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The global antenna cable market size is estimated to grow by USD 1.51 billion, at a CAGR of 4.36% between 2023 and 2028. The market is experiencing significant growth due to several key drivers. One of the primary factors is the increasing adoption of cables for broadband Internet access, as more households and businesses rely on reliable and high-speed connections. Additionally, the growing investment in the aerospace sector, particularly in satellite communication systems, is driving demand for advanced antenna cables. However, the market is also facing challenges, including the declining CATV subscriber base in several countries due to the rise of streaming services. The antenna cables are also used for connecting equipment and antennas in mobile telecommunication stations. Despite this, the market is expected to continue growing, driven by advancements in technology and increasing demand for high-performance antenna cables in various industries. It also includes an in-depth analysis of drivers, trends, and challenges. Furthermore, the report includes historic market data from 2018 to 2022.
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The Antenna Cable Market encompasses a range of cable types used for data transmission and radio frequency (RF) applications. These cables include Medium Voltage, High Voltage, and Low Voltage varieties, as well as Optical Fiber Cables. The market utilizes various materials such as Aluminum, Copper, and Glass. In the realm of power transmission, Antenna Cables are employed in Building and Construction projects for both Power Transmission and Transport applications. Trends in this market include the use of Overhead Installation and the integration of advanced technologies like Reflector Geometry, Common mode currents, Vertical polarization, and Measurement errors mitigation. Ferrite toroid suppressors and Isolating filters are crucial components in Antenna Systems, which consist of Radiating cables, Leaky feeder, and Conventional antennas. These systems provide extensive Coverage for Power Station and other applications, ensuring reliable Data Transmission. Coaxial cables are a significant part of this market, offering a balance between cost and performance.
The digitization of television networks in developing countries is notably driving the market growth. Many countries in developing regions still use antennas with an ordinary insulated pair of wires to connect to television channels. This method is used only with unencrypted radio waves, which are not required to be connected to set-top boxes to decode the channels. This analog technology is being phased out rapidly in most countries in favor of digital networks, which allow channel management on a per-user basis.
Moreover, analog networks only allow one-way communication from the broadcaster to the viewer and involve the drawback of signal interference, causing video and audio noise in channels. On the other hand, digital television networks over antenna cables do not have these interference issues due to their shielded construction. To enforce the digitization of CATV in the country, the Indian government passed a mandate in 2012, forcing cable operators to use set-top boxes on consumer premises. This move will enable high-quality content delivery to subscribers while reducing the cost of cable services and allowing broadcasters to monitor content consumption patterns. Hence, these developments are expected to drive the growth of the global market during the forecast period.
The expanding infrastructure and construction growth are major trends in the market. Rising economic activity and rapid urbanization are rapidly boosting the growth of new infrastructure and construction activities. The infrastructure industry is expected to witness exponential growth during the forecast period, led by China, India, Russia, Brazil, and the US, which will contribute to more than 70% of the growth.
Furthermore, the surge in demand for mobile devices that are equipped with next-generation wireless internet access is likely to spur the construction and demand for mobile towers, stations, and related equipment, all of which are large consumers of antenna cables. These cables are used for supplying television services and providing internet access and telephony services to homes and offices. Therefore, the increase in infrastructure spending can become a major growth driver for the global market during the forecast period.
The technological advances in audio and video interfaces are major challenges impeding market growth. Antenna cables were conventionally used to connect television devices to the CATV network. They are mostly used in cathode-ray tube (CRT) televisions for video input. But the sales of CRT television sets have been declining steadily due to their replacement by flat-panel LCD and LED televisions. This is a major challenge to the market in focus.
Furthermore, another challenge for the global market is the development of newer interfacing technologies for video and audio input. The introduction of technologies like Digital Visual Interface (DVI) and High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) has replaced the use of antenna cables almost completely for video interfaces and in many applications of audio interfaces as well. Additionally, antenna cables are also being replaced in the premium audio segment by optical digital and HDMI connectors. Therefore, such factors can become a major challenge for the growth of the global market during the forecast period.
The report includes the adoption lifecycle of the market, covering from the innovator’s stage to the laggard’s stage. It focuses on adoption rates in different regions based on penetration. Furthermore, the report also includes key purchase criteria and drivers of price sensitivity to help companies evaluate and develop their growth strategies.
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Companies are implementing various strategies, such as strategic alliances, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, and product/service launches, to enhance their presence in the market.
Kingsignal Technology Co. Ltd. - The company offers antenna cables such as corrugated coaxial cable, CATV coxial cable.
The report also includes detailed analyses of the competitive landscape of the market and information about 15 market companies, including:
Qualitative and quantitative analysis of companies has been conducted to help clients understand the wider business environment as well as the strengths and weaknesses of key market players. Data is qualitatively analyzed to categorize companies as pure play, category-focused, industry-focused, and diversified; it is quantitatively analyzed to categorize companies as dominant, leading, strong, tentative, and weak.
The market share growth by the telecommunication segment will be significant during the forecast period. Antenna cables find significant use in the interconnection between different types of telecom equipment. Telephone switching stations, exchanges, mobile communications towers, and satellite transmitters need antenna cables to transmit interference-free signals to ensure optimal quality of data and voice sent over the networks. Moreover, antenna cables are also used in providing wired telephony services in some countries.
