PUBLISHER: Bizwit Research & Consulting LLP | PRODUCT CODE: 1886227
PUBLISHER: Bizwit Research & Consulting LLP | PRODUCT CODE: 1886227
Global Missile Guidance System Market Size study & Forecast, by Launch Platform (Air-to-Air, Air-to-Surface, Surface-to-Air, Anti-ship, Anti-tank) by End User (UAVs, Ground Vehicles, Combat Aircrafts, Ships, Submarines) and Regional Forecasts 2025-2035
The Global Missile Guidance System Market is valued at approximately USD 0.97 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 5.0% over the forecast period 2025-2035. Missile guidance systems are sophisticated technologies designed to ensure precision targeting, trajectory control, and interception capabilities across multiple launch platforms. These systems integrate advanced sensors, navigation, and control algorithms to improve accuracy and minimize collateral damage. The market is being driven by escalating defense modernization programs, increasing geopolitical tensions, and growing investments in next-generation missile technologies by nations across the globe.
Rising defense expenditures and modernization initiatives are creating significant demand for advanced missile guidance systems. The proliferation of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), surface combatants, and strategic missile programs has necessitated the development of reliable and cost-effective guidance solutions. According to SIPRI, global military spending reached USD 2.2 trillion in 2023, with a significant portion allocated to missile defense and precision-guided weapon systems. Technological innovations in navigation, sensor fusion, and AI-driven targeting algorithms provide further opportunities for market growth, although regulatory frameworks, export restrictions, and high R&D costs pose potential challenges to expansion.
The detailed segments and sub-segments included in the report are:
By Launch Platform:
- Air-to-Air
- Air-to-Surface
- Surface-to-Air
- Anti-ship
- Anti-tank
By End User:
- Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)
- Ground Vehicles
- Combat Aircrafts
- Ships
- Submarines
By Region:
North America
- U.S.
- Canada
Europe
- UK
- Germany
- France
- Spain
- Italy
- ROE
Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South Korea
- RoAPAC
Latin America
- Brazil
- Mexico
Middle East & Africa
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Rest of Middle East & Africa
Air-to-Air Launch Platform Expected to Dominate the Market
Among the different launch platforms, air-to-air missile guidance systems are expected to maintain a dominant market share, driven by extensive adoption by combat aircraft fleets for defense and tactical operations. These systems demand high precision and rapid response capabilities, which are critical for aerial combat scenarios. While surface-to-air and anti-ship systems continue to gain importance for strategic defense, air-to-air systems are projected to sustain leadership due to ongoing upgrades, adoption of next-generation avionics, and the modernization of fighter aircraft fleets worldwide.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Lead in Revenue Contribution
Segmenting by end-user, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) currently generate the highest revenue in the market. UAV-mounted missile guidance systems are increasingly deployed for surveillance, precision strikes, and reconnaissance missions, offering versatility and cost-efficiency. Meanwhile, combat aircrafts, ships, and submarines continue to be significant contributors, with their guidance systems focused on high-value, long-range applications. This distinction reflects a nuanced market landscape: UAVs dominate in volume-driven deployments, whereas manned and naval platforms contribute robust revenue streams through complex, high-performance systems.
The key regions analyzed for the Global Missile Guidance System Market include North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. North America leads the market in 2025, supported by substantial defense budgets, cutting-edge aerospace infrastructure, and advanced R&D capabilities. Europe exhibits steady growth due to strategic defense collaborations and modernization programs. Asia Pacific is projected to witness the fastest growth, fueled by increasing defense investments, regional security concerns, and emerging military technologies in countries like China and India. These factors collectively create a dynamic market landscape, positioning the region as a critical growth hub during the forecast period.
Major market players included in this report are:
- Raytheon Technologies Corporation
- Lockheed Martin Corporation
- Northrop Grumman Corporation
- Boeing Company
- Thales Group
- BAE Systems plc
- MBDA Missile Systems
- L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
- Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd.
- Leonardo S.p.A.
- Hanwha Aerospace Co., Ltd.
- Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd.
- General Dynamics Corporation
- Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
- Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
Global Missile Guidance System Market Report Scope:
- Historical Data - 2023, 2024
- Base Year for Estimation - 2024
- Forecast period - 2025-2035
- Report Coverage - Revenue forecast, Company Ranking, Competitive Landscape, Growth factors, and Trends
- Regional Scope - North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa
- Customization Scope - Free report customization (equivalent to up to 8 analysts' working hours) with purchase. Addition or alteration to country, regional & segment scope*
The objective of the study is to define market sizes of different segments & countries in recent years and to forecast the values for the coming years. The report is designed to incorporate both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the industry within the countries involved in the study. The report also provides detailed information about crucial aspects, such as driving factors and challenges, which will define the future growth of the market. Additionally, it incorporates potential opportunities in micro-markets for stakeholders to invest, along with a detailed analysis of the competitive landscape and product offerings of key players. The detailed segments and sub-segments of the market are explained above:
Key Takeaways:
- Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2025 to 2035.
- Annualized revenues and regional-level analysis for each market segment.
- Detailed analysis of the geographical landscape with country-level analysis of major regions.
- Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
- Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
- Analysis of the competitive structure of the market.
- Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Global Missile Guidance System Market Report Scope & Methodology
- 1.1. Research Objective
- 1.2. Research Methodology
- 1.2.1. Forecast Model
- 1.2.2. Desk Research
- 1.2.3. Top Down and Bottom-Up Approach
- 1.3. Research Attributes
- 1.4. Scope of the Study
- 1.4.1. Market Definition
- 1.4.2. Market Segmentation
- 1.5. Research Assumption
- 1.5.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
- 1.5.2. Limitations
- 1.5.3. Years Considered for the Study
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
- 2.1. CEO/CXO Standpoint
- 2.2. Strategic Insights
- 2.3. ESG Analysis
- 2.4. key Findings
Chapter 3. Global Missile Guidance System Market Forces Analysis
- 3.1. Market Forces Shaping The Global Missile Guidance System Market (2024-2035)
- 3.2. Drivers
- 3.2.1. increasing geopolitical tensions
- 3.2.2. growing investments in next-generation missile technologies
- 3.3. Restraints
- 3.3.1. Shortage Of Skilled Professionals
- 3.4. Opportunities
- 3.4.1. Technological innovations in navigation, sensor fusion, and AI-driven targeting algorithms
Chapter 4. Global Missile Guidance System Industry Analysis
- 4.1. Porter's 5 Forces Model
- 4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Buyer
- 4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Supplier
- 4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
- 4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
- 4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
- 4.2. Porter's 5 Force Forecast Model (2024-2035)
- 4.3. PESTEL Analysis
- 4.3.1. Political
- 4.3.2. Economical
- 4.3.3. Social
- 4.3.4. Technological
- 4.3.5. Environmental
- 4.3.6. Legal
- 4.4. Top Investment Opportunities
- 4.5. Top Winning Strategies (2025)
- 4.6. Market Share Analysis (2024-2025)
- 4.7. Global Pricing Analysis And Trends 2025
- 4.8. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
Chapter 5. Global Missile Guidance System Market Size & Forecasts by Launch Platform 2025-2035
- 5.1. Market Overview
- 5.2. Global Missile Guidance System Market Performance - Potential Analysis (2025)
- 5.3. Air-to-Air
- 5.3.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 5.3.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
- 5.4. Air-to-Surface
- 5.4.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 5.4.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
- 5.5. Surface-to-Air
- 5.5.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 5.5.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
- 5.6. Anti-ship
- 5.6.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 5.6.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
- 5.7. Anti-tank
- 5.7.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 5.7.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
Chapter 6. Global Missile Guidance System Market Size & Forecasts by End Use 2025-2035
- 6.1. Market Overview
- 6.2. Global Missile Guidance System Market Performance - Potential Analysis (2025)
- 6.3. Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)
- 6.3.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 6.3.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
- 6.4. Ground Vehicles
- 6.4.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 6.4.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
- 6.5. Combat Aircrafts
- 6.5.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 6.5.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
- 6.6. Ships
- 6.6.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 6.6.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
- 6.7. Submarines
- 6.7.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 6.7.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
Chapter 7. Global Missile Guidance System Market Size & Forecasts by Region 2025-2035
- 7.1. Growth Missile Guidance System Market, Regional Market Snapshot
- 7.2. Top Leading & Emerging Countries
- 7.3. North America Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.3.1. U.S. Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.3.1.1. Launch Platform breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.3.1.2. End Use breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.3.2. Canada Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.3.2.1. Launch Platform breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.3.2.2. End Use breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.3.1. U.S. Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.4. Europe Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.4.1. UK Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.4.1.1. Launch Platform breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.4.1.2. End Use breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.4.2. Germany Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.4.2.1. Launch Platform breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.4.2.2. End Use breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.4.3. France Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.4.3.1. Launch Platform breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.4.3.2. End Use breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.4.4. Spain Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.4.4.1. Launch Platform breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.4.4.2. End Use breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.4.5. Italy Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.4.5.1. Launch Platform breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.4.5.2. End Use breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.4.6. Rest of Europe Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.4.6.1. Launch Platform breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.4.6.2. End Use breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.4.1. UK Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.5. Asia Pacific Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.5.1. China Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.5.1.1. Launch Platform breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.5.1.2. End Use breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.5.2. India Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.5.2.1. Launch Platform breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.5.2.2. End Use breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.5.3. Japan Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.5.3.1. Launch Platform breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.5.3.2. End Use breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.5.4. Australia Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.5.4.1. Launch Platform breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.5.4.2. End Use breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.5.5. South Korea Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.5.5.1. Launch Platform breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.5.5.2. End Use breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.5.6. Rest of APAC Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.5.6.1. Launch Platform breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.5.6.2. End Use breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.5.1. China Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.6. Latin America Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.6.1. Brazil Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.6.1.1. Launch Platform breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.6.1.2. End Use breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.6.2. Mexico Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.6.2.1. Launch Platform breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.6.2.2. End Use breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.6.1. Brazil Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.7. Middle East and Africa Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.7.1. UAE Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.7.1.1. Launch Platform breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.7.1.2. End Use breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.7.2. Saudi Arabia (KSA) Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.7.2.1. Launch Platform breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.7.2.2. End Use breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.7.3. South Africa Missile Guidance System Market
- 7.7.3.1. Launch Platform breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.7.3.2. End Use breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 7.7.1. UAE Missile Guidance System Market
Chapter 8. Competitive Intelligence
- 8.1. Top Market Strategies
- 8.2. Raytheon Technologies Corporation
- 8.2.1. Company Overview
- 8.2.2. Key Executives
- 8.2.3. Company Snapshot
- 8.2.4. Financial Performance (Subject to Data Availability)
- 8.2.5. Product/Services Port
- 8.2.6. Recent Development
- 8.2.7. Market Strategies
- 8.2.8. SWOT Analysis
- 8.3. Lockheed Martin Corporation
- 8.4. Northrop Grumman Corporation
- 8.5. Boeing Company
- 8.6. Thales Group
- 8.7. BAE Systems plc
- 8.8. MBDA Missile Systems
- 8.9. L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
- 8.10. Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd.
- 8.11. Leonardo S.p.A.
- 8.12. Hanwha Aerospace Co., Ltd.
- 8.13. Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd.
- 8.14. General Dynamics Corporation
- 8.15. Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
- 8.16. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
