Anti-Drone Market by Technology, Range, Platform, Application, Verticals

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[182 Pages Report] The Anti-Drone Market size was estimated at USD 1.86 billion in 2023 and expected to reach USD 2.33 billion in 2024, at a CAGR 27.63% to reach USD 10.28 billion by 2030.

An anti-drone system, also referred to as a Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS) is a comprehensive solution designed to detect, identify, track, and neutralize unauthorized drones or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) that pose potential threats to public safety, critical infrastructure, and privacy. Increasing terrorist activities utilizing UAVs for reconnaissance missions or carrying out attacks and stringent regulatory policies aimed at protecting public safety and national security from potential drone attacks led to the growing adoption of anti-drones. However, high costs associated with the development and deployment of robust anti-drone solutions may hinder the adoption of anti-drones. Nevertheless, adopting advanced multispectral sensors for improved target identification and ongoing research in areas such as object recognition algorithms and autonomous countermeasures with the help of swarm technology against rogue drone fleets are expected to create lucrative opportunities for the anti-drone market growth.

KEY MARKET STATISTICS
Base Year [2023]	USD 1.86 billion
Estimated Year [2024]	USD 2.33 billion
Forecast Year [2030]	USD 10.28 billion
CAGR (%)	27.63%

Technology: Significant adoption of drone monitoring equipment as it detects and tracks unauthorized UAS activity

Drone countermeasures provide users with tools to detect, track, and neutralize unmanned aerial systems (UAS) that pose potential threats. Cyber takeover systems are designed to exploit vulnerabilities in the communication protocols and software of drones. GPS spoofing involves transmitting false global positioning system signals to interfere with the navigation system of a drone. High-energy laser systems offer a more direct approach to taking down intrusive drones. These lasers cause structural damage through intense heat or destroy critical components such as motors and sensors by emitting concentrated energy beams at their targets. Nets are another physical countermeasure deployed against rogue drones. Specially designed nets can be launched from close or medium range using net guns or even dropped from other drones. Radiofrequency (RF) jammers disrupt the communication link between a drone and its operator by emitting interference signals at specific frequencies. In addition to countermeasures that actively engage or disable rogue drones, monitoring equipment is crucial in detecting and tracking unauthorized UAS activity. Acoustic sensors detect sound signatures produced by drones during operation, such as motor noise and propeller-generated air vibrations. Optical sensors employ high-resolution cameras equipped with advanced image recognition algorithms to spot drones flying within their field of vision. Radar systems use radio waves to detect entities within their range by measuring the reflection of transmitted signals off solid surfaces. RF analyzers monitor the airwaves for communication signals transmitted between drones and their operators.

Range: Wide adoption of anti-drone solutions with ranges exceeding 5 km

Anti-drone systems with an effective range of less than 5 km cater to the needs of commercial properties, private residences, and small-scale public events. These systems prioritize compact size and affordability while providing essential capabilities such as drone detection, tracking, and disruption. Popular solutions include radio frequency (RF) jammers, acoustic sensors, and optical recognition systems. More extensive facilities such as airports, military bases, and critical infrastructure require anti-drone solutions with ranges exceeding 5 km. End-users in this segment demand advanced technology integrating multiple sensor types for accurate detection and identification of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Additionally, these systems utilize sophisticated countermeasures such as high-powered RF jammers or laser interception technologies.

Platform: Evolving usage of handheld anti-drone devices due to their portability

Ground-based systems are designed to provide reliable protection against unauthorized drones in sensitive locations such as airports, prisons, and critical infrastructure. They generally consist of radar detection, RF jamming, and electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) tracking systems. These solutions offer a large coverage area and can effectively neutralize threats from rogue drones. Handheld anti-drone devices provide portability and ease of use for operators in the field. They primarily use radio frequency jamming technology to disrupt drone communication links with their remote controllers. Additionally, some handheld systems incorporate GPS spoofing techniques to force unauthorized drones to land safely or return to their point of origin. UAV-based anti-drone systems employ unmanned aerial vehicles to counter malicious drones through various methods such as surveillance, interception, and neutralization. These solutions offer a more dynamic approach to drone defense by providing the ability to engage threats at a distance and in challenging environments.

