Global Military Submarine Photonics Mast and Antenna Market 2025 by Company, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031

According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Military Submarine Photonics Mast and Antenna market size was valued at US$ 478 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 715 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 6.0% during review period.

A submarine is a naval platform that can stay underwater for an extended period to carry out missions, both offensive and defensive. It is a complex platform that includes multiple components. As radio waves cannot propagate in water, communication with submarines is difficult. To overcome this issue, submarines are being installed with antennas that can be raised above the water surface level, and employ ordinary radio transmissions for communication.

A photonics mast is a sensor on a submarine which functions similarly to a periscope without requiring a periscope tube, thus freeing design space during construction and limiting risks of water leakage in the event of damage. A photonics mast replaces the mechanical, line-of-sight viewing system with digital equipment, similar to a digital camera array, and it has fewer locational and dimensional constraints than a traditional periscope.

Unlike a periscope, it need not be located directly above its user, and it requires only a small pressure hull penetration for cabling. This allows the photonics mast to fit entirely within the sail of the submarine and means the control room need not be placed directly below the sail.

A photonics mast operates by rising above the water similarly to a telescoping car-antenna and provides information through an array of sensors, such as high definition low-light and thermo graphic cameras. Images and information can appear on display panels for analysis. The photonics mast can also support the navigation, electronic warfare, and communications functions of a conventional optical-periscope mast.

Submarines require a suite of antennas to provide the necessary communications, navigation, and Identification, Friend or Foe (IFF) capabilities. Submarine antennas, as compared to surface ship antennas, are unique in design, shape, materials, and performance due to a submarine’s space and weight limitations, extreme environmental conditions, and stealth considerations.

Players:

The global key players of Military Submarine Photonics Mast and Antenna include Thales, L3Harris Technologies, Safran, Hensoldt, Comrod Communication AS, Indra, Gabler Maschinenbau, and etc. In 2023, the global top five players occupied for a share approximately 58% in terms of revenue.

AI Technology:

While the physical characteristics of the mast are still being improved, the recent trend - and the main focus of current development - is to optimize image processing using the latest digital computing technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI). This in turn reduces the time the periscope/mast needs to be raised to less than three seconds in some cases, thereby reducing its chances of being detected. The ultimate goal is to collect as much information as possible with the fewest number of mast "raises".

Key Players:

HENSOLDT has a very busy development program in its submarine sensor product line. The company continues to develop its SERO series of periscope systems and has a strong market position in Asia and South America, providing embedded stand-alone installations or fully integrated console-operated retrofit solutions for older submarines. Development of the optronics mast "front end" continues, with the recent launch of the OMS -150 and -300 optronics masts. The OMS-150 now has integrated SWIR capabilities.

HENSOLDT also unveiled a new system called OctoEye360, which will enter service on Germany's new 212CD submarines in 2026.

Iridium satcom X-SUBs allow to send a phone call from submarine or to communicate by chat messages with shore for example. Encryption software can be implemented by the end-user to enhance communication security.

Israel is investing in new capabilities related to underwater warfare to counter the growing Iranian threat. Some systems are already operational, while others are still being tested. The latest to join is the Blue Whale unmanned submarine from Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI).

Italy purchases three Israeli unmanned submarines in March 2024.

This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Military Submarine Photonics Mast and Antenna market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by company, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.

Key Features:

Global Military Submarine Photonics Mast and Antenna market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), 2020-2031

Global Military Submarine Photonics Mast and Antenna market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), 2020-2031

Global Military Submarine Photonics Mast and Antenna market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), 2020-2031

Global Military Submarine Photonics Mast and Antenna market shares of main players, in revenue ($ Million), 2020-2025

The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:

To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries

To assess the growth potential for Military Submarine Photonics Mast and Antenna

To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market

To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace

This report profiles key players in the global Military Submarine Photonics Mast and Antenna market based on the following parameters - company overview, revenue, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Thales, L3Harris Technologies, Safran, Hensoldt, Comrod Communication AS, Indra, Gabler Maschinenbau, etc.

This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.

Market segmentation

Military Submarine Photonics Mast and Antenna market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for Consumption Value by Type and by Application. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.

Market segment by Type
Photonics Mast
Antenna

Market segment by Application
Military Reconnaissance
Military Strike

Market segment by players, this report covers
Thales
L3Harris Technologies
Safran
Hensoldt
Comrod Communication AS
Indra
Gabler Maschinenbau

Market segment by regions, regional analysis covers

North America (United States, Canada and Mexico)

Europe (Germany, France, UK, Russia, Italy and Rest of Europe)

Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, India, Southeast Asia and Rest of Asia-Pacific)

South America (Brazil, Rest of South America)

Middle East & Africa (Turkey, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Rest of Middle East & Africa)

The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 13 chapters:

Chapter 1, to describe Military Submarine Photonics Mast and Antenna product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.

Chapter 2, to profile the top players of Military Submarine Photonics Mast and Antenna, with revenue, gross margin, and global market share of Military Submarine Photonics Mast and Antenna from 2020 to 2025.

Chapter 3, the Military Submarine Photonics Mast and Antenna competitive situation, revenue, and global market share of top players are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.

Chapter 4 and 5, to segment the market size by Type and by Application, with consumption value and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031

Chapter 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10, to break the market size data at the country level, with revenue and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and Military Submarine Photonics Mast and Antenna market forecast, by regions, by Type and by Application, with consumption value, from 2026 to 2031.

Chapter 11, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, Porters Five Forces analysis.

Chapter 12, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Military Submarine Photonics Mast and Antenna.

Chapter 13, to describe Military Submarine Photonics Mast and Antenna research findings and conclusion.