavy trucks.

• Airport Ground Support Vehicles: This segment is expected to grow with a steady CAGR during the study period primarily due to the increasing use of advanced communication systems by the airport authorities for smooth airport management.

• Emergency Vehicles: The increasing riots and conflicts in both developed and developing countries are increasing the adoption of advanced vehicle intercom systems in police vehicles to offer enhanced communication to police personnel during crowd control activities.

By Type

• Wired: The wired segment dominated the global market in 2019, primarily due to factors such as the increased awareness about the risks of cyber warfare and threats among almost every nation across the world.

• Wireless: The wired segment is expected to grow at a higher CAGR during the forecast period, 2020 to 2026, owing to factors such as the rising demand for wireless intercom systems in various combat and search & rescue operations for better connectivity.

By Region

• North America: North America dominated the vehicle intercom system market in 2019 due to the presence of prominent technology companies such as L3Harris Technologies, Inc. and David Clark Company.

• Europe: The increasing military modernization programs in countries such as the UK and Germany is expected to drive the regional market growth during the forecast period.

• Asia-Pacific: The market in this region is projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. The growing defense sectors in countries such as China, Japan, and India are expected to increase the demand for vehicle intercom systems in the region.

• Rest of the World: Increasing incidences of cyber threats in countries such as GCC, Brazil, and South Africa are expected to increase the demand for vehicle intercom systems in the region.

Vehicle Intercom System Market Key Players

• Cobham Limited (UK)


• L3Harris Technologies, Inc. (US)


• David Clark Company (US)


• Elbit Systems Ltd. (Israel)


• Thales Group (France)


• EID, S.A. (Portugal)


• SyTech Corporation (US)


• Teldat Group (Spain)


• C-AT Communications-Applied Technology (US)


• Wolf Elec Intercoms (UK)


• Aselsan A.S. (Turkey)

Other Prominent Players

• Vitavox (UK)


• GENTEX CORPORATION (US)


• Leonardo SpA (Italy)


• MER Group (Israel)


• Secomak Ltd. (UK)