IMARC Group, a leading market research company, has recently released a report titled “5G in Defense Market Report by Communication Infrastructure (Small Cell, Macro Cell, Radio Access Network (RAN)), Core Network Technology (Software-Defined Networking (SDN), Fog Computing (FC), Mobile Edge Computing (MEC), Network Functions Virtualization (NFV)), Network Type (Enhanced Mobile Broadband (EMBB), Ultra-Reliable Low-Latency Communications (URLLC), Massive Machine Type Communications (MMTC)), Chipset (Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) Chipset, Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit (RFIC) Chipset, Millimeter Wave (mmWave) Chipset), Platform (Land, Naval, Airborne), and Region 2025-2033”. The study provides a detailed analysis of the industry, including the 5G in defense market share, size, and industry growth forecast. The report also includes competitor and regional analysis and highlights the latest advancements in the market.

Report Highlights:

How Big Is the global 5G in defense market?

The global 5G in defense market size reached USD 2,338.6 Million in 2024. Looking forward, the market is expected to reach USD 42,556.2 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 36.14% during 2025-2033.

Rising Need for Advanced Communication Networks in Defense Operations

The 5G in defense market keeps on developing well at a consistent rate as is clear from the contemporary military's dependency on swift, secure, and dependable communication networks which 5G provides. Low latency, high-speed connection is the defense sector's requirement of the hour to enable real-time exchange of data, surveillance as well as command drills. Integration of 5G technology in the defence is merely accelerating coordination between unmanned and female systems that, in turn, gives improved situational awareness and decision-making capabilities in 2025. Growing complexity of military operations coupled with the increasing utilization of autonomous systems and AI-driven analytics is compelling the need for ultra-reliable connectivity that cannot be served by the conventional networks. In an attempt to offset the above 5G is being being heavily subsidized with money by governments that are doing so in order to not only ensure safe communication but to enhance the traffic on the battlefield. What has been occurring with intelligence and logistics under this technological shift has been short of revolutionary.

Integration of IoT and Autonomous Systems Enhancing 5G Adoption

The integration of the Internet of Things (IoT) with drones and autonomous vehicles is a highly potent factor for the rising need for 5G in the defense sector. Enhanced bandwidth and near-zero latency make 5G technology the perfect means to enable the fast delivery of huge amounts of data generated by sensors, radar devices, and spy gadgets. Military forces continue to make IoT-driven devices for their 2025 operations like remote monitoring, predictive maintenance, and logistics optimization, and all such applications need strong 5G connectivity. Non-human command technology encompassing flying and ground vehicles relies on uninterrupted, real-time communication with the installation, and this is utilized for the purpose of navigation and discovering threats. It is 5G that has been recognized to provide rock-solid connectivity between extensively dispersed defense assets, and therefore a vital component of contemporary warfare strategy. Applications of digital technology are increasingly rigorous within the defense sector, and therefore 5G is becoming an indispensable component of the strategy to achieve interoperability and network-centric defense capability.

Government Investments and Public-Private Collaborations Fueling Growth

Government backed initiatives, and proposed partnerships between defense institutions and telecom firms play a significant role in promoting the 5G sector for military use. Various nations are spending tremendous sums of money on 5G infrastructure as part of their defense budgets for 2025 to enhance national security as well as technical superiority. The planned 5G solutions supposed to cater to the stringent requirements of defense digital communications are shaping up thanks to contribution from the public-private alliances. The efficacy of the operations of the military is now being enabled by these technological advancements in the area of electronic warfare, cyber defense, and border reconnaissance among others. Defense companies and technology companies' involvement in collaborative research initiatives is one of the reasons that is accelerating the penetration of 5G combined with emergent technologies like AI, quantum computing, and edge analytics. This collaborative approach is facilitating defense forces to digitalize faster while also making it possible for the communications systems not to get disrupted and stay secure.

5G in Defense Market Trends 2025

The defense 5G market is revolutionized by the convergence of next-generation communication technologies and state-of-the-art defense systems and thus the changes/upgrades are many and fast. One of the key factors affecting the market in 2025 is the choice of 5G-enabled battlefield networks that enable land, air, and naval forces to collaborate with each other seamlessly. These newer capabilities of 5G assist with instantaneous data analytics which in turn feeds mission planning and intelligence operations. Defence agencies are embracing increasingly private 5G networks as a pledge of the safety and quiet of their training, especially in remote and hostile regions. For the most part, an enormous boost in decision-making capabilities and the capacity to anticipate danger is provided by the association of AI, machine learning, and 5G infrastructures. In addition, defense agencies are receiving the advantages of software-defined networking and network slicing which are enabling them to customize 5G networks according to particular tactical uses. Advanced war is being reshaped by such revolutions in the war arena as communications become increasingly integrated, efficient, and with more knowledge.

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Market Segmentation:

Breakup by Communication Infrastructure:

• Small Cell
• Macro Cell
• Radio Access Network (RAN) 

Breakup by Core Network Technology:

• Software-Defined Networking (SDN)
• Fog Computing (FC)
• Mobile Edge Computing (MEC)
• Network Functions Virtualization (NFV) 

Breakup by Network Type:

• Enhanced Mobile Broadband (EMBB)
• Ultra-Reliable Low-Latency Communications (URLLC)
• Massive Machine Type Communications (MMTC) 

Breakup by Chipset:

• Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) Chipset
• Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit (RFIC) Chipset
• Millimeter Wave (mmWave) Chipset 

Breakup by Platform:

• Land
• Naval
• Airborne

Regional Analysis:

• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Middle East and Africa
• Latin America

Who are the key players operating in the industry?

The report covers the major market players including:

• Cisco Systems Inc.,
• L3Harris Technologies Inc.,
• Ligado Networks
• Noria Corporation ,
• NVIDIA Corporation,
• Qualcomm Incorporated,
• Raytheon Technologies Corporation,
• Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd,
• Sierra Wireless Inc,
• Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson,
• THALE GROUP
• Wind River Systems Inc. (Intel Corporation).

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