The global GNSS simulators market size is anticipated to reach USD 329.7 million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 9.7% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The growing complexity of GNSS technologies, such as GPS (Global Positioning System), Galileo, GLONASS, and BeiDou, has led to an increased demand for advanced testing solutions to simultaneously simulate the signals and behaviors of multiple satellite constellations.
In June 2023, Lockheed Martin launched the sixth Global Positioning System III (GPS III) satellite. It aimed to contribute to the ongoing modernization of the U.S. Space Force's GPS constellation by providing advanced technology to support the mission of Space Force operators. The satellite is designed to provide positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) data to civil and military users worldwide.
Research and development (R&D) efforts in GNSS technology, including advancements in satellite navigation systems, signal processing techniques, and receiver architectures, are driving innovation in the market. GNSS simulators play a crucial role in validating new GNSS technologies, testing prototype systems, and conducting performance evaluations, driving demand from research institutions, academia, and technology developers. Governments and private sector organizations worldwide are investing in the development of next-generation satellite navigation systems to enhance global navigation capabilities and reduce reliance on existing GNSS systems.
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Based on component, the hardware segment accounted for the largest revenue share of 46.4% in 2023 and is anticipated to witness the fastest CAGR during the forecast period, owing to the advancements in semiconductor and radio frequency technology
Based on type, the single channel segment is anticipated to witness the fastest CAGR during the forecast period, due to the growing adoption of advanced navigation systems and the increasing emphasis on safety standards
Based on receiver, the GPS segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2023 due to the growing integration of GPS technology across various industries and applications, including automotive, aviation, agriculture, and telecommunications
Based on application, the navigation & mapping segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2023 owing to the rapid expansion of location-based services (LBS) and digital mapping applications in sectors such as transportation, logistics, urban planning, and outdoor recreation
Based on end-use, the consumer electronics segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2023 due to the increasing demand for precise positioning and navigation capabilities in portable devices
North America dominated the market with a share of 37.3% in 2023 due to the widespread use of GNSS technology in various industries, such as aerospace, defense, transportation, and telecommunications
In July 2022, u-blox and Position Partners collaborated to enhance GNSS augmentation services across New Zealand and Australia, to provide customers with comprehensive global coverage through the u-blox PointPerfect GNSS augmentation service
Grand View Research has segmented the global GNSS simulators market based on component, type, GNSS receiver, application, end-use, and region:
GNSS Simulators Component Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)
Hardware
Software
Services
GNSS Simulators Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)
Single Channel
Multichannel
GNSS Simulators GNSS Receiver Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)
GPS
Galileo
GLONASS
BeiDou
Others
GNSS Simulators Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)
Navigation & Mapping
Surveying
Vehicle Assistance System
Location-based Services
Others
GNSS Simulators End-use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)
Automotive
Aerospace
Defense
Consumer Electronics
Others
GNSS Simulators Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
UK
Germany
Italy
France
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
South Korea
Australia
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Argentina
Middle East & Africa
UAE
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
List of Key Players in the GNSS Simulators Market
Accord Software & Systems Private Limited.
Averna
CAST Navigation, LLC
Hexagon AB
IP SOLUTIONS
Keysight Technologies
Rohde & Schwarz
SAFRAN
Spirent Communications
SYNTONY
Tersus GNSS Inc
u-blox
VIAVI Solutions Inc.
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