Bulletproof Helmet Market Report 2025

The bulletproof helmet market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.09 billion in 2024 to $1.16 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The historical growth can be linked to increasing defense budgets, expanding military modernization efforts, escalating terrorism and insurgency threats, a rise in peacekeeping operations, and more frequent border conflicts.

The bulletproof helmet market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.5 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%. This growth forecast is driven by heightened demand for lightweight helmets, the growing integration of night vision and communication systems, increasing demand from civilian security forces, an enhanced focus on soldier survivability and operational performance, and rising interest in customizable and modular helmet designs. Key trends during the forecast period include advancements in ballistic materials, development of modular helmet systems, incorporation of night vision and thermal optics, innovations in bulletproof visor technologies, and enhancements in multi-threat protection helmets.

Rising terrorism threats are anticipated to fuel the expansion of the bulletproof helmet market moving forward. Terrorism is characterized by the unlawful use of violence and intimidation, particularly targeting civilians to achieve political, religious, or ideological objectives. These threats often arise from political instability and conflict, creating power vacuums that extremist groups exploit to garner support and conduct attacks. Bulletproof helmets play a vital role in protecting security personnel, substantially reducing injuries and improving their effectiveness in responding to terrorist activities. For example, ReliefWeb, a US-based NGO, reported that in 2022, the average fatalities per terrorist attack increased to 1.7 from 1.3 in 2021, marking the first rise in lethality in five years. Consequently, the growing terrorism threats are driving the growth of the continuous glucose monitoring market.

Leading companies in the bulletproof helmet market are focusing on creating rifle-rated ballistic helmets to improve soldier safety and operational efficiency. These helmets are engineered to withstand high-velocity rifle rounds, offering enhanced protection for soldiers on the battlefield. For instance, in November 2023, MKU Limited, an Indian defense and aerospace company, launched the Kavro Doma 360, a next-generation ballistic helmet that represents a significant advancement in head protection for military and law enforcement personnel. This helmet provides consistent defense across all five zones of the head and effectively protects against high-caliber rifle threats such as the AK-47. It features a back face signature below 20 mm, which lowers the risk of blunt force trauma. Moreover, its sophisticated harness system ensures a secure, comfortable fit and allows integration with modern head-mounted devices, boosting both safety and operational adaptability.

In April 2023, XTEK's HighCom Armor Solutions, an Australia-based defense company offering a range of bulletproof helmets, formed a partnership with Tata Advanced Systems Ltd. This collaboration aims to supply advanced, lightweight ballistic helmets to enhance protection for Indian military personnel while promoting domestic manufacturing and defense modernization. Tata Advanced Systems Limited is an India-based aerospace firm specializing in aircraft production and defense systems.

Major players in the bulletproof helmet market are 3M Company, Gentex Corporation, Safariland LLC, NP Aerospace Ltd, MKU Limited, Galvion Ltd, Point Blank Enterprises Inc., ArmorSource LLC, Hard Shell Free Zone Establishment, MARS Armor, Ace Link Armor Inc, ARGUN spol. s r.o., Hard Head Veterans LLC, Hydromech Automation Pvt. Ltd, Protection Group Danmark ApS, Rabintex Industries Ltd, Sarkar Defense Solutions Ltd, United Shield International Ltd., MTEK Weapon Systems Inc, China Hengtai Group Co. Limited.

North America was the largest region in the bulletproof helmet market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in bulletproof helmet report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the bulletproof helmet market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

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.

The sharp hike in U.S. tariffs and the associated trade disputes in spring 2025 are notably impacting the aerospace and defense sector by raising costs for titanium, carbon fiber composites, and avionics materials largely sourced from global suppliers. Defense contractors, locked into fixed-price government contracts, absorb these added costs, while commercial aerospace firms face airline pushback on higher aircraft prices. Delays in component shipments due to customs bottlenecks further disrupt tight production schedules for jets and satellites. The industry is responding by stockpiling critical materials, seeking waivers for defense-related imports, and collaborating with allied nations to diversify supply chain.

A bulletproof helmet, also known as a ballistic helmet, is a type of protective headgear designed to prevent penetration from bullets, shrapnel, and other ballistic hazards. These helmets are utilized by security personnel to improve survivability during combat and high-risk situations.

The primary types of bulletproof helmets include modular integrated communications helmets, advanced combat helmets, enhanced combat helmets, and others. The modular integrated communications helmet (MICH) is a combat helmet intended for military use that combines modular components for ballistic protection with advanced communication systems. These helmets are commonly constructed from materials such as Kevlar, ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE), aramid fibers, and other high-strength composites. They serve multiple purposes, including military and defense, law enforcement, and civilian safety. Distribution occurs through various channels, including both online and offline platforms.

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The bulletproof helmet market consists of sales of ballistic helmets, personnel armor systems for ground troops, modular integrated communications helmets, bump helmets, and aramid fiber helmets. 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 and 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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