Police Riot Equipment Market Report 2025

The police riot equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $6.48 billion in 2024 to $7.04 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. This historical growth is driven by a surge in the demand for advanced riot control solutions, heightened concerns about civil unrest and public safety, broader adoption of non-lethal methods for crowd control, significant investments in equipping law enforcement agencies, and increased government expenditure on security infrastructure.

The police riot equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $9.68 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3%. Contributing factors to this anticipated growth include efforts to upgrade police capabilities, s stronger focus on human rights and reducing casualties, rising demand for intelligent and integrated riot control technologies, growing political unrest and ademonstrations worldwide, and continuous innovation in law enforcement equipment. Key trends expected during this period include enhanced crowd control technologies, greater incorporation of non-lethal weaponry, improvements in technologically advanced body armor, innovation in the design of armored vehicles, and progress in communication tools for law enforcement operations.

The increasing frequency of civil unrest is anticipated to drive the growth of the police riot equipment market. Civil unrest involves large groups engaging in disorderly or violent behavior to protest government policies, social issues, or political conditions, including protests, demonstrations, riots, strikes, or clashes with authorities. A significant contributor to this rise is growing economic inequality, which fuels frustration and exclusion among marginalized communities, leading to heightened protests and social tensions. Police riot equipment plays a vital role in managing such unrest by equipping law enforcement with the necessary tools to control demonstrations and violent incidents while minimizing harm to civilians and officers. For example, in July 2024, the Armed Conflict Location and Event Data (ACLED), a US-based non-profit organization, reported approximately 165,273 instances of political violence globally, reflecting a 15% increase compared to the previous year. This surge in civil unrest is thereby boosting the demand for police riot equipment.

Companies in the police riot equipment market are prioritizing the development of innovative features to improve officer safety and the effectiveness of non-lethal responses during civil unrest. One such innovation is the introduction of adjustable breakaway arm straps, which provide a customizable fit for users, enhancing safety and usability. For instance, in September 2022, Pro-gard Products LLC, a US-based manufacturer of law enforcement gear, launched a new line of Riot Shields designed to offer enhanced protection during riots and crowd control operations. These shields are made from lightweight polycarbonate material and feature durable ABS handles, aimed at maximizing officer safety and performance in managing civil disturbances.

In May 2022, Orro Pty Ltd., an Australian technology company, acquired Riot Solutions Pty. Ltd. for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition was intended to bolster Orro’s cybersecurity capabilities and reinforce its presence in Queensland. The integration aims to deliver advanced managed security services and establish a dedicated security operations center for government agencies. Riot Solutions Pty. Ltd. is an Australian IT service management company known for its advanced public safety technologies, including riot control systems.

Major players in the police riot equipment market are MSA Safety Incorporated, Safariland LLC, Point Blank Enterprises Inc., Revision Military Ltd., Armament Systems and Procedures Inc., Genasys Inc., Armor Express Inc., Blackhawk Products Group, Team Wendy LLC, Paulson Manufacturing Corp., Hardwire LLC, Avon Technologies plc, NonLethal Technologies Inc., Condor Non-Lethal Technologies Inc., PACEM Defense LLC, Lamperd Less Lethal Inc., Damascus Worldwide Inc., United Shield International LLC, Premier Body Armor LLC, DFNDR Armor LLC, and Chase Tactical LLC.

North America was the largest region in the police riot equipment market in 2024. The regions covered in police riot equipment report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the police riot equipment 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.

Police riot equipment comprises a variety of specialized tools and protective gear utilized by law enforcement agencies to control crowds during demonstrations, riots, or other civil disturbances. The primary objective of this equipment is to protect both officers and civilians while upholding public order.

Key products within the police riot equipment category include protective gear, batons, shields, tear gas, rubber bullets, and more. Protective gear is engineered to safeguard individuals from injuries in high-risk situations. These items are employed in multiple settings, such as law enforcement and military operations, and are made available through various distribution channels, including online platforms, specialty retailers, and others.

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The police riot equipment market consists of sales of riot helmets, body armor, tactical boots, and tactical vests. 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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