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Global Military Drone Market Size study & Forecast, by Type (Fixed Wing, Rotary Wing, Hybrid), by Range (Visual Line of Sight, Extended Visual Line of Sight, Beyond Line of Sight), by Technology (Remotely operated, Semi-autonomous, Autonomous), by Application (Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Target Acquisition, Combat Operations, Delivery and Transportation, Others) and Regional Analysis, 2024-2031Aerospace_Defence Market


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Global Military Drone Market Size study & Forecast, by Type (Fixed Wing, Rotary Wing, Hybrid), by Range (Visual Line of Sight, Extended Visual Line of Sight, Beyond Line of Sight), by Technology (Remotely operated, Semi-autonomous, Autonomous), by Application (Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Target Acquisition, Combat Operations, Delivery and Transportation, Others) and Regional Analysis, 2024-2031Aerospace_Defence Market



Abstract


Summary

Global Military Drone Market is valued at approximately USD 3.62 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to grow with a healthy growth rate of more than 12.77 % over the forecast period 2024-2031. Military drones are unmanned aerial vehicles that perform a variety of missions such as intelligence, surveillance, remote sensing, target monitoring, and combat. Drone operators are the individuals who remotely pilot these drones. Military drones are used to track enemy movements, scout out battle zones, and can be a useful tool in a manhunt. The key factors driving the market growth are rising military spending and military drone purchases from defense forces. Also, the demand for the product is likely to increase as border disputes over land ownership and control of land between two or more states increase. India, Pakistan, China, Iran, Syria, Israel, and other countries have experienced territorial disputes in recent years. These nations have increased military spending on the purchase of real-time surveillance drones to enhance border patrolling and situation awareness. A number of countries made significant investments in strengthening their military forces, which is anticipated to fuel market expansion. According to a survey by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SPIRI), worldwide military spending reached USD 1,981 billion in 2022, up 2.6% from 2021. In 2022, the United States (USD 778 billion), China (USD 252 billion), India (72.9 billion), Russia (61.7 billion), and the United Kingdom (59.2 billion) were the top five nations with the highest defence budgets. Additionally, technological advancements in drone payloads would create a lucrative opportunity for the market during the forecast period. However, the lack of trained personnel to operate drone stifles market growth throughout the forecast period of 2024-2031. The key regions considered for the Global Military Drone Market study include Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Latin America, and Rest of the World. North America is the dominating region across the world in terms of market share, owing to the rising military spending and presence of key market players in the region. Whereas Asia Pacific is also anticipated to exhibit the highest growth rate over the forecast period, Factors such as rising adoption of drones in military for surveillance and increasing government military spending would create lucrative growth prospects for the Military Drone market across Asia Pacific region. Major market players included in this report are: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (U.S.) Northrop Grumman Corporation (U.S.) Elbit Systems Ltd. (Israel) Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd. (Israel) AeroVironment, Inc. (U.S.) Lockheed Martin Corporation (U.S.) Thales Group (France) Boeing (U.S.) BAE Systems (U.K.) SAAB Group (Sweden) Recent Developments in the Market:  In 2022, Elistair, a France-based company launched Orion 2, the latest tethered drone with uses in the military, industry, and government. The drone can operate continuously for about 24 hours and provides surveillance. Global Military Drone Market Report Scope: Historical Data 2021-2022-2023 Base Year for Estimation 2023 Forecast period 2024-2031 Report Coverage Revenue forecast, Company Ranking, Competitive Landscape, Growth factors, and Trends Segments Covered Type, Range, Technology, Application, Region Regional Scope North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Rest of the World Customization Scope Free report customization (equivalent up to 8 analyst’s working hours) with purchase. Addition or alteration to country, regional & segment scope* The objective of the study is to define market sizes of different segments & countries in recent years and to forecast the values to the coming years. The report is designed to incorporate both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the industry within countries involved in the study. The report also caters detailed information about the crucial aspects such as driving factors & challenges which will define the future growth of the market. Additionally, it also incorporates potential opportunities in micro markets for stakeholders to invest along with the detailed analysis of competitive landscape and product offerings of key players. The detailed segments and sub-segment of the market are explained below: By Type: Fixed Wing Rotary Wing Hybrid By Range: Visual Line of Sight Extended Visual Line of Sight Beyond Line of Sight By Technology: Remotely operated Semi-autonomous Autonomous By Application: Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Target Acquisition Combat Operations Delivery and Transportation Others By Region: North America U.S. Canada Europe UK Germany France Spain Italy ROE Asia Pacific China India Japan Australia South Korea RoAPAC Latin America Brazil Mexico RoLA Rest of the World

