Anti-Drone Market by Technology (Electronic, Laser, and Kinetic Systems), Application (Detection, Detection & Disruption), Vertical (Military & Defense, Homeland Security, Commercial), Platform Type and Region - Global Forecast to 2028

Anti-Drone Market by Technology (Electronic, Laser, and Kinetic Systems), Application (Detection, Detection & Disruption), Vertical (Military & Defense, Homeland Security, Commercial), Platform Type and Region - Global Forecast to 2028

The global anti-drone market was valued at USD 1.2 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach USD 5.2 billion by 2028; it is expected to register a CAGR of 26.6% during the forecast period. Increasing government spending on counter-drone technologies is driving the growth of the anti-drone market. Whereas the requirement for high initial research and development investments is restraining the growth of the anti-drone market.

The detection and disruption segment is expected to grow at a higher CAGR during the forecast period

The detection and disruption segment is expected to exhibit a higher CAGR of 27.9% throughout the forecast period. Drones have been used to carry out a number of terrorist attacks and other criminal activities in recent years. This has led to increased awareness of the potential dangers of drones and a greater demand for anti-drone systems. The US military bases are facing more frequent interruptions and threats from unwanted drones. A 56-day drone-detection pilot test at a base in the Eastern US revealed 95 instances of previously undetectable UAS activity in the installation’s immediate vicinity.

After an initial deployment at a single site, military leaders recognized the value of the data and insight on airspace activity and unwanted drones that the Dedrone solution provides. From there, the deployment was expanded to cover more bases and to add localization technology, which helps security personnel understand the specific threats from drones detected in their airspace.

UAV-based segment to register growth at the highest CAGR during the forecast period

The UAV-based segment is expected to grow at a highest CAGR of 38.5% during the forecast period. UAV-based anti-drone systems can be used to counter swarms of drones more effectively than other types of anti-drone systems. This is because UAVs can be deployed quickly and easily to locations where drone swarms are detected. Also, they are generally more cost-effective and portable than other types of anti-drone systems, such as ground-based or handheld systems. This makes them a more attractive option for a wider range of users. Overall, the UAV-based platform-type segment of the anti-drone market is expected to continue to grow in the coming years, driven by the increasing use of drones and the rising security threats they pose.

The Asia Pacific segment is likely to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period

The market in Asia Pacific is expected to witness the highest CAGR of 29.2% during the forecast period. The factors contributing to this growth include the development of a broad range of counter-drone technologies in Asia Pacific to prevent drone-related crimes and several ongoing research and development by the market players in this region. The Asia-Pacific region is home to many technologically advanced countries, including China, Japan, South Korea, and Singapore. These countries have been at the forefront of developing and adopting cutting-edge anti-drone solutions, driving innovation and growth in the market. This region has become a global focal point for large investments and business expansion opportunities.

The homeland security segment is likely to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period

The anti-drone market for the homeland security segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR of 35.9% during the forecast period. Key factors responsible for this growth include the increasing awareness and rapid development of inexpensive drones in the market. Homeland security comprises local police bodies using anti-drone systems to protect government offices, prisons, airports, railway stations, and courts. Electronic systems such as radars, RF detectors, EO/IR cameras, RF jammers, and GNSS jammers are expected to drive the anti-drone market for homeland security.

Breakdown of primaries

The study contains insights from various industry experts, ranging from component suppliers to Tier 1 companies and OEMs. The break-up of the primaries is as follows:

By Company Type - Tier 1 – 35%, Tier 2 – 45%, Tier 3 – 20%

By Designation— C-level Executives - 40%, Sales Manager - 30%, Others - 30%

By Region—Americas - 30%, Europe - 40%, Asia Pacific - 25%, RoW - 5%

The anti-drone market is dominated by a few globally established players such as RTX (US), Lockheed Martin Corporation (US), Leonardo S.p.A. (Italy), Thales (France), and IAI (Israel). The study includes an in-depth competitive analysis of these key players in the anti-drone market, with their company profiles, recent developments, and key market strategies.

Research Coverage:

The report segments the anti-drone market and forecasts its size by technology, application, platform type, vertical, and region. The report also discusses the drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges pertaining to the market. It gives a detailed view of the market across four main regions—Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and RoW. Supply chain analysis has been included in the report, along with the key players and their competitive analysis in the anti-drone ecosystem.

Key Benefits to Buy the Report:

Analysis of key drivers (Increasing government spending on counter-drone technologies, Rising incidence of critical infrastructure security breaches by unauthorized drones, Growing reliance on advanced anti-drone systems to prevent terrorism, Surge adoption of aerial remote sensing technologies to safeguard critical infrastructure). Restraint ( Requirement for high initial research & development investments, Safety concerns associated with drone and anti-UAV crashes), Opportunity (Requirement for high initial research and development investments, Safety concerns associated with drone and anti-UAV crashes), Challenges (Development of efficient and low-cost counter drones for commercial applications, Electromagnetic interference effects on drone detection system operations, Risks of collateral damage due to uncontrolled UAV landing)

Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insights on upcoming technologies, research and development activities, and new product launches in the anti-drone market.

Market Development: Comprehensive information about lucrative markets – the report analyses the anti-drone market across varied regions

Market Diversification: Exhaustive information about new products and services, untapped geographies, recent developments, and investments in the anti-drone market.

Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, growth strategies, and service offerings of leading players like RTX (US), Lockheed Martin Corporation (US), Leonardo S.p.A. (Italy), Thales (France), IAI (Israel), Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. (Israel), Blighter Surveillance Systems Limited (UK), DroneShield Ltd (Australia), Dedrone (US) among others in the anti-drone market.