Terrestrial Trunked Radio Market Report

Attractive Opportunities

Global Demand Analysis & Sales Opportunities in Terrestrial Trunked Radio Market

• The annual demand for terrestrial trunked radio was USD 5.00 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 5.69 billion in 2025, up 13.7% than the value in 2024.
• During the next 8 years (forecast period of 2025-2032), the terrestrial trunked radio market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.4%. The annual demand will reach of USD 13.72 billion in 2032.
• During 2025-2032, the terrestrial trunked radio industry is expected to generate a cumulative sales opportunity of USD 73.73 billion.

High-Growth Market Segments:

• North America dominated the global terrestrial trunked radio industry with the highest CAGR in 2024.
• By Operation Type, Trunked Mode Operation segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
• By Component type, Software segment is expected to grow at a faster pace during the forecast period.
• By Mounting type, Mobile segment is anticipated to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
• By Application type, Transportation segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.

Market Statistics

Have a look at the sales opportunities presented by the terrestrial trunked radio market in terms of growth and market forecast.

Market Dynamics

Introduction:

What is terrestrial trunked radio?

Terrestrial Trunked Radio (TETRA) is a professional mobile radio (PMR) and two-way transceiver standard developed for secure, reliable, and high-capacity voice and data communication. It is widely used in mission-critical sectors such as public safety, emergency services, military, transportation, and utilities due to its robust encryption, fast call setup, and efficient spectrum use.

Market Drivers:

Growing Demand for Modern Warfare and Advanced Communication Needs

• The evolving landscape of modern warfare is driving the demand for highly secure, resilient, and real-time communication networks, significantly boosting the adoption of Terrestrial Trunked Radio (TETRA) systems. Defense and homeland security agencies worldwide are increasingly relying on TETRA for its encrypted voice transmission, instant group calling, and interoperable communication capabilities.
• As armed forces modernize their operations with digital technologies, TETRA emerges as a critical enabler of mission-critical tactical communication, fueling market growth across military and strategic sectors.

Market Challenges:

High Infrastructure and Maintenance Costs Restrain Adoption

• One of the major challenges facing the Terrestrial Trunked Radio (TETRA) market is the high cost associated with infrastructure deployment and ongoing maintenance. Establishing a TETRA network requires significant investment in base stations, switching equipment, repeaters, and ruggedized terminals.
• Additionally, system integration, periodic software upgrades, and specialized maintenance services add to operational expenses. These cost pressures often deter small- and mid-scale users, particularly in developing regions, thereby limiting wider adoption of TETRA solutions.

Market Opportunities:

Integration of TETRA with Broadband and Next-Gen Networks

• A significant growth opportunity for the TETRA market lies in its seamless integration with LTE and 5G broadband networks. As public safety, emergency response, and defense sectors increasingly demand unified communication systems that support both mission-critical voice and high-speed data, hybrid TETRA-broadband solutions are gaining traction.
• This convergence enables enhanced capabilities such as real-time video streaming, IoT-enabled situational awareness, and AI-driven analytics, allowing agencies to maintain the reliability of TETRA while benefiting from the advanced features of next-generation wireless networks.

Segment Analysis

By Operation Type

“Trunked Mode Operation segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.”

• This growth is driven by the rising demand for centralized, high-capacity communication systems across public safety, transportation, and industrial sectors.
• Trunked Mode Operation enables dynamic channel allocation, efficient spectrum usage, and wide-area coverage, making it ideal for mission-critical applications. Its scalability and ability to support large user groups under a single network further strengthen its adoption in modern communication infrastructure.

By Component Type

“Software segment is expected to grow at a faster pace during the forecast period.”

• This growth is driven by the increasing adoption of IoT and smart software solutions specifically designed for mission-critical and battlefield communications.
• These software platforms enable enhanced functionality such as real-time data exchange, remote device management, and advanced analytics, improving operational efficiency.
• Companies like Artevea Digital Limited, Consort Digital Pvt. Ltd., and NPO Angstrem, PAO are actively developing next-generation IoT-based TETRA software, further propelling market growth.

