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Global Class A AIS Transponders Market 2026 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2032

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1 Market Overview

  • 1.1 Product Overview and Scope
  • 1.2 Market Estimation Caveats and Base Year
  • 1.3 Market Analysis by Type
    • 1.3.1 Overview: Global Class A AIS Transponders Consumption Value by Type: 2021 Versus 2025 Versus 2032
    • 1.3.2 With Display
    • 1.3.3 Without Display
  • 1.4 Market Analysis by Application
    • 1.4.1 Overview: Global Class A AIS Transponders Consumption Value by Application: 2021 Versus 2025 Versus 2032
    • 1.4.2 Tankers
    • 1.4.3 Tugs
    • 1.4.4 Cargo Carriers
    • 1.4.5 Others
  • 1.5 Global Class A AIS Transponders Market Size & Forecast
    • 1.5.1 Global Class A AIS Transponders Consumption Value (2021 & 2025 & 2032)
    • 1.5.2 Global Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity (2021-2032)
    • 1.5.3 Global Class A AIS Transponders Average Price (2021-2032)

2 Manufacturers Profiles

  • 2.1 SRT Marine
    • 2.1.1 SRT Marine Details
    • 2.1.2 SRT Marine Major Business
    • 2.1.3 SRT Marine Class A AIS Transponders Product and Services
    • 2.1.4 SRT Marine Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.1.5 SRT Marine Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.2 Alltek Marine
    • 2.2.1 Alltek Marine Details
    • 2.2.2 Alltek Marine Major Business
    • 2.2.3 Alltek Marine Class A AIS Transponders Product and Services
    • 2.2.4 Alltek Marine Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.2.5 Alltek Marine Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.3 Furuno
    • 2.3.1 Furuno Details
    • 2.3.2 Furuno Major Business
    • 2.3.3 Furuno Class A AIS Transponders Product and Services
    • 2.3.4 Furuno Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.3.5 Furuno Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.4 Navico
    • 2.4.1 Navico Details
    • 2.4.2 Navico Major Business
    • 2.4.3 Navico Class A AIS Transponders Product and Services
    • 2.4.4 Navico Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.4.5 Navico Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.5 Japan Radio Company
    • 2.5.1 Japan Radio Company Details
    • 2.5.2 Japan Radio Company Major Business
    • 2.5.3 Japan Radio Company Class A AIS Transponders Product and Services
    • 2.5.4 Japan Radio Company Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.5.5 Japan Radio Company Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.6 Comnav Marine
    • 2.6.1 Comnav Marine Details
    • 2.6.2 Comnav Marine Major Business
    • 2.6.3 Comnav Marine Class A AIS Transponders Product and Services
    • 2.6.4 Comnav Marine Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.6.5 Comnav Marine Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.7 True Heading
    • 2.7.1 True Heading Details
    • 2.7.2 True Heading Major Business
    • 2.7.3 True Heading Class A AIS Transponders Product and Services
    • 2.7.4 True Heading Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.7.5 True Heading Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.8 Kongsberg Gruppen ASA
    • 2.8.1 Kongsberg Gruppen ASA Details
    • 2.8.2 Kongsberg Gruppen ASA Major Business
    • 2.8.3 Kongsberg Gruppen ASA Class A AIS Transponders Product and Services
    • 2.8.4 Kongsberg Gruppen ASA Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.8.5 Kongsberg Gruppen ASA Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.9 SAAB AB
    • 2.9.1 SAAB AB Details
    • 2.9.2 SAAB AB Major Business
    • 2.9.3 SAAB AB Class A AIS Transponders Product and Services
    • 2.9.4 SAAB AB Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.9.5 SAAB AB Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.10 Raymarine
    • 2.10.1 Raymarine Details
    • 2.10.2 Raymarine Major Business
    • 2.10.3 Raymarine Class A AIS Transponders Product and Services
    • 2.10.4 Raymarine Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.10.5 Raymarine Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.11 Weatherdock AG
    • 2.11.1 Weatherdock AG Details
    • 2.11.2 Weatherdock AG Major Business
    • 2.11.3 Weatherdock AG Class A AIS Transponders Product and Services
    • 2.11.4 Weatherdock AG Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.11.5 Weatherdock AG Recent Developments/Updates