Application: High usage of anti-drone for classification & detection

Alerting is a crucial aspect of anti-drone systems as it provides early warning signs of potential threats, allowing users to take the necessary measures to protect sensitive infrastructures, such as airports, military bases, and prisons. Classification & detection technologies are essential in differentiating between friendly and malicious drones entering the airspace. Systems within this category use a combination of technologies such as RF sensors, acoustic sensors, optical sensors, and artificial intelligence-based algorithms for accurate classification. The locating and tracking subcategory focuses on pinpointing the exact location of detected drones and their flight path to determine potential threats or security breaches quickly. Technologies used include geolocation through RF triangulation or GPS data analysis and radar tracking systems.

Verticals: Burgeoning utilization of anti-drones in military & defense organizations

The commercial sector is experiencing a growing need for anti-drone systems due to the rapid expansion of drone usage in various industries. Anti-drone solutions protect critical infrastructure such as power plants, water treatment facilities, communication networks, transportation hubs, and oil refineries. Large-scale public events such as sports games, concerts, or political rallies attract thousands of attendees and require tight security measures to prevent potential incidents involving drones. These venues face unique challenges as they deal with temporary installations or changing locations. Homeland Security departments worldwide require advanced anti-drone solutions to counter potential threats from malicious UAS operators targeting public areas or sensitive government facilities. Military & defense organizations require robust anti-drone solutions capable of detecting, tracking, identifying, and neutralizing enemy UAS threats.

Regional Insights

The anti-drone market is evolving in the Americas as they are increasingly being utilized in border security and airspace protection and the implementation of regulations that mandate proper anti-drone usage within the airspace in the region. EU countries have witnessed a rise in drone-related incidents at airports, leading to significant disruptions in air travel. Furthermore, in response to these threats, the European government is investing in advanced counter-UAV solutions to protect critical infrastructure. The Middle East and Africa (EMEA region) face unique challenges due to political instability and terrorism concerns, raising demand for robust anti-drone measures for protecting strategic assets such as oil refineries or military installations. Substantial investments into anti-drone technology and growing demand for countermeasure solutions against unauthorized or malicious UAVs are accelerating the deployment of anti-drones across the commercial and military sectors in the region. Moreover, the integration of advanced sensors and technologies such as artificial intelligence and radio frequency are anticipated to propel the deployment of anti-drones across end-use applications globally.

FPNV Positioning Matrix

The FPNV Positioning Matrix is pivotal in evaluating the Anti-Drone Market. It offers a comprehensive assessment of vendors, examining key metrics related to Business Strategy and Product Satisfaction. This in-depth analysis empowers users to make well-informed decisions aligned with their requirements. Based on the evaluation, the vendors are then categorized into four distinct quadrants representing varying levels of success: Forefront (F), Pathfinder (P), Niche (N), or Vital (V).

Market Share Analysis

The Market Share Analysis is a comprehensive tool that provides an insightful and in-depth examination of the current state of vendors in the Anti-Drone Market. By meticulously comparing and analyzing vendor contributions in terms of overall revenue, customer base, and other key metrics, we can offer companies a greater understanding of their performance and the challenges they face when competing for market share. Additionally, this analysis provides valuable insights into the competitive nature of the sector, including factors such as accumulation, fragmentation dominance, and amalgamation traits observed over the base year period studied. With this expanded level of detail, vendors can make more informed decisions and devise effective strategies to gain a competitive edge in the market.

Key Company Profiles

The report delves into recent significant developments in the Anti-Drone Market, highlighting leading vendors and their innovative profiles. These include Accipiter Radar Technologies Inc., Adani Group, Advanced Radar Technologies S.A., Airbus SE, BAE Systems PLC, Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Blighter Surveillance Systems Limited, CERBAIR, D-Fend Solutions Ltd., Dedrone Holdings, Inc., DroneShield Ltd., Dymstec, Co., Ltd.,, Elbit Systems Ltd., Excelitas Technologies Corp., Fortem Technologies, Inc., General Dynamics Corporation, Hensoldt AG, INDRA SISTEMAS, S.A., Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd., L3Harris Technologies, Inc., Leidos Holdings, Inc., Leonardo S.p.A., Liteye Systems, Inc. by High Point Aerotechnologies LLC, Lockheed Martin Corporation, M2K Technologies Private Limited, Mistral Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Northrop Grumman Corporation, QinetiQ Group, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd., RattanIndia Enterprises Limited, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Rheinmetall AG, Robin Radar Systems B.V., Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co KG, SAAB AB, Safran S.A., Sensofusion Oy, Shoghi Communications Ltd., Spotter Global, Teledyne FLIR LLC, Thales Group, The Boeing Company, Toshiba Corporation, and Zen Technologies Limited.