By Region Type

“North America dominated the global terrestrial trunked radio industry with the highest CAGR in 2024..”

• North America is projected to • This dominance is attributed to high investments in public safety infrastructure, homeland security modernization, and defense communication systems across the U.S. and Canada.
• The region's early adoption of advanced communication technologies, including TETRA integration with LTE and 5G networks, further supports market expansion.
• Key market players and government-backed initiatives are driving large-scale deployment of TETRA systems across critical sectors such as emergency services, law enforcement, and transportation.

Competitive Landscape

Most of the major players compete in some of the factors, including price, service offerings, regional presence, etc. The following are the key players in the terrestrial trunked radio market -  

• Airbus Defense and Space Corporation (U.K.)
• Motorola Solutions, Inc. (U.S.)
• Hytera Communications Corporation Limited (China)
• JVCKENWOOD Corporation (Japan)
• Simoco (U.K)
• Sepura PLC (U.S.)
• DAMM Cellular Systems A/S (Denmark)
• Rohill Engineering B.V. (Netherlands)
• BiTEA Limited (U.K)
• Consort Digital Pvt. Ltd. (U.K.)

Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.

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Recent Developments/Mergers & Acquisitions:

• In October 2024, Singapore’s public transport operator SBS Transit signed a long-term agreement with Motorola Solutions, Inc. The contract covers the support and maintenance of critical radio communication systems for the Sengkang and Punggol Light Rapid Transit networks, as well as the Downtown Line, over 15 years.
• In September 2024, Hytera Communications Corporation Limited announced that its subsidiary, HMF Smart Solutions, won a tender to implement and manage a TETRA communication system for Gendarmería de Chile, the country’s uniformed prison service. The project involves deploying an ACCESSNET-T IP TETRA trunked system across the Valparaiso, Metropolitan, and Biobio regions for 72 months.

Report Features

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The following are the key features of the report:

• Market structure: Overview, industry life cycle analysis, supply chain analysis.
• Market environment analysis: Growth drivers and constraints, Porter’s five forces analysis, SWOT analysis.
• Market trend and forecast analysis.
• Market segment trend and forecast.
• Competitive landscape and dynamics: Market share, Service portfolio, New Product Launches, etc.
• COVID-19 impact and its recovery curve.
• Attractive market segments and associated growth opportunities.
• Emerging trends.
• Strategic growth opportunities for the existing and new players.
• Key success factors.

Market Segmentation

This report studies the market, covering a period of 15 years of trend and forecast. The report provides detailed insights into the market dynamics to enable informed business decision-making and growth strategy formulation based on the opportunities present in the market.

The terrestrial trunked radio market is segmented into the following categories. 

Global Terrestrial Trunked Radio Market, by Operation Type

• Trunked Mode Operation
• Direct Mode Operation

Global Terrestrial Trunked Radio Market, by Component Type

• Hardware
• Software

Global Terrestrial Trunked Radio Market, by Mounting Type

• Portable
• Mobile (Vehicular Mounted)

Global Terrestrial Trunked Radio Market, by Application Type

• Industrial
• Utilities
• Transportation
• Mining
• Military
• Homeland Security
• Emergency Medical Services
• Fire Department

Terrestrial Trunked Radio Market, by Region

• North America (Country Analysis: The USA, Canada, and Mexico)
• Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, Italy, The UK, and Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: Japan, China, India, and Rest of Asia-Pacific)
• Rest of the World (Country Analysis: Brazil, Saudi Arabia, and Others)

Research Methodology

• This strategic assessment report from Stratview Research provides a comprehensive analysis that reflects today’s global terrestrial trunked radio market realities and future market possibilities for the forecast period.

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• More than 1,000 authenticated secondary sources, such as company annual reports, fact books, press releases, journals, investor presentations, white papers, patents, and articles, have been leveraged to gather the data.
• We conducted more than 5 detailed primary interviews with market players across the value chain in all four regions and industry experts to obtain both qualitative and quantitative insights.

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