Global Advanced Extremely High Frequency Systems Market 2016-2020

Overview of the advanced extremely high frequency (AEHF) systems market

Technavio’s market research analyst predicts the global advanced extremely high frequency (AEHF) systems market to grow at a CAGR of more than 6% by 2020.  Advanced EHF is a series of communications satellite systems operated by the US Air Force Space Command. They are used to relay secure communications for the US Armed Forces, the British Army, the Canadian Armed Forces, and the Royal Netherlands Forces. AEHF systems provide vastly improved global, survivable, jam-proof, protected communications for strategic and tactical users on ground, sea, and air platforms. With the growing applications of these systems in intelligence gathering, navigation, and military communications, the market is expected to witness tremendous growth in the coming years.

The market is witnessing the adoption of inflatable SATCOM antennas which are designed for ground military use in remote areas and harsh weather conditions. These are deployed in such locations where the movement and installation of standard rigid satellite antennas are tough. These antennas are low weight and portable and have the transmission power advantages of a large antenna. The SAT1741-S is a dual band AEHF transportable antenna satellite system with Ku- and Q-band operation, which supports the AEHF satellite and takes less than 30 minutes for the setup.

Segmentation by type and analysis of the AEHF systems market

• ISR
• Navigation
• SATCOM

During 2015, the intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) segment dominated the AEHF systems market and accounted for around 36% of the overall market share. The ISR activities play a crucial role in planning and supporting the AEHF systems that govern the military operations. Moreover, it keeps the army personnel alert against enemy threats. It stimulates military forces to increase lethality, effectiveness, and coordination. Owing to the several advantages that ISR offers, there have been several investments in the AEHF ISR systems which will drive the growth of this segment in the coming years.

Segmentation by country and analysis of the AEHF systems market

• Canada
• Netherlands
• United Kingdom
• United States

The first contract for the development of AEHF satellites was granted by the US Air Force to Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman.  The contract covered the development and launch of three satellites and the construction of a mission control segment. The contract was managed by the military satellite communication (MILSATCOM) program office of the US Air Force Space and Missile Systems Center. Canada became the first international partner of the US to communicate using the AEHF satellite systems, subsequently followed by Netherlands and the UK.

Competitive landscape and key vendors

The market is highly competitive where the vendors compete on the basis of in-house manufacturing capabilities, global footprint network, R&D investments, product offerings, newer technologies, and a strong client base. Factors such as global economic recovery and the rapid growth of the aerospace and defense sector have opened immense opportunities for the growth of the market vendors. Also, the players are focusing on providing cost-effective and high-quality AEHF satellite systems with latest technology and materials to gain a competitive edge over their peers.

Key vendors in the market are -

• Boeing
• Lockheed Martin
• Northrop Grumman
• Raytheon
• Thales

Key questions answered in the report include

• What will the market size and the growth rate be in 2020?
• What are the key factors driving the global AEHF systems market?
• What are the key market trends impacting the growth of the global AEHF systems market?
• What are the challenges to market growth?
• Who are the key vendors in the global AEHF systems market?
• What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the vendors in the global AEHF systems market?
• Trending factors influencing the market shares of Canada, Netherlands, the UK, and the US.
• What are the key outcomes of the five forces analysis of the global AEHF systems market?

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