Product Code: ETC4561677 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Sep 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Summon Dutta | No. of Pages: 85 | No. of Figures: 45 | No. of Tables: 25 |
Similar to unmanned ground vehicles, this market deals with autonomous or remotely operated vehicles designed for surface water operations, such as maritime surveillance and research.
The expansion of maritime surveillance, environmental monitoring, and offshore exploration activities drives the demand for unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) in Ghana. USVs, including remotely operated boats and underwater drones, offer capabilities for data collection, mapping, and surveillance in marine environments. As industries prioritize maritime security, resource management, and environmental conservation, the adoption of USV technology grows, shaping the market landscape.
The market may face challenges related to ensuring vehicle durability and reliability in marine environments, addressing concerns about collision avoidance and navigation safety, and managing the costs associated with unmanned surface vehicle operations.
Recognizing the potential of unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) in maritime surveillance, environmental monitoring, and offshore operations, the government of Ghana is implementing policies to promote investment in USV technologies. This includes initiatives to provide incentives for maritime agencies, research institutions, and private sector companies to develop USV platforms and autonomous navigation systems for coastal patrol, marine research, and offshore energy exploration, as well as regulations to ensure safety and environmental protection standards for unmanned vessel operations. Additionally, efforts are underway to enhance skills development and training programs for USV operators, remote sensing technicians, and marine engineers, as well as promote collaboration and technology transfer between domestic and international USV manufacturers and users, thereby supporting the growth of the unmanned surface vehicles market and enhancing maritime security and environmental stewardship in Ghana.
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 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Overview |
3.1 Ghana Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume Share, By System, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Size, 2021 & 2031F |
3.9 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Endurance, 2021 & 2031F |
3.10 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Hull Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.11 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Cruising Speed, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Government initiatives promoting the use of unmanned surface vehicles for maritime security and surveillance. |
4.2.2 Increasing adoption of unmanned technologies in the defense sector. |
4.2.3 Growing demand for efficient and cost-effective solutions for maritime operations in Ghana. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High initial investment and operational costs associated with unmanned surface vehicles. |
4.3.2 Lack of skilled workforce to operate and maintain unmanned systems effectively in Ghana. |
5 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Trends |
6 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market, By Types |
6.1 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Remotely Operated Surface Vehicles, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Autonomous Surface Vehicles, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Commercial, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Defense, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market, By System |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Propulsion System, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Communication System, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Payload, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Chassis Material, 2021-2031F |
6.3.6 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Component, 2021-2031F |
6.3.7 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Software, 2021-2031F |
6.4 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market, By Size |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Small (Less Than 3 Meters), 2021-2031F |
6.4.3 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Medium (3-7 Meters), 2021-2031F |
6.4.4 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Large (7-14 Meters), 2021-2031F |
6.4.5 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Extremely Large (>14 Meters), 2021-2031F |
6.5 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market, By Endurance |
6.5.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.5.2 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By <100 Hours, 2021-2031F |
6.5.3 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By 100??500 Hours, 2021-2031F |
6.5.4 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By 500??1,000 Hours, 2021-2031F |
6.5.5 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By >1,000 Hours, 2021-2031F |
6.6 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market, By Hull Type |
6.6.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.6.2 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Single, 2021-2031F |
6.6.3 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Twin, 2021-2031F |
6.6.4 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Triple, 2021-2031F |
6.6.5 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Rigid Inflatable, 2021-2031F |
6.7 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market, By Cruising Speed |
6.7.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.7.2 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By Up to 10 Knots, 2021-2031F |
6.7.3 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By 10??30 Knots, 2021-2031F |
6.7.4 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenues & Volume, By , 2021-2031F |
7 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average response time of unmanned surface vehicles in emergency situations. |
8.2 Percentage increase in the adoption of unmanned surface vehicles by Ghanaian maritime agencies. |
8.3 Improvement in operational efficiency and cost savings achieved through the use of unmanned surface vehicles. |
8.4 Number of successful missions conducted by unmanned surface vehicles in Ghanaian waters. |
8.5 Reduction in maritime security incidents due to the presence of unmanned surface vehicles. |
9 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Opportunity Assessment, By System, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Opportunity Assessment, By Size, 2021 & 2031F |
9.5 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Opportunity Assessment, By Endurance, 2021 & 2031F |
9.6 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Opportunity Assessment, By Hull Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.7 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Opportunity Assessment, By Cruising Speed, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Ghana Unmanned Surface Vehicles Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |