PUBLISHER: Persistence Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1786531

PUBLISHER: Persistence Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1786531

Microwave Transmission Equipment Market: Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast, 2025 - 2032

PUBLISHED: August 1, 2025

PAGES: 250 Pages

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Description

Persistence Market Research has recently released a comprehensive report on the worldwide market for microwave transmission equipment. The report offers a thorough assessment of crucial market dynamics, including drivers, trends, opportunities, and challenges, providing detailed insights into the market structure.

Key Insights:

Microwave Transmission Equipment Market Size (2025E): USD 5,884.3 Million
Projected Market Value (2032F): USD 7,436.0 Million
Global Market Growth Rate (CAGR 2025 to 2032): 3.4%

Microwave Transmission Equipment Market - Report Scope:

Microwave transmission equipment plays a vital role in wireless communication networks, facilitating high-capacity, long-distance data transmission. This equipment is essential in supporting mobile backhaul, television broadcasting, satellite communications, and military applications. The market is driven by the need for efficient bandwidth management and the growing demand for reliable wireless connectivity in both urban and remote areas. The adoption of microwave equipment spans telecom operators, broadcasters, defense agencies, and government entities, leveraging point-to-point and point-to-multipoint configurations.

Market Growth Drivers:

The global microwave transmission equipment market is propelled by several key factors, including the rapid expansion of 4G and 5G mobile networks, rising internet penetration, and the demand for high-speed data services. Increased reliance on cloud-based applications and data-intensive services has created a pressing need for robust backhaul solutions, where microwave systems offer a cost-effective and scalable alternative to fiber optics. Furthermore, the adoption of hybrid microwave-fiber solutions and the integration of software-defined networking (SDN) are reshaping transmission strategies across industries.

Market Restraints:

Despite robust growth prospects, the microwave transmission equipment market faces challenges such as spectrum availability, regulatory limitations, and weather-related signal degradation. The allocation of suitable frequency bands is critical for optimal performance, yet varies widely by region, often slowing deployment. Additionally, the growing preference for fiber-based infrastructure in urban environments poses competitive pressure. Manufacturers must navigate these constraints through regulatory alignment, innovation in frequency optimization, and improved equipment resilience.

Market Opportunities:

The microwave transmission equipment market presents substantial growth opportunities driven by the proliferation of smart cities, IoT ecosystems, and rural connectivity initiatives. Governments and telecom providers are increasingly investing in infrastructure development in underserved areas, where microwave systems offer a practical solution for rapid deployment. Innovations such as millimeter-wave technology, full-outdoor units (FOUs), and adaptive modulation techniques are expected to boost performance and broaden application scope. Strategic partnerships, product innovation, and regional expansion are key to unlocking new revenue streams.

Key Questions Answered in the Report:

What are the primary factors driving the growth of the microwave transmission equipment market globally?
Which equipment types and applications are fueling demand across telecommunications, defense, and broadcast sectors?
How are technological advancements, such as millimeter-wave and SDN integration, reshaping the competitive landscape?
Who are the leading companies in the microwave transmission equipment market, and what are their strategies for maintaining market leadership?
What are the emerging trends and future prospects in global wireless transmission infrastructure?

Competitive Intelligence and Business Strategy:

These companies invest in R\&D to develop compact, high-capacity, and energy-efficient solutions tailored for evolving mobile and fixed wireless networks. Collaborations with telecom operators, spectrum regulators, and satellite service providers strengthen their market presence. Emphasis on turnkey solutions, remote management capabilities, and AI-driven network optimization contributes to competitive differentiation.

