Digital Elevation Model (DEM) Market

Industry Outlook

The graphical representation next best to real topography allowed the digital elevation model (DEM) to register a market value of US$ 667.2 Mn in 2017. The market is projected to grow and reach a market value of US$ 2,106.7 million in 2026, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.2% throughout the forecast period from 2018 to 2026. A digital elevation model is the graphic representation of actual topography created by measuring the elevations and depressions on the earth’s surface. Such methods are extensively helpful for several end-use applications, including geological explorations and surveys for the oil and gas and mining sectors. Besides, planning and construction, telecommunications, aerospace, and military and defense are a few of the other notable end-use applications that extensively rely on the digital elevation model. Continuously growing significance across various sectors is projected to lift the digital elevation model (DEM) market to new heights, making the market a lucrative one to watch for.

Raster DEM is projected to lose its dominance to Triangular Irregular Network (TIN) DEM.

Raster DEM is the most easily available and commonly used digital elevation model at present. Raster DDEM is easy to design and does not involve intricate details of a given topography. The precision and accuracy are compromised in raster DEM; however, the shortfalls are compensated by its low cost and fewer efforts required to map compared to triangular irregular network (TIN) DEM. Raster DEM is generally used by small applications such as telecommunication mapping, where cost is more of a priority than accuracy. However, applications such as aerospace, military & defense, and planning & construction prefer the triangular irregular network (TIN) DEM for its great graphic representation and precision to a few decimal degrees or meters. The technique is expensive, but with continuous development in computer graphics and effective measuring techniques, the price of TIN DEM is expected to come down, making the segment dominant in the coming years.

Geological Exploration and Surveys Conducted by Governments by Countries Worldwide Helped the Segment to Lead the Way

Every country across the globe is mapping its territories and understanding its topology in order to carry out geological exploration and surveys. These explorations and surveys help nations identify and define their boundaries and utilize their natural resources to the optimum level. Planning and construction of trail geological exploration and surveys in terms of market value. Rapid urbanization and the expansion of human habitat forced authorities to use DEM for planning and construction in order to ensure the safe and economical construction of infrastructure. In addition to the aforementioned end-use applications, telecommunications is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the overall digital elevation model market. The introduction of the 5G module encouraged telecommunication companies to incorporate a digital elevation model into their macro- and micro-analysis of the telecommunication grid. These companies are using DEM to explore locations for their towers for better signal reception and dispersion. Besides various other end-use applications such as training and simulations, the gaming and transportation industries are exploring the uses of DEM, thus encouraging the growth of the DEM market in the coming years.

Developing Countries of Asia Pacific are the Most Lucrative Market for DEM Developers to Watch out for.

North America, backed by a strong market in the U.S., held the top position in the overall digital elevation model (DEM) market in 2017. Various end-use sectors often study their digital elevation model of the desired location before initiating any major planning or construction. The U.S. DEM is available free of charge on government portals for the general public. These models are updated periodically. Europe is the second-most dominant region in the DEM market after North America. However, developing countries such as China, India, and South Korea, among others, will be the most lucrative market for DEM developers in the coming years. Significant activities in the planning and construction sectors and rising expenditure for military and defense applications are the major factors supporting the growth of the DEM market in Asia Pacific. The region will be the fastest-growing region in the overall digital elevation model (DEM) market in the coming years.

Market Segmentation

“Consistent Upgrading is the Key for DEM Developer Companies to Stay Competitive.”

The digital elevation model (DEM) market is consolidated, with a limited number of notable players contributing the majority of the market share. These players incorporated the policy of upgrading their existing DEM maps with better resolution, computer graphics, and user interface in order to maintain their significance in the market. Besides, acquiring government contracts and forming strategic partnerships with aerospace, military, and defense organizations to provide the latest DEM mapping is another vital growth strategy observed by the DEM developers. Some of the most prominent and notable players in the digital elevation (DEM) market profiled in this research study include TomTom International N.V., Harris MapMart, LAND INFO Worldwide Mapping, LLC., CompassData, Inc., DHI GRAS A/S, Telespazio SPA, Apollo Mapping, CATUAV, VRICON, PASCO Corporation, and NIRAS A/S, among others.

Key questions are answered in this report.

