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The Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) Test Equipment Market size is projected to increase by USD 829.07 million, at a CAGR of 7.79% between 2023 and 2028. The growth rate of the market depends on several factors, including rising demand for high-speed Ethernet, increasing number of data centers and increasing data traffic. Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) test equipment can be defined as all the tools or devices that are designed to verify and validate the performance, reliability and compliance of GbE networks. This equipment is essential to ensure the proper functioning of switches, cables, routers, and other network interfaces, which allows enterprises, data centers, and service providers to achieve high levels of network performance by testing for and solving network connectivity problems.
The report includes a comprehensive outlook on the market offering forecasts for the industry segmented by Type, which comprises 10 GbE, 50 GbE, and more than 100 GbE. Additionally, it categorizes End-user into telecommunication, manufacturing, automotive, and others and covers Region, including North America, APAC, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and South America. The report provides market size, historical data spanning from 2018 to 2022, and future projections, all presented in terms of value in USD million for each of the mentioned segments.
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Rising demand for high-speed Ethernet is notably driving the market development. Ethernet was originally used for LAN; as a result, it was made to handle the smaller bandwidth. However, with the rise in the adoption of Ethernet in different applications, the demand for larger bandwidth and test equipment that can handle high-speed Ethernet networks has increased. Further, the adoption of high-speed Ethernet will aid end-users in ensuring smooth network flow, it would also increase the demand for holistic testing to realize its true benefit. The need to maintain the continuity and reliability of 400 and more GBE will require highly efficient testing, which, in turn, will drive the demand for gigabit ethernet test equipment market
Also, companies are developing test solutions for more than 100 GBE networks. With these multi-rate options, network equipment manufacturers can test products at speeds based on the new IEEE 802.3cd draft standard and IEEE 802.3bs standard. In August 2022, Keysight Technologies Inc. collaborated with Nokia to demonstrate the first public 800GBE test, validating the readiness of next-generation optics for service providers and network operators. Thus, the rising demand for high-speed Ethernet is anticipated to leverage during the forecast period.
Continuous technological developments are an emerging trend shaping market development. The increasing need for high-speed data has created the need for fast and low-cost data transmission. Ethernet test equipment has now been equipped with sophisticated protocol analysis capabilities, enabling the real-time capture and analysis of network traffic, which can be used to troubleshoot network problems, identify performance limitations, and ensure that Ethernet standards are adhered to. To meet the needs of distributed networks and large-scale networks, Ethernet-based test equipment is increasingly equipped with automation features, as well as remote monitoring capabilities, enabling the centralized control and management of test equipment over distributed networks.
However, as cloud computing and software-defined networking (SDN) are becoming increasingly popular, test equipment manufacturers are incorporating various testing capabilities into a single device to provide end-to-end testing solutions that are not limited to traffic generation, latency measurement, error detection, and performance monitoring. Thus, continuous technological developments will drive the growth of the market during the forecast period.
Network compatibility issues are a significant challenge hindering market growth. Compatibility issues related to GbE equipment faced by end-users are a key challenge for players in the gigabit ethernet test equipment market. Compatibility issues due to the lack of across-the-board standards related to Ethernet network equipment increase the workload for network administrators. The existing test equipment used in Ethernet services by network administrators may not be conducive to the efficient management of bandwidth, thus posing a major operational challenge for service providers.
Consequently, network administrators not only have to ensure network compatibility of the GbE equipment but also find dedicated test equipment to solve connectivity issues. However, network administrators are opting for ordinary switches that have high network compatibility, thus negatively affecting the demand for GbE test equipment. Thus, the compatibility issues in Ethernet test equipment will hinder the growth of the market during the forecast period.
The market share growth by the 10 GbE segment will be significant during the forecast period. 10 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) networks are used for transmitting data at a rate of 10 billion bits per second. These networks are mainly used in LAN and MAN because they are cost-effective and less complex Ethernet solutions to manage data among networks. Test functions for 10 GBE related to switching and routing include testing of frame loss, latency, generation of Internet Protocol (IP), and upper-layer traffic.
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The 10 GbE segment segment was the largest and was valued at USD 834.51 million in 2018. More corporate organizations are adopting 10 GBE Ethernet with a decline in its cost of deployment. Businesses are moving from Frame Relay and time-division multiplexing (TDM) services to IP/Ethernet services owing to their ability to support cloud computing, convergence, and virtualization in the data center. The increase in the use of high-speed Internet and the growth of the 4th Generation (4G) mobile applications have driven the adoption of 10 GBE, which has consequently increased the demand for 10 GBE test equipment. Furthermore, the increasing data traffic and advancement in communication infrastructure will drive the segment and, in turn, the market during the forecast period.
