Global military antenna market to reach $6.65 billion by 2031

HYDERABAD, India, Sept. 3, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- According to a report by Mordor Intelligence, the global military antenna market is set to expand significantly over the next five years, reaching a projected value of $6.65 billion by 2031. This growth, driven by advancements in electronic warfare and the need for reliable communications in contested environments, is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.42% from 2026.

The report highlights that the market is being fueled by several key factors, including defense modernization and the increasing deployment of unmanned aerial vehicles, tactical radios, satellite communication systems, and advanced radar platforms. These technological advancements are creating a demand for compact and high-performance antennas. Additionally, the adoption of electronically steered and software-defined antenna technologies is gaining momentum, offering militaries greater flexibility across various frequencies and missions.

Mordor Intelligence's Phani Kumar, Senior Research Manager, noted, "The military antenna market is being shaped by the growing adoption of tactical satellite communication (SATCOM) across Low Earth Orbit (LEO), Medium Earth Orbit (MEO), and Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO) networks. This transition is driven by the need for compact, multi-band terminals that can switch between satellite networks and maintain reliable connectivity in demanding environments."

The report also identifies trends in phased-array and electronically steered antennas as a significant driver of market growth. These technologies offer enhanced mobility, rapid beam steering, and more reliable performance with fewer mechanical components. Their adoption is expanding across armored vehicles, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), radar platforms, and hypersonic test systems.

In terms of regional distribution, North America remains the leading market, driven by continued US investment in tactical communications, submarine connectivity, and network modernization. Europe follows, supported by NATO interoperability requirements and modernization of military communication infrastructure. These regions benefit from an established defense technology base that supports advanced communication and connectivity requirements.

By platform, the airborne sector is expected to see substantial growth, alongside ground, naval, and space segments. The frequency bands include high, very high, ultra-high, super high, and extremely high frequencies, each supporting different applications such as communications, navigation, surveillance, electronic warfare, and telemetry.

Key players in the military antenna market include L3Harris Technologies, Rohde & Schwarz, RTX Corporation, Lockheed Martin, Saab, BAE Systems, Thales, Leonardo, Honeywell, Comrod, TCI International, Antcom, Hascall-Denke, Southwest Antennas, Terma, General Dynamics, ViaSat, MTI Wireless Edge, Radiall, Molex, and others.

The report further projects that the consumer drones market is expected to grow significantly, reaching a value of $13.1 billion by 2031, with a CAGR of 13.11%. Growth is driven by increased adoption for commercial and recreational applications, including logistics and surveillance, along with advancements in drone technologies.

Additionally, the space-based solar power market is projected to grow from $0.71 billion in 2026 to $4.61 billion by 2041, with a CAGR of 13.24%. This expansion is fueled by the increasing demand for clean and reliable energy, advancements in space-based solar power technologies, and rising investments in space infrastructure.

Lastly, the space robots market is expected to grow from $5.93 billion in 2026 to $8.76 billion by 2031, with a CAGR of 8.17%. This growth is driven by increasing space exploration missions, the deployment of robotic systems for satellite servicing and maintenance, and advancements in autonomous robotics and artificial intelligence.

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