Key Companies Profiled:

Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
NEC Corp.
Alcatel-Lucent S.A.
LM Ericsson Telefon AB
Ceragon Networks Ltd.
DragonWave Inc.
Anritsu
Giga-Tronics Inc.
Intracom Telecom
MegaFon
Aviat Networks

Microwave Transmission Equipment Market Research Segmentation:

By Mounting Type:

Full-Indoor
Split-Mount
Full-Outdoor

By Network Technology:

Packet Microwave
Hybrid Microwave
Small-Cell Backhaul
Time Division Multiplexing

By Application:

Navigation
Cellular Communication
Radio Telecommunication
Satellite Communication
Radar
Broadband Communication

By Component:

Antennas
RF Processing Units
IDUs
ODUs
Cables and Connectors

By Frequency Band:

L Band
S Band
C band
X Band
KU Band
Ka Band
V Band
E Band
W Band

By Region:

North America
Latin America
Europe
Asia Pacific
Middle East and Africa

Product Code: PMRREP33448

1. Executive Summary

1.1. Global Microwave Transmission Equipment Market Snapshot 2025 and 2032
1.2. Market Opportunity Assessment, 2025-2032, US$ Mn
1.3. Key Market Trends
1.4. Industry Developments and Key Market Events
1.5. Demand Side and Supply Side Analysis
1.6. PMR Analysis and Recommendations

2. Market Overview

2.1. Market Scope and Definitions
2.2. Value Chain Analysis
2.3. Macro-Economic Factors
- 2.3.1. Global GDP Outlook
- 2.3.2. Global Construction Industry Overview
- 2.3.3. Global Mining Industry Overview
2.4. Forecast Factors - Relevance and Impact
2.5. COVID-19 Impact Assessment
2.6. PESTLE Analysis
2.7. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
2.8. Geopolitical Tensions: Market Impact
2.9. Regulatory and Technology Landscape

3. Market Dynamics

3.1. Drivers
3.2. Restraints
3.3. Opportunities
3.4. Trends

4. Price Trend Analysis, 2019-2032

4.1. Region-wise Price Analysis
4.2. Price by Segments
4.3. Price Impact Factors

5. Global Microwave Transmission Equipment Market Outlook: Historical (2019-2024) and Forecast (2025-2032)

5.1. Key Highlights
5.2. Global Microwave Transmission Equipment Market Outlook: Mounting Type
- 5.2.1. Introduction/Key Findings
- 5.2.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis by Mounting Type, 2019-2024
- 5.2.3. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Mounting Type, 2025-2032
  - 5.2.3.1. Full-Indoor
  - 5.2.3.2. Split-Mount
  - 5.2.3.3. Full-Outdoor
- 5.2.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis: Mounting Type
5.3. Global Microwave Transmission Equipment Market Outlook: Network Technology
- 5.3.1. Introduction/Key Findings
- 5.3.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis by Network Technology, 2019-2024
- 5.3.3. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Network Technology, 2025-2032
  - 5.3.3.1. Packet Microwave
  - 5.3.3.2. Hybrid Microwave
  - 5.3.3.3. Small-Cell Backhaul
  - 5.3.3.4. Time Division Multiplexing
- 5.3.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis: Network Technology
5.4. Global Microwave Transmission Equipment Market Outlook: Application
- 5.4.1. Introduction/Key Findings
- 5.4.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis by Application, 2019-2024
- 5.4.3. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Application, 2025-2032
  - 5.4.3.1. Navigation
  - 5.4.3.2. Cellular Communication
  - 5.4.3.3. Radio Telecommunication
  - 5.4.3.4. Satellite Communication
  - 5.4.3.5. Radar
  - 5.4.3.6. Broadband Communication
- 5.4.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis: Application
5.5. Global Microwave Transmission Equipment Market Outlook: Component
- 5.5.1. Introduction/Key Findings
- 5.5.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis by Component, 2019-2024
- 5.5.3. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Component, 2025-2032
  - 5.5.3.1. Antennas
  - 5.5.3.2. RF Processing Units
  - 5.5.3.3. IDUs
  - 5.5.3.4. ODUs
  - 5.5.3.5. Cables and Connectors
- 5.5.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis: Component
5.6. Global Microwave Transmission Equipment Market Outlook: Frequency Band
- 5.6.1. Introduction/Key Findings
- 5.6.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis by Frequency Band, 2019-2024
- 5.6.3. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Frequency Band, 2025-2032
  - 5.6.3.1. L Band
  - 5.6.3.2. S Band
  - 5.6.3.3. C band
  - 5.6.3.4. X Band
  - 5.6.3.5. KU Band
  - 5.6.3.6. Ka Band
  - 5.6.3.7. V Band
  - 5.6.3.8. E Band
  - 5.6.3.9. W Band
- 5.6.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis: Frequency Band