• What are the latest upgrades and refinements in the digital elevation model (DEM) market, and what are the potential opportunities for the players?
• How will growing demand from governments worldwide affect the global as well as regional digital elevation model (DEM) market?
• Which is the largest and fastest-growing segment in terms of type and end-use application?
• Which is the most attractive geographical region or country for the overall digital elevation model (DEM) market?
• How will the growing importance of geological exploration and surveys play a vital role in the overall digital elevation model (DEM) market in the coming years?
• What are the market sizes and trends in developing regions such as Asia Pacific and Latin America?

Chapter 1 Preface
1.1 Report Description
1.1.1 Purpose of the Report
1.1.2 Target Audience
1.1.3 USP and Key Offerings
1.2 Research Scope
1.3 Research Methodology
1.3.1 Phase I – Secondary Research
1.3.2 Phase II – Primary Research
1.3.3 Approach Adopted
1.3.4 Top-Down Approach
1.3.5 Bottom-Up Approach
1.3.6 Phase III – Expert Panel Review
1.3.7 Assumptions
1.4 Market Segmentation

Chapter 2 Executive Summary
2.1 Market Snapshot: Global DEM Market
2.2 Global DEM Market, by Type
2.3 Global DEM Market, by End-use Application
2.4 Global DEM Market, by Geography

Chapter 3 Market Dynamics
3.1 Global DEM Market Overview
3.1 Market Dynamics
3.1.1 Market Drivers
3.1.1.1 Rapid Growth in Planning and Construction for Developing Areas
3.1.1.2 Use of Advanced Technology In Military & Defense Applications
3.1.1.3 Need of to-scale Digital Terrain for Training, Simulation and Gaming
3.1.2 Market Challenges
3.1.2.1 High Initial Investment and Precision Issues
3.2 See-Saw Analysis
3.2.1 Impact Analysis of Drivers and Restraints
3.3 Attractive Investment Proposition, by Geography, 2017
3.4 Market Positioning of Key Players, 2017
3.4.1 Major Strategies Adopted by Key Players

Chapter 4 Global Digital Elevation Model (DEM) Market Analysis, by Type
4.1 Overview
4.1.1 Global DEM Market Value Share, by Type, 2017 & 2026 (Value, %)
4.1.2 Global DEM Market Value, by Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
4.2 Triangular Irregular Network (TIN) DEM
4.2.1 Global Triangular Irregular Network (TIN) DEM Market, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
4.3 Raster DEM
4.3.1 Global Raster DEM Market, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)

Chapter 5 Global Digital Elevation Model (DEM) Market Analysis, by End-use Application
5.1 Overview
5.1.1 Global DEM Market Value Share, by End-use Application, 2017 & 2026 (Value, %)
5.1.2 Global DEM Market Value, by End-use Application, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
5.2 Geological Exploration & Surveys
5.2.1 Global DEM Market for Geological Exploration & Surveys, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
5.3 Aerospace
5.3.1 Global DEM Market for Aerospace, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
5.4 Planning & Construction
5.4.1 Global DEM Market for Planning & Construction, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
5.5 Telecommunication
5.5.1 Global DEM Market for Telecommunication, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
5.6 Mining
5.6.1 Global DEM Market for Mining, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
5.7 Metrology
5.7.1 Global DEM Market for Metrology, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
5.8 Military & Defense
5.8.1 Global DEM Market for Military & Defense, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
5.9 Others (Gaming, Training & Simulation, Transportation & Tourism, etc.)
5.9.1 Global DEM Market for Others, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)

Chapter 6 North America Digital Elevation Model (DEM) Market Analysis
6.1 Overview
6.1.1 North America DEM Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
6.2 North America DEM Market, by Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.2.1 Comparative Analysis
6.3 North America DEM Market Analysis, by End-use Application, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.3.1 Comparative Analysis
6.4 North America DEM Market Analysis, by Country, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
6.4.1 U.S.
6.4.2 Rest of North America

Chapter 7 Europe Digital Elevation Model (DEM) Market Analysis
7.1 Overview
7.1.1 Europe DEM Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
7.2 Europe DEM Market, by Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
7.2.1 Comparative Analysis
7.3 Europe DEM Market Analysis, by End-use Application, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
7.3.1 Comparative Analysis
7.4 Europe DEM Market Analysis, by Country, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
7.4.1 U.K.
7.4.2 Germany
7.4.3 France
7.4.4 Rest of Europe

Chapter 8 Asia Pacific Digital Elevation Model (DEM) Market Analysis
8.1 Overview
8.1.1 Asia Pacific DEM Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
8.2 Asia Pacific DEM Market, by Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
8.2.1 Comparative Analysis
8.3 Asia Pacific DEM Market Analysis, by End-use Application, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
8.3.1 Comparative Analysis
8.4 Asia Pacific DEM Market Analysis, by Country, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
8.4.1 China
8.4.2 Japan
8.4.3 India
8.4.4 Rest of Asia Pacific

