Autonomous Naval Vessel Market to Reach $2.2 Billion by 2029, Expanding at 9% CAGR

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What Is The Expected CAGR For The Autonomous Naval Vessel Market Through 2025?
The autonomous naval vessel market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.42 billion in 2024 to $1.56 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing naval modernization programs, rising demand for unmanned surveillance operations, growing focus on maritime border security, increasing adoption of remotely operated vessels, and rising investments in defense automation.

The autonomous naval vessel market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.20 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.0%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of artificial intelligence-based navigation systems, rising demand for persistent maritime capabilities, growing need for cost-effective naval operations, increasing focus on minimizing human risk in combat zones, and rising interest in autonomous mine countermeasure systems. Major trends in the forecast period include advancements in autonomous navigation technologies, integration of artificial intelligence in vessel control systems, technology-driven shift toward unmanned surface and underwater platforms, developments in sensor fusion and maritime situational awareness, and integration of cybersecurity solutions in naval autonomy systems.

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Which Key Factors Will Influence Autonomous Naval Vessel Market Growth Over 2025-2034?
The increasing need for maritime security is expected to propel the growth of the autonomous naval vessel market going forward. Maritime security refers to the protection of vessels, ports, and coastal areas from threats such as piracy, terrorism, and illegal activities to ensure safe and secure maritime operations. The rising need for maritime security is driven by the surge in illegal maritime activities, as they threaten national sovereignty, disrupt trade routes, and compromise coastal safety. Autonomous naval vessels enhance maritime security by enabling continuous, unmanned surveillance and rapid threat detection across vast ocean areas. They reduce human risk by performing high-risk missions efficiently, strengthening coastal protection and operational readiness. For instance, in January 2024, according to the International Maritime Bureau (IMB) of International Chamber of Commerce, a France-based business organization, 120 incidents of maritime piracy and armed robbery were recorded in 2023, up from 115 in 2022. Therefore, the increasing need for maritime security is driving the growth of the autonomous naval vessel market.

Comprehensive Segment-Wise Insights Into The Autonomous Naval Vessel Market
The autonomous naval vessel market covered in this report is segmented –

1) By Type: Surface Vessel, Sub-Surface Vessels And Vehicles
2) By Autonomy: Fully Autonomous, Partially Autonomous
3) By Vessel Category: Newbuild, Retrofit
4) By Propulsion Type: Fully Electric, Conventional, Hybrid
5) By End User: Navies And Defense Forces, Commercial Shipping Operators, Research Institutions And Academia, Coast Guard And Homeland Security, Environmental Agencies

Subsegments:
1) By Surface Vessels: Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs), Autonomous Patrol Vessels, Mine Countermeasure Vessels, Surveillance And Reconnaissance Vessels, Logistic Support Vessels, Combat And Armed Surface Vessels
2) By Sub-Surface Vessels And Vehicles: Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs), Autonomous Submarines, Gliders, Towed Underwater Systems, Unmanned Combat Submersibles, Inspection And Survey Submersibles

What Are The Prominent Trends In The Autonomous Naval Vessel Market?
Major companies operating in the autonomous naval vessel market are focusing on developing advanced solutions, such as fully autonomous fleets, to enhance operational efficiency, expand mission capabilities, and reduce human intervention in maritime operations. Fully autonomous fleets refer to a network of unmanned vessels equipped with self-navigation, real-time decision-making, and adaptive mission execution, enabling seamless deployment for diverse maritime applications. For instance, in February 2025, Zerousv, a UK-based autonomous maritime technology company, launched the Oceanus12, an autonomous naval vessel designed for multi-mission adaptability, advanced maritime surveillance, and extended operational endurance. The Oceanus12 is a versatile autonomous naval vessel with modular payloads and advanced endurance systems, designed for efficient, low-carbon maritime missions such as surveillance, environmental monitoring, and defense, offering enhanced situational awareness and operational flexibility.

Analysis Of Key Players In Autonomous Naval Vessel Market
Major Companies operating in the autonomous naval vessel market are RTX Corporation, Lockheed Martin Corporation, Northrop Grumman Corporation, BAE Systems plc, Thales Group, L3Harris Technologies Inc., Textron Systems Corporation, Elbit Systems Ltd., Saab AB, Kongsberg Maritime AS, Fugro N.V, EXAIL Technologies SA, Ocean Infinity, Saildrone Inc., Maritime Applied Physics Corporation, Ocius Technology Ltd., Sea Machines Robotics Inc., SeaRobotics Corporation, Ocean Aero Inc, Buffalo Automation Group Inc., Metron Inc., Deep Ocean Engineering Inc.

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What Are The Key Regional Trends In The Autonomous Naval Vessel Market?
North America was the largest region in the autonomous naval vessel market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the autonomous naval vessel market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

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