Counter UAV Market Report

Market Insights

"The global counter UAV market size was estimated at USD 1.18 billion in 2021 and is likely to grow at a CAGR of 27.45% during 2022-2028 to reach USD 6.56 billion in 2028."

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Counter UAVs, also referred to as counter-drone technology are systems that are used to detect or intercept unmanned aircraft. UAVs are widely being used several various illicit and undercover activities, including smuggling contraband and spying. As of now, there are more than 200 counter-UAV products available from over 150 manufacturers in 30 countries worldwide.

Market Dynamics

Market Drivers

A surge in unmanned platforms has created several opportunities across the defense sector.

• However, the abuse of UAV technology has given rise to the counter UAV technology, thus augmenting the market growth.
• Also, in an atypical defense environment, the missile defense system is capable of preventing any unmanned platform from entering the restricted airspace, however, the cost incurred does not justify its usage.
• Moreover, the projectiles used by the C-UAV system are cost-effective compared to the missile defense systems, further boosting the industry growth.

COVID-19 Impact

The COVID-19 outbreak has moderately affected the counter-UAV industry. The ongoing worldwide economic slowdown is expected to result in a subsequent decline in defense spending on a short-term basis. Also, the product manufacturers suffered from supply chain disruptions and are likely to face operational constraints and high financial risk exposure due to supply chain bottlenecks.

Key Players

The following are the key players in the counter UAV Market (arranged alphabetically).

• Boeing (The U.S),
• DroneDefence (UK),
• Elbit Systems Ltd. (Israel),
• Israel Aerospace Industries (Israel),
• L3Harris Technologies, Inc. (The U.S),
• Lockheed Martin Corporation (The U.S),
• Northrop Grumman Corporation (The U.S),
• Raytheon Company (The U.S),
• Rheinmetall AG (Germany),
• Saab AB (Sweden).

Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.

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Segments Analysis

End-Use Trends

"The military & defense segment accounted for the largest market share."

The counter UAV market is classified into military & defense, commercial, homeland security, and others. The military & defense segment holds a market share of more than 55% in 2021 and is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the assessment period. This is mainly attributed to a strong rise in illegal and terrorist activities across the globe, such as the smuggling of contraband and border trespassing, which is anticipated to majorly drive the usage of counter-UAV systems among the defense forces worldwide.

Regional Insights

"North American accounted for the largest market share."

The North American market share is more than 40% in 2021 and is expected to grow at a substantial CAGR in the following years. This is mainly ascribed to the growing adoption of anti-drone systems and technologies in the U.S. Also, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the U.S. has been testing several counter-UAS technologies at several airports across the country over the past few years, further accelerating the product demand.

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Research Methodology

This strategic assessment report, from Stratview Research, provides a comprehensive analysis that reflects today’s counter UAV market realities and future market possibilities for the forecast period. The report segments and analyzes the market in the most detailed manner in order to provide a panoramic view of the market. The vital data/information provided in the report can play a crucial role for the market participants as well as investors in the identification of the low-hanging fruits available in the market as well as to formulate the growth strategies to expedite their growth process.

This report offers high-quality insights and is the outcome of a detailed research methodology comprising extensive secondary research, rigorous primary interviews with industry stakeholders, and validation and triangulation with Stratview Research’s internal database and statistical tools. More than 1000 authenticated secondary sources, such as company annual reports, fact books, press releases, journals, investor presentations, white papers, patents, and articles, have been leveraged to gather the data. We conducted more than 15 detailed primary interviews with the market players across the value chain in all four regions and industry experts to obtain both qualitative and quantitative insights.

Report Features

This report provides intelligence in the most comprehensive way. The report structure has been kept such that it offers maximum business value. It provides critical insights into the dynamics and will enable strategic decision-making for the existing players as well as those willing to enter the market.

What Deliverables Will You Get in this Report?

The counter UAV market is segmented into the following categories.

By Technology

• Laser system
• Kinetic system
• Electronic system
• Others

By Platform

• Air
• Ground
• Naval

By End Use

• Military & Defence
• Commercial
• Homeland Security
• Others

By Region

• North America (Country Analysis: The USA, Canada, and Mexico)
• Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, The UK, Russia, and the Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: China, India, Australia, South Korea, and the Rest of Asia-Pacific)
• Rest of the World (Country Analysis: Saudi Arabia, Brazil, and Others)

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Competitive Benchmarking

• Benchmarking of key players on the following parameters: Product portfolio, geographical reach, regional presence, and strategic alliances.

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