Global Underwater Robotics Market: Size, Trends and Outlook
The global underwater robotics market is witnessing strong growth as demand rises across industries such as oil and gas, defense, marine research, and environmental monitoring. Valued at nearly USD 5.2 billion in 2024, the market is projected to reach over USD 9.5 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of around 10% during the forecast period. The increasing need for advanced inspection, exploration, and surveillance in deep-sea environments is fueling this expansion.
Underwater robotics, which includes remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) and autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), plays a crucial role in challenging and hazardous marine operations. ROVs dominate the market because of their extensive use in subsea inspections, drilling support, and maintenance in offshore oil and gas industries. AUVs, however, are experiencing faster growth due to their applications in ocean mapping, defense missions, and environmental studies, where autonomous performance is highly valued.
The defense and security segment is one of the largest end…