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The telecommunication segment was valued at USD 2.37 billion in 2018. The increase in demand for telecommunication in the future directly stems from the growth of mobile and wireless consumers and the development of next-generation technologies. The demand for antenna cables is increasing primarily due to the rise in fixed broadband subscriptions and an increase in the adoption of 5G. Also, growing internet use and a rise in the number of mobile users have fostered the need for higher data transfer across regions. Furthermore, increasing investments in 5G by market participants across the world will accelerate the demand for antenna cables from telecommunication service providers. The rise in digital transformation initiatives and programs, the growing adoption of hybrid cloud IT and network architecture, and the construction of 5G network base stations will accelerate the demand for antenna cables for connecting several base stations to the distribution point, which will drive the growth of the telecommunication segment in the global market during the forecast period.
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APAC is estimated to contribute 46% to the growth of the global market during the forecast period. Technavio’s analysts have elaborately explained the regional trends and drivers that shape the market during the forecast period. APAC will be the fastest-growing market for antenna cables in the coming years primarily due to high demand from several rapidly growing economies. China and Japan are the largest consumers of antenna cables in the region. The growth of the market in APAC can also be attributed to several factors, including the digitization of CATV networks, the growth of mobile telecommunication networks, and the replacement of slow digital subscriber line (DSL) Internet with high-speed cable networks. Further, the number of users in Indonesia will also grow by more than twice its current numbers. As the mobile telecommunication sector is a major consumer of antenna cables, it is expected to notably push market demand in the region during the early forecast period, with market maturity likely to be witnessed during the later stages.
The market research report provides comprehensive data (region-wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in "USD billion " for the period 2024-2028, as well as historical data from 2018-2022 for the following segments.
The market is advancing with improvements in infrastructure and digitalization. Key trends include the use of fiber optics networks and submarine cable systems to enhance connectivity and data transfer in IT facilities and data centers. The demand for high-performance cables and wires, such as lightweight, flame-retardant, and ferrite-loaded options, is driven by needs in smart grid technology and smart home appliances. Installation insights highlight the importance of shielding and grounding to prevent electromagnetic interference and noise attenuation. Technologies like twisted pair and ribbon cables, along with connectors such as pigtail connections, are crucial for reducing crosstalk and ensuring high-frequency performance. Additionally, effective cable segregation and filtering techniques address issues like differential mode signals and common mode cable currents, ensuring optimal electromagnetic compatibility.
Further, the market is evolving with advancements in infrastructure improvements and automation. Optical fiber cables and RF cable are pivotal in enhancing fiber optics networks for efficient data transmission. Lightweight, flame-retardant cables with ferrite-loaded designs are increasingly used in applications like aircraft and renewable energy systems. Key components such as duplexers, radiating cables, and leaky feeders support robust antenna system. Innovations in cables and connectors, including ribbon cables and pigtail connections, address challenges like crosstalk and magnetic field coupling. Effective shielding, low-pass filtering, and ferrite chokes mitigate parasitic reactances and ensure high-frequency performance. As raw material costs fluctuate, emphasis on reducing cable faults and improving surface transfer impedance remains critical for optimizing signal quality and reliability.
Industry Scope |
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Report Coverage |
Details |
Page number |
177 |
Base year |
2023 |
Historic period |
2018 - 2022 |
Forecast period |
2024-2028 |
Growth momentum & CAGR |
Accelerate at a CAGR of 4.36% |
Market growth 2024-2028 |
USD 1.51 billion |
Market structure |
Fragmented |
YoY growth 2023-2024(%) |
4.11 |
Regional analysis |
APAC, Europe, North America, Middle East and Africa, and South America |
Performing market contribution |
APAC at 46% |
Key countries |
China, US, Japan, Germany, and South Korea |
Competitive landscape |
Leading Companies, Market Positioning of Companies, Competitive Strategies, and Industry Risks |
Key companies profiled |
Amphenol Corp., Belden Inc., CommScope Holding Co. Inc., HUBER SUHNER AG, Infinite Electronics Inc., JV Industries Pvt. Ltd., Kingsignal Technology Co. Ltd., Leoni AG, LS Cable and System Ltd., Nexans SA, Prysmian Spa, Relemac Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Southwire Co. LLC, Sumitomo Electric Industries Ltd., Synergy Telecom Pvt. Ltd., TE Connectivity Ltd., Trexon, Trigiant Group Ltd., W. L. Gore and Associates Inc., and Zhuhai Hansen Technology Co. Ltd. |
Market dynamics |
Parent market analysis, Market growth inducers and obstacles, Fast-growing and slow-growing segment analysis, Market growth and Forecasting, COVID 19 impact and recovery analysis and future consumer dynamics, Market condition analysis for the market forecast period |
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1 Executive Summary
2 Market Landscape
3 Market Sizing
4 Historic Market Size
5 Five Forces Analysis
6 Market Segmentation by Application
7 Market Segmentation by End-user
8 Customer Landscape
9 Geographic Landscape
10 Drivers, Challenges, and Opportunity/Restraints
11 Competitive Landscape
12 Competitive Analysis
13 Appendix
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