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In 2023, the worldwide market for autonomous underwater gliders (AUGs) was assessed at US$ 1.7 billion.
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It is anticipated that the market will increase at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 10.0% from 2024 to 2034, culminating in a projected value of US$ 4.7 billion by the conclusion of 2034.
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The surge in market size can be attributed to heightened investments in underwater research and a heightened emphasis on fortifying maritime defense capabilities.
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Autonomous underwater gliders (AUGs) are a subset of autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs). The global market size of autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) was recorded at USD 1.09 billion in 2023.
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Projections indicate that the market is set to escalate to USD 4.62 billion by 2031, exhibiting a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 19.80% over the forecast duration spanning from 2024 to 2031.
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AUGs are heralding a new era of oceanic exploration, with their ability to plumb the abyssal depths of the oceans, conducting intricate surveys of shipwrecks.
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Enhancements in sensor and communication technologies have fine-tuned the capabilities of these submersible proxies, propelling their demand.
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Autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) offer a flexible and efficient means of monitoring underwater environments, identifying potential hazards, and establishing secure navigation paths for both naval and commercial ships.
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The autonomous operation capability of AUV control systems, enabling extended missions in demanding conditions, proves particularly advantageous in military settings.
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With maritime security emerging as a critical concern amid geopolitical uncertainties and the rising threat of underwater terrorism, the uptake of AUV technology is anticipated to persist in its upward trajectory.
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North America, with its robust adoption of unmanned systems in the navy, spearheaded the AUG market in 2023.
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The Asia Pacific region holds a prominent position in the autonomous underwater glider market.
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Heightened tensions among neighboring countries in Asia-Pacific have prompted an escalation in defense expenditures as nations seek to bolster their military capacities.
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The transformative potential of AUVs and AUGs extends well into various domains, including environmental studies, archaeological exploration, and the oil and gas industry.
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Notably, recent collaborations between major companies like Teledyne Marine and Kongsberg Discovery are witnessing the integration of sophisticated echo sounders onto gliders, enhancing their oceanographic monitoring prowess.
Relevant articles:
– Autonomous Underwater Gliders Market Outlook 2034: Anticipated Growth from $1.7 Billion in 2023 to $4.7 Billion by 2034 at a 10.0% CAGR, openPR.com
– Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Market Size & Share, Fact.MR
– Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) Market Size, Scope, Overview, databridgemarketresearch.com
– Autonomous Underwater Glider Market projected to reach USD 6.0 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 9.9% during the forecast period of 2023-2030 – says MarketDigits in its latest study, Yahoo Finance