Hydrographic Survey Market Overview, Growth, Trends, Analysis, Research Report (2021-2031)

Hydrographic Survey Market Size and Forecast (2021 - 2031), Global and Regional Share, Trend, and Growth Opportunity Analysis Report Coverage: By Component (Software, Services), End User (Marine and Oil & Gas), and Geography

  • Report Code : TIPRE00019125
  • Category : Technology, Media and Telecommunications
  • No. of Pages : 150
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Hydrographic Survey Market Share and Growth (2021-2031)

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The hydrographic survey market size is expected to grow from US$ 1.10 billion in 2023 to US$ 1.56 billion by 2031; it is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 4.5% from 2023 to 2031. The growing adoption of unmanned systems is likely to remain a key hydrographic survey market trends.

Hydrographic Survey Market Analysis

The rising need for accurate and up-to-date marine charts and maps. This is essential for safe navigation, offshore exploration, and production activities and is a key driver for the growth of the hydrographic survey market.

Hydrographic Survey Market Overview

A hydrographic survey, also known as a bathymetric survey, is a process that involves measuring various factors beneath the surface of water. This survey can be conducted in both still and running water. The main objectives of hydrographic survey equipment are to measure tides for seacoasts, aid in the construction of sea defense works and harbors, establish leveling dams, and determine bed depth. Additionally, hydrographic surveys can identify soundings for navigation, locate rocks and sand bars, and measure volumes of underwater excavation. These surveys are also used in irrigation and land drainage schemes to determine the direction and flow of water, as well as for water schemes and flood control.

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Hydrographic Survey Market: Strategic Insights

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Market Size Value inUS$ 97.19 Million in 2019
Market Size Value byUS$ 155.91 Million by 2027
Growth rateCAGR of 6.2% from 2020-2027
Forecast Period2020-2027
Base Year2020
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Hydrographic Survey Market Drivers and Opportunities

Growing emphasis on offshore exploration and production activities to Favor Market

Hydrographic surveys play a crucial role in supporting offshore exploration and production activities. These surveys involve the measurement and description of features that affect maritime navigation, marine construction, dredging, offshore oil exploration and drilling, and related activities. Offshore exploration and production activities require detailed surveys of the seabed and underwater structures to ensure safe and efficient operations. Hydrographic surveys provide essential information about the physical characteristics of the underwater environment, including soundings, shorelines, tides, currents, seabed conditions, and submerged obstructions.

Surging awareness and concern about marine pollution

The increasing awareness and concern about marine pollution have led to a growing demand for hydrographic surveys. These surveys play a crucial role in monitoring and assessing the impact of pollution on marine ecosystems. Marine pollution has multiple negative impacts on marine ecosystems. For example, petroleum-based pollutants reduce photosynthesis in marine microorganisms that generate oxygen. Additionally, increasing absorption of carbon dioxide into the seas causes ocean acidification, which destroys coral reefs, impairs shellfish development, dissolves calcium-containing microorganisms at the base of the marine food web, and increases the toxicity of some pollutants. Hydrographic surveys are essential tools in monitoring and assessing the impact of pollution on marine ecosystems. These surveys provide valuable data on the physical characteristics of the marine environment, including water depth, seabed topography, and the presence of pollutants.

Hydrographic Survey Market Report Segmentation Analysis

Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the Hydrographic Survey market analysis are component and end user.

  • Based on component, the market is divided into software and services. The software segment held a larger market share in 2023.
  • In terms of end user, the market is bifurcated into marine and oil & gas. The marine segment held a larger market share in 2023.

Hydrographic Survey Market Share Analysis by Geography

The geographic scope of the Hydrographic Survey market report is mainly divided into five regions: North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and South America/South & Central America. North America dominated the hydrographic survey market in 2023. North America is highly adopting hydrographic survey software and services to achieve data about water depth, the shape of the seafloor and coastline, and other physical features of water bodies. This adoption is driven by the need to improve the water bodies and ensure they are free of major issues that might lead to high maintenance requirements in the future. Furthermore, continuous advancements in technology, including the development of innovative sonar systems, LiDAR, and unmanned systems, are driving the hydrographic survey market in North America.

Hydrographic Survey Market Report Scope

Hydrographic Survey Market News and Recent Developments

The hydrographic survey market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data post primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. The following is a list of developments in the market:

  • In February 2022, Woolpert, a US-based company specializing in hydrographic engineering and survey, acquired eTrac Inc., a vessel-based hydrographic survey and marine technology firm. The acquisition was aimed at enhancing Woolpert's solutions in integrated architecture, engineering, and geospatial (AEG) capabilities. The specific financial details of the acquisition were not disclosed.

