The vessel monitoring system software market was valued at US$ 457.29 million in 2019 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.8% during the forecast period to reach US$ 1168.85 million by 2027.
The government across the world are increasing defense and boarder control spending each year owing to rising threat to homeland. There is an increasing need to track illegal fishing activities, movement of goods, people, and illicit material. Also, with the integration of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in advanced vessel monitoring system software to provide better insights for research and development purposes. Moreover, the vessel monitoring system software is not just limited to seaborne vessel application it can be integrated with any surface or airborne machine, vehicle or drone. The vessel monitoring systems are equipped with various technologies such as GPS antenna and receiver, computer, and a transmitter. These components not only help vessels operator navigate through the sea or water body but also allow the governing or border security bodies to monitor the movement and traffic in territory.
Further, vessel monitoring system software allows the governing body to identify any vessel and illegal fishing activities in restricted territory or during restricted time and further it assist to detect and track non-permitted or unidentified vessel operating or breaching the national borders. With continuous innovation in technology the vessel monitoring system software’s are now integrated with technologies like surface temperate monitor, traffic and collision management, satellite communication, real time weather forecast etc. which is enabling vessel operators to optimize and streamline their operations. Thus, rising need for tracking due to unauthorized activities is one of the major factor contributing towards the growth of vessel monitoring system software market during the forecast period.
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Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Vessel Monitoring System Software Market
The outbreak of the COVID-19 virus negatively affects the vessel monitoring system software market. The imposition of lockdown and movement of vehicles by government bodies to reduce curb the spread of the virus has negatively impacted the trade of products worldwide. Owing to the low business of trade, the number of cargo vessels, fisheries vessels has decreased drastically, which limited the use of VMS. Also, due to the temporary shutdown of manufacturing units, the procurement of new ships had negatively impacted, resulting in less VMS adoption. This factor has been analyzed while estimating the market size of the vessel monitoring system software market in 2020.
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Growing opportunities for Cargo Tracking
An increasing seaborne trade across the globe results in the rising investment in safety and security system which boosts the growth of the vessel monitoring system software market. Further, advancements in repair, restoration and upgrade of vessels is projected to fuel the growth for vessel monitoring system software market. Additionally, increase in trade activities backed retrofitting of old system with new advanced vessel monitoring system software to optimize and streamline the operations are among other factors forecasted to create growth opportunities for vessel monitoring system software market players. Advancements including near real-time tracking provides a brief analysis of the fleet, including risks, security threats, and various regulatory territories. Further, complete situational awareness along with global visibility and actionable intelligence to increase the operational efficiency.
Vessel Type Market Insights
Based on application, the vessel monitoring system software market is segmented into: Fishing Vessel and Others. Fishing vessels are ships or boat used for catch fish from sea or any inner land water body like lake or river. There are majorly two type in fishing vessel i.e. artesian and commercial vessel. The artisan vessels are comparatively small in size and capacity compared to commercial fishing vessels also are cheaper. These ships are major use in sea and inner land water body. Whereas, commercial vessels are used for large-scale commercial fishing activities in sea or deep sea areas. The vessel capacity also varies in this category of vessel and these vessels are equipped with various technology and machinery to optimize and streamline fishing operations.
Application Market Insight
Based on application, the vessel monitoring system software market is segmented into: Fisheries Management and Others. One of the primary application of vessel management system is to monitor the action and movement of fishery vessels in the sea or water bodies. As per the international laws a country has exclusive economic zone to 200 nautical miles (370km) from its costal region which implies other state fishery or other vessel cannot access it without any approval. Furthermore, vessel management system assists fishing vessel to report their catch, for instance as per European Union regulation fishing vessels are require to report about their weekly catch, transshipment, catch on entry and catch on exit, port of landing etc. Furthermore, the specification and calibration of vessel management system differs from country to country according to reporting norms set by the particular governing authorities for fishery
The players operating in the enterprise content management market focus on strategies such as mergers, acquisitions, and market initiatives to maintain their positions in the market. A few developments by key players are listed below:
- In Dec 2020, Applied Satellite Technology (AST) Ltd received a contract for delivering its Vessel Monitoring Solution for 400 inshore vessels over the next year from Welsh Government, UK.
- In Oct 2019, Orolia Maritime declared on collaboration with SRH Marine to combine Orolia Maritime’s M-SecureSync cyber security capabilities into its new automated digital services distribution platform.
Vessel Monitoring System Software Market Regional Insights
The regional trends and factors influencing the Vessel Monitoring System Software Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at Insight Partners. This section also discusses Vessel Monitoring System Software Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.

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Vessel Monitoring System Software Market Report Scope
Report Attribute | Details |
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Market size in 2019 | US$ 457.29 Million |
Market Size by 2027 | US$ 1168.85 Million |
Global CAGR (2019 - 2027) | 12.8% |
Historical Data | 2017-2018 |
Forecast period | 2020-2027 |
Segments Covered |
By Vessel Type
|
Regions and Countries Covered | North America
|
Market leaders and key company profiles |
Vessel Monitoring System Software Market Players Density: Understanding Its Impact on Business Dynamics
The Vessel Monitoring System Software Market is growing rapidly, driven by increasing end-user demand due to factors such as evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and greater awareness of the product's benefits. As demand rises, businesses are expanding their offerings, innovating to meet consumer needs, and capitalizing on emerging trends, which further fuels market growth.
Market players density refers to the distribution of firms or companies operating within a particular market or industry. It indicates how many competitors (market players) are present in a given market space relative to its size or total market value.
Major Companies operating in the Vessel Monitoring System Software Market are:
- ORBCOMM Inc.
- Applied Satellite Technology Ltd
- Beijing Highlander Digital Technology Co., Ltd.
- BlueTraker
- CLS Fisheries
Disclaimer: The companies listed above are not ranked in any particular order.

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Global Vessel Monitoring System Software Segments:
Vessel Monitoring System Software Market – By Vessel Type
- Fishing Vessel
- Others
Vessel Monitoring System Software Market – By Application
- Fisheries Management
- Others
Vessel Monitoring System Software Market – By Geography
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Mexico
- Europe
- France
- Germany
- Italy
- Spain
- UK
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific (APAC)
- Australia
- China
- India
- Japan
- Rest of APAC
- Middle East & Africa (MEA)
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- South Africa
- Rest of MEA
- South America (SAM)
- Brazil
- Rest of SAM
Companies
- ORBCOMM Inc.
- Applied Satellite Technology Ltd
- Beijing Highlander Digital Technology Co., Ltd.
- BlueTraker
- CLS Fisheries
- Orolia Maritime
- Trackwell
- ShipNet
- Wärtsilä Corporation
- THINKmarine Co., Ltd.
- Visma
- Satlink S.L.
- SRT Marine Systems plc
Frequently Asked Questions
What are market opportunities for vessel monitoring system software market?
Increase in trade activities backed retrofitting of old system with new advanced vessel monitoring system software to optimize and streamline the operations are among other factors forecasted to create growth opportunities for vessel monitoring system software market players.
Which application type is expected to dominate the market in the forecast period?
The vessel monitoring system software market is led by fisheries management segment with highest share and is expected to dominate in the forecast period. One of the major factors contributing towards the growth of fisheries management segment during the forecast period is presence of various communities dedicated to the management of the fisheries with the help of software
What are reasons behind vessel monitoring system software market growth?
The growth of the vessel monitoring system software market is primarily attributed to the rising need for tracking due to unauthorized activities. Moreover, escalating growth in fisheries application, thereby substantially driving the vessel monitoring system software market.
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The List of Companies - Vessel Monitoring System Software Market
- ORBCOMM Inc.
- Applied Satellite Technology Ltd
- Beijing Highlander Digital Technology Co., Ltd.
- BlueTraker
- CLS Fisheries
- Orolia Maritime
- Trackwell
- ShipNet
- Wärtsilä Corporation
- THINKmarine Co., Ltd.
- Visma
- Satlink S.L.
- SRT Marine Systems plc


