Search and Rescue (SAR) Equipment Market Report 2026

The search and rescue (sar) equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $93.72 billion in 2025 to $99.48 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing deployment of SAR equipment during natural disasters and large-scale emergencies, growth in government spending on emergency response infrastructure, advancements in medical and logistics equipment used in field rescue operations, rising adoption of portable and ruggedized tools for difficult terrain conditions, expansion of international humanitarian missions requiring standardized SAR capabilities.

The search and rescue (sar) equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $122.72 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing demand for technologically advanced SAR equipment with enhanced detection and communication functions, increasing investment in rapid-response logistics systems to improve rescue efficiency, development of lightweight and ergonomic medical equipment for field operations, rising emphasis on multi-agency interoperability in disaster-response planning, expansion of training and modernization programs to upgrade national SAR inventories. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of advanced life-saving medical equipment, development of portable and lightweight rescue tools, use of multi-platform deployment (air, land, marine), enhanced real-time communication for coordination, advanced risk assessment and incident planning systems.

The rise in terrorism and insurgency is expected to drive the growth of the search and rescue equipment market in the future. Terrorism is seen as a method for achieving political objectives, while insurgency represents a political movement with a specific goal. The increase in terrorism and insurgency leads to direct economic destruction of property and lives, as well as indirect impacts on the economy through xenophobia, decreased tourism, market uncertainty, and higher insurance claims. For example, in 2023, according to Vision of Humanity, an Australia-based non-governmental organization, the US accounted for 76% of terrorism-related fatalities among Western democracies, coinciding with a 15-year low in incident rates. Moreover, in 2022, the Islamic State (IS) and its affiliates continued to be the deadliest terrorist group globally for the eighth consecutive year, conducting attacks in 21 countries. Consequently, the rise in terrorism and insurgency is driving the growth of the search and rescue equipment market moving forward.

Leading companies in the search and rescue equipment market involves the development of multi-functional rescue tools to sustain their market position. These tools are versatile devices equipped to assist in various emergency situations, combining functionalities such as cutting, prying, and glass-breaking capabilities. For instance, in April 2023, Holmatro introduced T1, an all-in-one forcible entry tool for rescue operations. This multi-functional and weight-optimized tool, operable by a single person, consolidates the features of an extensive breaching kit into a single, compact device. The Holmatro T1 offers cutting, spreading, lifting, wedging, ramming, and hammering capabilities, making it an efficient all-in-one solution for diverse emergency scenarios.

In November 2024, Signia Aerospace, a US-based portfolio company of Arcline Investment Management, acquired Goodrich Hoist & Winch for an undisclosed amount. With this acquisition, Signia Aerospace aims to strengthen its search-and-rescue (SAR) and human-external-cargo (HEC) mission capabilities by incorporating Goodrich’s widely used helicopter rescue hoists and aircraft cargo winches into its Mission Systems business unit. This integration expands Signia’s portfolio of safety-critical, mission-specific aerospace equipment. Goodrich Hoist & Winch is a US-based manufacturer specializing in helicopter rescue hoists and aircraft cargo winches.

Major companies operating in the search and rescue (sar) equipment market are Aeromarine Srt, Cubic Corporation, Elbit Systems Ltd, Garmin Ltd., Honeywell International Inc., RTX Corporation, Airborne Systems North America Inc., CMC Rescue Inc., Cascade Rescue Company, Angloco Ltd., Weber Rescue Systems, SAR Products Ltd., General Dynamics Corporation, Leonardo, Textron Systems, Thales Group, Viking Life-Saving Equipment, Mustang Survival, Survitec Group Limited, Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA, Cobham plc, BAE Systems plc, L3Harris Technologies Inc., FLIR Systems Inc., Harken Inc., Epik Medical Group, Rock Exotica, Skylotec GmbH, Leader Electronics Corporation.

North America was the largest region in the search and rescue (SAR) equipment market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the search and rescue (sar) equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

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 on specialized SAR equipment, medical devices, and high-tech communication tools have increased manufacturing costs and caused delays in supply chains. Regions like North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, which are major manufacturing and deployment hubs, are particularly affected. However, these tariffs have also promoted domestic production, encouraged local innovation, and improved resilience in sourcing critical SAR equipment, benefiting long-term operational readiness and market growth.

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Search and rescue (SAR) equipment is utilized to find individuals trapped during search and rescue missions for those injured in accidents, fires, and other emergency situations. This equipment is employed by rescue teams to improve the efficiency and safety of operations in difficult environments, such as during natural disasters or accidents.

The primary categories of search and rescue (SAR) equipment encompass rescue equipment, search equipment, communication equipment, technical equipment, planning equipment, and other miscellaneous equipment. Rescue equipment is specifically designed for the extraction and assistance of individuals during emergencies. The platforms for deploying this equipment include airborne, marine, and ground-based scenarios, applied across different contexts like combat SAR, urban SAR, and industrial settings.

The countries covered in the search and rescue (sar) equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The search and rescue (SAR) equipment market consists of sales of medical equipment and logistics equipment. 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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