In a remarkable display of technological prowess and industrial development, China's satellite navigation industry has witnessed significant growth, fueled by the expanding global influence of the Beidou system. A recent report has shed light on the impressive achievements and milestones of this sector.
According to the "2025 White Paper on the Development of China's Satellite Navigation and Location - Based Service Industry," released in Beijing on May 18, 2025, the total output value of China's satellite navigation and location - based service industry reached 575.8 billion yuan ($79.9 billion) in 2024. This figure represents a notable year - on - year increase of 7.39%, underscoring the industry's robust growth trajectory.
China has also established itself as a global leader in satellite navigation innovation, with the total number of satellite navigation patent applications exceeding 129,000. This patent leadership not only reflects the country's strong commitment to research and development but also positions it at the forefront of technological advancements in the field.
The application of Beidou technology in mass consumption has been widespread and impactful. By the end of 2024, approximately 288 million smartphones in China were equipped with Beidou - enabled positioning capabilities. High - precision lane - level navigation covered over 99% of urban and rural roads across the nation, delivering more than 1 trillion location - based services. On average, it navigated more than 4 billion kilometers daily, playing a crucial role in road tests for intelligent connected vehicles in over 50 cities throughout the country.
In the international arena, the Beidou system has made significant inroads. As a core supplier of the globally recognized satellite navigation system by the United Nations, Beidou has fully integrated into the standard systems of 11 international organizations, including those in civil aviation, maritime affairs, and mobile telecommunications. Related services and products have been exported to more than 140 countries and regions, further enhancing China's global influence in the satellite navigation industry.
With continuous innovation and global expansion, China's satellite navigation industry is poised to achieve even greater heights in the future, contributing significantly to the global digital economy and technological progress.
