Drone Light Shows Global Market Report 2024

The drone light shows market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $4.98 billion in 2023 to $5.89 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.1%. The growth observed in the historic period can be attributed to factors such as collaborations with the entertainment industry, the increasing prominence of event marketing, the hosting of global sporting events, the global expansion of the drone industry, and a heightened level of consumer awareness.

The drone light shows market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $12.45 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20.6%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to urbanization trends, an emphasis on customization and personalization, the rise of dronertainment companies, cultural celebrations and festivals, and the emergence of 5G networks. Major trends expected in this period include AI-generated choreography, the integration of virtual reality, the incorporation of health and safety features, space-based drone shows, and integration with smart cities.

The increasing utilization of drone light shows for social media and movie promotions is expected to drive the growth of the drone light show market in the coming years. Drone light shows provide a sustainable alternative for illuminating the night sky, offering a noise-free and environmentally friendly solution. These drone fleets can be employed at various events, contributing to their popularity. Movie producers are particularly drawn to the captivating spectacle of drone light shows and are leveraging them as promotional tools on various social media platforms. A notable example is Amazon's Prime Video, which in April 2022 utilized 500 drones to orchestrate a karaoke show over Rome as a unique promotional stunt for its original movie "Laura Pausini: Piacere di concerti." Additionally, Cartoon Network employed a drone light show in November 2021, featuring a 3D animation of the legendary futurist concept known as the black lotus, to promote its debut show, Blade Runner. This increasing trend of incorporating drone light shows in social media and movie promotions is a significant driver propelling the growth of the drone light show market.

The increasing demand for eco-friendly alternatives to fireworks is expected to be a significant driver for the growth of the drone light show market in the future. Eco-friendly alternatives are products or practices that aim to have a lower environmental impact, promoting sustainability. These alternatives often utilize a clean-burning, nitrogen-based fuel, eliminating the need for perchlorate oxidizers and reducing smoke production. Concerns related to pollution from traditional pyrotechnics and their environmental effects have led to a rising preference for drone light shows as an eco-conscious alternative. Governments around the world are implementing policies to discourage the use of traditional fireworks, further contributing to the popularity of drone light shows. These digital pyrotechnics, consisting of flying pixels, offer a non-polluting, recyclable, and environmentally friendly way to creatively animate the sky, conveying stories without the environmental drawbacks associated with traditional fireworks. For instance, in March 2022, a report by McKinsey & Company highlighted the growing trend of drone deliveries, with more than 2,000 drone deliveries occurring daily worldwide. This growth is projected to reach close to 1.5 million deliveries in 2022, showcasing the increasing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives. Thus, the rising preference for environmentally friendly options over traditional fireworks is a key factor propelling the growth of the drone light show market.

Major players in the drone light show market are actively pursuing strategic partnerships to enhance their service offerings and provide reliable solutions to customers. Strategic partnerships involve collaborations between two or more companies or organizations, working together to achieve their respective goals. An illustrative example is the partnership established in January 2021 between SKY MAGIC, a leading Singapore-based drone light show company, and Jack Morton Worldwide, a global brand experience agency based in the United States. Together with the Mayor of London's office, they collaborated to develop and orchestrate an innovative light show in London that celebrated diverse cultural heritage in the New Year. SKY MAGIC utilized an impressive fleet of 300 drones equipped with innovative fireworks and lighting to create a 10-minute show designed for home viewing. The dedicated team of experts contributed to an extraordinary experience, showcasing the potential of strategic partnerships in delivering impactful and memorable drone light shows.

Strategic partnerships are crucial for companies in the drone light show market to deliver reliable services to customers. These partnerships involve collaborative arrangements between two or more companies or organizations, working together to achieve common goals. An example of this is the partnership formed in February 2023 between DroneAcharya Aerial Innovations, an India-based end-to-end data solution provider, and Studio Trika, an India-based post-production studio. This collaboration aims to fuse cutting-edge drone technology with artistic creativity, paving the way for the development of an entirely new genre of entertainment. By combining Studio Trika's creative talents with DroneAcharya's technical expertise in drones, the collaboration seeks to provide clients with distinctive and innovative experiences. Such strategic partnerships demonstrate the industry's commitment to leveraging diverse skills and resources to enhance the quality and impact of drone light shows for customers.

In July 2022, Nova Sky Stories, a US-based company specializing in drone technology, drone art, and drone light shows, successfully acquired Intel Drone Light Shows for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition encompasses the integration of 9,000 Intel light drones, renowned for their use in major events such as the Olympics and Super Bowl halftime shows. As a result of this acquisition, the team at Nova Sky Stories has expanded to include individuals who were previously part of the Intel Drones workforce. Intel Drone Light Shows, also based in the US, is involved in the development of software designed for creating drone light shows. This strategic acquisition positions Nova Sky Stories to capitalize on the expertise and technology gained from Intel Drone Light Shows, reinforcing its capabilities in the dynamic field of drone light displays.

Major companies operating in the drone light shows market report are Intel Corporation, Vimdrones Inc Limited, Dronisos SA, Geoscan Group, Pixel Rain Digital Ltd., TAIT Towers Inc., EHang Holdings Limited, Airworks LLC, Flock Limited, Shenzhen Zero UAV Tech Co. Ltd. (Zerotech), Verge Aero Inc., Firefly Drone Shows LLC, X-Laser LLC, HighGreat Technology Co. Ltd., BotLab Dynamics Inc., Sky Elements Drones S.L., Skymagic Global Ltd., SPH Engineering Limited, CollMot Entertainment Kft., Cyberdrone Drone Shows Ltd., Open Sky Productions Pte. Ltd., The BLINK Entertainment Ltd., Drone Light Show Company LLC, FlightShows Inc., Flyby Guys LLC, Shenzhen RYZE Tech Co. Ltd., DJI Technology Co. Ltd., Verity Studios AG, Airstage GmbH, Drona Aviation Pvt Ltd, KMel Robotics LLC, MicroMultiCopter Aero Technology Co. Ltd., Quantum Systems GmbH, Skydio Inc., Volocopter GmbH.

North America was the largest region in the drone light shows market share in 2023. The regions covered in the drone light shows market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the drone light shows market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Drone lighting encompasses various types, including drone formations, animated sculptures, drone-launched fireworks, and light paintings. Drone formations are employed for recording events, displaying 3D animations, assisting farmers in field inspections, and locating lost hikers. These drones operate in different modes - remotely operated, semi-autonomous, and autonomous - serving diverse applications such as exhibitions, cultural performances, tourist attractions, teaching research, and more.

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The drone light shows market includes revenues earned by entities by providing light shows that include indoor drone light shows and outdoor drone light shows. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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.