Air Defence Systems Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034

The global air defence systems market is expected to grow in the forecast period of 2025-2034 at a CAGR of 6.80%

Growing Incorporation of C-UAVs by Security Forces Driving the Market for Air Defence Systems

The rising incorporation of counter unmanned aerial systems (C-UAV) by security forces, coupled with the increasing sophistication of the product to mitigate the threats posed by unauthorised unmanned aerial vehicles, is driving the segment’s growth. C-UAS are well-equipped with advanced technologies such as RF jamming, radar, radiofrequency (RF), and acoustic and combined sensors, among others. This makes the product efficient in the detection, tracking, and identification of a drone in a commercial or non-commercial area. Over the forecast period, the improvement of UAVs in terms of size, weight, and cheaper production, are likely to increase the risk of UAV swarm attacks, which is anticipated to propel the demand for C-UAVs. Moreover, the incorporation of technological advancements such as lasers and high-power microwaves in C-UAVs are likely to bolster investments in C-UAVs by major military powers and fuel the growth of the air defence systems market in the forecast period.

North America Accounts for a Significant Share in the Market for Air Defence Systems

The United States of America is one of the highest spenders on military and defence and possesses missile defence technologies such as PATRIOT Missile System, Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD), and the Avenger Air Defense System. In addition, the strong foothold of major defence manufacturing companies in the region is anticipated to be a key driving factor in the market. The United States is also one of the major air defence technology providers to countries such as Ukraine and Taiwan, which is also bolstering the market growth in North America. Meanwhile, the Asia Pacific region is anticipated to offer lucrative opportunities to the air defence systems market owing to the increasing investments and favourable government policies aimed towards setting up indigenous manufacturing. In countries like India, the Make in India scheme by the government is likely to accelerate the development of missile defence systems and drive the market in the coming years.

Market Segmentation

Air defence systems include defensive technologies intended to block air threats by intercepting guided missiles and destroying aircraft launched by the enemy. In conventional warfare, air defence systems play a crucial role in minimising the damage caused by short, medium, or long-range threats. The systems identify, analyse, and track the motion of the trajectory launch and kill them.

Market Breakup by System

• Missile Defence Systems
• Anti-aircraft Systems
• Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS)
• Counter-RAM

Market Breakup by Platform

• Land-based
• Air-based
• Sea-based

Market Breakup by Type

• Threat Detection
• Countermeasures

Market Breakup by Range

• Long range
• Medium range
• Short range

Market Breakup by Region

• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Latin America
• Middle East and Africa

Growing Adoption of Air Defence Systems in the Military and Defence Sector to Boost the Market Growth

The air defence systems market is being driven by the increasing adoption of air defence systems in the military and defence sector to battle the emerging spectrum of threats posed by air-attack weapons, ranging from cruise missiles to ballistic missiles. Air defence is a key technology capable of protecting crucial assets and responding timely to the threats, due to which the deployment of air defence systems is surging. Moreover, the systems offer monitoring and information sharing, which make the threat navigation clearer, hence furthering their demand.

In the forecast period, the growing research and development (R&D) activities by governments, militaries, and industrial leaders to design and develop efficient, reliable, and effective air defence systems that can function in challenging environments are anticipated to propel the market growth. Furthermore, the air defence systems market is likely to be invigorated by the rising military expenditure in emerging economies, the surging geopolitical tensions, the growing risk of modern warfare, and the increasing international cooperation aimed at impending terrorism.

Key Players in the Global Market for Air Defence Systems

The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the global air defence systems market, covering their competitive landscape, capacity, and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, and investments, expansions of capacity, and plant turnarounds:

• Raytheon Technologies Corporation
• Rheinmetall AG
• Thales Group
• Lockheed Martin Corporation
• Saab AB
• Others

The comprehensive report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis.