[169 Pages Report] The military computers market is estimated at USD 7.9 billion in 2018 and is projected to reach USD 10.5 billion by 2023, at a CAGR of 5.85 % from 2018 to 2023. The factors expected to fuel the military computers market growth is the increasing focus on deployment of rugged portable and wearable computers in military warzones. In addition, advancements in warfare technologies and modernization of military weapon systems are also expected to drive the market during the forecast period.

By type, the rugged segment is expected to grow at a higher CAGR during the forecast period.

The rugged segment is projected to grow at a higher CAGR during the forecast period due to the significant demand for rugged computers and wearables by militaries across the globe. The militaries are focusing on more portable and technologically-advanced computers to be deployed on warzones. Ruggedness of military devices such as laptops, handhelds, and wearables is necessary to survive and function properly in extreme environmental and operational conditions.

The wearable subsegment is expected to lead the rugged segment of the military computers market from 2018 to 2023.

Militaries around the world are showing interest in wearable computers for delivering fast and accurate information to soldiers on ground. Wearable systems not only help in tracking real-time data about soldiers easily but also in tracking the health of soldiers. The easy portability and accuracy in terms of information transfer are expected to drive this segment in the near future. Wearable technologies enable soldiers to either track or be tracked in real-time and great precision � which ensures their safety as well as diminishes the chances of failure in high-risk operations. Also, the easiness with which these devices can be carried by soldiers in warzones makes these devices preferable.

The aircraft segment to grow at the highest CAGR among the different platforms of military computers market from 2018 to 2023.

Based on platform, the military computers market has been segmented and analyzed in terms of embedded computers deployed on different platforms, namely, aircraft, naval, and ground. The high procurement of military aircraft around the world and advancements in military aircraft technology are expected to drive the market for aircraft platform at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.

The North American region is expected to dominate the military computers market from 2018 to 2023.

The North America military computers market is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period. This growth is due to the high military budget of the US and high level of sophistication and advancements in the technology of US military defense systems. s the US Army uses advanced systems, the scope of adoption of embedded computers is high. The undergoing R&D for the military weapons and equipment for the US Army would also drive the adoption of military computers.

Key Market Players

Major players in the military computers market include Curtiss-Wright Corporation (US), Zebra Technologies Corp. (US), Cobham plc (UK), Saab (Sweden), Rockwell Collins, Inc (US), Thales Group (France), Northrop Grumman Corporation (US), Getac Technology Corporation (Taiwan), and Panasonic Corporation (Japan), among others.

Curtiss Wright: Curtis Wright is continuously expanding its product offerings in the aircraft computers market through research and development. It is also spending heavily on the upgradation of existing products and adding new and improved capabilities such as software and processor. It has entered into strategic partnerships with various companies such as Lynx Software, Green Hill Software, Intel, Nvidia, etc., which helps increase its customer base. The company�s acquisition of Teletronics Technology also strengthened its position in the military computers market.

Cobham: Cobham recorded an outstanding operating performance in 2017, with a revenue of USD 2.39 billion. The company�s strategy for sustainable long-term growth aligns with the emerging global trends, drive for information, and demand for efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The company has strengthened its position in the military sector through innovations, strategic partnerships, and a wide range of reliable product offerings. Cobham also provides on-field services for off-site testing at customer premises.

Saab AB: Saab offers a wide range of embedded ground computers. As a part of its growth strategy, the company majorly focuses on technological development and working constantly to shorten lead times and increase production efficiency. The company does business around the world and has good relationships with customers and other stakeholders on every continent. This would the help the company continue growing and receiving major contracts from governments of various countries across the globe. In 2017, Saab received an order from the Swedish Defense Material Administration (FMV) to deliver Trackfire Remote Weapon Stations (RWS) to the Swedish Navy from Q3 2018 to Q3 2019.

Recent Developments

In May 2018, DRS received a USD 842 million deal to deliver new rugged tablets for Army Battle Command Platform.

In August 2018, General Dynamics received a contract from the US Army to provide rugged Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) computers and networking equipment modified for military operations.

In October 2017, Curtiss Wright launched a new family of rugged pre-integrated avionics computers. The new computer system features an extensive range of field-proven rugged chassis (2-6 3U OpenVPX slots) pre-integrated with safety certifiable modules, including Single Board Computers (SBC), graphics controllers, and avionics I/O cards.

In June 2017, Raytheon received a contract worth USD 600 million from the US Army for the upgrade of software on missile defense and other strategic systems.

Key Questions Addressed by the Report

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How is the competitive landscape changing in the client ecosystem and impacting their revenue shares?

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