3 Competitive Environment: Class A AIS Transponders by Manufacturer

  • 3.1 Global Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity by Manufacturer (2021-2026)
  • 3.2 Global Class A AIS Transponders Revenue by Manufacturer (2021-2026)
  • 3.3 Global Class A AIS Transponders Average Price by Manufacturer (2021-2026)
  • 3.4 Market Share Analysis (2025)
    • 3.4.1 Producer Shipments of Class A AIS Transponders by Manufacturer Revenue ($MM) and Market Share (%): 2025
    • 3.4.2 Top 3 Class A AIS Transponders Manufacturer Market Share in 2025
    • 3.4.3 Top 6 Class A AIS Transponders Manufacturer Market Share in 2025
  • 3.5 Class A AIS Transponders Market: Overall Company Footprint Analysis
    • 3.5.1 Class A AIS Transponders Market: Region Footprint
    • 3.5.2 Class A AIS Transponders Market: Company Product Type Footprint
    • 3.5.3 Class A AIS Transponders Market: Company Product Application Footprint
  • 3.6 New Market Entrants and Barriers to Market Entry
  • 3.7 Mergers, Acquisition, Agreements, and Collaborations

4 Consumption Analysis by Region

  • 4.1 Global Class A AIS Transponders Market Size by Region
    • 4.1.1 Global Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity by Region (2021-2032)
    • 4.1.2 Global Class A AIS Transponders Consumption Value by Region (2021-2032)
    • 4.1.3 Global Class A AIS Transponders Average Price by Region (2021-2032)
  • 4.2 North America Class A AIS Transponders Consumption Value (2021-2032)
  • 4.3 Europe Class A AIS Transponders Consumption Value (2021-2032)
  • 4.4 Asia-Pacific Class A AIS Transponders Consumption Value (2021-2032)
  • 4.5 South America Class A AIS Transponders Consumption Value (2021-2032)
  • 4.6 Middle East & Africa Class A AIS Transponders Consumption Value (2021-2032)

5 Market Segment by Type

  • 5.1 Global Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
  • 5.2 Global Class A AIS Transponders Consumption Value by Type (2021-2032)
  • 5.3 Global Class A AIS Transponders Average Price by Type (2021-2032)

6 Market Segment by Application

  • 6.1 Global Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
  • 6.2 Global Class A AIS Transponders Consumption Value by Application (2021-2032)
  • 6.3 Global Class A AIS Transponders Average Price by Application (2021-2032)

7 North America

  • 7.1 North America Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
  • 7.2 North America Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
  • 7.3 North America Class A AIS Transponders Market Size by Country
    • 7.3.1 North America Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity by Country (2021-2032)
    • 7.3.2 North America Class A AIS Transponders Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
    • 7.3.3 United States Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 7.3.4 Canada Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 7.3.5 Mexico Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

8 Europe

  • 8.1 Europe Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
  • 8.2 Europe Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
  • 8.3 Europe Class A AIS Transponders Market Size by Country
    • 8.3.1 Europe Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity by Country (2021-2032)
    • 8.3.2 Europe Class A AIS Transponders Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
    • 8.3.3 Germany Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 8.3.4 France Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 8.3.5 United Kingdom Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 8.3.6 Russia Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 8.3.7 Italy Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

9 Asia-Pacific

  • 9.1 Asia-Pacific Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
  • 9.2 Asia-Pacific Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
  • 9.3 Asia-Pacific Class A AIS Transponders Market Size by Region
    • 9.3.1 Asia-Pacific Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity by Region (2021-2032)
    • 9.3.2 Asia-Pacific Class A AIS Transponders Consumption Value by Region (2021-2032)
    • 9.3.3 China Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 9.3.4 Japan Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 9.3.5 South Korea Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 9.3.6 India Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 9.3.7 Southeast Asia Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 9.3.8 Australia Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

10 South America

  • 10.1 South America Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
  • 10.2 South America Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
  • 10.3 South America Class A AIS Transponders Market Size by Country
    • 10.3.1 South America Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity by Country (2021-2032)
    • 10.3.2 South America Class A AIS Transponders Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
    • 10.3.3 Brazil Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 10.3.4 Argentina Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

11 Middle East & Africa

  • 11.1 Middle East & Africa Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
  • 11.2 Middle East & Africa Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
  • 11.3 Middle East & Africa Class A AIS Transponders Market Size by Country
    • 11.3.1 Middle East & Africa Class A AIS Transponders Sales Quantity by Country (2021-2032)
    • 11.3.2 Middle East & Africa Class A AIS Transponders Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
    • 11.3.3 Turkey Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 11.3.4 Egypt Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 11.3.5 Saudi Arabia Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 11.3.6 South Africa Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

12 Market Dynamics

  • 12.1 Class A AIS Transponders Market Drivers
  • 12.2 Class A AIS Transponders Market Restraints
  • 12.3 Class A AIS Transponders Trends Analysis
  • 12.4 Porters Five Forces Analysis
    • 12.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 12.4.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 12.4.3 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    • 12.4.4 Threat of Substitutes
    • 12.4.5 Competitive Rivalry

