The “Airports and Air Traffic Control” market is an indispensable sector ensuring the safe, orderly, and efficient flow of global air traffic. It encompasses the infrastructure, equipment (such as radar, navigation aids, and communication systems), software, and services required to manage aircraft movements on the ground and in controlled airspace. Key drivers include the relentless increase in global air passenger and cargo traffic, massive government and private investments in modernizing aging airport and ATC infrastructure (NextGen and SESAR initiatives), and the critical need to enhance airspace capacity, safety, and operational efficiency.
Global Airports and Air Traffic Control market was valued at approximately USD $9.33 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach around USD $17.95 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of about 7.5% to 8.6% during the forecast period (2025–2032). This strong revenue growth is primarily propelled by the worldwide push for infrastructure modernization and the adoption of high-tech automation solutions.