Tactical Communications Market Analysis

Tactical Communications Market Analysis

The tactical headsets market share is projected to exhibit high growth during the forecast timespan. Headphone technology is integrated into helmets to provide increased protection to construction and industrial workers. Furthermore, headphones are available with noise cancelling features that can dull out, ambient sounds and protect the user’s hearing capability. A major factor contributing to the growing earphones/in-ear tactical headsets market sales is the demand for lighter, communication technologies. Earphones are highly efficient in covert situations where equipment such as these can compromise the situation.
 

The professional mobile radio market is anticipated to dominate by revenue share as they allow multiple parties to relay information to the main control unit and stay connected. The penetration of PMRs is very high in the public safety segment as SWAT teams, military and navy personnel, and others are required to use constant communication during the mission.
 

The public safety applications are anticipated to dominate in terms of revenue due to the high adoption by military and police personnel. Hindrance in communication can cause severe repercussions for the entire team and the mission. There is a high emphasis on light weight technology that has multiple connectivity options and can be used at high temperatures and in underwater settings.
 

Adoption of headsets in the industrial and construction sector is projected to experience a high growth during the forecast timeframe fueling the tactical communications market growth. Rapid industrialization and the movement towards smart cities has led to governments of various economies such as India and China to undertake construction projects. Construction workers are exposed to constant loud noises from heavy equipment and has caused government bodies such as the OSHA to establish regulations to protect employee hearing and health.
 

The U.S. tactical communications industry is anticipated to hold the highest share during the forecast timeframe. The high expenditure in the U.S for military communication gear and the presence of OSHA regulations are major factors contributing to the increase in demand. In 2016, the U.S department of Defence (DOD) has requested the government to increase the budget to USD 10.74 billion on the procurement and research of military communications, and electronics. Critical combat situations in Middle East and Africa is anticipated to contribute to high penetration of the market. For instance, the intense internal conflict in Nigeria and Syria among the various conflicting parties is causing high expenditure on communication headsets.
 

Government regulations to ensure the safety of the workers is anticipated to boost the tactical communications market value as non-adherence to these regulations can hold the employer liable to legal action and lawsuits. OSHA has specified that employers are not allowed to expose their workers to sound levels higher than a certain range without the provision of protective head and ear gear. High risk tactical operations require continuous data interchange without external sound interference.