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Europe Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market - Analysis and Forecast, 2023-2033

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  • 94 Pages
  • December 2023
  • Region: Europe
  • BIS Research
  • ID: 5917894
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Introduction to Europe Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market

The Europe ISR aircraft and drones market is estimated to reach $6.50 billion by 2033 from $3.51 billion in 2022, at a growth rate of 5.28% during the forecast period 2023-2033. Intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft and drones are at the cutting edge of modern military and strategic technology. In a variety of scenarios, these advanced technologies are designed to collect meaningful information, improve situational awareness, and aid decision-making processes. ISR aircraft are manned aircraft built for gathering intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance activities. They are frequently outfitted with cutting-edge sensors, image systems, and communication suites. Drones, also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), have altered ISR capabilities due to their ability to explore remote or dangerous locations while limiting human risk. ISR technology has been used in military operations, disaster assistance, border security, and even environmental monitoring. These underline the critical importance of information dominance in modern battle, as well as the growing influence of technology in molding the future of national security.

Market Introduction

The development of military technology and tactics is heavily influenced by the history and early days of intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft and drones. Aerial reconnaissance has been practiced since World War I, when early aviators flew over enemy positions with cameras in hand. However, it was not until World War II that ISR capabilities really took off. Cameras were previously fitted in classic aircraft such as the Lockheed P-38 Lightning and the Supermarine Spitfire to collect critical imagery for intelligence purposes. In the postwar era, the advent of jet propulsion and superior sensors resulted in the development of specialist reconnaissance aircraft such as the U-2 and the SR-71 Blackbird. These high-altitude, high-speed vehicles transformed information collection during the Cold War.

Now fast forward to the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries, the introduction of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or drones has altered ISR. Remotely piloted aircraft, such as the Predator and Global Hawk, provide constant surveillance and have played critical roles in modern conflicts and terrorist activities. Today, ISR is advancing with the incorporation of cutting-edge technology, such as artificial intelligence, which improves the capacity to acquire essential intelligence in more complex and dynamic global situations.

Market Segmentation:

Segmentation 1: by Platform

  • Military Aircraft
  • Military Drones
  • Military Helicopters

Segmentation 2: by Component

  • Surveillance Systems
  • Communication Systems
  • Signal Intelligence (SIGINT) Systems
  • Software

Segmentation 3: by Country

  • U.K.
  • Germany
  • France
  • Russia
  • Rest-of-Europe

How can this report add value to an organization?

Product/Innovation Strategy: The product segment helps the reader understand the different types of products available for deployment and their potential globally. Moreover, the study provides the reader with a detailed understanding of the intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft and drones market by product on the basis of platform (ISR aircraft, ISR drones, and ISR helicopters), and by component (surveillance systems, communications systems, signal (SIGINT) systems, software, others).

Growth/Marketing Strategy: The Europe intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft and drones market has seen major development by key players operating in the market, such as business expansion, partnership, collaboration, and joint venture. The favored strategy for the companies has been merger and acquisition to strengthen their position in the intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft and drones market.

Competitive Strategy: Key players in the Europe intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft and drones market analyzed and profiled in the study involve major intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft and drones offering companies providing aircraft and drones for the purpose. Moreover, a detailed competitive benchmarking of the players operating in the intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft and drones market has been done to help the reader understand how players stack against each other, presenting a clear market landscape. Additionally, comprehensive competitive strategies such as partnerships, agreements, and collaborations will aid the reader in understanding the untapped revenue pockets in the market.

Key Market Players and Competition Synopsis

The companies that are profiled have been selected based on thorough secondary research, which includes analyzing company coverage, product portfolio, market penetration, and insights gathered from primary experts.

Key Companies Profiled:

  • BAE Systems
  • Dassault Aviation
  • QUANTUM-SYSTEMS GMBH
  • ISS Aerospace


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Table of Contents

Executive SummaryScope of the Study
1 Market
1.1 Industry Outlook
1.1.1 Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market: Overview
1.1.2 On-Going and Upcoming Projects
1.1.3 Future Technological Trends
1.1.3.1 Hypersonic ISR Aircraft
1.1.3.2 Manned-Unmanned Teaming (MUM-T)
1.1.4 Comparative Analysis of Various Military Aircraft and Drones
1.1.4.1 Military Aircraft
1.1.4.2 Military Drones
1.1.5 Value Chain Analysis
1.2 Business Dynamics
1.2.1 Business Drivers
1.2.1.1 Increasing UAV Adoption in Military Application
1.2.1.2 Increasing Multi-Domain Operations (MDO) in Defense Sector
1.2.1.3 Growing Threats from Asymmetric Warfare
1.2.2 Business Challenges
1.2.2.1 Challenges with Data Formats
1.2.2.2 Availability of Modern Systems for Air Penetration
1.2.2.3 Lack of Trained Personnel
1.2.3 Business Opportunities
1.2.3.1 AI and ML Integration
1.2.3.2 Adoption of C5ISR
1.2.4 Business Strategies
1.2.4.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, Agreements and Contracts
1.2.4.2 Market Developments
2 Region
2.1 Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market (by Region)
2.2 Europe
2.2.1 Market
2.2.1.1 Key Manufacturers in Europe
2.2.1.2 Business Drivers
2.2.1.3 Business Challenges
2.2.2 Product
2.2.2.1 Europe Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market (by Component)
2.2.2.2 Europe Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market (by Platform)
2.2.3 Europe (by Country)
2.2.3.1 U.K.
2.2.3.1.1 Market
2.2.3.1.1.1 Key Manufacturers in the U.K.
2.2.3.1.2 Product
2.2.3.1.2.1 U.K. Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market (by Platform)
2.2.3.2 France
2.2.3.2.1 Market
2.2.3.2.1.1 Key Manufacturers in France
2.2.3.2.2 Product
2.2.3.2.2.1 France Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market (by platform)
2.2.3.3 Germany
2.2.3.3.1 Market
2.2.3.3.1.1 Key Manufacturers in Germany
2.2.3.3.2 Product
2.2.3.3.2.1 Germany Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market (by Platform)
2.2.3.4 Russia
2.2.3.4.1 Market
2.2.3.4.1.1 Key Manufacturers in Russia
2.2.3.4.2 Product
2.2.3.4.2.1 Russia Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market (by Platform)
2.2.3.5 Rest-of-Europe
2.2.3.5.1 Product
2.2.3.5.1.1 Rest-of-Europe Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market (by Platform)
3 Markets - Competitive Benchmarking & Company Profiles
3.1 Competitive Benchmarking
3.2 BAE Systems
3.2.1 Company Overview
3.2.1.1 Role of BAE Systems in the Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market
3.2.1.2 Product Portfolio
3.2.2 Business Strategies
3.2.2.1 Market Development
3.2.3 Corporate Strategies
3.2.3.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, Agreements, and Contracts
3.2.4 Analyst View
3.3 Dassault Aviation
3.3.1 Company Overview
3.3.1.1 Role of Dassault Aviation in the Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market
3.3.1.2 Product Portfolio
3.3.2 Corporate Strategies
3.3.2.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, Agreements, Investments, and Contracts
3.3.3 Analyst View
3.4 QUANTUM-SYSTEMS GMBH
3.4.1 Company Overview
3.4.1.1 Role of QUANTUM-SYSTEMS GMBH in the Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market
3.4.1.2 Product Portfolio
3.4.2 Corporate Strategies
3.4.2.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, Agreements and Contracts
3.4.3 Business Strategies
3.4.3.1 Market Development
3.4.4 Analyst View
3.5 ISS Aerospace
3.5.1 Company Overview
3.5.1.1 Role of ISS Aerospace in the Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market
3.5.1.2 Product Portfolio
3.5.2 Corporate Strategies
3.5.2.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, Agreements and Contracts
3.5.3 Business Strategies
3.5.3.1 Market Development
3.5.4 Analyst View
3.6 Other Key Players
3.7 Startups
4 Research Methodology
4.1 Factors for Data Prediction and Modeling
List of Figures
Figure 1: Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market, $Billion, 2022-2033
Figure 2: Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market, Units, 2022-2033
Figure 3: Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market (by Platform), $Billion, 2022 and 2033
Figure 4: Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market (by Military Aircraft), $Billion, 2022 and 2033
Figure 5: Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market (by Military Drones), $Billion, 2022 and 2033
Figure 6: Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market (by Component), $Billion, 2022 and 2033
Figure 7: Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market (by Region), $Billion, 2033
Figure 8: Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market, Value Chain
Figure 9: Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market, Business Dynamics
Figure 10: Share of Key Business Strategies and Development, January 2020- August 2023
Figure 11: Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market, Competitive Benchmarking, 2022
Figure 12: Research Methodology
Figure 13: Top-Down and Bottom-Up Approach
Figure 14: Assumptions and Limitations
List of Tables
Table 1: Comparative Analysis of Various Military Aircraft
Table 2: Comparative Analysis of Various Military Drones
Table 3: Category of ISR Platform Manufacturers
Table 4: ISR Platform Manufacturers Developments
Table 5: Category of Payload Facilitators
Table 6: Partnerships, Collaborations, Agreements and Contracts, January 2020-August 2023
Table 7: Market Developments, January 2020- August 2023
Table 8: Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market (by Region), $Billion, 2022-2033
Table 9: Europe Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market (by Component), $Billion, 2022-2033
Table 10: Europe Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market (by Platform), $Billion, 2022-2033
Table 11: Europe Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market, (by Platform), Units, 2022-2033
Table 12: U.K. Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market (by Platform), $Billion, 2022-2033
Table 13: U.K. Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market, (by Platform), Units, 2022-2033
Table 14: France Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market (by Platform), $Billion, 2022-2033
Table 15: France Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market, (by Platform), Units, 2022-2033
Table 16: Germany Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market (by Platform), $Billion, 2022-2033
Table 17: Germany Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market, (by Platform), Units, 2022-2033
Table 18: Russia Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market (by Platform), $Billion, 2022-2033
Table 19: Russia Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market, (by Platform), Units, 2022-2033
Table 20: Rest-of-Europe Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market (by Platform), $Billion, 2022-2033
Table 21: Rest-of-Europe Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft and Drones Market (by Platform), Units, 2022-2033
Table 22: Benchmarking and Weightage Parameters
Table 23: BAE Systems: Product Portfolio
Table 24: BAE Systems: Market Development
Table 25: BAE Systems: Partnerships, Collaborations, Agreements, and Contracts
Table 26: Dassault Aviation: Product Portfolio
Table 27: Dassault Aviation: Partnerships, Collaborations, Agreements, Investments, and Contracts
Table 28: QUANTUM-SYSTEMS GMBH: Product Portfolio
Table 29: QUANTUM-SYSTEMS GMBH: Partnerships, Collaborations, Agreements and Contracts
Table 30: QUANTUM-SYSTEMS GMBH: Market Development
Table 31: ISS Aerospace: Product Portfolio
Table 32: ISS Aerospace: Partnerships, Collaborations, Agreements and Contracts
Table 33: ISS Aerospace: Market Development

Companies Mentioned

  • BAE Systems
  • Dassault Aviation
  • QUANTUM-SYSTEMS GMBH
  • ISS Aerospace

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