Military Displays Market Report 2026

The military displays market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $1.26 billion in 2025 to $1.32 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising deployment of military display panels for situational awareness and mission monitoring, increased adoption of ruggedized micro and small displays for soldier-worn and vehicle-mounted systems, growth in modernization programs upgrading legacy command center display technologies, advancements in LCD and LED display technologies improving brightness and durability, expansion of tactical operation centers requiring large and high-resolution display units.

The military displays market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.62 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing demand for lightweight and high-durability displays for next-generation military platforms, increasing integration of augmented reality and heads-up display technologies in soldier systems, expansion of network-centric warfare driving need for real-time data visualization displays, rising investment in advanced OLED and micro-LED technologies offering enhanced clarity and resilience, development of modular and scalable display systems adaptable to varied mission environments. Major trends in the forecast period include lightweight and rugged military displays, high-resolution and high-brightness panels, touchscreen and interactive displays, multi-function and integrated display systems, compact micro and small-sized panels.

The growing use of drones in the armed forces is expected to propel the growth of the military display market going forward. Drones in the armed forces are increasingly deployed for reconnaissance, surveillance, and combat missions, enhancing operational efficiency while reducing risks to personnel. The armed forces are relying more on drones for surveillance and strike operations, providing real-time intelligence and precise targeting while minimizing threats to human lives in hostile environments. Military displays integrated into drones offer operators real-time visual data, supporting improved situational awareness, target recognition, and mission oversight during reconnaissance, surveillance, and combat activities. For instance, in May 2023, according to the UK drone survey of 2,000 adults conducted by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), a UK-based government authority responsible for aviation safety and regulatory compliance, military drone usage across the UK increased to 48% in 2023 compared to the previous five years. Therefore, the rising deployment of drones in the armed forces is driving the growth of the military display market.

Prominent players within the military display market are increasingly adopting a strategic partnership approach to explore the production of crucial guided weapon components. These strategic collaborations involve leveraging respective strengths and resources to achieve mutual benefits and success. For instance, in November 2023, Aerojet Rocketdyne Inc. announced a collaboration with the NIOA Group, focusing on Aerojet Rocketdyne's future assembly and manufacturing of rocket motors, boosters, and warheads for weapons. This partnership aligns with Australia's Guided Weaponry and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO) Enterprise, fulfilling vital munitions requirements and demonstrating NIOA Group's commitment to meeting Australia's armament needs.

In February 2025, HENSOLDT, a Germany-based provider of military displays, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Samtel Avionics for the co-production of avionics products in India. Through this strategic partnership, HENSOLDT aims to expand its presence in the Indian defense sector by enhancing indigenous manufacturing capabilities and supporting the “Make in India” initiative via localized production of advanced avionics systems. Samtel Avionics is an India-based provider of high-technology avionics systems, displays, and ruggedized electronic solutions for military and aerospace applications.

Major companies operating in the military displays market are BAE Systems PLC, Lockheed Martin Corporation, Thales Group, L3Harris Technologies Inc., Elbit Systems Limited, General Digital Corporation, Aselsan AS, Curtiss-Wright Corporation, Advanced Embedded Solutions Limited, Crystal Group Inc., Hatteland Technology AS, Neuro Logic Systems Inc., Winmate Inc., CP Technologies LLC, Zmicro Inc., Xenarc Technologies Corporation, Leonardo SpA, Milcots LLC, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Honeywell International Inc., Esterline Technologies Corporation, Saab AB, Barco NV, General Dynamics Corporation, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Garmin Ltd., FLIR Systems Inc., Vartech Systems Inc., Planar Systems Inc., EIZO Corporation, IEE Inc., Avidyne Corporation, AMLCD Inc.

North America was the largest region in the military displays market in 2025. Europe was the second-largest region in the military displays market. The regions covered in the military displays 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 have influenced the military display market by raising the cost of imported display panels, microdisplays, and advanced HUD/MFD systems, particularly impacting airborne, naval, and land platforms in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. While tariffs have increased procurement costs and slowed deployment, they have encouraged domestic production, incentivized innovation in display technologies, and fostered the development of locally manufactured, high-performance military display solutions.

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Military displays represent sophisticated electronic devices utilized by armed forces, offering lightweight solutions for critical military monitoring operations. These devices come in various sizes, with larger displays commonly deployed in tactical operation centers to cater to specific applications within military operations.

The spectrum of military displays, two primary categories prevail such as smart displays and conventional displays. Smart displays are instrumental in monitoring and facilitating advanced military operations. They encompass electronic devices featuring embedded processors, rugged LCD panels, and sealed switches, providing interactive computing capabilities in battlefield settings. Leveraging technologies like LED, LCD, AMOLED, and OLED, these displays come in various forms include micro displays, small to medium-sized panels, and large panels - catering to diverse end-users across naval, airborne, and land-based operations.

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

The military display market consists of sales of micro, small, and medium-sized military display panels for monitoring purposes. 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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