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The global satellite vessel tracking market was valued at USD 145.6 million in 2024 and is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 16.5% from 2025 to 2034.
The entire shipping industry faces increasing pressure to ensure efficient, secure, and transparent operations. Real-time maritime surveillance is essential for monitoring vessel positions, managing routes, and detecting unauthorized activities such as piracy or illegal fishing. As international trade expands and safety protocols become more stringent, governments and private sectors are increasing investments in satellite-based tracking technologies.
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Base Year: | 2024 |
Satellite Vessel Tracking Market Size in 2024: | USD 145.6 Million |
Forecast Period: | 2025 - 2034 |
Forecast Period 2025 - 2034 CAGR: | 16.5% |
2034 Value Projection: | USD 659.7 Million |
Historical Data for: | 2021 - 2024 |
No. of Pages: | 230 |
Tables, Charts & Figures: | 290 |
Segments covered: | Satellite mass, orbit class, satellite subsystem, end-user |
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For instance, In June 2024, The UAE's Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Center have launched the "Satgate" maritime tracking project to enhance security. The initiative aims to create a database of ships docking at UAE ports, strengthen partnerships with satellite agencies, and expand coverage for better ship monitoring. A key feature will be tracking vessels that are not using traditional tracking systems, such as those with AIS transponders turned off. This demand is driven by the need for timely data to improve operational efficiency, prevent accidents, and ensure regulatory compliance.
Recent developments in satellite technology are significantly improving maritime tracking capabilities. Innovations such as high-throughput satellites (HTS), low Earth orbit (LEO) constellations, and more reliable data transmission have enhanced global connectivity for remote maritime areas. For instance, In April 2024, vessels with AuraNow on board will benefit from enhanced satellite connectivity through a partnership between Satcom Global and Intelsat. This collaboration combines Satcom Global's bandwidth and contract flexibility with Intelsat’s global fleet of high-throughput satellites (HTS), expanding AuraNow's coverage. The partnership enhances coverage in new regions, including the far south Indian Ocean, west of Panama, and southeast Pacific, while also doubling satellite assets and improving look angle options across East Asia and the North and Mid-Atlantic. These advancements enable near-instantaneous, continuous tracking of vessels, even in previously unmonitored regions like the Arctic or remote oceans.