Increasing Demand for All-Weather Imaging Solutions Elevates SAR Market Trajectory
The global synthetic aperture radar (SAR) market is entering a decade of sustained expansion, underpinned by rising demand for high-resolution, all-weather imaging across defense, earth observation, and commercial intelligence applications. The market is estimated to be valued at USD 32.1 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 83.3 billion by 2035 , registering a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.0% over the forecast period. This growth trajectory positions SAR technology as a critical pillar of modern surveillance, monitoring, and data-driven decision-making infrastructures worldwide. Between 2021 and 2025 , the SAR market expanded from USD 19.9 billion to USD 32.1 billion , reflecting steady annual gains driven by increased adoption in military and civilian satellite programs. During this phase, SAR systems were increasingly deployed for reconnaissance, border security, maritime awareness, disaster manag...