Brazil Maritime Safety System Market Overview, 2029

In a country where the sea has played an important role in terms of trade and culture, the Brazilian maritime safety system market is the guardian to its safe and secure marine operations. Rapidisation is the phenomenon that explained the acceleration of development and acceptance of technologies in the maritime safety segment. Advanced technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things, and big data analytics, have been integrated to a large extent in Brazil over the recent past, offering real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and operational efficiency. Thus, it is the growth in maritime traffic and timely response required in case of incidents that drives home rapid deployment of safety systems, underlining the need for agile solutions in maritime safety. With rising urbanization, the Brazilian maritime safety system market will become fundamental to building resilience in coastlines, providing a safe environment for the burgeoning port cities to grow amid a rise in maritime activities. The process of urbanization currently underway in Brazil holds strong implications for the future of the maritime sector, mostly related to coastal urban areas. With people moving to cities, demand for maritime transportation and logistics services naturally increased. Thus, this urban pressure calls for greater safety measures in controlling vessel traffic to prevent accidents within busy port areas. For instance, SIATT, a Brazilian technology company with a 50% stake held by EDGE Group, has been selected for a pilot project to provide secure communication technology for Brazil’s coastal surveillance and protection, the consortium announced on 23 November. The project, named Sistema de Gerenciamento da Amazonia Azul (SisGAAz), is part of Brazil’s maritime protection programme, Blue Amazon.

According to the research report "Brazil Maritime Safety System Market Overview, 2029," published by Bonafide Research, the Brazil Maritime Safety System market was valued at more than USD 1000 Million in 2023.The impetus for infrastructure development due to urbanization calls forth investments in port facilities and maritime safety systems to prepare for the increased demand while safeguarding both the maritime and coastal communities. In the maritime safety system market in Brazil, domainsinvolve government schemes and events related to safety and innovation. The annual Maritime Safety Conference provides a chance for industry professionals to meet up and discuss the newest developments and trends of technologies and other pertinent subjects. The Brazil Maritime Expo allows a better understanding of new developments of maritime safety equipment and services. Also, the International Maritime Organization conducts workshops in Brazil to check conformity to international safety standards. They are complemented by important government programs, including the Safe Navigation Program, whose role is to raise the level of safety navigation by using state-of-the-art technologies, and the program on Environmental Protection, whose function is to diminish negative consequences of sea activities against the environment. Next to these is the Maritime Training and Certification Scheme, which funds and resources maritime personnel training in regard to safety protocols and best practices.
The Brazil maritime safety system market comprises various key solutions that improve maritime safety. Some of the critical solutions include surveillance systems like radar and Automatic Identification Systems that find an application in tracking vessel movement and prevention of collisions. Communication technologies such as satellite communications and Very High Frequency radios provide effective channels of communication between vessels and the concerned maritime authorities. Navigation aids, such as ECDIS and GPS, are among the most significant tools supporting safe maritime operations. On the other hand, lifesaving appliances such as life jackets, lifeboats, and emergency beacons are essential for crew and passengers' safety in case of an emergency. Apart from solutions, the maritime safety system market provides critical services around these technologies. Installation services ensure that the proper set-up of the safety systems is done; this is very critical for its effective operation. Maintenance services are necessary to ensure the reliability and durability of safety equipment. Comprehensive training programs allow personnel to efficiently operate these systems. Expert consultancy will help organizations navigate these safety regulations and choose proper technologies that won't only ensure compliance but will bring along operational effectiveness.