(Source: Woolpert, Press Release, 2022)

Hydrographic Survey Market Report Coverage and Deliverables

The "Hydrographic Survey Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)" report provides a detailed analysis of the market covering below areas:

  • Market size and forecast at global, regional, and country levels for all the key market segments covered under the scope
  • Market dynamics such as drivers, restraints, and key opportunities
  • Key future trends
  • Detailed PEST/Porter's Five Forces and SWOT analysis
  • Global and regional market analysis covering key market trends, major players, regulations, and recent market developments
  • Industry landscape and competition analysis covering market concentration, heat map analysis, prominent players, and recent developments
  • Detailed company profiles
Report Coverage
Report Coverage

Revenue forecast, Company Analysis, Industry landscape, Growth factors, and Trends

Segment Covered
Segment Covered

Component ; End User

Regional Scope
Regional Scope

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, South & Central America

Country Scope
Country Scope

Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States

Frequently Asked Questions


What is the estimated market size for the global hydrographic survey market in 2023?

The hydrographic survey market size is expected to grow from US$ 1.10 billion in 2023 to US$ 1.56 billion by 2031; it is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 4.5% from 2024 to 2031.

What are the driving factors impacting the global hydrographic survey market?

The rising need for accurate navigation, offshore exploration, and production activities is a key driver for the growth of the hydrographic survey market.

What are the future trends of the global Hydrographic Survey market?

The growing adoption of unmanned systems is likely to remain a key hydrographic survey market trends.

Which are the key players holding the major market share of the global Hydrographic Survey market?

The key players holding the majority of shares in the global Hydrographic Survey market are BeamworX BV, Hydromagic, Xylem Inc., Woolpert, and Norcom Technology Limited.

What will be the market size of the global hydrographic survey market by 2031?

The global hydrographic survey market is expected to reach US$ 1.56 billion by 2031.

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  1. Data Collection and Secondary Research:

As a market research and consulting firm operating from a decade, we have published many reports and advised several clients across the globe. First step for any study will start with an assessment of currently available data and insights from existing reports. Further, historical and current market information is collected from Investor Presentations, Annual Reports, SEC Filings, etc., and other information related to company’s performance and market positioning are gathered from Paid Databases (Factiva, Hoovers, and Reuters) and various other publications available in public domain.

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Primary research involves email interactions and telephone interviews for each market, category, segment, and sub-segment across geographies. The participants who typically take part in such a process include, but are not limited to:

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  • Outside experts: Valuation experts, research analysts and key opinion leaders specializing in the electronics and semiconductor industry.

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Once we receive the confirmation from primary research sources or primary respondents, we finalize the base year market estimation and forecast the data as per the macroeconomic and microeconomic factors assessed during data collection.

  1. Data Analysis:

Once data is validated through both secondary as well as primary respondents, we finalize the market estimations by hypothesis formulation and factor analysis at regional and country level.

  • 3.1 Macro-Economic Factor Analysis:

We analyse macroeconomic indicators such the gross domestic product (GDP), increase in the demand for goods and services across industries, technological advancement, regional economic growth, governmental policies, the influence of COVID-19, PEST analysis, and other aspects. This analysis aids in setting benchmarks for various nations/regions and approximating market splits. Additionally, the general trend of the aforementioned components aid in determining the market's development possibilities.

  • 3.2 Country Level Data:

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The “Table of Contents” is formulated by listing and analyzing more than 25 - 30 companies operating in the market ecosystem across geographies. However, we profile only 10 companies as a standard practice in our syndicate reports. These 10 companies comprise leading, emerging, and regional players. Nonetheless, our analysis is not restricted to the 10 listed companies, we also analyze other companies present in the market to develop a holistic view and understand the prevailing trends. The “Company Profiles” section in the report covers key facts, business description, products & services, financial information, SWOT analysis, and key developments. The financial information presented is extracted from the annual reports and official documents of the publicly listed companies. Upon collecting the information for the sections of respective companies, we verify them via various primary sources and then compile the data in respective company profiles. The company level information helps us in deriving the base number as well as in forecasting the market size.

  • 3.4 Developing Base Number:

Aggregation of sales statistics (2020-2022) and macro-economic factor, and other secondary and primary research insights are utilized to arrive at base number and related market shares for 2022. The data gaps are identified in this step and relevant market data is analyzed, collected from paid primary interviews or databases. On finalizing the base year market size, forecasts are developed on the basis of macro-economic, industry and market growth factors and company level analysis.

  1. Data Triangulation and Final Review:

The market findings and base year market size calculations are validated from supply as well as demand side. Demand side validations are based on macro-economic factor analysis and benchmarks for respective regions and countries. In case of supply side validations, revenues of major companies are estimated (in case not available) based on industry benchmark, approximate number of employees, product portfolio, and primary interviews revenues are gathered. Further revenue from target product/service segment is assessed to avoid overshooting of market statistics. In case of heavy deviations between supply and demand side values, all thes steps are repeated to achieve synchronization.

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