6. Global Microwave Transmission Equipment Market Outlook: Region

6.1. Key Highlights
6.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis by Region, 2019-2024
6.3. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Region, 2025-2032
- 6.3.1. North America
- 6.3.2. Europe
- 6.3.3. East Asia
- 6.3.4. South Asia & Oceania
- 6.3.5. Latin America
- 6.3.6. Middle East & Africa
6.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis: Region

7. North America Microwave Transmission Equipment Market Outlook: Historical (2019-2024) and Forecast (2025-2032)

7.1. Key Highlights
7.2. Pricing Analysis
7.3. North America Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Country, 2025-2032
- 7.3.1. U.S.
- 7.3.2. Canada
7.4. North America Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Mounting Type, 2025-2032
- 7.4.1. Full-Indoor
- 7.4.2. Split-Mount
- 7.4.3. Full-Outdoor
7.5. North America Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Network Technology, 2025-2032
- 7.5.1. Packet Microwave
- 7.5.2. Hybrid Microwave
- 7.5.3. Small-Cell Backhaul
- 7.5.4. Time Division Multiplexing
7.6. North America Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Application, 2025-2032
- 7.6.1. Navigation
- 7.6.2. Cellular Communication
- 7.6.3. Radio Telecommunication
- 7.6.4. Satellite Communication
- 7.6.5. Radar
- 7.6.6. Broadband Communication
7.7. North America Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Component, 2025-2032
- 7.7.1. Antennas
- 7.7.2. RF Processing Units
- 7.7.3. IDUs
- 7.7.4. ODUs
- 7.7.5. Cables and Connectors
7.8. North America Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Frequency Band, 2025-2032
- 7.8.1. L Band
- 7.8.2. S Band
- 7.8.3. C band
- 7.8.4. X Band
- 7.8.5. KU Band
- 7.8.6. Ka Band
- 7.8.7. V Band
- 7.8.8. E Band
- 7.8.9. W Band

8. Europe Microwave Transmission Equipment Market Outlook: Historical (2019-2024) and Forecast (2025-2032)

8.1. Key Highlights
8.2. Pricing Analysis
8.3. Europe Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Country, 2025-2032
- 8.3.1. Germany
- 8.3.2. Italy
- 8.3.3. France
- 8.3.4. U.K.
- 8.3.5. Spain
- 8.3.6. Russia
- 8.3.7. Rest of Europe
8.4. Europe Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Mounting Type, 2025-2032
- 8.4.1. Full-Indoor
- 8.4.2. Split-Mount
- 8.4.3. Full-Outdoor
8.5. Europe Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Network Technology, 2025-2032
- 8.5.1. Packet Microwave
- 8.5.2. Hybrid Microwave
- 8.5.3. Small-Cell Backhaul
- 8.5.4. Time Division Multiplexing
8.6. Europe Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Application, 2025-2032
- 8.6.1. Navigation
- 8.6.2. Cellular Communication
- 8.6.3. Radio Telecommunication
- 8.6.4. Satellite Communication
- 8.6.5. Radar
- 8.6.6. Broadband Communication
8.7. Europe Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Component, 2025-2032
- 8.7.1. Antennas
- 8.7.2. RF Processing Units
- 8.7.3. IDUs
- 8.7.4. ODUs
- 8.7.5. Cables and Connectors
8.8. Europe Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Frequency Band, 2025-2032
- 8.8.1. L Band
- 8.8.2. S Band
- 8.8.3. C band
- 8.8.4. X Band
- 8.8.5. KU Band
- 8.8.6. Ka Band
- 8.8.7. V Band
- 8.8.8. E Band
- 8.8.9. W Band

