VPX SBC Market Analysis

VPX SBC Market Overview:

VPX SBC Market Size was valued at USD 0.24 Billion in 2023. The VPX SBC Market industry is projected to grow from USD 0.27 Billion in 2024 to USD 0.75 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.50% during the forecast period (2024 - 2032).

A Single-Board Computer (SBC) is a complete, functioning computer in which the memory, input/output functions, microprocessor, and other features are all built on a single circuit board, with RAM built in at a pre-determined amount and with no expansion slots for peripherals. VPX, also called VITA 46, refers to a set of standards for connecting components of a computer, mainly used by defense contractors. VPX is primarily associated with providing high-performance solutions to the defense market, the number of markets that can leverage its capabilities is much broader. That includes commercial, industrial, transportation, energy exploration, and many other commercial industries that need rugged reliability allied with leading-edge performance.

The global VPX SBC market is driven by an increase in the adoption of electronic warfare systems and technological advancements in military embedded systems. However, complexities in embedded product development is expected to act as a major restraint factor for the market. Development of electronic warfare systems with enhanced capabilities is expected to open lucrative opportunities for the market during the projected period.

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review

COVID-19 Impact vs  Opportunities for Global VPX SBC Market:

COVID-19 has severely impacted and disrupted supply chain hubs across the globe. China, one of the major manufacturing hubs, has registered a decline of ~14% in the production capacity and a decline of ~40% in global electronic component shipments. COVID-19 has affected the Global Value Chain hub, wherein China played an important role in providing raw materials, assembly of products, and final dispatch. The significant decline in the export includes textile raw materials, garments and clothing accessories, mechanical and electrical products, automatic data processing systems, central processing units, electrical equipment, and automobiles. In this, the automatic data processing system has been hit worse, impacting approximately 30%.

The demand for electronic warfare systems is driven owing to their various applications. There are multiple technological developments in the electronic warfare system, such as Artificial Intelligence, Unmanned Platform Development and Miniaturization of VPX SBC.

Market Dynamics:

Market Drivers:

The electronic warfare systems perform the military or intelligence operations that make use of the electromagnetic spectrum to detect and communicate with the radar, radio, or infrared signals and further block enemy attacks. The increasing conflicts among the countries have pushed the demand for these systems, thereby propelling the VPX SBC market.

Market Opportunities:

There have been growing developments by the US Air Force researchers to build a new type of artificial intelligence and machine learning to allow attack aircraft to defeat and engage next-generation enemy IADS (integrated air-defense systems). In September 2021, the US Air Force Research Laboratory at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, released a pre-solicitation to apply machine learning and AI to future cognitive electronic warfare systems and help aircraft succeed in air defenses that rely on missiles, multispectral sensors, and other air-defense assets. Artificial Intelligence and machine learning can help the military sector analyze and generate an increasing amount of mission data in real time and create opportunities for adopting autonomous electronic warfare.

Market Restraint:

The complexities in embedded product development are anticipated to hamper the global VPX SBC market at a lower rate towards the end of the forecast period.

Value Chain Analysis

The market for VPX SBC is growing at a steady pace and is expected to continue growing in the near future. This is owing to the existing and emerging key players coming forward with innovative technologies in the VPX SBC market. The supply chain analysis for the VPX SBC market comprises six major phases: the raw material supply, R&D, component supply, subsystem integration, testing, and end use.

VPX SBC Market Segment Overview

The global VPX SBC Market has been segmented on the basis of Rack Unit, Processor, Application, End-User and region.

The global VPX SBC Market, based on Rack type, has been segmented into 6U and 3U. The 6U segment was valued at USD 105.96 million and is expected to increase during the forecast time frame.

The global VPX SBC Market, based on processor, has been segmented into Intel, NXP Power Architecture, and ARM.

The global VPX SBC Market, based on application, has been segmented into Radar, Electronic Warfare, ISR, Mission Computers, and Others.

The global VPX SBC Market, based on end-user, has been segmented into Defence, Aerospace and Industrial, Commercial, & Others. The defense segment has been further bifurcated into Land, Naval, and Airforce.

Regional Analysis

The global VPX SBC Market has been studied across Asia-Pacific, North America, Europe, the Middle East & Africa, and South America.

