Market Forecast By Application (Comm, & Control, ISR, Communication, Combat), By Platform (Ground, Airborne, Naval, Unmanned Systems), By Type (Soldier Radios, Manpacks, VIC, HCDR) And Competitive Landscape
| Product Code: ETC4558983 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 85 | No. of Figures: 45 | No. of Tables: 25 |
According to 6Wresearch internal database and industry insights, the Brazil Tactical Communication Market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9% during the forecast period (2025–2031).
Below mentioned are the evaluations of year-wise growth rate along with key drivers:
| Years | Est. Annual Growth (%) | Growth Drivers |
| 2020 | 3.2 | Doctrine updates for joint ops; early digital migration in Army brigades. |
| 2021 | 4.1 | Spectrum refarming by ANATEL; pilot SDR programs and basic crypto refresh. |
| 2022 | 5.6 | SISFRON acceleration on borders; tactical LTE/4G field trials for ISR backhaul. |
| 2023 | 6.8 | SGDC satellite backhaul integration; mesh networking in jungle exercises. |
| 2024 | 7.5 | Local assembly incentives; interoperability push across Army–Navy–Air Force. |
The Brazil Tactical Communication Market report thoroughly covers the market by application, platform and type. The report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of ongoing market trends, opportunities/high-growth areas, and market drivers that will help stakeholders devise and align strategies according to current and future market dynamics.
| Report Name | Brazil Tactical Communication Market |
| Forecast period | 2025–2031 |
| CAGR | 8.9% |
| Growing Sector | Defense & Security |
The Brazil Tactical Communication Industry is anticipated to witness robust growth supported by joint-operations modernization, expansion of border surveillance grids in the Amazon and frontier states, and rapid adoption of secure IP-based, SDR-enabled radios. Rising need for resilient, multi-bearer connectivity (V/UHF, HF, SATCOM, and tactical LTE) across dispersed terrain is expanding deployments on ground brigades, maritime patrol assets, and rotary wings, while high-capacity data radios (HCDR) and vehicular intercom systems (VIC) enable unified voice–video–data at the edge.
Below mentioned are some prominent drivers and their influence on the Brazil Tactical Communication Market dynamics:
| Drivers | Primary Segments Affected | Why it Matters (Evidence) |
| Interoperability & Joint C2 Mandates | Application; Type | C2/Communications convergence drives standardized waveforms, common crypto, and VIC integration across services. |
| Border & Jungle Operations | Platform | Amazon-focused ISR and patrols require beyond-line-of-sight links and MANET mesh in dense terrain. |
| Local Content & Offset Policies | Type; Platform | Offsets and in-country assembly reduce lifecycle cost, increase uptime, and speed spares. |
| SATCOM & HCDR Adoption | Type | SGDC and commercial Ku/Ka complement V/UHF; HCDR enables ISR video and mission apps at the edge. |
| Tactical LTE/5G Pilots | Application; Platform | Private cellular for convoy/base nodes improves bandwidth for sensors and blue-force tracking. |
The Brazil Tactical Communication Market is expected to grow steadily at a 8.9% CAGR between 2025 and 2031. The upward trajectory of the market is credited to SDR migration, SATCOM/HCDR densification, and interoperability-led C2 upgrades. Along with that, omniplatform fielding (ground vehicles, patrol craft, helicopters, and unmanned systems) and offset-driven local workshare reinforce demand. At the same time crypto agility and MANET routing broaden resilient options. Backed by the rising need for secure, high-throughput edge networks, waveform optimization, adaptive power control, and environmental hardening are central to availability and mission reliability. Additionally, sustainability in logistics (modular LRUs) and prudent spectrum use are shaping long-term Brazil Tactical Communication Market Growth.
