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South & Central America Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Forecast to 2031 - Regional Analysis - by Component and End Use

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  • 80 Pages
  • March 2025
  • The Insight Partners
  • ID: 6092473
The South & Central America airport runway FOD detection systems market was valued at US$ 9.77 million in 2023 and is expected to reach US$ 14.92 million by 2031; it is estimated to register a CAGR of 5.4% from 2023 to 2031.

Rising Popularity of Smart Airports Fuels South & Central America Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market

The increasing inclination of government authorities toward smart airports boosts the demand for the implementation of smart systems on airport premises. The increasing popularity of smart airports presents a significant opportunity for the market of foreign object debris (FOD) detection systems. As airports around the world adopt smart technologies to enhance operational efficiency, improve the passenger experience, and strengthen safety protocols, there is a rising demand for advanced FOD detection solutions. Smart airports streamline operations by incorporating digital technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), automation, and real-time data analytics.

This makes them more responsive to safety threats, including foreign object debris on runways. In smart airports, FOD detection systems are increasingly integrated with other automated systems, such as runway management, weather monitoring, and aircraft maintenance platforms, creating a unified approach to airport safety. The use of AI and machine learning algorithms in these systems allows for more precise detection of even the smallest debris, significantly reducing the risk of runway accidents. Additionally, smart airports can benefit from real-time data transmission, enabling rapid responses and minimizing disruptions to flight schedules.

As more airports pursue digital transformation and aim to meet higher safety standards, the demand for innovative and automated FOD detection technologies is expected to rise. This trend presents substantial growth opportunities for companies in the FOD detection market, particularly those offering scalable, efficient, and intelligent solutions tailored to the evolving needs of smart airports. Contactless services at smart airports contribute to enhanced passenger experiences. Thus, the growing focus on smart airports is anticipated to create lucrative opportunities for the growth of the airport runway FOD detection systems market during the forecast period.

South & Central America Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Overview

The aviation industry plays an important role in facilitating global connectivity and economic development. The demand for efficient and modern airport facilities has been on the rise across the globe. South America is undergoing notable aviation infrastructure expansion and developments to accommodate the region's growing air travel demands. As a result, airports in the region are witnessing an increase in aircraft movement. Brazil, Colombia, Argentina, Peru, Chile, and other countries in the region are engaged in the building and construction of airport infrastructure to cope with the expected rise in air passengers in the future.

For example, in 2023, the government of Colombia announced its plans to invest more than US$ 2.5 billion toward the modernization and expansion of five airports across the country. In addition, the terminal B expansion project at Punta Cana International Airport in the Dominican Republic, with an investment of US$ 290 million, was completed and began operation in July 2023 with flights from North America. Such airport expansion and development projects and a rise in investment toward the development of the new airports are expected to fuel the growth of the airport runway FOD detection systems market in South America during the forecast period.

South & Central America Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)

South & Central America Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Segmentation

The South & Central America airport runway FOD detection systems market is categorized into component, end use, and country.
  • Based on component, the South & Central America airport runway FOD detection systems market is bifurcated into hardware and services. The hardware segment held a larger South & Central America airport runway FOD detection systems market share in 2023.
  • In terms of end use, the South & Central America airport runway FOD detection systems market is bifurcated into military airport and civil airport. The civil airport segment held a larger South & Central America airport runway FOD detection systems market share in 2023.
  • By country, the South & Central America airport runway FOD detection systems market is segmented into Brazil, Argentina, and the Rest of South & Central America. Brazil dominated the South & Central America airport runway FOD detection systems market share in 2023.
Moog Inc, Rheinmetall AG, Thales SA, and Hitachi Ltd are some of the leading companies operating in South & Central America airport runway FOD detection systems market.