9. East Asia Microwave Transmission Equipment Market Outlook: Historical (2019-2024) and Forecast (2025-2032)

9.1. Key Highlights
9.2. Pricing Analysis
9.3. East Asia Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Country, 2025-2032
- 9.3.1. China
- 9.3.2. Japan
- 9.3.3. South Korea
9.4. East Asia Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Mounting Type, 2025-2032
- 9.4.1. Full-Indoor
- 9.4.2. Split-Mount
- 9.4.3. Full-Outdoor
9.5. East Asia Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Network Technology, 2025-2032
- 9.5.1. Packet Microwave
- 9.5.2. Hybrid Microwave
- 9.5.3. Small-Cell Backhaul
- 9.5.4. Time Division Multiplexing
9.6. East Asia Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Application, 2025-2032
- 9.6.1. Navigation
- 9.6.2. Cellular Communication
- 9.6.3. Radio Telecommunication
- 9.6.4. Satellite Communication
- 9.6.5. Radar
- 9.6.6. Broadband Communication
9.7. East Asia Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Component, 2025-2032
- 9.7.1. Antennas
- 9.7.2. RF Processing Units
- 9.7.3. IDUs
- 9.7.4. ODUs
- 9.7.5. Cables and Connectors
9.8. East Asia Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Frequency Band, 2025-2032
- 9.8.1. L Band
- 9.8.2. S Band
- 9.8.3. C band
- 9.8.4. X Band
- 9.8.5. KU Band
- 9.8.6. Ka Band
- 9.8.7. V Band
- 9.8.8. E Band
- 9.8.9. W Band

10. South Asia & Oceania Microwave Transmission Equipment Market Outlook: Historical (2019-2024) and Forecast (2025-2032)

10.1. Key Highlights
10.2. Pricing Analysis
10.3. South Asia & Oceania Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Country, 2025-2032
- 10.3.1. India
- 10.3.2. Southeast Asia
- 10.3.3. ANZ
- 10.3.4. Rest of SAO
10.4. South Asia & Oceania Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Mounting Type, 2025-2032
- 10.4.1. Full-Indoor
- 10.4.2. Split-Mount
- 10.4.3. Full-Outdoor
10.5. South Asia & Oceania Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Network Technology, 2025-2032
- 10.5.1. Packet Microwave
- 10.5.2. Hybrid Microwave
- 10.5.3. Small-Cell Backhaul
- 10.5.4. Time Division Multiplexing
10.6. South Asia & Oceania Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Application, 2025-2032
- 10.6.1. Navigation
- 10.6.2. Cellular Communication
- 10.6.3. Radio Telecommunication
- 10.6.4. Satellite Communication
- 10.6.5. Radar
- 10.6.6. Broadband Communication
10.7. South Asia & Oceania Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Component, 2025-2032
- 10.7.1. Antennas
- 10.7.2. RF Processing Units
- 10.7.3. IDUs
- 10.7.4. ODUs
- 10.7.5. Cables and Connectors
10.8. South Asia & Oceania Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Frequency Band, 2025-2032
- 10.8.1. L Band
- 10.8.2. S Band
- 10.8.3. C band
- 10.8.4. X Band
- 10.8.5. KU Band
- 10.8.6. Ka Band
- 10.8.7. V Band
- 10.8.8. E Band
- 10.8.9. W Band

