PUBLISHER: IMARC | PRODUCT CODE: 1636370
PUBLISHER: IMARC | PRODUCT CODE: 1636370
The global submarine battery market size reached USD 1.14 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 1.68 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.16% during 2025-2033. The burgeoning military and defense industry, rising need for unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), and the escalating demand for reliable and robust submarine batteries are some of the key factors driving the market.
A submarine battery is used to operate a submarine when it is submerged underwater and returns to the surface. It is positioned in the flooded bottom of the submarine and relies on the onboard battery charger while the submarine reaches the sea. It is developed without the usage of cobalt, nickel, and other heavy metals to avoid harmful environmental impacts. It is maintenance-free and designed to avoid rusting while providing safety during extreme situations, such as fire and accidents. A submarine battery helps the submarine in staying underwater for extended periods and drive while needing shorter charging times. It also offers high energy density, improved charge and discharge dynamics, and enhanced operational life. It assists in operating the nuclear submarine and resolving problems with the nuclear reactor and generator.
At present, the increasing demand for navy submarines to launch ballistic missiles, perform rescue operations, and serve as the base of nuclear weapons is contributing to the growth of the market. Moreover, there is a rise in the demand for unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs) for intelligence gathering, mine-hunting, scientific exploration, and ship-hull inspection to provide an accurate picture under the surface. This, along with the thriving military and defense industry, is offering lucrative growth opportunities to industry investors. Besides this, governments of several countries are investing in the military sector to construct nuclear-powered attack submarines, which is strengthening the growth of the market. In addition, the rising demand for lithium-ion batteries to reduce the weight of submarines and provide a high energy-to-weight ratio is propelling the growth of the market. Apart from this, there is an increase in the demand for energy efficient systems and hybrid marine propulsion systems across the globe. This, coupled with the growing demand for reliable and robust batteries that can deliver high currents, is positively influencing the market. Additionally, the increasing utilization of valve-regulated lead acid (VRLA) batteries to provide high surge currents at low temperatures around the world is offering a positive market outlook. The rising employment of VRLA batteries as uninterruptible power supply (UPS), emergency power supply systems, and telecommunications base stations is also supporting the growth of the market.
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