How big is the defense market today, and what are its future growth expectations?
The defense market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $491.06 billion in 2024 to $527.06 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing the use of military drones, demand for attack and transport helicopters, low-interest rates, increasing spending on military equipment, increasing development of autonomous fighter jets and increasing military expenditure.
The defense market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $676.64 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to government initiatives, technology advancement, increasing internal and external security threats, increasingly advanced military helicopters and increasing military modernization. Major trends in the forecast period include adoption of unmanned combat vehicles, innovative new military avionics upgrade programs, augmented and virtual reality, edge computing in defense, use of 3D printing technology, strategic mergers and acquisitions, use of artificial intelligence (AI) in defense equipment (drones, helicopters and others), design upgradations and modularity for military-style weapons and day/night decamouflage technology for light weapons.
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What have been the primary factors driving the defense market’s growth?
The adoption of unmanned combat vehicles is one of the major trends in this market. An unmanned combat vehicle is a machine or motorized vehicle that runs without any physical human intervention. These vehicles have a set of sensors for 360-degree situational awareness and for optical avoidance, steering actuators, brakes, and laser scanners, along with other autonomous features enabling remote or autonomous functioning of the vehicle. It is mostly used to inspect the surroundings and transfer the information to the operator through teleoperation or make autonomous decisions to deal with situations involving several technical challenges. For instance, in November 2022, the Indian army has launched a series of urgent drone purchases under emergency powers, with the service spending up to 3 billion rupees (about $36 million) on each initiative. The new tender is for 1,000 unmanned surveillance helicopters, 163 high-altitude logistics drones, 750 remotely piloted aerial vehicles, and 80 miniature remotely piloted aircraft systems.
What are the key segments within the defense market?
The defense market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: Air-Based Defense Equipment, Sea-Based Defense Equipment, Land-Based Defense Equipment, Defense Equipment Maintenance, Repair And Overhauling Services, Defense Support And Auxiliary Equipment
2) By Operation: Autonomous Defense Equipment, Manual
3) By Platform: Airborne, Land, Naval
Subsegments:
1) By Air-Based Defense Equipment: Combat Aircraft, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) or Drones, Air Defense Systems, Helicopters, Surveillance And Reconnaissance Aircraft
2) By Sea-Based Defense Equipment: Naval Vessels, Amphibious Assault Ships, Maritime Patrol Aircraft, Naval Weapon Systems, Mine Countermeasure Vessels
3) By Land-Based Defense Equipment: Armored Vehicles, Artillery Systems, Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs), Military Trucks and Logistics Vehicles, Ground-based Missile Systems
4) By Defense Equipment Maintenance: Scheduled Maintenance, Unscheduled Maintenance, Technical Support Services, Logistics Support, Fleet Management
5) By Repair and Overhauling Services: Component Repair, Engine Overhaul, Avionics Repair, Structural Repair, Systems Integration and Testing
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Which key players are shaping the defense market?
Major companies operating in the defense market include Lockheed Martin Corporation, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Northrop Grumman Corp, General Dynamics, The Boeing Company, BAE Systems plc, L3Harris Technologies, Leonardo SpA, Thales Group, Huntington Ingalls Industries Inc, Excel Laser Technology Private Limited, Acuity Laser Measurement, Prakash Laser, Infrared Optics, Kalaimakal Systems Private Limited, Baoding Triangel Rsd Electronics Technology Limited, Beijing Be-Better Technology Co., Ltd, Shanghai Zhangjiagang Baorui Machinery Co., Ltd, Guangzhou Blixun Electronics Co., Ltd, Xi’an Lonn M&E Equipment Co., Ltd, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Elbit Systems Ltd, AeroVironment, China South Industries Group (CSGC), China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (CASIC), China North Industries Group Corporation Limited (Norinco), Jilin Ruikd Medical Photoelectric Technology Co., Ltd, Changhe Aircraft Industries Corporation, Shenyang Aircraft Corporation, Babcock International, BMARC, BMT Group, CBI Explosives Industry Group, HSE explosives, Chemring Energetics UK Ltd, Orica UK Ltd, CES Advanced Composites UK Ltd, Conjay Collectors Ammunition Company Ltd, Societe Suisse des Explosifs, SSE Group, BIAZZI SA, Almaz-Antey, United Aircraft Corporation, Tactical Missiles Corporation, Russian Helicopters, Uralvagonzavod, United Shipbuilding Corporation, Advanced Composites Solutions, AEL Sistemas, Aeromot, Agrale, Airship do Brasil, Telespazio, ARSAT, Airbus SE, Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI), Advanced Electronics Company, Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), DragonFly Aerospace, Armscor, Atlantis Diesel Engines, Atlas Aircraft Corporation, OneWeb
How will emerging trends drive the defense market throughout the forecast period?
Corner shot weapons are increasingly becoming popular due to the safety features they offer. A corner shot is a specialized weapon accessory, essentially a hinged chassis installed on a pistol such as a Glock, a handgun, or a Beretta 92. The hinge chassis allows the gun’s frame to bend around the corner and attack the target without exposing the soldiers. It is also equipped with a bore-sighted, high-resolution video camera, an LCD monitor, and a built-in tactical light for navigation and illumination. The corner shot rifles or guns are widely used in battlefields, inside armored vehicles and tanks, on a turret up top, which will allow for a full 360-degree field of cover while the triggerman remains safely inside the vehicle. The weapon is accurate and effective up to 100 to 200 meters, depending on the type of weapon.
How do regional factors impact the defense market, and which region is the largest contributor?
The countries covered in the defense market report are Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Bangladesh, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines, Hong Kong, New Zealand, USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Colombia, Peru, France, Germany, UK, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Russia, Czech Republic, Poland, Romania, Ukraine, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Iran, Turkey, UAE, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa
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The defense refers to a range of activities including production of air-based, sea-based, and land-based military equipment, including support and auxiliary equipment such as radar, satellites, sonars, and other auxiliary equipment, or maintain, repair, and overhaul defense equipment.
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