- The Automatic Identification System (AIS) market encompasses a maritime tracking system that facilitates real-time communication and identification of vessels, operating in the VHF maritime band to enhance navigation safety, collision avoidance, and maritime domain awareness.
- The demand for AIS is significantly driven by the growth in global seaborne trade, with maritime trade volume reaching 12 billion tons in 2024, and regulatory mandates from the International Maritime Organization (IMO), requiring AIS on vessels over 300 gross tonnage.
- North America is expected to dominate the Automatic Identification System market due to stringent safety protocols and high maritime security awareness, holding a 35.0% market share in 2024.
- Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region due to expanding maritime trade and port activities in countries like China and India, projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.5%.
- The Vessel Tracking segment is expected to dominate the market with a market share of 40.0% in 2025 due to the critical role of AIS in real-time vessel monitoring and collision avoidance.