Below mentioned are some major restraints and their influence on the Brazil Tactical Communication Market dynamics:
| Restraints | Primary Segments Affected | What this Means (Evidence) |
| Budget Variability & Procurement Cycles | Application | Phased buying stretches program timelines; favors upgrades over clean-sheet fleets. |
| Terrain & Climate Challenges | Platform; Type | Jungle, riverine, and mountains stress range and durability; need IP67/68 and anti-corrosion. |
| Spectrum & Certification (ANATEL) | Type | Device approvals and spectrum coordination add lead time; drive standard waveform choices. |
| Export Controls & Crypto Policies | Type | ITAR/EAR and national crypto rules limit sourcing; require local key management. |
| Legacy Fleet Integration | Application; Platform | Mixed analog/digital inventories demand gateways and crossband solutions. |
While the market is developing, several constraints also come across such as ensuring end-to-end encryption while maintaining low latency for ISR feeds, keeping MANET performance stable in foliage and urban canyons, and integrating multi-bearer (HF/VHF/UHF/LTE/SATCOM) without overloading soldier power budgets. Establishing robust depot-level MRO, guaranteeing key management at scale, and sustaining interoperability during multinational exercises remain critical to readiness and trust.
Several significant trends are impacting the Brazil Tactical Communication Market
Some of the notable investment opportunities are:
Below is the list of prominent companies leading in the Brazil Tactical Communication Market Share:
| Company Name | L3Harris Technologies |
| Established Year | 2019 |
| Headquarters | Melbourne, Florida, USA; Brazil presence via partners |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Portfolio of SDRs, manpacks, and HCDR with SOTM solutions; strong interoperability toolsets and field support programs in Latin America.
| Company Name | Thales Group |
| Established Year | 1893 |
| Headquarters | Paris, France; Brazil operations in São Bernardo do Campo |
| Official Website | Click Here |
End-to-end tactical radios, SATCOM, and C2 integration; waveform libraries and rugged VIC suites adapted for joint Brazilian use cases.
| Company Name | Elbit Systems (AEL Sistemas) |
| Established Year | 1967 (Elbit); AEL based in Porto Alegre |
| Headquarters | Haifa, Israel; Brazil subsidiary AEL Sistemas S.A. |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Soldier systems, vehicular intercoms, and airborne links; strong local engineering and offset track record through AEL Sistemas.
| Company Name | Motorola Solutions |
| Established Year | 1928 |
| Headquarters | Chicago, Illinois, USA; Brazil footprint across public safety |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Secure mission-critical communications, LTE/5G systems, and interoperability gateways leveraged for defense support and joint ops.
| Company Name | Embraer Defense & Security |
| Established Year | 1969 |
| Headquarters | São José dos Campos, Brazil |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Integrator for airborne and C2 solutions; partners with tactical radio OEMs to embed secure links in aircraft and command posts.
According to Brazilian Government data, initiatives such as SISFRON (Integrated Border Monitoring System) phases, the SGDC strategic communications satellite program, and ANATEL spectrum management are encouraging secure, resilient links across forces. Defense offset and local content frameworks promote in-country manufacturing and maintenance. Other programs like Army C2 modernization roadmaps and joint interoperability standards for multinational exercises bolster adoption of SDR, SATCOM, and HCDR capabilities, while emergency communications readiness supports dual-use deployment for disaster response.
The Brazil Tactical Communication Industry will maintain its upward growth trajectory as services scale SDR fleets, expand tactical LTE nodes, and invest in SATCOM-on-the-move for maneuver formations. Private–public partnerships and offset will broaden local maintenance and assembly, while crypto agility and key management maturity will differentiate portfolios. Automated spectrum management, power-aware routing, and environmental hardening will help forces achieve resilient edge networking with higher availability and lower total cost of ownership.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments and their leading categories.
According to Vanshika, Senior Research Analyst, 6Wresearch, Command & Control (C2) applications are expected to dominate Brazil tactical communication market size owing to the need for common operational picture, blue-force tracking, and cross-service interoperability at brigade/division echelons.
Ground platforms are projected to lead by platform due to the large installed base of armored vehicles, patrol trucks, and border detachments operating across jungle, semi-arid, and urban terrains.
Soldier radios are anticipated to dominate given their large volume deployment across infantry and special operations units, enabling team-level voice/data and edge apps. Manpacks remain crucial for higher power and range at squad/platoon command, HCDR grows fastest for ISR video and mission data, and VIC is pivotal for platform integration.
The Brazil tactical communication market provides a detailed analysis of the following market segments:
| 1 Executive Summary |
| 2 Introduction |
| 2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
| 2.2 Report Description |
| 2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
| 2.4 Research Methodology |
| 2.5 Assumptions |
| 3 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Overview |
| 3.1 Brazil Country Macro Economic Indicators |
| 3.2 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
| 3.3 Brazil Tactical Communication Market - Industry Life Cycle |
| 3.4 Brazil Tactical Communication Market - Porter's Five Forces |
| 3.5 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
| 3.6 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Platform, 2021 & 2031F |
| 3.7 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
| 4 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Dynamics |
| 4.1 Impact Analysis |
| 4.2 Market Drivers |
| 4.2.1 Increasing demand for advanced communication systems by military and law enforcement agencies in Brazil |
| 4.2.2 Technological advancements leading to the development of more sophisticated tactical communication solutions |
| 4.2.3 Government initiatives and investments in modernizing defense and security infrastructure in Brazil |
| 4.3 Market Restraints |
| 4.3.1 High initial investment and maintenance costs associated with deploying tactical communication systems |
| 4.3.2 Regulatory challenges and compliance requirements in the defense sector in Brazil |
| 4.3.3 Limited awareness and understanding of the benefits of advanced tactical communication solutions among potential end-users |
| 5 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Trends |
| 6 Brazil Tactical Communication Market, By Types |
| 6.1 Brazil Tactical Communication Market, By Application |
| 6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
| 6.1.2 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021-2031F |
| 6.1.3 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Revenues & Volume, By Comm, 2021-2031F |
| 6.1.4 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Revenues & Volume, By & Control, 2021-2031F |
| 6.1.5 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Revenues & Volume, By ISR, 2021-2031F |
| 6.1.6 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Revenues & Volume, By Communication, 2021-2031F |
| 6.1.7 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Revenues & Volume, By Combat, 2021-2031F |
| 6.2 Brazil Tactical Communication Market, By Platform |
| 6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
| 6.2.2 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Revenues & Volume, By Ground, 2021-2031F |
| 6.2.3 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Revenues & Volume, By Airborne, 2021-2031F |
| 6.2.4 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Revenues & Volume, By Naval, 2021-2031F |
| 6.2.5 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Revenues & Volume, By Unmanned Systems, 2021-2031F |
| 6.3 Brazil Tactical Communication Market, By Type |
| 6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
| 6.3.2 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Revenues & Volume, By Soldier Radios, 2021-2031F |
| 6.3.3 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Revenues & Volume, By Manpacks, 2021-2031F |
| 6.3.4 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Revenues & Volume, By VIC, 2021-2031F |
| 6.3.5 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Revenues & Volume, By HCDR, 2021-2031F |
| 7 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
| 7.1 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Export to Major Countries |
| 7.2 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Imports from Major Countries |
| 8 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Key Performance Indicators |
| 8.1 Percentage increase in government spending on defense and security technology |
| 8.2 Adoption rate of next-generation communication technologies by Brazilian military and law enforcement agencies |
| 8.3 Number of successful partnerships and collaborations between local and international tactical communication providers in Brazil |
| 9 Brazil Tactical Communication Market - Opportunity Assessment |
| 9.1 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
| 9.2 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Opportunity Assessment, By Platform, 2021 & 2031F |
| 9.3 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
| 10 Brazil Tactical Communication Market - Competitive Landscape |
| 10.1 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
| 10.2 Brazil Tactical Communication Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
| 11 Company Profiles |
| 12 Recommendations |
| 13 Disclaimer |