13 Raw Material and Industry Chain

  • 13.1 Raw Material of Class A AIS Transponders and Key Manufacturers
  • 13.2 Manufacturing Costs Percentage of Class A AIS Transponders
  • 13.3 Class A AIS Transponders Production Process
  • 13.4 Industry Value Chain Analysis

14 Shipments by Distribution Channel

  • 14.1 Sales Channel
    • 14.1.1 Direct to End-User
    • 14.1.2 Distributors
  • 14.2 Class A AIS Transponders Typical Distributors
  • 14.3 Class A AIS Transponders Typical Customers

15 Research Findings and Conclusion

    16 Appendix

    • 16.1 Methodology
    • 16.2 Research Process and Data Source

    According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Class A AIS Transponders market size was valued at US$ 42.08 million in 2025 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 56.67 million by 2032 with a CAGR of 4.4% during review period.
    Class A AIS (Automatic Identification System) transponders are advanced and mandatory maritime communication devices used on larger vessels, typically those subject to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulations. Unlike Class B AIS, which is commonly used on smaller vessels, Class A AIS is designed for vessels that have a higher level of mandatory equipment and reporting requirements. Class A AIS transponders provide comprehensive information about a vessel"s identity, navigation status, and voyage-related details.
    Market Drivers: International Maritime Regulations (SOLAS): The International Maritime Organization (IMO) mandates the use of Class A AIS transponders for vessels subject to the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Convention. This regulatory requirement acts as a significant driver for the adoption of Class A AIS transponders.
    Enhanced Maritime Safety: Class A AIS transponders play a crucial role in enhancing maritime safety by providing comprehensive and real-time information about a vessel"s identity, position, course, speed, and navigational status. This data aids in collision avoidance and improves situational awareness for both the vessel and nearby ships.
    Global Navigation Standards: As vessels traverse international waters, the adoption of standardized communication systems, such as Class A AIS, ensures consistent and reliable exchange of information. This contributes to global navigation standards and interoperability among vessels.
    Integration with Navigation Systems: Class A AIS transponders are designed to integrate with other navigation systems and electronic chart displays, providing a holistic view of the maritime environment. Integration with modern navigation technologies supports efficient and safe vessel operations.
    Growing Maritime Traffic: The increasing volume of maritime traffic, including large commercial vessels and passenger ships, drives the demand for Class A AIS transponders. These transponders are crucial for managing vessel movements and mitigating collision risks in busy waterways.
    Market Restrictions:
    Cost of Implementation: The initial cost of purchasing and installing Class A AIS transponders can be relatively high. This cost may pose a restriction for some vessel operators, particularly those with budget constraints, such as smaller vessels that are not subject to SOLAS regulations.
    Regulatory Compliance Challenges: While regulatory compliance drives adoption, it can also present challenges for vessel operators in terms of understanding and adhering to evolving international maritime regulations. Compliance-related complexities may act as a restriction for certain operators.
    Limited Applicability for Smaller Vessels: Class A AIS transponders are designed for larger vessels subject to SOLAS requirements. Smaller vessels that do not fall under these regulations may find Class A transponders to be excessive for their needs, leading to limited applicability.
    This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Class A AIS Transponders market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
    Key Features:
    Global Class A AIS Transponders market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2021-2032
    Global Class A AIS Transponders market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2021-2032
    Global Class A AIS Transponders market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2021-2032
    Global Class A AIS Transponders market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and ASP (US$/Unit), 2021-2026
    The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
    To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
    To assess the growth potential for Class A AIS Transponders
    To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
    To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
    This report profiles key players in the global Class A AIS Transponders market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include SRT Marine, Alltek Marine, Furuno, Navico, Japan Radio Company, Comnav Marine, True Heading, Kongsberg Gruppen ASA, SAAB AB, Raymarine, etc.
    This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
    Market Segmentation
    Class A AIS Transponders market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2021-2032, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
    Market segment by Type
    With Display
    Without Display
    Market segment by Application
    Tankers
    Tugs
    Cargo Carriers
    Others
    Major players covered
    SRT Marine
    Alltek Marine
    Furuno
    Navico
    Japan Radio Company
    Comnav Marine
    True Heading
    Kongsberg Gruppen ASA
    SAAB AB
    Raymarine
    Weatherdock AG
    Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
    North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
    Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
    Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
    South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
    Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
    The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
    Chapter 1, to describe Class A AIS Transponders product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
    Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Class A AIS Transponders, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Class A AIS Transponders from 2021 to 2026.
    Chapter 3, the Class A AIS Transponders competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
    Chapter 4, the Class A AIS Transponders breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2021 to 2032.
    Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2021 to 2032.
    Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2021 to 2026.and Class A AIS Transponders market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2027 to 2032.
    Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
    Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Class A AIS Transponders.
    Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Class A AIS Transponders sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.

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