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    Commercial Drone Market Analysis | 2024-2029

    Commercial Drone Market Analysis | 2024-2029
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    Commercial Drone Market Size, Share, Trends, Forecast & Industry Analysis: 2024-2 See more...

    “The Commercial Drone Market was estimated at US$ 24.3 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow at an impressive CAGR of 21.69% during 2024-2029 to reach US$ 80.42 billion by 2029.”

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    Market Dynamics

    Introduction

    A commercial drone, also known as an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) or remotely piloted aircraft system (RPAS), is an aircraft that is operated without a human pilot on board. These drones are equipped with sensors, cameras, and other payload systems, and are used for various commercial purposes such as aerial photography, surveying, mapping, inspection, agriculture, filmmaking, and delivery services.

    Commercial drones offer a cost-effective and efficient solution for tasks that require aerial data collection or surveillance, allowing businesses to access inaccessible or hazardous areas, gather real-time information, and streamline operations. They are regulated by aviation authorities and must adhere to safety guidelines and airspace regulations.

    Commercial Drone Market Report Overview

    Market Size in 2029

    US$ 80.42 billion

    Market Size in 2023

    US$ 24.3 billion

    Market Growth (2024-2029)

    21.69% CAGR

    Base Year of Study

    2023

    Trend Period

    2018-2022

    Forecast Period

    2024-2029

    Market Drivers

    Major factors driving the growth of the commercial drone market are the widespread adoption of drones for commercial applications and relative technology developments. In addition, the surge in adoption of commercial drones across municipal and industrial enterprises along with expanding revenue opportunities in the agriculture sector is expected to significantly contribute to the market demand during the forecast period.

    Segments Analysis

    Segmentations

    List of Sub-Segments

    Dominant and Fastest-Growing Segments

    Product Type

    Fixed Wing Drone, Rotary Blade Drone, and Hybrid Drone

    The Rotary blade drone segment accounted for the largest share of the market.

    Application Type

    Filming & Photography, Inspection & Maintenance, Mapping & Surveying, Precision Agriculture, Surveillance & Monitoring, and Others

    The Filming & photography segment accounted for the largest share of the market.

    Regional Analysis

    North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World

    Asia-Pacific is expected to register the fastest growth in the market.

    By Product Type

    “The Rotary blade drone segment accounted for the largest share of the market.”

    The commercial drone market is segmented into fixed-wing drones, rotary-blade drones, and hybrid drones. The rotary blade drone segment accounted for the largest share of the market and is expected to maintain its indubitable lead during the forecast period as well. The ability to maintain a visual on a single target for a long time and to hover and perform agile maneuvering drives the demand for rotary blade drones, which is expected to increase inspection activities in the coming years.

    By Application Type

    “The Filming & photography segment accounted for the largest share of the market.”

    The market is segmented into filming & photography, inspection & maintenance, mapping & surveying, precision agriculture, surveillance & monitoring, and others. The filming & photography segment accounted for the largest share of the market and is expected to maintain its incontestable position during the forecast period.

    The growth of the segment is because drones are becoming an essential part of professional photography. Furthermore, landscapes and areas that remained inaccessible earlier can now be easily captured with the help of drones, which drives the segment’s growth over the forecast period. 

    Regional Analysis

    “Asia-Pacific is expected to register the fastest growth in the market.”

    In terms of regions, Asia-Pacific is expected to register the fastest growth in the commercial drone market during the forecast period. The regional demand for commercial drones is estimated to exceed 9 million units by 2028, surpassing North America. The regional market growth is expected to be supported by a favorable regulatory landscape, especially among the developed nations.

    The growth of the market is further driven by several governments working incessantly on formulating new regulations for the commercial applications of drones. Furthermore, with numerous start-up companies testing new applications of drones for commercial purposes and working on enhancing the safety of drones, the market is all set to experience unprecedented growth opportunities over the forecast period.

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    Key Players

    The market is highly populated with the presence of several local, regional, and global players. Most of the major players compete in some of the governing factors including price, product offerings, regional presence, etc.

    The following are the key players in the commercial drone market (arranged alphabetically).

    • Aeronavics Ltd
    • AeroVironment Inc.
    • Autel Robotics
    • DJI
    • Draganfly Innovations Inc.
    • EHang, Inc.
    • Intel Corporation
    • Parrot Drones SAS
    • PrecisionHawk Inc.
    • YUNEEC

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

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    Report Features

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

    What Deliverables Will You Get in this Report?

    Key questions this report answers

    Relevant contents in the report

    How big is the sales opportunity?

    In-depth Analysis of the Commercial Drone Market

    How lucrative is the future?

    The market forecast and trend data and emerging trends

    Which regions offer the best sales opportunities?

    Global, regional, and country-level historical data and forecasts

    Which are the most attractive market segments?

    Market Segment Analysis and Forecast

    Who are the top players and their market positioning?

    Competitive landscape analysis, Market share analysis

    How complex is the business environment?

    Porter’s five forces analysis, PEST analysis, Life cycle analysis

    What are the factors affecting the market?

    Drivers & challenges

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    10% free customization

    Research Methodology

    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 1,000 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 10 detailed primary interviews with the market players across the value chain in all four regions and with industry experts to obtain both qualitative and quantitative insights.

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    With this detailed report, Stratview Research offers one of the following free customization options to our respectable clients:

    Company Profiling

    • Detailed profiling of additional market players (up to 3 players).
    • SWOT analysis of key players (up to 3 players).

    Market Segmentation

    • Current market segmentation of any one of the product types by application type.  

    Competitive Benchmarking

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

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    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    A commercial drone, also known as an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) or remotely piloted aircraft system (RPAS), is an aircraft that is operated without a human pilot on board. These drones are equipped with sensors, cameras, and other payload systems, and are used for various commercial purposes such as aerial photography, surveying, mapping, inspection, agriculture, filmmaking, and delivery services.

    The Commercial Drone Market is expected to grow at an impressive CAGR of 21.69% during 2024-2029.

    Aeronavics Ltd., AeroVironment Inc., Autel Robotics, DJI, Draganfly Innovations Inc., EHang, Inc., Intel Corporation, Parrot Drones SAS, PrecisionHawk Inc., and YUNEEC are some of the leading players in the market.

    The Commercial Drone Market is expected to reach US$ 80.42 billion by 2029.

    Asia-Pacific is expected to register the fastest growth in the commercial drone market during the forecast period.

    The rotary blade drone segment accounted for the largest share of the market and is expected to maintain its lead during the forecast period.

    The filming & photography segment accounted for the largest share of the market and is expected to maintain its incontestable position during the forecast period.

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