The Brazilian Maritime Safety System is an overall structure tasked with providing safety, security, and efficiency in the maritime operations taking place in Brazilian waters. The BMIS is the Brazilian Navy's centerpiece of a centralized database, intended for the collection and treatment of information related to maritime safety, security, and protection of the environment. The system contributes to the sharing of data between Brazilian authorities and international partners for decision-making, risk assessment, and resource allocation. The Automatic Identification System is a tracking system able to automatically exchange vessel information with other vessels fitted with AIS and with coastal authorities. In Brazil, AIS is one of the most important tools in increasing navigation safety, vessel tracking, and maritime domain awareness. Based on real-time data on vessel identity, position, course, and speed, AIS empowers Brazilian authorities to monitor and control vessel movements and hence helps to reduce the risks of maritime incidents and to improve search and rescue capabilities. The GMDSS is an international safety system designed to aid in distress alerting and communications and entered into service to improve coordination. GMDSS, part of the Brazilian Maritime Safety System since 1999, was put into operation for the safety of life at sea by providing efficient and credible communication media under unforeseen circumstances. It provides various communication technologies together for the purpose of guaranteeing continual, global coverage so that Brazilian authorities promptly respond to calls of distress and coordinate associated search and rescue operations. Long Range Identification and Tracking System is the global ship tracking system that offers Brazilian authorities the likelihood of monitoring vessel movements beyond the range of coastal radar and AIS. The LRIT System can provide for improved maritime security, safety, and search and rescue capabilities by means of regular position reports and ship identification data. VTMIS stands for Vessel Traffic Management and Information System, which is an operational concept from Brazil. VTMIS oversees vessel traffic in busy waterways and harbor areas of Brazil. With the data derived from these various sources, VTMIS will be allowed to provide a comprehensive overview of the numerous activities related to the seas in Brazil. Therefore, the authorities can improve management in terms of traffic movement, avoid the risk of vessel collision, and assure higher safety and efficiency in waterborne transport.

The Brazilian maritime safety system is an integrated arrangement for the protection of an extended coastline, busy ports, and huge offshore resources. The main institution responsible for maritime safety and security in Brazil is the Brazilian Navy. However, it works in coordination with other governmental bodies. The Brazilian system brings about international standards to the unique conditions of the country. The country widely uses the Automatic Identification System, which is mandatory to every commercial vessel above 300 gross tons. The country maintains a fully operational Global Maritime Distress and Safety System in Brazilian waters. The Navy maintains a network for coast radio stations for the purpose of distress communication. It was in Brazil that a system for long-range identification and tracking was developed to keep trace of any vessel anywhere in the world from solely Brazilian flag vessels. The National Waterway Transportation Agency, ANTAQ, oversees maritime transport, regulating safety standards for ports and vessels. For example, when it comes to offshore oil and gas operations, which for the most part characterize the Brazilian economy, high order safety standards in emergency response programs and continual training in safetyare actually applied by the state-owned oil company, Petrobras. In relation to international ships, following the Viña del Mar Agreement on Port State Control, Brazil actually inspects foreign vessels to determine whether they meet the international safety standard. It has developed its own Vessel Traffic Management Information System for major ports—but only in the ports of Santos and Rio de Janeiro—through the integration of radar, AIS, and meteorological data to improve awareness against threats within the maritime domain. Defence boat builder Birdon Group has signed a contract with the Brazilian Army Commission in Washington for the supply of two Bridge Erection Boats (BEBs) and services, including parts and training. The Port Macquarie, New South Wales company has previously supplied the Brazilian Army with three BEBs over recent years. The new BEBs will incorporate a number of technological advances including a newly developed custom winch system which is designed to increase operational efficiency while ensuring crew safety.

Considered in this report
• Historic year: 2018
• Base year: 2023
• Estimated year: 2024
• Forecast year: 2029



Aspects covered in this report
• Maritime Safety Systems market Outlook with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

By Component
• Solution
• Service

By Security Type
• Port & Critical infrastructure Security
• Coastal Security
• Vessel Security
• Crew Security
• Cargoes and containers Safety
• Ship system and equipment (SSE) Safety
• Other Security Types

By System
• Ship security reporting system
• Automatic Identification System (AIS)
• Global Maritime Distress Safety System (GMDSS)
• Long Range Tracking and Identification (LRIT) System
• Vessel monitoring and management system

By End User
• Government & Defence
• Marine & Construction
• oil & Gases
• Shipping & Transport
• By Application
• Loss Prevention & Detection
• Security & Safety Management
• Monitoring & Tracking
• Search & Rescue
• Others

The approach of the report:
This report consists of a combined approach of primary and secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and list the companies that are present in it. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, annual reports of companies, and government-generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources, primary research was conducted by conducting telephone interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducting trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this; we have started making primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting them in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us, we can start verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience
This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations, and organizations related to the Maritime Safety Systems industry, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing and presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.