11. Latin America Microwave Transmission Equipment Market Outlook: Historical (2019-2024) and Forecast (2025-2032)

11.1. Key Highlights
11.2. Pricing Analysis
11.3. Latin America Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Country, 2025-2032
- 11.3.1. Brazil
- 11.3.2. Mexico
- 11.3.3. Rest of LATAM
11.4. Latin America Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Mounting Type, 2025-2032
- 11.4.1. Full-Indoor
- 11.4.2. Split-Mount
- 11.4.3. Full-Outdoor
11.5. Latin America Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Network Technology, 2025-2032
- 11.5.1. Packet Microwave
- 11.5.2. Hybrid Microwave
- 11.5.3. Small-Cell Backhaul
- 11.5.4. Time Division Multiplexing
11.6. Latin America Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Application, 2025-2032
- 11.6.1. Navigation
- 11.6.2. Cellular Communication
- 11.6.3. Radio Telecommunication
- 11.6.4. Satellite Communication
- 11.6.5. Radar
- 11.6.6. Broadband Communication
11.7. Latin America Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Component, 2025-2032
- 11.7.1. Antennas
- 11.7.2. RF Processing Units
- 11.7.3. IDUs
- 11.7.4. ODUs
- 11.7.5. Cables and Connectors
11.8. Latin America Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Frequency Band, 2025-2032
- 11.8.1. L Band
- 11.8.2. S Band
- 11.8.3. C band
- 11.8.4. X Band
- 11.8.5. KU Band
- 11.8.6. Ka Band
- 11.8.7. V Band
- 11.8.8. E Band
- 11.8.9. W Band

12. Middle East & Africa Microwave Transmission Equipment Market Outlook: Historical (2019-2024) and Forecast (2025-2032)

12.1. Key Highlights
12.2. Pricing Analysis
12.3. Middle East & Africa Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Country, 2025-2032
- 12.3.1. GCC Countries
- 12.3.2. South Africa
- 12.3.3. Northern Africa
- 12.3.4. Rest of MEA
12.4. Middle East & Africa Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Mounting Type, 2025-2032
- 12.4.1. Full-Indoor
- 12.4.2. Split-Mount
- 12.4.3. Full-Outdoor
12.5. Middle East & Africa Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Network Technology, 2025-2032
- 12.5.1. Packet Microwave
- 12.5.2. Hybrid Microwave
- 12.5.3. Small-Cell Backhaul
- 12.5.4. Time Division Multiplexing
12.6. Middle East & Africa Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Application, 2025-2032
- 12.6.1. Navigation
- 12.6.2. Cellular Communication
- 12.6.3. Radio Telecommunication
- 12.6.4. Satellite Communication
- 12.6.5. Radar
- 12.6.6. Broadband Communication
12.7. Middle East & Africa Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Component, 2025-2032
- 12.7.1. Antennas
- 12.7.2. RF Processing Units
- 12.7.3. IDUs
- 12.7.4. ODUs
- 12.7.5. Cables and Connectors
12.8. Middle East & Africa Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Frequency Band, 2025-2032
- 12.8.1. L Band
- 12.8.2. S Band
- 12.8.3. C band
- 12.8.4. X Band
- 12.8.5. KU Band
- 12.8.6. Ka Band
- 12.8.7. V Band
- 12.8.8. E Band
- 12.8.9. W Band

13. Competition Landscape

13.1. Market Share Analysis, 2025
13.2. Market Structure
- 13.2.1. Competition Intensity Mapping
- 13.2.2. Competition Dashboard
13.3. Company Profiles
- 13.3.1. Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  - 13.3.1.1. Company Overview
  - 13.3.1.2. Product Portfolio/Offerings
  - 13.3.1.3. Key Financials
  - 13.3.1.4. SWOT Analysis
  - 13.3.1.5. Company Strategy and Key Developments
- 13.3.2. NEC Corp.
- 13.3.3. Alcatel-Lucent S.A.
- 13.3.4. LM Ericsson Telefon AB
- 13.3.5. Ceragon Networks Ltd.
- 13.3.6. DragonWave Inc.
- 13.3.7. Anritsu
- 13.3.8. Giga-Tronics Inc.
- 13.3.9. Intracom Telecom
- 13.3.10. MegaFon
- 13.3.11. Aviat Networks

14. Appendix

14.1. Research Methodology
14.2. Research Assumptions
14.3. Acronyms and Abbreviations

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