Market Size of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Market Size (2024) | USD 2.13 Billion |
| Market Size (2029) | USD 5.45 Billion |
| CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 20.62 % |
| Fastest Growing Market | North America |
| Largest Market | North America |
Major Players
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Autonomous Underwater Vehicles Market Analysis
The Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Market size is estimated at USD 2.13 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 5.45 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 20.62% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
The market is driven by the wide applications of autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) in multiple sectors, such as exploration and research, resource exploration, environment monitoring, defense and security, infrastructure inspection, and scientific research.
The adoption of AUVs has also increased due to their stability, low deployment cost, improved data quality, and excellent navigation algorithms. These benefits have made applying autonomous underwater vehicles a safe option for many. For instance, they are deployed in the oil and gas industry to create seafloor maps. The military also uses them for inspection and identification. This has aided commerce and security in many nations.
Underwater vehicle technology is expected to lead to attractive opportunities for manufacturing companies. Developing cost-effective communication technology for underwater vehicles with excellent disturbance tolerance will significantly fuel market growth.
However, increasing operational costs and uncertainty in the operational performance of AUVs are likely to hinder market growth.
