PUBLISHER: MarketsandMarkets | PRODUCT CODE: 1752396
PUBLISHER: MarketsandMarkets | PRODUCT CODE: 1752396
The global anti-drone market is anticipated to grow from USD 4.48 billion in 2025 to USD 14.51 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 26.5% during the forecast period. The market is driven by rising security concerns over unauthorized and potentially hostile drone activities targeting critical infrastructure, military sites, and public spaces. Increasing incidents of drone-related threats, such as smuggling, espionage, and attacks, have intensified the need for effective detection and mitigation solutions. Advances in AI, multi-sensor technologies, and directed energy weapons enhance system capabilities, further fuelling market growth. Additionally, stricter government regulations and growing drone adoption across commercial sectors boost the demand for reliable counter-drone measures.
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Years Considered for the Study | 2020-2030 |
Base Year | 2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2030 |
Units Considered | Value (USD Billion) |
Segments | By System Type, Platform Type, Application, Vertical, Range, Radar Type, Radar Deployment Type, Radar Frequency Band, and Region |
Regions covered | North America, Europe, APAC, RoW |
"Active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar type segment captured the largest market share in 2024."
By radar type, the active electronically scanned array (AESA) segment accounted for the largest share of the anti-drone market in 2024 due to its superior performance, versatility, and resilience in complex operational environments. Unlike traditional radar systems, AESA radars employ multiple transmit/receive modules that enable electronic beam steering without moving parts, resulting in faster scanning, reduced maintenance, and enhanced reliability. This capability allows simultaneous multi-target tracking and rapid adaptation to dynamic threats, making them particularly effective against agile and low radar cross-section drones.
"UAV-based segment is projected to witness the highest CAGR in the anti-drone market between 2025 and 2030."
The UAV-based segment is expected to exhibit the highest CAGR during the forecast period due to its exceptional mobility and flexibility. It allows it to operate effectively in diverse and hard-to-reach environments where ground-based systems may face limitations. These systems can quickly respond to emerging threats and cover large areas, making them ideal for dynamic security scenarios, such as protecting military operations or crowded urban spaces. Their ability to carry advanced detection and neutralization technologies, including directed energy weapons and kinetic interceptors, enhances their effectiveness against sophisticated drone threats, including swarms and autonomous UAVs. Furthermore, the integration of AI and machine learning enables real-time threat analysis and autonomous responses, improving operational efficiency.
"India is expected to exhibit the highest CAGR in the global anti-drone market during the forecast period."
India is likely to exhibit the highest CAGR in the global anti-drone market during the forecast period due to escalating security concerns, increased defense modernization efforts, and strong regulatory support. Growing threats from unauthorized drone activities targeting critical infrastructure and border areas have driven the government to invest heavily in advanced counter-drone technologies. The integration of AI, multi-sensor fusion, and real-time threat analysis has enhanced the effectiveness of these systems, making them more attractive for military and civilian use. Additionally, initiatives such as the DigitalSky platform provide a regulatory framework that encourages the safe deployment of drones while emphasizing the need for robust countermeasures. Domestic companies, such as Indrajaal, are developing innovative AI-driven solutions tailored to India's unique security challenges, further fueling market growth. These factors collectively position the country as a rapidly expanding market and a key player in the global anti-drone industry.
RTX (US), Rafael Advanced Defense Systems (Israel), IAI (Israel), Leonardo S.p.A. (Italy), Lockheed Martin Corporation (US), Thales (France), Saab (Sweden), DroneShield Ltd (Australia), and Dedrone (US) are some key players in the anti-drone market.
Research Coverage: This research report categorizes the anti-drone market based on system type (kinetic systems, laser systems, electronic systems, hybrid systems), application (detection, detection & disruption), vertical (commercial, military & defense, and homeland security), platform type (ground-based, handheld, UAV-based), range [short-range (<2 Km), medium-range (2-5 Km), long-range (>5 Km)], radar type [mechanically scanned array, phased array, passive electronically scanned array (PESA), active electronically scanned array (AESA), conventional radar], radar frequency band (KU-band, X-band, C-band, S-band, L-band, other frequency bands), radar deployment type (portable radar, fixed radar, vehicle-mounted radar), and region (Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and RoW). The report describes the major drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities pertaining to the anti-drone market and forecasts the same till 2030. Apart from this, the report also consists of leadership mapping and analysis of all the companies included in the anti-drone ecosystem.