North America accounted for the largest market share in 2021. North America is divided into the US, Canada, and Mexico. The US region continues to lead the market owing to increasing national security concerns. The continuous R&D activities, labor availability, and government support for the development of the military & defense industry have formed huge demand for the VPX SBC market.

Asia-Pacific is the fastest-growing region. This can be attributed to the growing businesses across the region owing to the leading company's expansion strategies. China, India, and Southeast Asian countries are becoming production hubs due to favorable business environments.

VPX SBC Market Competitive Landscape

The global market for VPX SBC is projected to witness healthy growth during the forecast period, due to an increase in the adoption of electronic warfare systems and technological advancement in military-embedded systems.

Key players operating in the global VPX SBC Market include Abaco Systems (US), Extreme Engineering Solutions, Inc (US), Aitech (US), Mistral Solutions Pvt Ltd. (India), Kontron (US), ADLINK Technology Inc. (Taiwan), Connect Tech Inc (Canada), Curtiss-Wright organization (US), Mercury System, Inc. (US), and Concurrent Technologies Inc. (UK).

Recent Developments

This was achieved by acquiring WSC, Inc. in February 2024, which is a company that specializes in developing simulation technologies for nuclear plants. The $34 million acquisition will enable Curtiss-Wright to improve its capabilities in the power generation and naval sectors.

Vulcan – The New VPX-based Development System was unveiled by Concurrent Technologies in October 2022.

On August 15th, 2022, Aitech Integrated Systems (US) announced the development of three rugged cyberspace-enabled VPX boards for SOSA, which are among the latest product solutions with advanced technology features aimed at boosting the security of military systems. Aitech innovatively produces sturdy computer-embedded versions towards improved security for tomorrow.

On July 8, 2022, Kontron AG (Germany), a German multinational engaged in designing and manufacturing embedded computer modules, boards and systems, introduced the high-performance 3U VPX single-board computer VX3060.The latter rugged single-board computers got Intel SoC technology needed in demanding applications involving computer vision and media processing. High-reliability 3U VPX embedded computing boards are specifically designed for military and rail applications.

April 2021 saw AMETEK Abaco Systems introduce the DEVPX3 development chassis, developed to conform to OpenVPX and SOSA™ standards while offering a flexible platform that is cost-effective for building and testing open standard-based applications.

Exlar SA-R080 rotary actuators and SA-L080 linear actuators were newly launched by Curtiss-Wright in October 2021 as part of their expansion strategy into the industrial electromechanical actuation market​.

In September 2021, TE Connectivity acquired ERNI Group AG, known for electronic connectivity, particularly used in factory automation as well as the automotive industry, thus enhancing a portfolio of both high-speed connectors as well as fine-pitch connectors among various industrial applications.

Report Overview

As per MRFR, the global VPX SBC Market has been growing significantly over the past few years. The global VPX SBC Market has been segmented on the basis of rack unit, processor, application, end user and region. Based on region, the VPX SBC market has been segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East & Africa, and South America.

Objective of the Study

• To provide a comprehensive analysis of the VPX SBC Market and its sub-segments, thereby providing a detailed structure of the industry


• To provide detailed insights into factors driving and restraining the growth of the global VPX SBC Market


• To estimate the size of the global VPX SBC market where 2018 to 2022 would be the historical period, 2023 shall be the base year, and 2024 to 2032 will be the forecast period for the study


• To analyze the global VPX SBC market in five main regions, namely, North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East & Africa, and South America


• To provide country-wise market value analysis for various segments of the VPX SBC Market


• To provide strategic profiling of key companies present across the globe and comprehensively analyze their competitiveness/competitive landscape in this market


• To provide a value chain for the VPX SBC Market

Scope of the Report

The scope of the global VPX SBC Market study includes the market size analysis and a detailed analysis of the vendor’s products and strategies. The global VPX SBC Market has been segmented on the basis of rack unit, processor, application, end user and region.

Intended Audience

• VPX SBC Market Administrators


• VPX SBC Market manufacturers and providers


• Semiconductor industry


• Software integrators


• IT enterprises


• Technology investors


• Regulatory industries


• Government bodies