About Inflight Entertaiment & Connectivity
Inflight Entertainment & Connectivity (IFEC) refers to the systems on airplanes that provide passengers with entertainment and internet access during their flights. The availability and sophistication of IFEC systems vary depending on the airline and the type of aircraft. Some airlines offer a wide variety of entertainment options and high-speed internet access, while others offer more limited options. The Inflight Entertainment & Connectivity market is poised for significant growth due to rising passenger demand and technological advancements. However, airlines need to address challenges like costs and cybersecurity concerns to fully capitalize on this growth potential.
Attributes | Details |
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Study Period | 2018-2030 |
Base Year | 2023 |
Unit | Value (USD Million) |
The key manufacturers are targeting the innovations of the products with better quality, and better technical characteristics, and also assist in providing and humanizing the after-sale service to the consumers. The key players are probable to keep a stronghold on the market over the anticipated period. The key players are accepting strategic decisions and are thinking about mergers and acquisitions to maintain their presence in the market. Analyst at AMA Research estimates that Global Manufacturers will contribute the maximum growth to Global Inflight Entertaiment & Connectivity market throughout the forecasted period. Established and emerging Manufacturers should take a closer view at their existing organizations and reinvent traditional business and operating models to adapt to the future.
BAE Systems (United Kingdom), IBM (United States), Safran Passenger Innovations (United States), EUTELSAT COMMUNICATIONS SA (France), Riyadh Air (Saudi Arabia), Gogo Business Aviation LLC (United States), Honeywell International Inc. (United States), Inmarsat Global Limited (United Kingdom), Iridium Communications Inc. (United States) and Panasonic Holdings Corporation (Japan) are some of the key players that are part of study coverage. Additionally, the Manufacturers which are also part of the research coverage are Safran S.A. (France), SITA (Switzerland), Thales (France) and Viasat, Inc. (United States).
Segmentation Overview
AMA Research has segmented the market of Global Inflight Entertaiment & Connectivity market by Type (IFE Hardwares, IFE Connectivity and IFE Content) and Region.
On the basis of geography, the market of Inflight Entertaiment & Connectivity has been segmented into South America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America), Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Taiwan, Australia, Rest of Asia-Pacific), Europe (Germany, France, Italy, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Rest of Europe), MEA (Middle East, Africa), North America (United States, Canada, Mexico). If we see Market by Aircraft Type, the sub-segment i.e. Narrow Body will boost the Inflight Entertaiment & Connectivity market. Additionally, the rising demand from SMEs and various industry verticals gives enough cushion to market growth. If we see Market by Class, the sub-segment i.e. Economy Class will boost the Inflight Entertaiment & Connectivity market. Additionally, the rising demand from SMEs and various industry verticals gives enough cushion to market growth.
Influencing Trend:
Increasing Demand for More Personalized Inflight Entertainment Options
Market Growth Drivers:
Passenger Demand for Connectivity and Growing Importance of In-Flight Experience
Challenges:
Security Concerns and Regulations
Restraints:
High Installation and Operational Costs
Opportunities:
Integration with Smart Aircraft Systems and Increase in Air Travel
Market Leaders and their expansionary development strategies
In November 2023, Riyadh Air and IBM announced the signing of a strategic agreement in which IBM Consulting will be the lead systems integrator to support creating, building and orchestrating the technology foundation that can help the digitally native airline offer exceptional and seamless travel experiences.
In June 2023, Safran Passenger Innovations (SPI) is thrilled to announce its next generation In-Flight Entertainment System (IFE), RAVE Ultra plus. Built on the foundations of the award-winning RAVE Seat-Centric system and RAVE Ultra. RAVE Ultra plus is designed around three key principles.
Key Target Audience
Market Research & Consultancy Firm, Potential Investors, Research & Development Centers, Government & Regulatory Bodies and Others
About Approach
To evaluate and validate the market size various sources including primary and secondary analysis is utilized. AMA Research follows regulatory standards such as NAICS/SIC/ICB/TRCB, to have a better understanding of the market. The market study is conducted on basis of more than 200 companies dealing in the market regional as well as global areas with the purpose to understand the companies positioning regarding the market value, volume, and their market share for regional as well as global.
Further to bring relevance specific to any niche market we set and apply a number of criteria like Geographic Footprints, Regional Segments of Revenue, Operational Centres, etc. The next step is to finalize a team (In-House + Data Agencies) who then starts collecting C & D level executives and profiles, Industry experts, Opinion leaders, etc., and work towards appointment generation.
The primary research is performed by taking the interviews of executives of various companies dealing in the market as well as using the survey reports, research institute, and latest research reports. Meanwhile, the analyst team keeps preparing a set of questionnaires, and after getting the appointee list; the target audience is then tapped and segregated with various mediums and channels that are feasible for making connections that including email communication, telephonic, skype, LinkedIn Group & InMail, Community Forums, Community Forums, open Survey, SurveyMonkey, etc.