PUBLISHER: The Insight Partners | PRODUCT CODE: 1149705
PUBLISHER: The Insight Partners | PRODUCT CODE: 1149705
The underwater connector market in Europe is expected to grow from US$ 547.47 million in 2022 to US$ 812.93 million by 2028; it is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 6.8% from 2022 to 2028.
The growing investment in new technologies is the major factor driving the Europe underwater connector market. Industries are integrating new technologies and using different raw materials to produce new underwater connectors with improved performance and durability in underwater conditions. Various carriers and network firms require high-speed data transmission systems, which demand the use of modern undersea cable connectors. Integrating new technologies increases the demand for underwater cable connectors as undersea mining and oil exploration become more common. For instance, NiobiCon is a novel type of underwater electrical connection that allows for power and data transfer without the use of seals, oil, or moving parts. This technology was created to solve the inefficiency of the underwater recharging of autonomous vehicles. The niobium connector develops its own thin isolating layer when it comes into contact with water, which is scraped off when the connection is completed. The layer regenerates immediately after being unplugged. Northrop Grumman engineers developed the technique to establish a safe, dependable, and economical means to link electric currents in a wet or corrosive environment while keeping the power flowing. Moreover, the investment in new technology by government and private institutes has increased. With the increase in government and private investments in research and development activities, underwater connectors are used in offshore, geophysical, oil and gas, oceanographic, and marine defense applications operated by research, commercial, and defense organizations. As a result, the underwater connector market is expected to grow rapidly over the forecast period.
With the new features and technologies, vendors can attract new customers and expand their footprints in emerging markets. This factor is likely to drive the Europe underwater connector market. The Europe underwater connector market is expected to grow at a good CAGR during the forecast period.
Europe Underwater Connector Market Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Million)
Europe Underwater Connector Market Segmentation
The Europe underwater connector market is segmented into type, connection, application, and country.
Based on type, the Europe underwater connector market is segmented into rubber-molded, inductive coupling, fluid-filled underwater mateable connector, and rigid-shell/bulk headed. The rubber-molded segment led the market in 2022.
In terms of connection, the Europe underwater connector market is segmented into electrical, optical fiber, and hybrid. The electrical segment dominated the market in 2022.
Based on application, the underwater connector market is segmented into military & defense, oil & gas, telecommunications, oceanography, ROVs/AUVs, and others. The telecommunications segment held the largest share in 2022.
Based on country, the Europe underwater connector market is segmented into France, Germany, Italy, the UK, Russia, and the Rest of Europe. Russia held the largest market share in 2022.
Fischer Connectors SA, Gisma Steckverbinder GmbH, Glenair, Hydro Group Plc., TE Connectivity, and Teledyne Marine are among the leading companies operating in the underwater connector market in Europe.