Fishing Drones Global Market Report 2026

Fishing drones typically denote unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) equipped with specialized fishing gear or tools intended for various fishing purposes, encompassing recreational fishing, commercial fishing, and research activities. These drones are purpose-built to assist fishermen in capturing fish from remote or challenging-to-reach locations, including shorelines, cliffs, or offshore areas.

The primary types of fishing drones are categorized as fixed-wing and rotary-wing. Fixed-wing drones are unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) equipped with rigid wings, designed to fly in a manner similar to traditional airplanes. These drones are further classified based on their capacities, such as below 1 kg, 1-2 kg, and above 2 kg. They find applications in various fields, including commercial fishing, recreational fishing, and other related activities.

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.

Tariffs are influencing the fishing drones market by increasing the cost of imported flight controllers, cameras, batteries, motors, and communication modules. Recreational and commercial users in North America and Europe are most affected due to reliance on imported drone platforms, while Asia-Pacific manufacturers face component cost volatility. These tariffs are raising retail prices and slowing adoption rates. However, they are also promoting local assembly, regional component sourcing, and innovation in durable and cost-efficient fishing drone designs.

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The fishing drones market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $0.99 billion in 2025 to $1.11 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of recreational fishing activities, growing interest in drone-assisted fishing, increased accessibility to coastal fishing, availability of affordable UAVs, rising adoption among sport fishermen.

The fishing drones market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.76 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing commercialization of drone fishing, rising demand for high-end recreational equipment, expansion of smart fishing technologies, growing use of AI-based fish detection, increasing regulatory clarity for UAV usage. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of long-range fishing drones, rising use in offshore and shoreline fishing, growing integration of GPS and live video feeds, expansion of payload handling capabilities, enhanced focus on fishing efficiency.

The growing demand for aquaculture is anticipated to drive the expansion of the fishing drone market in the coming years. Aquaculture involves cultivating, breeding, and harvesting fish, shellfish, and other aquatic animals under controlled conditions, primarily for commercial purposes. Increasing seafood demand, declining wild fish stocks, and technological advancements are collectively fueling the growth of aquaculture. Fishing drones are employed to enhance operational efficiency, boost productivity, and support sustainable management practices in this sector. For example, in April 2025, Eurostat, a Luxembourg-based government agency, reported that in 2023, aquaculture in the EU produced nearly 1.1 million tonnes of live weight, with a total value of $5.01 billion (€4.8 billion). This industry emphasizes the controlled farming of fish, molluscs, algae, and crustaceans, with Spain, France, Greece, and Italy as the leading producers. Consequently, the rising demand for aquaculture is propelling the growth of the fishing drone market.

Major companies in the fishing drones market are focusing on creating innovative solutions, such as the FD3 Waterproof Fishing Drone, aimed at preventing illegal fishing, protecting marine ecosystems, and supporting sustainable fishing practices. This device is specifically designed for fishermen looking to enhance their efficiency and success rate, representing a significant advancement in fishing technology for sport enthusiasts. For example, in December 2023, Urban Drones, a US-based unmanned aerial systems company, collaborated with SwellPro, a China-based manufacturer of rugged waterproof drones, to launch the FD3 Waterproof Fishing Drone, which is intended to transform fishing technology for recreational anglers. The drone is available in two versions: an advanced model with a 4K camera video system and a basic model for carrying baits. These drones feature autopilot functionality via the FDFly APP, a 1-mile casting range, and an IP67 waterproof rating for saltwater use. Furthermore, the FD3 enhances the fishing experience by making it more efficient, convenient, and enjoyable for anglers leveraging the latest technology.

In September 2023, Terra Drone Corporation, a Japanese drone service provider, acquired Avirtech for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition led to the establishment of Terra Drone Agri, focusing on the Malaysian and Indonesian markets. The objective of this transaction is to address labor shortages, enhance worker safety, and increase productivity in the palm oil industry. Avirtech, based in Indonesia, specializes in designing waterproof fishing drones, contributing to an improved fishing experience. The acquisition strengthens Terra Drone's position in the agricultural drone sector, reinforcing its commitment to technological advancements in the field.

Major companies operating in the fishing drones market are SwellPro Technology Ltd., PowerVision Technology Group, SeaDrone Systems, Gannet X, Drone Sky Hook, SkyRC, Poseidon Drone Systems, Rippton, AquaEye Drone Technologies, Blueye Robotics AS, Chasing Innovation, QYSEA Technology, PowerDolphin, SwellPro USA, Drone Sky Fishing Systems, Saildrone, Autel Robotics, SZ DJI Technology Co. Ltd., Yuneec International Co. Ltd., Parrot SA, Draganfly Innovations Inc., Blue Robotics

North America was the largest region in the fishing drones market in 2025. The regions covered in the fishing drones market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa

The countries covered in the fishing drones market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The fishing drones market consists of sales of products such as multirotor drones, hybrid drones, cameras, sonar systems, sensors, and bait deployment mechanism tools. 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.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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This report focuses fishing drones market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

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• The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
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• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
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Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Type: Aerial Fishing Drones; Underwater Fishing Drones
• 2) By Payload Capacity: Up To 1 Kg; 1 To 2 Kg; Above 2 Kg
• 3) By Application: Commercial Fishing; Recreational Fishing; Research and Fish Monitoring; Other Applications
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Aerial Fishing Drones: Multirotor Fishing Drones; Fixed-Wing Fishing Drones
• 2) By Underwater Fishing Drones: Tethered Underwater Fishing ROVs; Compact Underwater Fishing ROVs
• Companies Mentioned: SwellPro Technology Ltd.; PowerVision Technology Group; SeaDrone Systems; Gannet X; Drone Sky Hook; SkyRC; Poseidon Drone Systems; Rippton; AquaEye Drone Technologies; Blueye Robotics AS; Chasing Innovation; QYSEA Technology; PowerDolphin; SwellPro USA; Drone Sky Fishing Systems; Saildrone; Autel Robotics; SZ DJI Technology Co. Ltd.; Yuneec International Co. Ltd.; Parrot SA; Draganfly Innovations Inc.; Blue Robotics
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
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