Global Military Data Links Market Research Report by Platform, by Application, by Component, by Band, by Frequency, by Link Type, by Point-Of-Sale, by Military Standard, and by Region Forecast till 2032

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Global Military Data Links Market Research Report by Platform (Ground, Airborne, Naval, Unmanned Systems, Weapons), by Application (Command and Control, Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance, Radio Communications), by Component (Terminals, Radio Sets, Modems, Routers, Controllers, Transceivers, Monitors, Others), by Band [Ka/K Band, X-Band (Air to Ground), Ku Band, S-Band, C-Band, L-Band, HF Band, VHF Band, UHF Band], by Frequency (High Frequency, Ultra-High Frequency), by Link Type (Link 11, Link 16, Link 22, JREAP-A, JREAP-C, VMF), by Point-Of-Sale (OEM, Aftermarket), by Military Standard (MIL STD 6011, MIL STD 6016, MIL STD 6017, MIL STD 6020, MIL STD 3011), and by Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, South & Central America) Forecast till 2032

Industry Overview

The global military data links market is forecasted to expand at a CAGR of 5.3% between 2024 and 2032, reaching USD 11,084.4 million by the end of the period. A Military Data Link is a specialized communication network that allows defense platforms to transmit, receive, and share mission-critical information securely. By integrating land, sea, air, and space assets, these links enhance battlefield efficiency, decision-making, and joint-force collaboration.

Global military spending has been growing and reached a record of USD 2.4 trillion in 2023, which has become a major factor in driving the military data links market. As the reliance on advanced technological defense has increased, the use of AI, autonomous systems, and the need for secure data links have gone beyond just being an essential. These systems enable seamless exchange of sensor data, command instructions, and targeting information across domains, ensuring real-time situational awareness. With the U.S. and China leading investments, data links are now a central pillar of modern defense capabilities.

Major Company Development

L3Harris Technologies achieved a big success by making two important moves. In June 2023, the company merged its acquired Tactical Data Links (TDL) business with its Communication Systems Division, thus broadening its expertise in secure, real-time defense communications. With this move, L3Harris has further extended its presence in the global market to Dubai, where in February 2024, it signed a strategic partnership with Calidus Aerospace LLC. The partnership aims to develop airborne ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) capabilities and increase MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) capacity for mission-critical defense systems in the UAE, the Middle East, North Africa, and beyond. With this collaboration, L3Harris is setting itself up as an industry leader in the defense technology arena.

Key Players

Major players in the global military data links market are L3Harris Technologies, Honeywell International, General Dynamics Corporation, Lockheed Martin Corporation, Elbit Systems, Leonardo S.P.A., BAE Systems, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Thales Group, and Northrop Grumman.

Report Attribute Details

Market Size 2032 USD 11,084.4 Million

CAGR (2024-2032) 5.3%

Base Year 2023

Market Forecast Period 2024-2032

Historical Data 2019-2023

Industry Segmentations

By Platform: Ground - 5.5%, Airborne - 5.0%.

By Application: Command and Control - 5.0%, Intelligence, Surveillance, & Reconnaissance - 5.5%.

By Component: Terminals - 5.9%, Radio Sets - 4.9%.

By Band: Ka/K Band - 6.2%, X-Band - 5.5%.

By Frequency: High Frequency - 5.6%, Ultra-High Frequency - 5.2%.

By Link Type: Link 11 - 5.9%, Link 16 - 4.9%.

By Point-Of-Sale: OEM - 5.1%, Aftermarket - 6.1%.

By Military Standard: MIL STD 6011 - 5.6%, MIL STD 6016 - 5.1%.

Regional Analysis

North America represents the strong growth in the military data links market, which has been driven largely by the consistent U.S. defense budget and innovations in tactical data links. The deployment of Link 16 to space is no longer just a technical demonstration but reflects a strategic imperative for multidomain connectivity. With the U.S. contributing a dominant USD 2,657.5 million in 2023 and Canada adding USD 96.1 million, North America continues to lead the military data links market through strong defense investments.

Europe's market is characterized by collaborative defense programs that are aimed at ensuring communication standards and securing interoperable among the allied forces. The region's technological base is going to be strengthened by investments in modernized Link 11/11B and next-generation radios. The European market reflects steady growth, supported by the UK (USD 202.3 million), Germany (USD 194.2 million), and France (USD 165.6 million), highlighting a balanced regional contribution.

Rising regional conflicts, especially in the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait, are the main reason behind the Asia-Pacific demand for advanced military data links that have to be quick and reliable. APAC demonstrates rapid expansion, led by China (USD 866.6 million), with India (USD 306.8 million) and Japan (USD 193.0 million) reinforcing the region's rising defense modernization efforts.

South and Central America are gradually boosting investments in communication modernization, focusing on enhanced situational awareness and force coordination. Countries like Brazil are spearheading procurement initiatives that emphasize interoperability between platforms.

Defense spending in the Middle East continues to rise, with military data links being a cornerstone of modernization efforts. Advanced systems are being deployed to improve operational command, surveillance, and joint-force communication. Meanwhile, African nations are investing in tactical data link systems as part of their long-term defense capability development.

Product Code: MRFR/A&D/30896-CR

1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

2 MARKET INTRODUCTION

2.1 DEFINITION
2.2 SCOPE OF THE STUDY
2.3 RESEARCH OBJECTIVE
2.4 MARKET STRUCTURE

3 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3.1 OVERVIEW
3.2 DATA FLOW
- 3.2.1 Data Mining Process
3.3 PURCHASED DATABASE:
3.4 SECONDARY SOURCES:
- 3.4.1 Secondary Research data flow:
3.5 PRIMARY RESEARCH:
- 3.5.1 Primary Research DATA FLOW:
- 3.5.2 Primary Research: Number of Interviews conducted
- 3.5.3 Primary Research: Regional Coverage
3.6 APPROACHES FOR MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION:
- 3.6.1 Revenue Analysis Approach
3.7 DATA FORECASTING
- 3.7.1 Data forecasting Technique
3.8 DATA MODELING
- 3.8.1 microeconomic factor analysis:
- 3.8.2 Data modeling:
3.9 TEAMS AND ANALYST CONTRIBUTION

4 MARKET DYNAMICS

4.1 INTRODUCTION
4.2 DRIVERS
- 4.2.1 Increasing Military Spending
- 4.2.2 Rise of cyber warfare and electronic warfare
4.3 RESTRAINT
- 4.3.1 High cost of development and deployment
- 4.3.2 Limited interoperability between different data link systems
4.4 OPPORTUNITY
- 4.4.1 Development of new data link technologies that are resistant to jamming and hacking
- 4.4.2 Increasing adoption of unmanned systems
4.5 FUTURE TRENDS
- 4.5.1 Ka Band/K Band SATCOM datalinks (GEO SAT and LEO/MEO)
4.6 COVID IMPACT ANALYSIS
- 4.6.1 impact on overall ICT domain
- 4.6.2 Impact On Global Military Data Links Market
- 4.6.3 Impact On Market Demand Of Military Data Links Market
- 4.6.4 Impact On Pricing Of Military Data Links Market

5 MARKET FACTOR ANALYSIS

5.1 VALUE CHAIN ANALYSIS
- 5.1.1 Design and Development
- 5.1.2 Component and Subsystem Manufacturing
- 5.1.3 System Integration and Assembly
- 5.1.4 Platform Integration and Installation
- 5.1.5 Operations and Maintenance
- 5.1.6 End-User/Military Deployment
5.2 PORTER'S FIVE FORCES MODEL (P)
- 5.2.1 Threat of New Entrants:
- 5.2.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers:
- 5.2.3 Threat of Substitutes:
- 5.2.4 Bargaining Power of Buyers:
- 5.2.5 Rivalry:

6 GLOBAL MILITARY DATA LINKS MARKET, BY PLATFORM

6.1 OVERVIEW
6.2 GROUND
- 6.2.1 Ground Control Stations/Command Centre:
- 6.2.2 Armoured Vehicles:
- 6.2.3 Soldiers:
6.3 AIRBORNE
- 6.3.1 Fixed:
- 6.3.2 Rotary:
6.4 NAVAL
- 6.4.1 Ships:
- 6.4.2 Submarines:
6.5 UNMANNED SYSTEMS
- 6.5.1 UGV:
- 6.5.2 UAS:
- 6.5.3 Underwater Vehicles:
6.6 WEAPONS

