Safety and Security Drones Market Report 2026

The safety and security drones market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $2.57 billion in 2025 to $3.09 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising adoption of drones for law enforcement and public safety operations, advancements in camera and thermal imaging technologies, increasing use of drones for disaster response and search and rescue missions, government initiatives promoting surveillance and border security, growth in infrastructure inspection and monitoring using UAVs.

The safety and security drones market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.44 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to integration of AI and machine learning for autonomous surveillance and threat detection, expanding applications in event security and crowd monitoring, rising deployment of drones with advanced obstacle avoidance and navigation systems, increasing demand for communication-enabled drones for real-time data transmission, development of multi-sensor payloads for comprehensive environmental and security monitoring. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of ai-based surveillance and monitoring systems, adoption of autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance technologies, expansion of drone-based emergency response and disaster management services, increasing demand for modular payloads and sensor systems, focus on reliability and resilience of drones in harsh environmental conditions.

The growing risk of security incidents is expected to drive the growth of the safety and security drones market in the coming years. The rise in security threats across multiple sectors has supported the expansion of the security drone market. Drones provide advanced surveillance and monitoring capabilities, making them highly effective tools for addressing security-related challenges. Safety and security drones are deployed during security incidents to deliver specialized capabilities that improve situational awareness, mobility, and real-time aerial surveillance and monitoring. For instance, in April 2025, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), a US-based government agency, the number of cybercrime complaints increased to 859,532 in 2024, with reported losses surpassing $16 billion, representing a 33% rise compared to 2023. Therefore, the increasing threat of security incidents is driving the growth of the safety and security drones market.

Key players in the safety and security drone market are focused on developing innovative and advanced technological solutions to meet the increasing demand for enhanced security measures. One such solution is the eBee Vision, a cyber-secure unmanned aerial system (UAS), designed to enhance intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions. Launched by AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. in September 2023, the eBee Vision is equipped with sensor payloads capable of detecting, tracking, and geolocating objects in various conditions, offering up to 90 minutes of flight time. It is customized for defense and security requirements, featuring a live HD video feed, thermal sensor, and operational flexibility, empowering drone operators to perform surveillance missions effectively, even in challenging conditions.

In July 2025, Versaterm Inc., a Canada-based software company, acquired DroneSense for an undisclosed sum. Through this acquisition, Versaterm aims to strengthen its public safety ecosystem by incorporating advanced drone-as-first-responder (DFR) capabilities, enhancing situational awareness and emergency response efficiency for law enforcement and first responders. DroneSense Inc., based in the U.S., provides software solutions focused on safety and security.

Major companies operating in the safety and security drones market are SZ DJI Technology Co Ltd, FLIR Systems Inc., GoPro Inc., Yuneec International Co.Ltd., Insitu Inc., Autel Robotics Inc., Parrot Drones SAS, Microdrones GmbH, Flyability, Dedrone Holdings, Delair, Scylla Technologies Inc., Ageagle Aerial Systems Inc., Azur Drones SAS, DroneShield Ltd, Chengdu JOUAV Automation, Kespry Inc., Tonner Drones SA, Elistair, Aerialtronics, ideaForge Technology Limited, Lorenz Technology ApS, Freefly Systems, Guangzhou EHang Intelligent Technology Co. Ltd, Aeryon Labs Inc., Action Drone Inc., FlytBase Inc., Airborne Response, Aria Insights Inc., ZenaDrone Inc.

North America was the largest region in the safety and security drones market in 2025. The regions covered in the safety and security drones 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 safety and security drones market by increasing the cost of imported components such as cameras, sensors, and communication systems, leading to higher production costs for drone manufacturers. Regions like Asia-Pacific and Europe, which are major hubs for drone manufacturing and exports, are particularly impacted. Segments like high-end surveillance and long-endurance drones face cost pressures, while tariffs have encouraged domestic manufacturing and local component sourcing. Positive effects include the acceleration of self-reliant production strategies and promotion of innovation in cost-effective drone technologies.

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Safety and security drones, also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), are equipped with diverse technologies aimed at enhancing safety and security measures across various contexts. These drones find applications in a wide array of scenarios, including surveillance, search and rescue operations, disaster response, law enforcement, border patrol, and infrastructure inspection.

The primary types of safety and security drones include fixed-wing drones, rotary drones, and others. Fixed-wing drones are UAVs characterized by their wing configuration, similar to traditional airplanes, which generate lift through the forward motion of the aircraft. These drones incorporate various hardware, software, and services and are utilized in various applications such as explosive detection and removal, firefighting, smart cities management, inspection and safety procedures, patrolling, surveillance operations, weather and climate analysis, among others. They serve a diverse range of end-users including agriculture, airports, colleges and universities, construction, forestry and logging, government agencies, and more.

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

The safety and security drones market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as law enforcement, surveillance and monitoring, emergency response, infrastructure inspection, event security, and environmental monitoring. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The safety and security drones market also includes sales of cameras, thermal imaging systems, GPS and navigation systems, obstacle avoidance sensors, communication systems, payloads, and accessories. 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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