Military Tent & Shelter Market Forecasts to 2030 – Global Analysis By Product Type (Rigid, Non-Rigid, and Other Product Types), Material (Polymer Fabric, Composite, Nylon and Other Materials), Application (Accommodation & Operations, Medical Facilities and Other Applications), and By GeographyAccording to Stratistics MRC, the Global Military Tent & Shelter Market is accounted for $1.10 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach $1.37 billion by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 3.2% during the forecast period. Military tent shelters are buildings that are used to safeguard personnel and equipment. There are several different kinds of shelters, including command posts, expandable, mobile, and personnel. These shelters also consist of hangars, field shelters, medical shelters and military vehicle storage containers. Portable, transportable structures known as tactical shelter systems offer a living or working environment for a particular functional requirement, they are frequently favoured over conventional brick-and-mortar constructions because of their mobility and adaptability.
According to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), India's military budget in 2022 was the third-largest in the World. In 2022, India's military spending was $76.6 billion, up 0.9 percent from 2022 and 33% from 2012.
Market Dynamics:
Driver:
Construction of future composite military shelters
The newest development in the industry is the creation of mobile shelters for the military that are of the next generation. Shelters made of composite material are more rigid, lighter, and stronger than other types of shelters. Carbon fibre cloth and fire-resistant resin are both components of the composite system. Compared to typical aluminum-built shelters, it is 41% bigger and 25% lighter. Moreover, with increasing political and military tensions in many parts of the world, there is expectation that global military consumption will continue to climb over the next years. Government organisations and businesses are focusing their efforts on creating goods that cater to customers in order to support the expansion of the military tent and shelter market.
Restraint:
Issues with maintenance and the high price of military shelters
Fighter jets are housed and regularly maintained in aircraft hangars, which are permanent constructions made of wood, metal, and concrete. The large interior and open-ended design of these hangars make maintenance a challenge. Other problems with reliability and effectiveness impede market expansion. Furthermore, the market's expansion is constrained by the high cost of creating sophisticated military buildings.
Opportunity:
Increasing defence spending, international unrest, and domestic political unrest
As a result of rising defence spending, global conflicts, and domestic political unrest and military shelter technological developments are one of the drivers of the market's expansion. Without the use of machinery or lifting equipment, a mobile crane or wheel loader may swiftly create a structure with clever design and lightweight components. Military tents and shelter sales are surging as a result of psychological warfare operations driving demand for combat vehicle and aircraft repair and maintenance, increased product utilisation for storage needs, lodging, and other operations including medical facilities. The need for countries to boost their economies is being brought to light by expanding income, demand, the use of modern technology and machinery, and the increasing number of government initiatives and programmes.
Threat:
Vulnerability to inclement weather
A tent's vulnerability to inclement weather is one of its main drawbacks. Your tent may become unstable and potentially dangerous due to strong winds, torrential rain, or even snow. A tent may even collapse in dire circumstances, leaving you outside in the elements. It might be challenging to control the temperature in tents. Depending on the weather outside, they can get quite hot during the day and very cold at night. Sleeping in a tent can be difficult, particularly if the ground is hard or uneven. Air mattresses and sleeping bags can be useful, but they might not offer as much comfort as a bed. Therefore, these are the factors hampering the market's growth.
Covid-19 Impact
Major corporations throughout the world have suffered as a result of the corona virus pandemic. Major supply problems are being experienced by several OEMs, which have an impact on the defence sector. Market expansion is hampered by the recession in the world economy, falling defence spending, and supply chain interruptions. For instance, South Korea reduced its defence budget by USD 245 million as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. Therefore, declining defence investment and a production halt from major participants as a result of the lockdown caused the defence sector to face unprecedented challenges.
The rigid segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
The rigid segment is estimated to have a lucrative growth, due to modular, flexible, and adjustable rigid wall military tents and shelters are available as expandable or non-expandable shelters. Expandable systems may be swiftly set up with a small crew as kitchens, medical facilities, bathrooms, billets, or command centres. Non-expandable shelters might be useful to organisations looking for a quick-deploy, self-contained, and ready-to-use option.
The accommodation & operations segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
The accommodation & operations segment is anticipated to witness the highest CAGR growth during the forecast period, due their ability to quickly set up and versatile, and accommodation Shelters are reliable and trustworthy for emergency assistance. They may serve as command posts, accommodation tents, canteens, conference rooms, and even triage areas for medical camps. Military accommodation shelters are constructed to basic military standards and can be customised to match local needs. They may be erected in a variety of climates from -40 and +70 degrees Celsius and can resist winds of up to 100 km/h. Military tent and shelter sales in this market category are anticipated to be dominated by accommodation shelters.
Region with largest share:
North America is projected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period owing to rising military spending, expanding procurement contracts, and the adoption of next-generation shelters all contribute to the market's expansion. The U.S. Army and General Dynamics Corporation agreed to a USD 44 million deal in June 2019 for the delivery of modified extended rigid wall shelters with one-side expandable and two-side expandable shelters to the U.S. Army which enhances the growth of the market in this region.
Region with highest CAGR:
Asia Pacific is projected to have the highest CAGR over the forecast period, owing to the increase is the result of China and India's rising defence spending. The market is expanding due to rising military force expansion and rising purchases of next-generation shelters. Cross-border problems between India and China and India and Pakistan, political upheaval, and rising terrorism all drive business expansion in the area. The Galwan Valley in Ladakh has seen a bloody battle between Indian and Chinese forces in May 2020.
Key players in the market
Some of the key players profiled in the Military Tent & Shelter Market include HDT Global, Alaska Structures, Big Top Manufacturing, General Dynamics Corporation, Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group, Utilitis SAS, AAR, DEW Engineering and Development ULC, J & J. Carter Limited, Veldeman, Marshall Aerospace & Defence Group, Super Structures Worldwide., Ramim Engineering Works Ltd, Weatherhaven Global Resources Ltd., DREHTAINER GmbH, Global Defence Solutions, Sierra Designs, Kampa, Mont and Zhonghai Minsheng
Key Developments:
In April 2023, Marshall Aerospace announces US facility to support North America expansion, the chosen site for the new facility is Piedmont Triad International Airport, which sits in the heart of the well-established aerospace ecosystem centred on Greensboro, North Carolina.
In October 2022, HDT Global (HDT), a leading manufacturer and integrator of highly-engineered unmanned, platform, and expeditionary solutions across defense, aerospace and government markets, announced the acquisition of Federal-Fabrics-Fibers, Inc. (3F), a manufacturer of advanced woven and non-woven air-supported products for the US government located in Lowell, MA.
Product Types Covered:
• Rigid
• Non-Rigid
• Other Product Types
Materials Covered:
• Polymer Fabric
• Composite
• Nylon
• Other Materials
Applications Covered:
• Accommodation & Operations
• Medical Facilities
• Repair & Maintenance
• Storage
• Other Applications
Sizes Covered:
• Small
• Medium
• Large
• Other Sizes
Regions Covered:
• North America
US
Canada
Mexico
• Europe
Germany
UK
Italy
France
Spain
Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
Japan
China
India
Australia
New Zealand
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
Argentina
Brazil
Chile
Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Qatar
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa
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