PUBLISHER: Aviation & Defense Market Reports (A&D) | PRODUCT CODE: 1831821
PUBLISHER: Aviation & Defense Market Reports (A&D) | PRODUCT CODE: 1831821
The Global Radar market is estimated at USD 15.85 billion in 2025, projected to grow to USD 19.80 billion by 2035 at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 2.25% over the forecast period 2025-2035.
The defense radar market is a cornerstone of modern military capability, providing critical situational awareness, threat detection, and surveillance functions across air, land, sea, and space domains. Radar systems serve as the eyes of defense forces, enabling early warning, target tracking, fire control, navigation, and airspace management. They are essential for monitoring hostile aircraft, missiles, naval vessels, and ground movements, as well as for supporting integrated command-and-control operations. As modern conflicts evolve to include stealth technologies, hypersonic weapons, and electronic warfare, the role of radar has become increasingly strategic. Militaries are prioritizing the deployment of advanced radar networks capable of multi-domain operation, enhanced range, and real-time data fusion. Additionally, the growing complexity of joint and coalition operations demands radar systems that can seamlessly share information across platforms and forces. The defense radar market is expanding beyond traditional applications to include missile defense, counter-drone operations, and space domain awareness. With radar forming the backbone of layered defense architectures, continuous innovation and modernization are critical to maintaining operational superiority, strategic deterrence, and rapid decision-making in complex and dynamic threat environments.
Technological innovation is profoundly reshaping the defense radar landscape, enhancing detection capabilities, adaptability, and resilience. Advances in active electronically scanned array (AESA) technology have revolutionized radar performance, enabling faster target acquisition, improved tracking precision, and multi-mission functionality within a single system. Digital beamforming and software-defined architectures allow for real-time reconfiguration, giving operators the flexibility to adapt to evolving threats and mission requirements. The integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning is further enhancing radar systems by enabling predictive analytics, automated target classification, and reduced operator workload. Emerging materials and compact designs are improving mobility and deployability, while quantum radar and passive detection technologies are being explored to counter stealth platforms and electronic countermeasures. Networking and sensor fusion are enabling radars to operate collaboratively, forming integrated surveillance grids that provide comprehensive battlespace awareness. Additionally, advances in signal processing are enhancing the ability to detect low-observable and high-speed targets. These technological developments are not only increasing the strategic value of radar systems but also transforming them into highly adaptive, multi-role tools central to modern defense strategies and integrated command-and-control networks.
Multiple factors are fueling the growth and evolution of the defense radar market, driven primarily by the rising complexity of modern threats and the increasing emphasis on situational awareness. The proliferation of stealth aircraft, hypersonic weapons, and unmanned aerial systems has heightened the need for more sensitive and versatile radar solutions capable of detecting and tracking elusive targets. Geopolitical tensions, territorial disputes, and the expansion of aerial and maritime surveillance zones are pushing defense forces to invest in long-range, high-resolution radar systems. Modern warfare's shift toward multi-domain operations is also promoting the development of integrated radar networks that support joint command structures and real-time data sharing. Additionally, the rise of missile defense initiatives and counter-drone strategies is expanding radar applications beyond conventional air defense. Government investments in modernization programs and increasing defense budgets are further accelerating procurement and R&D activities. The growing emphasis on homeland security, border surveillance, and space domain awareness is also driving demand for advanced radar capabilities. Together, these drivers underscore radar's enduring strategic importance as a fundamental component of national defense, early warning systems, and operational decision-making in both conventional and hybrid warfare scenarios.
Regional dynamics in the defense radar market reflect varying strategic priorities, technological capacities, and security challenges. North America remains a leader due to its focus on integrated air and missile defense, space-based surveillance, and modernization of legacy radar systems. Europe is prioritizing collaborative radar development through defense alliances and joint programs to strengthen regional security and enhance interoperability. The Asia-Pacific region is experiencing rapid growth as nations invest in radar technologies to address rising territorial disputes, maritime security concerns, and airspace defense requirements. Middle Eastern countries are focusing on radar solutions for counter-missile defense and border protection amid ongoing regional instability. In Latin America and Africa, radar investments are increasing gradually, driven by the need for airspace monitoring, coastal surveillance, and counter-smuggling operations. Across all regions, partnerships between governments and industry players are strengthening supply chains and accelerating technology transfer. The trend toward domestic radar production and indigenous development programs is also growing, reflecting strategic efforts to enhance self-reliance. These regional developments highlight radar's global significance in modern defense architectures, serving as a critical enabler of strategic deterrence, operational awareness, and coordinated response in evolving security landscapes.
On Wednesday, March 12, 2025, the Union Ministry of Defence (MoD) signed a ₹2,906 crore contract with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Ghaziabad, for the procurement of the Low-Level Transportable Radar (LLTR) system, Ashwini. According to the MoD, Ashwini is an active electronically scanned phased array radar built using advanced solid-state technology. The radar can track a wide range of aerial targets, from high-speed fighter jets to slow-moving objects such as helicopters and unmanned aerial vehicles. Its induction will greatly strengthen the operational readiness of the Indian Air Force.
By Region
By Component
By Platform
The 10-year Radar Market analysis would give a detailed overview of radar market growth, changing dynamics, technology adoption overviews and the overall market attractiveness is covered in this chapter.
This segment covers the top 10 technologies that is expected to impact this market and the possible implications these technologies would have on the overall market.
The 10-year radar market forecast of this market is covered in detailed across the segments which are mentioned above.
The regional radar market trends, drivers, restraints and Challenges of this market, the Political, Economic, Social and Technology aspects are covered in this segment. The market forecast and scenario analysis across regions are also covered in detailed in this segment. The last part of the regional analysis includes profiling of the key companies, supplier landscape and company benchmarking. The current market size is estimated based on the normal scenario.
North America
Drivers, Restraints and Challenges
PEST
Key Companies
Supplier Tier Landscape
Company Benchmarking
Europe
Middle East
APAC
South America
This chapter deals with the key defense programs in this market, it also covers the latest news and patents which have been filed in this market. Country level 10 year market forecast and scenario analysis are also covered in this chapter.
US
Defense Programs
Latest News
Patents
Current levels of technology maturation in this market
Canada
Italy
France
Germany
Netherlands
Belgium
Spain
Sweden
Greece
Australia
South Africa
India
China
Russia
South Korea
Japan
Malaysia
Singapore
Brazil
The opportunity matrix helps the readers understand the high opportunity segments in this market.
Hear from our experts their opinion of the possible analysis for this market.