Japan Air Traffic Control Equipment (ATC) Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Equipment (Radar Systems, Flight Data Displays, Communication Networks, Automated Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Systems, Meteorological Sensors, and Others), By Application (Navigation, Surveillance, and Others), By End-User (Military and Commercial), and Japan Air Traffic Control Equipment (ATC) Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035.

Japan Air Traffic Control Equipment (ATC) Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Japan Air Traffic Control Equipment (ATC) Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of 8.1% from 2025 to 2035
• The Japan Air Traffic Control Equipment (ATC) Market Size is Expected to Hold a Significant Share by 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The Japan Air Traffic Control Equipment (ATC) Market Size is expected to hold a significant share by 2035, at a CAGR of 8.1% during the forecast period 2025-2035.  The Japan air traffic control (ATC) equipment market is on the rise due to the growing air traffic volume, the modernization of existing infrastructures, and the implementation of sophisticated technologies. The growth is driven by factors like growing air passenger traffic, upgrading airport infrastructures, and the necessity of efficient and secure air traffic management.

Market Overview

The Japan air traffic control equipment (ATC) market refers to the systems and technologies that are used to monitor and observe air traffic to offer effective and safe operations within Japanese airspace. Air traffic control devices are used in the detection and location of airplanes in the air, and they facilitate communication between pilots and air traffic controllers for navigation. The main strengths are Japan's strong technological prowess, with corporations such as NEC being at the forefront in creating sophisticated ATC systems, ranging from radar systems, voice communication switching systems, to air traffic control simulators, which are utilized for traffic management. Market opportunities are created through the convergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to automate repetitive tasks, improve situational awareness, and forecast anomalies, thus improving safety and efficiency. The use of trajectory-based operations and digital ATC systems also offers opportunities to optimize flight routes and minimize congestion. The government of Japan is at the forefront of promoting the ATC industry through measures like the New Air Navigation System, which is driven by the goals of strengthening control capacity, improving air traffic management, and upgrading aeronautical ground facilities. International partnerships, such as with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), clearly reflect Japan's focus on air traffic control innovation. The automation and digital technologies incorporated in air traffic control (ATC) and management hold promising opportunities for the air traffic control (ATC) equipment market.   It is also driven by demand factors such as rising air travel, technological improvements in automation and satellite-based navigation, and the need to upgrade existing infrastructure.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the Japan air traffic control equipment (ATC) market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the Japan air traffic control equipment (ATC) market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the Japan air traffic control equipment (ATC) market.

Driving Factors

The Japan air traffic control (ATC) equipment market is largely driven by growing air travel demand, calling for effective air traffic management systems to provide safety and efficiency. Urbanization and economic development have boosted domestic and international flight operations, making advanced ATC infrastructure a requirement. Advances in technology, especially in automation, radar, satellite navigation, and communications systems, are also driving Japan air traffic control (ATC) equipment market growth. Moreover, the efforts to upgrade outdated ATC systems and increase airport capacities are creating investment. The focus on reducing air traffic congestion in the skies, improving on-time performance, and maintaining secure flight operations also supports market growth. Finally, Japan's readiness for next-generation air mobility systems and drone integration also stimulates development and innovation in the Japan air traffic control (ATC) equipment market.

Restraining Factors

The Japan air traffic control (ATC) equipment market is restrained by the high cost of installing and maintaining sophisticated systems, difficulty in coordinating with old infrastructure in implementing new technologies, and a lack of skilled manpower. In addition, regulatory issues and long approval times for new systems also constrain timely implementation, possibly slowing the pace of modernization and affecting total market growth.

Market Segmentation

The Japan air traffic control equipment (ATC) market share is classified into equipment, application, and end-user.

• The radar systems segment held the largest share of the Japan air traffic control equipment (ATC) market in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a substantial pace during the forecast period.

The Japan air traffic control equipment (ATC) market is segmented by equipment into radar systems, flight data displays, communication networks, automated surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) systems, meteorological sensors, and others. Among these, the radar systems segment held the largest share of the Japan air traffic control equipment (ATC) market in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a substantial pace during the forecast period. This is attributed to its fundamental function to monitor and control aircraft movement through tracking speed, location, and altitude. The provision of secondary surveillance radar (SSR) technology is added as it improves detection precision and air traffic management efficiency. Additionally, the radar system assists in aircraft navigation through its provision of detecting aircraft to ensure a safe and accurate route.

• The navigation segment held the largest share of the Japan air traffic control equipment (ATC) market in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a substantial pace during the forecast period.

The Japan air traffic control equipment (ATC) market is segmented by application into navigation, surveillance, and others. Among these, the navigation segment held the largest share of the Japan air traffic control equipment (ATC) market in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a substantial pace during the forecast period. Air traffic control system facilitates navigation by offering tools for monitoring, guiding, and controlling air vehicles' movement in airspaces and on runways. In addition, it promotes safe and efficient flight operations, minimizes the threat of collisions, optimizes routes, and facilitates better pilot-controller communication. Therefore, the increased use of navigation systems at airports for effectively controlling flights, take-offs, landings, and others is pushing the air traffic control equipment market.

• The commercial segment held the largest share of the Japan air traffic control equipment (ATC) market in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a substantial pace during the forecast period.

The Japan air traffic control equipment (ATC) market is segmented by end-user into military and commercial.  Among these, the commercial segment held the largest share of the Japan air traffic control equipment (ATC) market in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a substantial pace during the forecast period. This is due to they are mostly utilized in commercial airports to maintain safety and efficient air traffic management during take-off, landing, and other operations. Moreover, the application in commercial airports controls aircraft movement, controls air traffic, gives navigation support, and guarantees secure communication among pilots and traffic control towers.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Japan air traffic control equipment (ATC) market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborate analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• SMC Corporation
• NEC Corporation
• Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd.
• Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
• AGP Corporation
• Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.
• Taisei Corporation
• Tokyo Airport Heating & Cooling Co., Ltd.
• Yokogawa Electric Corporation
• Kokusai Denki Electric Inc.
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at Japan, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the Japan air traffic control equipment (ATC) market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Japan air traffic control equipment (ATC) market, By Equipment

• Radar Systems
• Flight Data Displays
• Communication Networks
• Automated Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Systems
• Meteorological Sensors
• Others.

Japan air traffic control equipment (ATC) market, By Application

• Navigation
• Surveillance
• Others

Japan air traffic control equipment (ATC) market, By End-User

• Military
• Commercial