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Hypersonic defense systems are advanced military technologies developed to detect, track, and intercept hypersonic weapons that travel at speeds exceeding Mach 5. Their purpose is to safeguard nations from high-speed, highly maneuverable threats by enabling rapid response, precise targeting, and layered missile defense capabilities.
The primary types of hypersonic defense systems include hypersonic glide vehicles (HGVs), hypersonic cruise missiles (HCMs), and hypersonic spaceplanes. Hypersonic glide vehicles (HGVs) are advanced weapons engineered to travel at speeds above Mach 5 while maneuvering within the atmosphere to avoid detection and interception. These systems are composed of components such as interceptor missiles, radar systems, command and control systems, launch systems, and others, and they are deployed across land-based, naval, airborne, and space-based platforms. They operate at speeds ranging from Mach 5 to Mach 10 and beyond, with primary end users including the military, homeland security, and other defense-related entities.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
The sharp hike in U.S. tariffs and the associated trade disputes in spring 2025 are notably impacting the aerospace and defense sector by raising costs for titanium, carbon fiber composites, and avionics materials largely sourced from global suppliers. Defense contractors, locked into fixed-price government contracts, absorb these added costs, while commercial aerospace firms face airline pushback on higher aircraft prices. Delays in component shipments due to customs bottlenecks further disrupt tight production schedules for jets and satellites. The industry is responding by stockpiling critical materials, seeking waivers for defense-related imports, and collaborating with allied nations to diversify supply chain.
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The hypersonic defense systems market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $6.31 billion in 2024 to $7.41 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.3%. Growth during the historic period can be attributed to increasing military modernization programs, heightened geopolitical tensions, rising investments in defense R&D, expansion of missile defense initiatives, and growing demand for advanced surveillance capabilities.
The hypersonic defense systems market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $13.87 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.0%. Growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expanding defense budgets, rising adoption of space-based defense systems, increasing cross-border conflicts, the expansion of hypersonic testing programs, and greater integration of artificial intelligence in defense operations. Major trends expected in the forecast period include advancements in hypersonic propulsion technology, innovations in reusable launch platforms, developments in stealth and detection-resistant materials, research and development in integrated command and control systems, and technological enhancements in precision targeting systems.
The increase in geopolitical tensions is expected to drive the growth of the hypersonic defense systems market in the coming years. Geopolitical tensions refer to disputes or strains between nations or regions arising from political, economic, or territorial disagreements. These tensions are fueled by competition over natural resources, as countries aim to secure energy, minerals, and water, resulting in conflicts and strained international relations. Hypersonic defense systems contribute to geopolitical tensions, as their advanced speed, maneuverability, and strike capabilities, enabled by technologies such as scramjet engines, hypersonic glide vehicles, and advanced guidance systems, intensify military competition, create strategic uncertainty, and push countries to accelerate defense modernization, increase arms development, and develop counter-hypersonic technologies. For instance, in December 2024, according to Armed Conflict Location and Event Data (ACLED), a US-based crisis mapping and conflict data organization, global conflicts have doubled over the last five years, with the number of deaths in conflicts rising 30 percent from 179,099 in 2023 to 233,597 in 2024. Consequently, the rise in geopolitical tensions is driving growth in the hypersonic defense systems market.
Leading companies in the hypersonic defense systems market are focusing on product innovation, such as multi-mission missiles, to enhance versatility, extend engagement range, and provide rapid response capabilities against evolving aerial and missile threats. A multi-mission missile is a versatile weapon system designed to perform multiple roles, such as air-to-air, surface-to-air, or surface-to-surface engagements, using a single adaptable platform. For example, in April 2024, Lockheed Martin Corporation, a US-based aerospace, defense, and security company, unveiled the Mako hypersonic missile at the Navy League's Sea-Air-Space exposition in Maryland, representing a major advancement in next-generation strike capabilities. The air-launched, multi-mission weapon is the first of its kind designed for deployment from the internal weapons bays of stealth aircraft such as the F-35 and F-22, with compatibility across additional US military aircraft and naval platforms. Developed over seven years, Mako achieves speeds exceeding Mach 5 and provides high maneuverability, precision, and survivability against advanced air-defense systems, enabling versatile operations across air, land, and maritime domains.
In May 2024, Cerberus Capital Management, L.P., a US-based aerospace and defense company, acquired Calspan Aero Systems Engineering for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Cerberus aims to enhance US hypersonic research and testing capabilities by integrating Calspan Aero Systems Engineering's expertise and resources under North Wind. Calspan Aero Systems Engineering is a US-based aerospace and defense company providing hypersonic and defense test systems, flight testing, and engineering services for aerospace and defense applications.
Major players in the hypersonic defense systems market are Boeing Company, Lockheed Martin Corporation, China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC), General Dynamics Corporation, Northrop Grumman Corporation, China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (CASIC), Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, BAE Systems plc, Safran S.A., Thales Group, L3Harris Technologies Inc., Leonardo S.p.A., Leidos Holdings Inc., Saab AB, Kongsberg Gruppen ASA, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd., QinetiQ, Aerojet Rocketdyne Holdings Inc., Defence Research and Development Organisation India (DRDO), Honeywell Aerospace, Almaz-Antey, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, and NPO Mashinostroyenia.
North America was the largest region in the hypersonic defense systems market in 2024. The regions covered in hypersonic defense systems report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
The countries covered in the hypersonic defense systems market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The hypersonic defense systems market consists of sales of interceptors, radar systems, command and control systems, sensors, tracking systems, launch platforms, and directed energy weapons. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values; that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
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