Dublin, June 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Defense Drone Market 2025-2034” has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.
The Defense Drone Market, valued at USD 11.2 billion in 2025, is expected to soar to USD 21.3 billion by 2034, boasting a CAGR of 7.5%
This market encapsulates unmanned aerial vehicles tailored for military deployment, encompassing a broad spectrum of functionalities from reconnaissance to combat operations. Key components include control systems, sensors, communication links, and weapon systems. Heightened need for improved situational awareness, reduced risk to personnel, and cost-efficient military missions are pivotal catalysts driving market momentum.
Throughout 2024, the market witnessed progressive enhancement in drone capabilities with a notable surge in military procurement. The emergence of armed drones epitomized a strategic asset in contemporary warfare, while more autonomous drones marked a shift towards reduced human intervention. Drone swarming technology, enabling collaborative operation among multiple drones, gained traction. Concurrently, the ascent of counter-drone technologies underscored strategic defense against enemy UAVs. The integration of AI-powered analytics markedly advanced the intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) facets of military drones.
Looking forward, the sustained growth trajectory of the Defense Drone Market is anticipated, driven by ongoing geopolitical instabilities and drones’ efficacy in military endeavors. Progressions in drone autonomy, AI for mission orchestration, and stealthier designs are on the horizon. An anticipated increase in the integration of drones with other defense platforms and systems is expected, further enhancing their strategic value.
Specialized drones, such as underwater and ground-based unmanned vehicles, may emerge, catering to niche defense applications. Ethical and regulatory dialogues regarding lethal autonomous weapons systems remain vital discussion points.
Key Attributes:
| Report Attribute | Details |
| No. of Pages | 150 |
| Forecast Period | 2025 – 2034 |
| Estimated Market Value (USD) in 2025 | $11.2 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value (USD) by 2034 | $21.3 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 7.4% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
Companies Featured
- Raytheon Company
- The Boeing Company
- Lockheed Martin Corporation
- Airbus SE
- General Dynamics Corporation
- Northrop Grumman Corporation
- BAE Systems Plc.
- Thales Group
- L3Harris Technologies Inc.
- Leonardo S.p.A.
- Elbit System Ltd.
- Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd.
- Teledyne FLIR LLC
- Saab Group
- Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd.
- General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc.
- QinetiQ Group plc
- FLIR Systems Inc.
- Turkish Aerospace Industries Inc.
- Textron Systems
- Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Inc.
- Insitu Inc.
- Yuneec International Co. Ltd.
- SZ DJI Technology Co. Ltd.
- Wisk Aero LLC
- AeroVironment Inc.
- Parrot Drones SAS
- Autel Robotics Co. Ltd.
- PrecisionHawk Inc.
- Ehang Holdings Limited
By Product:
- Multirotor Systems
- Other Products
By Range:
By Payload:
- Medium Drones
- Large Drones
By Application:
- Surveillance Reconnaissance And Targeting (ISRT)
- Combat Operations
- Other Applications
By Geography:
- North America
- Europe
- Asia-Pacific
- The Middle East and Africa
- South and Central America
For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/4vysbl
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