Table of Contents

  • 1 Executive Summary

    • 1.1 Market Snapshot
    • 1.2 Global & Segmental Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021-2031 (USD Billion)
      • 1.2.1 Military Drone Market, by Region, 2021-2031 (USD Billion)
      • 1.2.2 Military Drone Market, by Type, 2021-2031 (USD Billion)
      • 1.2.3 Military Drone Market, by Range, 2021-2031 (USD Billion)
      • 1.2.4 Military Drone Market, by Technology, 2021-2031 (USD Billion)
      • 1.2.5 Military Drone Market, by Application, 2021-2031 (USD Billion)
    • 1.3 Key Trends
    • 1.4 Estimation Methodology
    • 1.5 Research Assumption
  • 2 Global Military Drone Market Definition and Scope

    • 2.1 Objective of the Study
    • 2.2 Market Definition & Scope
      • 2.2.1 Scope of the Study
      • 2.2.2 Industry Evolution
    • 2.3 Years Considered for the Study
    • 2.4 Currency Conversion Rates
  • 3 Global Military Drone Market Dynamics

    • 3.1 Military Drone Market Impact Analysis (2021-2031)
      • 3.1.1 Market Drivers
        • 3.1.1.1 Rising military Spending
        • 3.1.1.2 Rising Cross Border Conflicts in Several Countries
      • 3.1.2 Market Challenges
        • 3.1.2.1 Lack of trained personnel to operate the drone
      • 3.1.3 Market Opportunities
        • 3.1.3.1 Technological advancements in drone payloads
  • 4 Global Military Drone Market Industry Analysis

    • 4.1 Porter’s 5 Force Model
      • 4.1.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      • 4.1.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
      • 4.1.3 Threat of New Entrants
      • 4.1.4 Threat of Substitutes
      • 4.1.5 Competitive Rivalry
    • 4.2 Futuristic Approach to Porter’s 5 Force Model (2021-2031)
    • 4.3 PEST Analysis
      • 4.3.1 Political
      • 4.3.2 Economical
      • 4.3.3 Social
      • 4.3.4 Technological
    • 4.4 Top investment opportunity
    • 4.5 Top winning strategies
    • 4.6 Industry Experts Prospective
    • 4.7 Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
  • 5 Risk Assessment: COVID-19 Impact

    • 5.1 Assessment of the overall impact of COVID-19 on the industry
    • 5.2 Pre COVID-19 and post COVID-19 Market scenario
  • 6 Global Military Drone Market, by Type

    • 6.1 Market Snapshot
    • 6.2 Global Military Drone Market by Type, Performance - Potential Analysis
    • 6.3 Global Military Drone Market Estimates & Forecasts by Type 2021-2031 (USD Billion)
    • 6.4 Military Drone Market, Sub Segment Analysis
      • 6.4.1 Fixed Wing
      • 6.4.2 Rotary Wing
      • 6.4.3 Hybrid
  • 7 Global Military Drone Market, by Range

    • 7.1 Market Snapshot
    • 7.2 Global Military Drone Market by Range, Performance - Potential Analysis
    • 7.3 Global Military Drone Market Estimates & Forecasts by Range 2021-2031 (USD Billion)
    • 7.4 Military Drone Market, Sub Segment Analysis
      • 7.4.1 Visual Line of Sight
      • 7.4.2 Extended Visual Line of Sight
      • 7.4.3 Beyond Line of Sight
  • 8 Global Military Drone Market, by Technology