7 GLOBAL MILITARY DATA LINKS MARKET, BY APPLICATION

7.1 OVERVIEW
7.2 COMMAND AND CONTROL
7.3 INTELLIGENCE, SURVEILLANCE, & RECONNAISSANCE
7.4 RADIO COMMUNICATIONS

10 GLOBAL MILITARY DATA LINKS MARKET, BY FREQUENCY

10.1 OVERVIEW
10.2 HIGH FREQUENCY
10.3 ULTRA-HIGH FREQUENCY

11 GLOBAL MILITARY DATA LINKS MARKET, BY LINK TYPE

11.1 OVERVIEW
11.2 LINK 11
11.3 LINK 16
11.4 LINK 22
11.5 JREAP-A
11.6 JREAP-C
11.7 VMF

12 GLOBAL MILITARY DATA LINKS MARKET, BY POINT-OF-SALE

12.1 OVERVIEW
12.2 OEM
12.3 AFTERMARKET

13 GLOBAL MILITARY DATA LINKS MARKET, BY MILITARY STANDARD

13.1 INTRODUCTION
13.2 MIL STD 6011
13.3 MIL STD 6016:
13.4 MIL-STD 6017
13.5 MIL STD 6020:
13.6 MIL STD 3011:

14 GLOBAL MILITARY DATA LINKS MARKET, BY REGION

14.1 OVERVIEW
- 14.1.1 Global Military Data Links market, by Region, 2023 VS 2032 (USD MILLION)
- 14.1.2 Global Military Data Links market, BY Region, 2019-2032 (USD mILLION)
14.2 NORTH AMERICA
- 14.2.1 US
- 14.2.2 Canada
- 14.2.3 Mexico
14.3 EUROPE
- 14.3.1 Germany
- 14.3.2 UK
- 14.3.3 France
- 14.3.4 Italy
- 14.3.5 Spain
- 14.3.6 Austria
- 14.3.7 Netherlands
- 14.3.8 Belgium
- 14.3.9 Sweden
- 14.3.10 Denmark
- 14.3.11 Norway
- 14.3.12 Poland
- 14.3.13 Portugal
- 14.3.14 TURKEY
- 14.3.15 REST OF EUROPE
14.4 ASIA-PACIFIC
- 14.4.1 China
- 14.4.2 Japan
- 14.4.3 India
- 14.4.4 South Korea
- 14.4.5 Australia
- 14.4.6 REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC
14.5 SOUTH AND CENTRAL AMERICA
- 14.5.1 Brazil
- 14.5.2 Argentina
- 14.5.3 Chile
- 14.5.4 REST OF SOUTH & CENTRAL AMERICA
14.6 MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA
- 14.6.1 Saudi Arabia
- 14.6.2 UAE
- 14.6.3 Qatar
- 14.6.4 South Africa
- 14.6.5 REST OF MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA

15 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

15.1 INTRODUCTION
15.2 COMPETITOR DASHBOARD
15.3 PUBLIC PLAYERS STOCK SUMMARY
15.4 COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS: KEY PLAYERS FINANICAL
15.5 COMPANY MARKET SHARE ANALYSIS, 2023
15.6 KEY DEVELOPMENTS & GROWTH STRATEGIES
- 15.6.1 New Product launch/ Development
- 15.6.2 Merger & Acquisition
- 15.6.3 Partnership/Collaboration, Investment, Expansion, and Others

16 COMPANY PROFILES

16.1 L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES.
- 16.1.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 16.1.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 16.1.3 PRODUCTS OFFERed
- 16.1.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 16.1.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 16.1.6 Key Strategies:
16.2 HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION
- 16.2.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 16.2.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 16.2.3 PRODUCTS OFFERed
- 16.2.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 16.2.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 16.2.6 Key Strategies
16.3 GENERAL DYNAMICS CORPORATION
- 16.3.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 16.3.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 16.3.3 PRODUCTS OFFERed
- 16.3.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 16.3.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 16.3.6 Key Strategies
16.4 LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION
- 16.4.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 16.4.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 16.4.3 PRODUCTS OFFERed
- 16.4.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 16.4.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 16.4.6 Key Strategies
16.5 ELBIT SYSTEMS
- 16.5.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 16.5.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 16.5.3 PRODUCTS OFFERed
- 16.5.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 16.5.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 16.5.6 Key Strategies
16.6 LEONARDO S.P.A
- 16.6.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 16.6.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 16.6.3 PRODUCTS OFFERed
- 16.6.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 16.6.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 16.6.6 Key Strategies
16.7 BAE SYSTEMS
- 16.7.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 16.7.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 16.7.3 PRODUCTS OFFERed
- 16.7.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 16.7.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 16.7.6 Key Strategies
16.8 RAYTHEON TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION
- 16.8.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 16.8.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 16.8.3 PRODUCTS OFFERed
- 16.8.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 16.8.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 16.8.6 Key Strategies
16.9 THALES GROUP
- 16.9.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 16.9.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 16.9.3 PRODUCTS OFFERed
- 16.9.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 16.9.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 16.9.6 Key Strategies
16.10 NORTHROP GRUMMAN
- 16.10.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 16.10.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 16.10.3 PRODUCTS OFFERed
- 16.10.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 16.10.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 16.10.6 Key Strategies