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction
1.1 Report Guidance
1.2 Market Segmentation
2. Executive Summary
2.1 Key Insights
2.2 Market Attractiveness
3. Research Methodology
3.1 Secondary Research
3.2 Primary Research
3.2.1 Hypothesis formulation:
3.2.2 Macro-economic factor analysis:
3.2.3 Developing base number:
3.2.4 Data Triangulation:
3.2.5 Country level data:
4. Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Landscape
4.1 Overview
4.2 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
4.3 Ecosystem Analysis
5. South & Central America Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Key Market Dynamics
5.1 Market Drivers
5.1.1 Surge in Construction of New Airport Terminals, Runways, Taxiways, and Hangars
5.1.2 Rigorous Government Regulations Regarding Aircraft Safety
5.1.3 Rise in Investments in New Military Airport Development
5.2 Market Restraints
5.2.1 High Cost of Development and Maintenance of FOD Detection Systems
5.3 Market Opportunities
5.3.1 Rising Popularity of Smart Airports
5.4 Future Trends
5.4.1 Artificial Intelligence-Driven FOD Detection Systems
5.4.2 UAVs with FOD Detection Systems for Defense Sector
5.5 Impact of Drivers and Restraints:
6. Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - South & Central America Market Analysis
6.1 Overview
6.2 South & Central America Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Revenue (US$ Million), 2021-2031
6.3 South & Central America Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Forecast Analysis
7. South & Central America Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Analysis - by Component
7.1 Hardware
7.1.1 Overview
7.1.2 Hardware: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
7.2 Services
7.2.1 Overview
7.2.2 Services: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
8. South & Central America Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Analysis - by End Use
8.1 Military Airport
8.1.1 Overview
8.1.2 Military Airport: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
8.2 Civil Airport
8.2.1 Overview
8.2.2 Civil Airport: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
9. South & Central America Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Country Analysis
9.1 South America
9.1.1 South America: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Breakdown, by Key Countries, 2023 and 2031 (%)
9.1.1.1 South America: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast Analysis - by Country
9.1.1.2 Brazil: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
9.1.1.2.1 Brazil: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Breakdown, by Component
9.1.1.2.2 Brazil: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Breakdown, by End Use
9.1.1.3 Argentina: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
9.1.1.3.1 Argentina: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Breakdown, by Component
9.1.1.3.2 Argentina: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Breakdown, by End Use
9.1.1.4 Rest of South America: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
9.1.1.4.1 Rest of South America: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Breakdown, by Component
9.1.1.4.2 Rest of South America: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Breakdown, by End Use
10. Competitive Landscape
10.1 Company Positioning & Concentration
11. Industry Landscape
11.1 Overview
11.2 Market Initiative
11.3 Product Development
12. Company Profiles
12.1 Moog Inc
12.1.1 Key Facts
12.1.2 Business Description
12.1.3 Products and Services
12.1.4 Financial Overview
12.1.5 SWOT Analysis
12.1.6 Key Developments
12.2 Rheinmetall AG
12.2.1 Key Facts
12.2.2 Business Description
12.2.3 Products and Services
12.2.4 Financial Overview
12.2.5 SWOT Analysis
12.2.6 Key Developments
12.3 Thales SA
12.3.1 Key Facts
12.3.2 Business Description
12.3.3 Products and Services
12.3.4 Financial Overview
12.3.5 SWOT Analysis
12.3.6 Key Developments
12.4 Hitachi Ltd
12.4.1 Key Facts
12.4.2 Business Description
12.4.3 Products and Services
12.4.4 Financial Overview
12.4.5 SWOT Analysis
12.4.6 Key Developments
13. Appendix
13.1 About the Publisher
List of Tables
Table 1. South & Central America Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Segmentation
Table 2. South & Central America Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Table 3. South & Central America Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Component
Table 4. South & Central America Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by End Use
Table 5. South America: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031(US$ Million) - by Country
Table 6. Brazil: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031(US$ Million) - by Component
Table 7. Brazil: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031(US$ Million) - by End Use
Table 8. Argentina: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031(US$ Million) - by Component
Table 9. Argentina: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031(US$ Million) - by End Use
Table 10. Rest of South America: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031(US$ Million) - by Component
Table 11. Rest of South America: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031(US$ Million) - by End Use
List of Figures
Figure 1. South & Central America Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Segmentation, by Country
Figure 2. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
Figure 3. Ecosystem Analysis
Figure 4. South & Central America Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Key Market Dynamics
Figure 5. Impact Analysis of Drivers and Restraints
Figure 6. South & Central America Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Revenue (US$ Million), 2021-2031
Figure 7. South & Central America Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Share (%) - by Component (2023 and 2031)
Figure 8. Hardware: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 9. Services: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 10. South & Central America Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Share (%) - by End Use (2023 and 2031)
Figure 11. Military Airport: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 12. Civil Airport: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 13. South America: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Revenue, by Key Countries, (2023) (US$ Mn)
Figure 14. South America: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market Breakdown, by Key Countries, 2023 and 2031 (%)
Figure 15. Brazil: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031(US$ Million)
Figure 16. Argentina: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031(US$ Million)
Figure 17. Rest of South America: Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031(US$ Million)
Figure 18. Company Positioning & Market Concentration

Companies Mentioned

Some of the leading companies in the South & Central America Airport Runway FOD Detection Systems Market include:
  • Moog Inc
  • Rheinmetall AG
  • Thales SA
  • Hitachi Ltd

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