Synthetic Aperture Radar Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Report Covers Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Market Share and it is segmented by Application (Military and Defense, Monitoring and Exploration) and Geography. The market size and forecasts are provided in terms of value (USD million) for all the above segments.

Synthetic Aperture Radar Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Market Size

Synthetic Aperture Radar Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 5.79 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 9.78 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 11.07 %
Fastest Growing Market Asia Pacific
Largest Market North America
Market Concentration Medium

Major Players

Synthetic Aperture Radar Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Market Analysis

The Synthetic Aperture Radar Market size is estimated at USD 5.79 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 9.78 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 11.07% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

The pandemic has led to increased demand for satellite imagery, including the economic impact of the virus and conducting remote monitoring of facilities and infrastructure. Further, the market is witnessing increased demand from the oil and gas industry. For instance, Ursa Space Systems, which offers satellite data and analytics, observed the impact of COVID-19 on global oil inventories as the company provides weekly reports on 11,000 oil storage tanks using SAR satellites.

  • With the proliferation of drones, innovation in navigation, and radar systems for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) driving, the demand for SAR systems and data is expected to play a vital role, and vendors in the market are expected to focus on expanding their presence in this space. For instance, IMSAR produces low-weight, size, and power synthetic aperture radar systems integrated with uncrewed aerial vehicles and drones; its NSP-3 is an all-weather multi-mode SAR used for land and maritime operations.
  • Moreover, the European Union's maritime safety agency (EMSA) also observed an increase in the need for SAR data, especially for its Copernicus Maritime Surveillance program, which offers earth observation products to member governments for law enforcement, fishery management, pollution monitoring, and other applications. EMSA's Copernicus Maritime Surveillance program buys Radarsat-2 data through MDA and TerraSAR-X data through Airbus; it also relies on free SAR data from Europe's Sentinel-1 satellite to detect oil spills under a separate program called CleanSeaNet.
  • Over the coming years, the Asia-Pacific region is expected to increase its funding in various military and environmental missions and partner with global players to expand its SAR capabilities further. For instance, the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), in partnership with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), is launching a dual-frequency synthetic aperture radar NISAR in the last year.
  • Despite various advantages of the SAR systems, it is significantly underused compared to traditional optical imagery. To overcome this, the Department of Commerce and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced licensing of Private Remote Sensing Space Systems, which revised the regulations for licensing the operation of private remote sensing space systems under the Land Remote Sensing Policy Act of 1992.

Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Industry Overview

The synthetic aperture radar market is moderately fragmented and consists of several international and regional vendors. Moreover, due to relatively moderate product differentiation, the companies are heavily investing in developing strategic decisions to maintain a distinct competitive advantage through collaborations and acquisitions.

  • June 2022 - After passing testing for integration with the satellite and finally with the launch vehicle, the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) mission payload is planned to be transported to India. For global observations over the whole land mass, including the Polar cryosphere and the Indian Ocean region, NISAR is a combined earth observation program between ISRO and NASA.

Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Market Leaders

  1. Lockheed Martin Corporation

  2. Airbus SE

  3. Aselsan A.S.

  4. BAE Systems PLC

  5. Cobham PLC

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Synthetic Aperture Radar Market Concentration
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Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Market News

  • In May 2022- ICEYE, a microsatellite manufacturer, recently announced a partnership with the European Space Agency to provide flood information to Copernicus Emergency Services. Important flood impact data from ICEYE that demonstrates the depth and scope of the flood will be provided.
  • In November 2022 - Synspective, a provider of synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite data and solutions, and Geo Climate Risk Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (GCRS), a solution provider, consultancy, and advisory services firm that focuses on natural hazards risk analytics and environmental and sustainability challenges, are happy to announce a new partnership for SAR-based analysis solutions for critical infrastructure and mining industries in India and throughout South Asia.

Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET INSIGHTS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Industry Attractiveness - Porters Five Force Analysis
    • 4.2.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.2.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    • 4.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.2.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.2.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
  • 4.3 Assessment of COVID-19 Impact on the Industry

5. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 5.1 Market Drivers
    • 5.1.1 Increasing Demand for Enhanced Imaging Technology for Remote Sensing
    • 5.1.2 Increasing Geopolitical Instabilities in the Middle East and Asia-Pacific Regions, Leading to Surveillance Demand
    • 5.1.3 Growing Demand of Synthetic Aperture Radar in Military and Defense Sector
  • 5.2 Market Restraints
    • 5.2.1 Performance Limitations of Synthetic Aperture Radar Systems

6. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 6.1 Application
    • 6.1.1 Military and Defense
    • 6.1.2 Monitoring and Exploration
    • 6.1.3 Other Applications
  • 6.2 Geography
    • 6.2.1 North America
    • 6.2.2 Europe
    • 6.2.3 Asia Pacific
    • 6.2.4 Latin America
    • 6.2.5 Middle East and Africa

7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 7.1 Company Profiles
    • 7.1.1 Lockheed Martin Corporation
    • 7.1.2 Airbus SE
    • 7.1.3 Aselsan A.S.
    • 7.1.4 BAE Systems Plc
    • 7.1.5 Cobham Plc (Advent)
    • 7.1.6 General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc.
    • 7.1.7 L3Harris Technologies
    • 7.1.8 IMSAR LLC
    • 7.1.9 Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd
    • 7.1.10 Leonardo SpA
    • 7.1.11 Maxar Technologies Ltd
    • 7.1.12 MetaSensing Group
    • 7.1.13 Northrop Grumman Corporation
    • 7.1.14 Raytheon Company
    • 7.1.15 Saab AB
    • 7.1.16 SAR AERO
    • 7.1.17 SRC Inc.
    • 7.1.18 Thales Group
  • *List Not Exhaustive

8. INVESTMENT ANALYSIS

9. FUTURE OF THE MARKET

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Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Industry Segmentation

Global Synthetic aperture radar is a form of radar used to create two-dimensional images or three-dimensional reconstructions of objects, such as landscapes. SAR uses the motion of the radar antenna over a target region to provide finer spatial resolution than conventional beam-scanning radars. The study highlights critical applications across areas, such as military and defense, monitoring and exploration, and other applications.

The Global Synthetic Aperture Radar Market is segmented by Application (Military and Defense, Monitoring and Exploration) and Geography.

The market sizes and forecasts are provided in terms of value (USD million) for all the above segments.

Application Military and Defense
Monitoring and Exploration
Other Applications
Geography North America
Europe
Asia Pacific
Latin America
Middle East and Africa
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Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Market Research FAQs

How big is the Synthetic Aperture Radar Market?

The Synthetic Aperture Radar Market size is expected to reach USD 5.79 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 11.07% to reach USD 9.78 billion by 2030.

What is the current Synthetic Aperture Radar Market size?

In 2025, the Synthetic Aperture Radar Market size is expected to reach USD 5.79 billion.

Who are the key players in Synthetic Aperture Radar Market?

Lockheed Martin Corporation, Airbus SE, Aselsan A.S., BAE Systems PLC and Cobham PLC are the major companies operating in the Synthetic Aperture Radar Market.

Which is the fastest growing region in Synthetic Aperture Radar Market?

Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).

Which region has the biggest share in Synthetic Aperture Radar Market?

In 2025, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Synthetic Aperture Radar Market.

What years does this Synthetic Aperture Radar Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Synthetic Aperture Radar Market size was estimated at USD 5.15 billion. The report covers the Synthetic Aperture Radar Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Synthetic Aperture Radar Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Synthetic Aperture Radar Industry Report

The Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Market is experiencing significant growth due to its extensive applications in military, defense, commercial, and environmental monitoring. This technology is known for providing high-resolution images regardless of weather conditions or time of day, which has led to increased demand. The market is segmented by components such as receivers, transmitters, antennas, and various frequency bands including Ultra-high frequency (UHF) and Very high frequency (VHF), catering to diverse needs.

The versatility of synthetic aperture radar satellites is evident in their deployment across airborne, spacecraft, and ground-based platforms, capable of both single and multimode operations. The global market spans regions including North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, driven by the necessity for advanced imaging for remote sensing, geopolitical instabilities necessitating enhanced surveillance, and the military's requirement for precise data.

As synthetic aperture radar technology continues to evolve, it promises further growth and innovation in monitoring, exploration, and security solutions worldwide. The market's expansion is supported by a detailed industry analysis, providing insights into industry information, industry outlook, and industry trends.

The market analysis includes market data, market forecast, and market growth, highlighting the contributions of market leaders and offering a comprehensive market overview. Market predictions and market review are integral to understanding the market segmentation and market value. For those seeking more detailed information, a report PDF is available, offering an in-depth research analysis.

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