Counter-IED Market Report 2026

The counter-ied market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $1.42 billion in 2025 to $1.46 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased deployment of counter-IED jammers due to rising insurgency threats, adoption of remotely operated towed vehicles to enhance standoff detection capabilities, growth in military and peacekeeping operations driving procurement of counter-IED systems, technological advances in RF shielding solutions improving identification and disruption of IEDs, expansion of defense modernization programs supporting integration of counter-IED equipment.

The counter-ied market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.59 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for counter-UAS RF shield systems to address drone-enabled IED threats, increasing focus on autonomous and semi-autonomous counter-IED platforms enhancing operational efficiency, expanding investment in advanced electronic warfare technologies strengthening IED disruption capabilities, growth in urban warfare preparedness driving adoption of compact and mobile counter-IED systems, ongoing defense spending increases supporting long-term procurement of next-generation counter-IED solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of vehicle-mounted ied detection systems, integration of counter-uas rf shield technologies, development of remotely operated towed vehicles, expansion of homeland security deployment programs, upgradation of airborne and handheld detection devices.

The increase in military spending is expected to propel the growth of the counter-IED market going forward. Military spending refers to a country’s allocation of funds toward defense measures and resources, including investments in armed forces and peacekeeping operations, encompassing both current and capital expenditures. Counter-IED equipment is used as part of broader counterterrorism, counterinsurgency, or law enforcement efforts to detect explosives and precursor components from a distance and neutralize improvised explosive devices (IEDs). For instance, in October 2025, according to the UK Parliament's House of Commons Library, a UK-based government administration, defense spending outlined in the 2025 Spending Review is projected to total USD 83.3 billion (£62.2 billion) in 2025/26, rising to USD 98.2 billion (£73.5 billion) in 2028/29, reflecting an annual average real-terms growth rate of 3.8% over this period. Therefore, the increase in military spending is driving the growth of the counter-IED market.

Major players in the counter-IED market are directing their efforts toward the development of innovative solutions, exemplified by offerings such as C-Guard Microsystems. The introduction of manpack counter-IED devices, portable or wearable systems designed for countering IEDs, is a notable trend in this market. In November 2023, Netline Communications Technologies Ltd, an Israel-based electronic countermeasures manufacturing company, announced the launch of 'C-Guard Modular Manpack.' This Electronic Warfare (EW) system is tailored to address challenges posed by IEDs and adversarial drones, featuring comprehensive jamming capabilities in a compact and portable design suitable for military and law enforcement applications.

In September 2024, BAE Systems plc, a UK-based defense and aerospace company, acquired Kirintec Ltd for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, BAE Systems plc aims to strengthen its electronic warfare and force protection capabilities by integrating Kirintec Ltd’s expertise in cyber and electromagnetic activities, including counter-IED, counter-UAS, and electronic warfare solutions. This integration will enable BAE Systems to accelerate product development, deploy proven CEMA technologies across a broader range of platforms, enhance protection for personnel and military assets, and deliver integrated multi-domain solutions to UK and allied customers. Kirintec Ltd is a UK-based CEMA company specializing in safeguarding military platforms and personnel from cyber and electromagnetic threats, including counter-IED solutions.

Major companies operating in the counter-ied market are Raytheon Company, Lockheed Martin Corporation, General Dynamics Corporation, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Thales Group, L3Harris Technologies Inc., Leonardo SpA, BAE Systems Land & Armaments Inc., Oshkosh Defense LLC, Rheinmetall AG, Elbit Systems Inc., Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd., Saab AB, Sierra Nevada Corporation, QinetiQ Group plc, Mobility Engineering Technology, Chemring Group plc, SRC Inc., Safariland LLC, Navistar Defense LLC, NIMR Automotive LLC, ECA Group, Revision Military Inc., Allen-Vanguard Corporation, Cobham plc, ArmorSource LLC, Point Blank Enterprises Inc., Netline Communication Technologies.

North America was the largest region in the counter IED market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the counter-ied 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 affected the counter-IED market by increasing costs for imported electronic components, jamming devices, and robotic platforms. Vehicle-mounted and airborne detection systems, particularly in North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific, are most impacted due to reliance on global supply chains. While tariffs can raise production costs and slow adoption, they may encourage domestic manufacturing and technological innovation, supporting localized counter-IED solutions and strategic security readiness.

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Counter-IED (Improvised Explosive Device) systems are specialized equipment or devices, often installed on vehicles, intended to prevent, detect, and mitigate the risks posed by IEDs. These procedures are crucial for minimizing the threats posed by these unpredictable explosive devices.

The primary capabilities of counter-IED systems encompass detection and countermeasures. Detection involves the process of identifying the presence or absence of potential threats. These capabilities are deployed through various means, including vehicle-mounted, ship-mounted, and aircraft-mounted systems, along with handheld devices. They serve multiple applications in military and homeland security, aiming to identify and neutralize potential risks from IEDs.

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

The counter-IED market consists of sales of jammers, counter UAS RF Shield, and remotely-operated towed vehicles. 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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