Chapter 9 Rest of the World (RoW) Digital Elevation Model (DEM) Market Analysis
9.1 Overview
9.1.1 RoW DEM Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
9.2 RoW DEM Market, by Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
9.2.1 Comparative Analysis
9.3 RoW DEM Market Analysis, by End-use Application, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
9.3.1 Comparative Analysis
9.4 RoW DEM Market Analysis, by Country, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
9.4.1 Middle East & Africa (MEA)
9.4.2 Latin America

Chapter 10 Company Profiles
10.1 TomTom International N.V.
10.2 Harris MapMart
10.3 LAND INFO Worldwide Mapping, LLC
10.4 CompassData, Inc.
10.5 DHI GRAS A/S
10.6 Telespazio SPA
10.7 Apollo Mapping
10.8 CATUAV
10.9 VRICON
10.10 PASCO Corporation
10.11 NIRAS A/S

List of Figures

FIG. 1 Global Digital Elevation Model (DEM) Market: Research Methodology
FIG. 2 Market Size Estimation – Top Down & Bottom up Approach
FIG. 3 Global DEM Market Segmentation
FIG. 4 Global DEM Market, by Type, 2017 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 5 Global DEM Market, by End-use Application, 2017 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 6 Global DEM Market, by Geography, 2017 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 7 Global DEM Market Value and Growth, 2016 – 2026, (US$ Mn) (Y-o-Y %)
FIG. 8 See-Saw Analysis: Global DEM Market
FIG. 9 Attractive Investment Proposition, by Geography, 2017
FIG. 10 Global Market Positioning of Key Digital Elevation Model (DEM) Companies, 2017
FIG. 11 Global DEM Market Value Share, by Type, 2017 & 2026 (Value, %)
FIG. 12 Global Triangular Irregular Network (TIN) DEM Market, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 13 Global Raster DEM Market, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 14 Global DEM Market Value Share, by End-use Application, 2017 & 2026 (Value, %)
FIG. 15 Global DEM Market for Geological Exploration & Surveys, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 16 Global DEM Market for Aerospace, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 17 Global DEM Market for Planning & Construction, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 18 Global DEM Market for Telecommunication, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 19 Global DEM Market for Mining, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 20 Global DEM Market for Metrology, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 21 Global DEM Market for Military & Defense, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 22 Global DEM Market for Others, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
FIG. 23 North America DEM Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 24 U.S. DEM Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 25 Rest of North America DEM Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 26 Europe DEM Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 27 U.K. DEM Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 28 Germany DEM Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 29 France DEM Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 30 Rest of Europe DEM Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 31 Asia Pacific DEM Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 32 China DEM Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 33 Japan DEM Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 34 India DEM Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 35 Rest of Asia Pacific DEM Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 36 RoW DEM Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 37 Middle East & Africa (MEA) DEM Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)
FIG. 38 Latin America DEM Market Value, 2016-2026, (US$ Mn)

List of Tables

TABLE 1 Market Snapshot: Global Digital Elevation Model (DEM) Market Value
TABLE 2 Impact Indicators
TABLE 3 Impact Analysis of Drivers and Restraints
TABLE 4 Global DEM Market, by Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 5 Global DEM Market, by End-use Application, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 6 North America DEM Market, by Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 7 North America DEM Market, by End-use Application, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 8 Europe DEM Market, by Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 9 Europe DEM Market, by End-use Application, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 10 Asia Pacific DEM Market, by Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 11 Asia Pacific DEM Market, by End-use Application, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 12 RoW DEM Market, by Type, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 13 RoW DEM Market, by End-use Application, 2016 – 2026 (US$ Mn)
TABLE 14 TomTom International N.V.: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)
TABLE 15 Harris MapMart: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)
TABLE 16 LAND INFO Worldwide Mapping, LLC: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)
TABLE 17 CompassData, Inc.: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)
TABLE 18 DHI GRAS A/S: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)
TABLE 19 Telespazio SPA: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)
TABLE 20 Apollo Mapping: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)
TABLE 21 CATUAV: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)
TABLE 22 VRICON: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)
TABLE 23 PASCO Corporation: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)
TABLE 24 NIRAS A/S: Company Snapshot (Business Description; Product Portfolio; Financial Information; Business Overview and Recent Development)