Cloud RAN Market Expected to Reach $85.9 Billion by 2031—Allied Market Research

According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, titled, “Cloud RAN Market," The cloud ran market size was valued at $11.1 billion in 2021, and is estimated to reach $85.9 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 23.4% from 2022 to 2031.

Cloud radio access network (C-RAN) is a cutting-edge mobile network architecture that can help operators overcome some of the difficulties such as increasing operating and capital expenditure expenses they have in meeting the expanding demands of end users. The fundamental goal of Cloud RAN is to transfer the burden of high-speed wireline transmission of in-phase and quadrature (IQ) data to baseband units (BBUs) from numerous base stations in a centralized BBU pool for statistical multiplexing advantage. C-RAN allows baseband resource cost savings and energy-efficient network operation. In addition, it increases network capacity through load balancing and collaborative signal processing of signals coming from multiple base stations.

However, strict government regulations and the need to follow security standards are two of the factors limiting the C-RAN market's growth during the forecast period.

The mobile telecommunications sector is rapidly progressing owing to the 5G network type, in which C-RAN plays a critical role. Operators can save money using C-RAN in terms of both (OPEX) operating expenses and (CAPEX) Capital expenditures. Additionally, the C-RAN can improve network performance while lowering (TCO) total cost of ownership. In circumstances involving low-latency networks, C-RAN is important. The ability to pool resources, support different technologies, streamline network operations and management, reuse infrastructure, and reduce energy usage are further benefits of C-RAN. Over the forecast period, these significant aspects are anticipated to propel the expansion of the worldwide Cloud RAN market share.

The global C-RAN market share is segmented based on technology, component, network type, deployment venue, and region. By type sub-segment, the market is divided into virtualization technology and centralization technology. By component sub-segment, the market is divided into solutions and services. By network type sub-segment the market is divided into 5G, 4G, and 3G. By deployment sub-segment, the market is divided into indoor and outdoor. By region, the market is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA.

The key players profiled in the Cloud RAN industry report include FUJITSU, ZTE Corporation., Intel Corporation, Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson, Cisco Systems, Inc., Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd., ASOCS Ltd., SAMSUNG, NEC Corporation, and Nokia.

The report offers a comprehensive analysis of the global C-RAN market trends by thoroughly studying different aspects of the market, including major segments, market statistics, market dynamics, regional market outlooks, investment opportunities, and top players working toward the growth of the market. Furthermore, the report sheds light on the present scenario and upcoming trends & developments that are contributing to the growth of the market. Moreover, restraints and challenges that hold power to obstruct the market growth are profiled in the report, along with Porter’s five forces analysis of the market to elucidate factors such as competitive landscape, bargaining power of buyers and suppliers, threats of new players, and the emergence of substitutes in the market.

Impact of Covid-19 on the Global Cloud RAN Industry

ü Due to social distancing conventions and state-wide lockdowns, the COVID-19 pandemic has inevitably resulted in an increase in the usage of digital technologies. Individuals and organizations have had to adapt to new ways of living and working globally.

ü During the COVID-19 epidemic, communication service providers faced four operational issues. Security of network data, ensuring the continuity of operations, adjusting to new traffic patterns, and ensuring the quality of crucial services are some of these.

ü Dye to the lockdown, most people have turned to the internet and internet-based services to communicate, connect, and continue with their professional tasks from home. Utilization of internet services has increased from 40% to 100% as compared to pre-lockdown levels.

ü Organizations upgrade their IT infrastructure to accommodate the increased use of video and audio-conferencing solutions. During the pandemic people due to work from home, the organizations have Increased spending on network infrastructure, bandwidth growth, and cloud-based applications. To secure the data organizations using C-RAN technology.

Key Findings of the Study

• Based on type, the centralization technology sub-segment emerged as the global leader in 2021, and the virtualization technology sub-segment is anticipated to be the fastest-growing sub-segment during the forecast period.
• Based on components, the services sub-segment emerged as the global leader in 2021, and the solutions sub-segment is predicted to show the fastest growth in the upcoming years.
• Based on network type, the 4G sub-segment emerged as the global leader in 2021, and the 5G sub-segment is predicted to show the fastest growth in the upcoming years.
• Based on deployment venue, the outdoor sub-segment emerged as the global leader in 2021, and the indoor sub-segment is predicted to show the fastest growth in the upcoming years.
• Based on region, the North American market registered the highest market share in 2021 and is projected to maintain the position during the forecast period.
• The report also provides indepth Cloud RAN Market Analysis