Market Segmentation & Coverage

This research report categorizes the Anti-Drone Market to forecast the revenues and analyze trends in each of the following sub-markets:

Technology
- Drone Countermeasure Equipment
  - Cyber Takeover Systems
  - GPS Spoofers
  - High-energy lasers
  - Nets & Net Guns
  - Radio Frequency Jammers

Drone Monitoring Equipment
- Acoustic Sensors (Microphones)
- Optical Sensors (Cameras)
- Radar
- Radio Frequency (RF) Analysers

Range
- Less Than 5 km
- More Than 5 km

Platform
- Ground Based
- Handheld
- UAV Based

Application
- Alerting
- Classification & Detection
- Locating & Tracking

Verticals
- Commercial
  - Critical Infrastructure
  - Public Venues

Homeland Security
Military & Defense

Region
- Americas
  - Argentina
  - Brazil
  - Canada
  - Mexico
  - United States
    - California
    - Florida
    - Illinois
    - New York
    - Ohio
    - Pennsylvania
    - Texas
- Asia-Pacific
  - Australia
  - China
  - India
  - Indonesia
  - Japan
  - Malaysia
  - Philippines
  - Singapore
  - South Korea
  - Taiwan
  - Thailand
  - Vietnam

Europe, Middle East & Africa
- Denmark
- Egypt
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Israel
- Italy
- Netherlands
- Nigeria
- Norway
- Poland
- Qatar
- Russia
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Turkey
- United Arab Emirates
- United Kingdom

The report offers valuable insights on the following aspects:

1. Market Penetration: It presents comprehensive information on the market provided by key players.

2. Market Development: It delves deep into lucrative emerging markets and analyzes the penetration across mature market segments.

3. Market Diversification: It provides detailed information on new product launches, untapped geographic regions, recent developments, and investments.

4. Competitive Assessment & Intelligence: It conducts an exhaustive assessment of market shares, strategies, products, certifications, regulatory approvals, patent landscape, and manufacturing capabilities of the leading players.

5. Product Development & Innovation: It offers intelligent insights on future technologies, R&D activities, and breakthrough product developments.

The report addresses key questions such as:

1. What is the market size and forecast of the Anti-Drone Market?

2. Which products, segments, applications, and areas should one consider investing in over the forecast period in the Anti-Drone Market?

3. What are the technology trends and regulatory frameworks in the Anti-Drone Market?

4. What is the market share of the leading vendors in the Anti-Drone Market?

5. Which modes and strategic moves are suitable for entering the Anti-Drone Market?

Product Code: MRR-4316E4E89281

1. Preface

1.1. Objectives of the Study
1.2. Market Segmentation & Coverage
1.3. Years Considered for the Study
1.4. Currency & Pricing
1.5. Language
1.6. Stakeholders

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Define: Research Objective
2.2. Determine: Research Design
2.3. Prepare: Research Instrument
2.4. Collect: Data Source
2.5. Analyze: Data Interpretation
2.6. Formulate: Data Verification
2.7. Publish: Research Report
2.8. Repeat: Report Update

3. Executive Summary

4. Market Overview

5. Market Insights

5.1. Market Dynamics
- 5.1.1. Drivers
  - 5.1.1.1. Increasing incidences of security breaches by unidentified drones and terrorism
  - 5.1.1.2. Government initiatives to increase deployment of anti-drones
  - 5.1.1.3. Accelerating demand for stationary and mobile anti-drone jammers
- 5.1.2. Restraints
  - 5.1.2.1. High cost of deploying anti-drone systems
- 5.1.3. Opportunities
  - 5.1.3.1. Technological advancements in anti-drone systems
  - 5.1.3.2. Strategic alliances and investments to expand airspace safety and security solutions
- 5.1.4. Challenges
  - 5.1.4.1. Issues and limitations associated with anti-drone systems
5.2. Market Segmentation Analysis
- 5.2.1. Technology: Significant adoption of drone monitoring equipment as it detects and tracks unauthorized UAS activity
- 5.2.2. Range: Wide adoption of anti-drone solutions with ranges exceeding 5 km
- 5.2.3. Platform: Evolving usage of handheld anti-drone devices due to their portability
- 5.2.4. Application: High usage of anti-drone for classification & detection
- 5.2.5. Verticals: Burgeoning utilization of anti-drones in military & defense organizations
5.3. Market Trend Analysis
- 5.3.1. Escalating threats to critical infrastructures to encourage the deployment of anti-drones in the Americas
- 5.3.2. Substantial production capabilities and government initiatives to deploy anti-drone systems in the APAC region
- 5.3.3. Rising burden of geopolitical conflicts and supportive government investments for anti-drone systems in the EMEA region
5.4. Cumulative Impact of High Inflation
5.5. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 5.5.1. Threat of New Entrants
- 5.5.2. Threat of Substitutes
- 5.5.3. Bargaining Power of Customers
- 5.5.4. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 5.5.5. Industry Rivalry
5.6. Value Chain & Critical Path Analysis
5.7. Regulatory Framework Analysis