The increase in data traffic will fuel the telecommunication segment which in turn increases the market growth. In addition, the demand for wireless technologies is leading to the increased need for high bandwidth. The increase in wireless back-haul is prompting service providers to focus on building scalable networks. Thus, operators need to upgrade the network equipment in front-haul and back-haul network infrastructures to manage data traffic and increase the performance of mobile networks. The increasing Internet penetration, growing adoption of IoT devices, and implementation of automation technologies across various sectors are driving the demand for Ethernet solutions in telecommunication network infrastructure. This, in turn, will drive the segment, which will boost the growth of the gigabit ethernet (GbE) test equipment market during the forecast period.
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North America is estimated to contribute 35% to the growth of the global market during the forecast period. Technavio's analysts have provided extensive insight into the market forecast, detailing the regional market trends and analysis along with drivers influencing the gigabit ethernet test equipment market's trajectory throughout the forecast period. The majority of demand for GbE test equipment in North America is expected to arise from the US, owing to the widespread adoption of the Internet in the country. Cloud computing and Big data are quite popular in North America among private and government organizations. 5G, artificial intelligence (AI), and IoT applications are increasing data traffic, creating unprecedented bandwidth demands in networks and data centers in North America. This, in turn, will increase the demand for GbE and, in turn, GbE test equipment during the forecast period.
In addition, in the cloud computing market, some of the top companies, such as Microsoft Corp., Alphabet Inc. (Google), and Oracle Corp., are in the US. The increasing use of cloud computing and big data has driven the demand for GbE test equipment. In addition, edge computing is also gaining traction in North America, which will positively impact the market during the forecast period.
The market forecasting report includes the adoption lifecycle of the market research and growth, 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 market growth and trends strategies.
Global Market Customer Landscape
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.
Agilent Technologies Inc. - The company offers gigabit ethernet test equipment such as N2620A FrameScope Pro.
ALBEDO Telecom Inc. - The company offers gigabit ethernet test equipment such as xGenius, which is a handheld tester equipped with a large touch screen to make easier the analysis and results interpretation easier.
Anritsu Corp. - The company offers gigabit ethernet test equipment such as MU909060A. The instrument gives the user facilities for easy bandwidth verification, connectivity testing, and service availability verification.
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The market research report forecasts market growth by revenue at global, regional & country levels and provides an analysis of the latest trends and growth opportunities from 2018 to 2028
Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) Test Equipment Market Scope |
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Report Coverage |
Details |
Page number |
176 |
Base year |
2023 |
Historic period |
2018-2022 |
Forecast period |
2024-2028 |
Growth momentum & CAGR |
Accelerate at a CAGR of 7.79% |
Market Growth 2024-2028 |
USD 829.07 million |
Market structure |
Fragmented |
YoY growth 2023-2024(%) |
7.59 |
Regional analysis |
North America, APAC, Europe, South America, and Middle East and Africa |
Performing market contribution |
North America at 35% |
Key countries |
US, China, Japan, Germany, and UK |
Competitive landscape |
Leading Companies, Market Positioning of Companies, Competitive Strategies, and Industry Risks |
Key companies profiled |
Agilent Technologies Inc., ALBEDO Telecom Inc., Anritsu Corp., Beijing Xinertel Technology Co. Ltd., EXFO Inc., Fluke Corp., GAO Tek Inc., GL Communications Inc., IDEAL INDUSTRIES Inc., Keysight Technologies Inc., Marvell Technology Inc., NetScout Systems Inc., NextGig Systems Inc., Spirent Communications plc, TE Connectivity Ltd., Teledyne Technologies Inc., VeEX Inc., Viavi Solutions Inc., Xenech Solutions Ltd., and Yokogawa Electric Corp. |
Market dynamics |
Parent market analysis, Market growth inducers and obstacles, Fast-growing and slow-growing segment analysis, COVID-19 impact and recovery analysis and future consumer dynamics, Market condition analysis for the forecast period. |
Customization purview |
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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 Type
7 Market Segmentation by End-user
8 Customer Landscape
9 Geographic Landscape
10 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends
11 Vendor Landscape
12 Vendor Analysis
13 Appendix
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