    • 8.1 Market Snapshot
    • 8.2 Global Military Drone Market by Technology, Performance - Potential Analysis
    • 8.3 Global Military Drone Market Estimates & Forecasts by Technology 2021-2031 (USD Billion)
    • 8.4 Military Drone Market, Sub Segment Analysis
      • 8.4.1 Remotely operated
      • 8.4.2 Semi-autonomous
      • 8.4.3 Autonomous
  • 9 Global Military Drone Market, by Application

    • 9.1 Market Snapshot
    • 9.2 Global Military Drone Market by Application, Performance - Potential Analysis
    • 9.3 Global Military Drone Market Estimates & Forecasts by Application 2021-2031 (USD Billion)
    • 9.4 Military Drone Market, Sub Segment Analysis
      • 9.4.1 Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Target Acquisition
      • 9.4.2 Combat Operations
      • 9.4.3 Delivery and Transportation
      • 9.4.4 Others
  • 10 Global Military Drone Market, Regional Analysis

    • 10.1 Military Drone Market, Regional Market Snapshot
    • 10.2 North America Military Drone Market
      • 10.2.1 U.S. Military Drone Market
        • 10.2.1.1 Type breakdown estimates & forecasts, 2021-2031
        • 10.2.1.2 Range breakdown estimates & forecasts, 2021-2031
        • 10.2.1.3 Technology breakdown estimates & forecasts, 2021-2031
        • 10.2.1.4 Application breakdown estimates & forecasts, 2021-2031
      • 10.2.2 Canada Military Drone Market
    • 10.3 Europe Military Drone Market Snapshot
      • 10.3.1 U.K. Military Drone Market
      • 10.3.2 Germany Military Drone Market
      • 10.3.3 France Military Drone Market
      • 10.3.4 Spain Military Drone Market
      • 10.3.5 Italy Military Drone Market
      • 10.3.6 Rest of Europe Military Drone Market
    • 10.4 Asia-Pacific Military Drone Market Snapshot
      • 10.4.1 China Military Drone Market
      • 10.4.2 India Military Drone Market
      • 10.4.3 Japan Military Drone Market
      • 10.4.4 Australia Military Drone Market
      • 10.4.5 South Korea Military Drone Market
      • 10.4.6 Rest of Asia Pacific Military Drone Market
    • 10.5 Latin America Military Drone Market Snapshot
      • 10.5.1 Brazil Military Drone Market
      • 10.5.2 Mexico Military Drone Market
      • 10.5.3 Rest of Latin America Military Drone Market
    • 10.6 Rest of The World Military Drone Market
  • 11 Competitive Intelligence

    • 11.1 Top Market Strategies
    • 11.2 Company Profiles
      • 11.2.1 General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (U.S.)
        • 11.2.1.1 Key Information
        • 11.2.1.2 Overview
        • 11.2.1.3 Financial (Subject to Data Availability)
        • 11.2.1.4 Product Summary
        • 11.2.1.5 Recent Developments
      • 11.2.2 Northrop Grumman Corporation (U.S.)
      • 11.2.3 Elbit Systems Ltd. (Israel)
      • 11.2.4 Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd. (Israel)
      • 11.2.5 AeroVironment, Inc. (U.S.)
      • 11.2.6 Lockheed Martin Corporation (U.S.)
      • 11.2.7 Thales Group (France)
      • 11.2.8 Boeing (U.S.)
      • 11.2.9 BAE Systems (U.K.)
      • 11.2.10 SAAB Group (Sweden)
  • 12 Research Process

    • 12.1 Research Process
      • 12.1.1 Data Mining
      • 12.1.2 Analysis
      • 12.1.3 Market Estimation
      • 12.1.4 Validation
      • 12.1.5 Publishing
    • 12.2 Research Attributes
    • 12.3 Research Assumption
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