6. Anti-Drone Market, by Technology

6.1. Introduction
6.2. Drone Countermeasure Equipment
6.3. Drone Monitoring Equipment

7. Anti-Drone Market, by Range

7.1. Introduction
7.2. Less Than 5 km
7.3. More Than 5 km

8. Anti-Drone Market, by Platform

8.1. Introduction
8.2. Ground Based
8.3. Handheld
8.4. UAV Based

9. Anti-Drone Market, by Application

9.1. Introduction
9.2. Alerting
9.3. Classification & Detection
9.4. Locating & Tracking

10. Anti-Drone Market, by Verticals

10.1. Introduction
10.2. Commercial
10.3. Homeland Security
10.4. Military & Defense

11. Americas Anti-Drone Market

11.1. Introduction
11.2. Argentina
11.3. Brazil
11.4. Canada
11.5. Mexico
11.6. United States

12. Asia-Pacific Anti-Drone Market

12.1. Introduction
12.2. Australia
12.3. China
12.4. India
12.5. Indonesia
12.6. Japan
12.7. Malaysia
12.8. Philippines
12.9. Singapore
12.10. South Korea
12.11. Taiwan
12.12. Thailand
12.13. Vietnam

13. Europe, Middle East & Africa Anti-Drone Market

13.1. Introduction
13.2. Denmark
13.3. Egypt
13.4. Finland
13.5. France
13.6. Germany
13.7. Israel
13.8. Italy
13.9. Netherlands
13.10. Nigeria
13.11. Norway
13.12. Poland
13.13. Qatar
13.14. Russia
13.15. Saudi Arabia
13.16. South Africa
13.17. Spain
13.18. Sweden
13.19. Switzerland
13.20. Turkey
13.21. United Arab Emirates
13.22. United Kingdom

14. Competitive Landscape

14.1. Market Share Analysis, 2023
14.2. FPNV Positioning Matrix, 2023
14.3. Competitive Scenario Analysis
- 14.3.1. DroneShield releases DroneSentry-X Mk2 for Multi-Mission Counter-UAS Applications
- 14.3.2. Indrajaal Partners with Sigma Advanced Systems to Bolster the Indigenous Manufacturing Capabilities of Anti-drone Defence Systems in India
- 14.3.3. Australian Anti-drone Defense Firm Expands U.S. Footprint
- 14.3.4. DroneShield, Epirus Combine Counter-Drone System for Defense Customers
- 14.3.5. Elbit Systems Unveils New Electronic Warfare Capability to Counter Drone Threats at Paris Airshow
- 14.3.6. Grene Robotics Acquires C4ISRT Platform to Bolster Anti-Drone Capabilities
- 14.3.7. DroneShield Raised Over AUD 40 Million in Investment Funds
- 14.3.8. Ondas Holdings' Airobotics Completes Acquisition of Iron Drone Assets and Launches New Counter-Drone System at World Police Summit in Dubai
- 14.3.9. Fortem Bags USD 17.8 Million Funding to meet Counter-Drone Demand
- 14.3.10. Pentagon Awards L3Harris USD 40 million Anti-Drone Weapon Systems Contract
- 14.3.11. RattanIndia Launches its Anti-Drone 'defender'
- 14.3.12. Dedrone Closes USD 30 Million Series C-1 Financing
- 14.3.13. Raytheon to Build Counter-Drone Tech Facility in Scotland

15. Competitive Portfolio

15.1. Key Company Profiles
15.2. Key Product Portfolio