Drones Global Market Report 2024

Description

A drone, also known as an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), is a type of aircraft that operates without a human pilot on board. They can be remotely controlled by an operator or operate autonomously through pre-programmed flight plans or onboard sensors. Drones come in various sizes and designs, from small consumer models to large industrial systems, and can be equipped with various sensors, cameras, and other technologies to perform their specific tasks.

The main types of drones are rotary blades, fixed wings, and hybrids. Rotary blade drones refer to unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) that use one or more rotors to generate lift and propulsion. These drones can be powered by different propulsion types, such as heat engines, electric engines, jet engines, and others, and serve various applications, including industrial use, terrestrial imagery and mapping, precision agriculture, inspection and monitoring, and others. And these drones cater to a wide range of industries, including agriculture, construction and infrastructure, media and entertainment, logistics and transportation, defense and military, and more.

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The drones market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $30.53 billion in 2023 to $36.70 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20.2%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to improved transportation efficiency, a rise in drone applications, enhanced capabilities of drone platforms, and greater use of drones for surveillance.

The drones market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $77.39 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20.5%. The growth during the forecast period can be attributed to an increased focus on sustainability and environmental protection, a rising demand for photographic surveillance, the growing popularity of drone racing, and expanded use in both commercial and recreational settings. Major trends include the adoption of drones in the commercial sector, technological advancements in drone technology and communication systems, and increased collaborations and partnerships.

The growth of the commercial sector is expected to drive the expansion of the drone market in the coming years. The commercial sector encompasses businesses and industries that generate profit by selling and distributing goods and services. Factors contributing to the expansion of this sector include the increasing interconnectedness of global markets, evolving consumer preferences, rising disposable incomes, access to venture capital and private equity, as well as regulatory reforms. Drones provide significant benefits to the commercial sector by enhancing efficiency and reducing costs in tasks such as inspections and deliveries, while also facilitating improved data collection and enhancing safety in hazardous environments. For example, in May 2024, the UK Parliament reported that the number of private sector businesses in the UK reached 5.6 million in January 2023, representing a 0.8% increase compared to 2022. Thus, the expansion of the commercial sector is fueling the growth of the drone market.

Major players in the drone industry are concentrating on developing advanced technological solutions, such as all-in-one drone systems, to enhance operational efficiency and offer versatile applications across different sectors. An all-in-one drone system integrates multiple functionalities, including flight control, cameras, sensors, and software, into a single comprehensive solution for various uses. For example, in October 2023, Verge Aero, a US-based drone manufacturer, introduced the Verge Aero X7 drone. This state-of-the-art drone is designed to elevate the aerial entertainment industry with its advanced hardware and software features. The X7 aims to simplify the production of drone shows, making it more accessible for individuals and organizations to create displays of various complexities. Equipped with advanced GPS capabilities, quick-charging batteries, and improved weather resistance, the X7 delivers reliable performance under diverse conditions. Additionally, Verge Aero provides a complete starter package that includes fifty drones and full software access, reinforcing its dedication to making drone technology more accessible to a broader audience.

In May 2024, Airbus SE, an aircraft manufacturing company based in the Netherlands, acquired Aerovel Corporation for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition is part of Airbus's strategy to enhance its tactical unmanned aerial systems portfolio and leverage opportunities in the U.S. military and civilian markets, including the Pentagon's Replicator program, which focuses on cost-effective drone deployment and improved defense interoperability. Aerovel, a U.S.-based company, is known for its expertise in developing and manufacturing small, long-endurance unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Major companies operating in the drones market are Sony Group Corporation, Lockheed Martin Corporation, Intel Corporation, BAE Systems plc, Leonardo S.p.A., Textron Inc., Northrop Grumman Corporation, Elbit Systems Ltd., Saab AB, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc., FLIR Systems Inc., AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc., SZ DJI Technology Co. Ltd., Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Inc., Insitu Inc., Yuneec International Co. Ltd., AeroVironment Inc., Autel Robotics Co. Ltd., Parrot Drones SAS, Microdrones GmbH, Aereon Group LLC, Skydio Inc., Delair SAS, Terra Drone Corporation, PrecisionHawk Inc., EHang Holdings Limited

North America was the largest region in the drones market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the drones market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

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

The drones market consists of sales of camera drones, agricultural drones, delivery drones, and racing drones. 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.

Drones Global Market Report 2024 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses on 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, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:

The impact of sanctions, supply chain disruptions, and altered demand for goods and services due to the Russian Ukraine war, impacting various macro-economic factors and parameters in the Eastern European region and its subsequent effect on global markets.

The impact of higher inflation in many countries and the resulting spike in interest rates.

The continued but declining impact of COVID-19 on supply chains and consumption patterns.

Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth. It covers the growth trajectory of COVID-19 for all regions, key developed countries and major emerging markets.
The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.

Scope

Markets Covered:1) By Type: Rotary Blade; Fixed Wing; Hybrid
2) By Propulsion Type: Heat Engine; Electrical Engine; Jet Engines; Other Propulsion Types
3) By Application: Industrial; Terrestrial Imagery And Mapping; Precision Agriculture; Inspection And Monitoring; Other Applications
4) End User: Agriculture; Construction And Infrastructure Industry; Media And Entertainment; Logistics And Transportation; Defense And Military; Others End Users
Companies Mentioned: Sony Group Corporation; Lockheed Martin Corporation; Intel Corporation; BAE Systems plc; Leonardo S.p.A.
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; 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,
Data segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
Delivery format: PDF, Word and Excel Data Dashboard.

Product Code: r20558

1. Executive Summary

2. Drones Market Characteristics

3. Drones Market Trends And Strategies

4. Drones Market - Macro Economic Scenario

4.1. Impact Of High Inflation On The Market
4.2. Ukraine-Russia War Impact On The Market
4.3. COVID-19 Impact On The Market

5. Global Drones Market Size and Growth

5.1. Global Drones Market Drivers and Restraints
- 5.1.1. Drivers Of The Market
- 5.1.2. Restraints Of The Market
5.2. Global Drones Historic Market Size and Growth, 2018 - 2023, Value ($ Billion)
5.3. Global Drones Forecast Market Size and Growth, 2023 - 2028, 2033F, Value ($ Billion)

6. Drones Market Segmentation

6.1. Global Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
Rotary Blade
Fixed Wing
Hybrid
6.2. Global Drones Market, Segmentation By Propulsion Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
Heat Engine
Electrical Engine
Jet Engines
Other Propulsion Types
6.3. Global Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
Industrial
Terrestrial Imagery And Mapping
Precision Agriculture
Inspection And Monitoring
Other Applications
6.4. Global Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
Agriculture
Construction And Infrastructure Industry
Media And Entertainment
Logistics And Transportation
Defense And Military
Others End Users

7. Drones Market Regional And Country Analysis

7.1. Global Drones Market, Split By Region, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
7.2. Global Drones Market, Split By Country, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

8. Asia-Pacific Drones Market

8.1. Asia-Pacific Drones Market Overview
Region Information, Impact Of COVID-19, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
8.2. Asia-Pacific Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
8.3. Asia-Pacific Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
8.4. Asia-Pacific Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

9. China Drones Market

9.1. China Drones Market Overview
9.2. China Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F,$ Billion
9.3. China Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F,$ Billion
9.4. China Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F,$ Billion

10. India Drones Market

10.1. India Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
10.2. India Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
10.3. India Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

11. Japan Drones Market

11.1. Japan Drones Market Overview
11.2. Japan Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
11.3. Japan Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
11.4. Japan Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

12. Australia Drones Market

12.1. Australia Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
12.2. Australia Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
12.3. Australia Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

13. Indonesia Drones Market

13.1. Indonesia Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
13.2. Indonesia Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
13.3. Indonesia Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

14. South Korea Drones Market

14.1. South Korea Drones Market Overview
14.2. South Korea Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
14.3. South Korea Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
14.4. South Korea Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

15. Western Europe Drones Market

15.1. Western Europe Drones Market Overview
15.2. Western Europe Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
15.3. Western Europe Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
15.4. Western Europe Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

16. UK Drones Market

16.1. UK Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
16.2. UK Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
16.3. UK Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

17. Germany Drones Market

17.1. Germany Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
17.2. Germany Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
17.3. Germany Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

18. France Drones Market

18.1. France Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
18.2. France Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
18.3. France Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

19. Italy Drones Market

19.1. Italy Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
19.2. Italy Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
19.3. Italy Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

20. Spain Drones Market

20.1. Spain Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
20.2. Spain Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
20.3. Spain Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

21. Eastern Europe Drones Market

21.1. Eastern Europe Drones Market Overview
21.2. Eastern Europe Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
21.3. Eastern Europe Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
21.4. Eastern Europe Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

22. Russia Drones Market

22.1. Russia Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
22.2. Russia Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
22.3. Russia Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

23. North America Drones Market

23.1. North America Drones Market Overview
23.2. North America Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
23.3. North America Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
23.4. North America Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

24. USA Drones Market

24.1. USA Drones Market Overview
24.2. USA Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
24.3. USA Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
24.4. USA Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

25. Canada Drones Market

25.1. Canada Drones Market Overview
25.2. Canada Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
25.3. Canada Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
25.4. Canada Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

26. South America Drones Market

26.1. South America Drones Market Overview
26.2. South America Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
26.3. South America Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
26.4. South America Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

27. Brazil Drones Market

27.1. Brazil Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
27.2. Brazil Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
27.3. Brazil Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

28. Middle East Drones Market

28.1. Middle East Drones Market Overview
28.2. Middle East Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
28.3. Middle East Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
28.4. Middle East Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

29. Africa Drones Market

29.1. Africa Drones Market Overview
29.2. Africa Drones Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
29.3. Africa Drones Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
29.4. Africa Drones Market, Segmentation End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

30. Drones Market Competitive Landscape And Company Profiles

30.1. Drones Market Competitive Landscape
30.2. Drones Market Company Profiles
- 30.2.1. Sony Group Corporation
  - 30.2.1.1. Overview
  - 30.2.1.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.1.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.1.4. Financial Performance
- 30.2.2. Lockheed Martin Corporation
  - 30.2.2.1. Overview
  - 30.2.2.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.2.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.2.4. Financial Performance
- 30.2.3. Intel Corporation
  - 30.2.3.1. Overview
  - 30.2.3.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.3.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.3.4. Financial Performance
- 30.2.4. BAE Systems plc
  - 30.2.4.1. Overview
  - 30.2.4.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.4.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.4.4. Financial Performance
- 30.2.5. Leonardo S.p.A.
  - 30.2.5.1. Overview
  - 30.2.5.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.5.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.5.4. Financial Performance

31. Drones Market Other Major And Innovative Companies

31.1. Textron Inc.
31.2. Northrop Grumman Corporation
31.3. Elbit Systems Ltd.
31.4. Saab AB
31.5. General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc.
31.6. FLIR Systems Inc.
31.7. AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc.
31.8. SZ DJI Technology Co. Ltd.
31.9. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Inc.
31.10. Insitu Inc.
31.11. Yuneec International Co. Ltd.
31.12. AeroVironment Inc.
31.13. Autel Robotics Co. Ltd.
31.14. Parrot Drones SAS
31.15. Microdrones GmbH

32. Global Drones Market Competitive Benchmarking

33. Global Drones Market Competitive Dashboard

34. Key Mergers And Acquisitions In The Drones Market

35. Drones Market Future Outlook and Potential Analysis

35.1 Drones Market In 2028 - Countries Offering Most New Opportunities
35.2 Drones Market In 2028 - Segments Offering Most New Opportunities
35.3 Drones Market In 2028 - Growth Strategies
- 35.3.1 Market Trend Based Strategies
- 35.3.2 Competitor Strategies

36. Appendix

36.1. Abbreviations
36.2. Currencies
36.3. Historic And Forecast Inflation Rates
36.4. Research Inquiries
36.5. The Business Research Company
36.6. Copyright And Disclaimer