Global Drone Detection Optical Systems Market was valued at US$ 212.2 Mn in 2021 and is estimated to reach US$ 1,039.2 Mn by 2027. The market is registering growth at a CAGR of 30.3% during the forecast period 2022-2027. In terms of volume, the market was valued at 2,727 units in 2021 and is projected to reach 13,153 units by 2027, registering a CAGR of 30% during the forecast period. Drone detection optical systems are used for detecting unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) or drones. 

The market is majorly driven by two factors namely – rising incidents of security breaching and an increase in the use of surveillance and monitoring equipment among industry verticals. Drones are being used for cyberattacks at low cost and easy applicability help drones in carrying out surveillance, capturing data, or disrupting networks. Antinuclear groups, terrorists, and business competitors are amongst the most common security breaches. These rising threats are expected to propel the overall market growth. Furthermore, industrial usage of drones is rapidly gaining demand as multiple industries are working with drones as part of their daily regular business functions. Drones make it easier to monitor and manage traffic within the workspace and help in surveying hard-to-reach places within the industrial premises. Moreover, drones are safe, cost-effective solutions in data collection, monitoring, management, and surveillance. However, the vulnerability of drones to hacking, hijacking, spoofing, and cloud-based attacks is expected to hinder market growth.

Implementation of tracking systems to detect birds, micro drones, aircraft, or other obstacles is an emerging opportunity in the drone detection optical systems market. 

Report Summary

The study of the global drone detection optical systems market considers various market determinants, industry value chain analysis, and competitor analysis of the market. The report discusses the analysis of the drone detection optical systems industry for the period 2017-2027, where the base year is 2021 and the forecast period is 2022-2027. The report provides a detailed analysis of the Global Drone Detection Optical Systems Market across 11 Chapters and, 140 pages. The report includes data presentation across 28 tables and 44 statistical figures. 

The report provides PESTLE analysis, which is a tool to examine the external market environment factors that have an impact on the industry. The PESTLE analysis examines the Political, Economic, Social, Technological, Environmental, and Legal factors in the external environment. Thus, sufficiently examining the threats and weaknesses of the industry. The research report also provides a SWOT analysis and porter’s five forces analysis wherein the degree of rivalry in the industry is variable between moderate to high. 

The subsequent section provides details of the market analysis based on different segments such as component, application, and region. The report includes a detailed study of the value chain of the industry. It includes component providers, technology providers, integrators, and end-users. The report also covers extensively the key competitors in the market for drone detection optical systems.

A hardware component has the complete share in the Global Drone Detection Optical Systems Market in 2021

The complete share of the component segment is contributed by the hardware used in the designing and production of drone detection optical systems. Hardware plays an important role owing to the presence of various sensors and cameras which can provide images and video recording by means of thermal imaging or infrared imaging process. Hardware components like the camera provide visuals on the drone and its payload. Moreover, huge investments by major players across the globe for the development of these systems are also expected to contribute to market growth.

Homeland security application holds the highest share in the Global Drone Detection Optical Systems Market in 2021

In terms of application, the market is segmented into military, homeland security, and civilian/commercial. Out of these, homeland security holds about half of the share of the global drone detection optical systems market in 2021 as drone detection optical systems are responsible for counterterrorism, cybersecurity, aviation security, border security, port security, maritime security, and any other threats to the homeland. Thus, it is important to apply drone detection systems in this sector. Within the civilian/commercial segment, the airport's segment has the highest share and will continue its dominance over the projection period. 

North America dominates the Global Drone Detection Optical Systems Market

North America has the maximum share in the drone detection optical systems market owing to increasing malicious activities, high demand for security, and technological advancement in the region. 

Competitive Insight

• Aronia is a high-tech company that specializes in measuring, tracking, and monitoring technologies. The company has a huge experience in products that provides comprehensive and intelligent drone detection and defense systems with an extremely high range, precision, and reliability.
• Lockheed Martin Corporation is an American aerospace, defense, information security, and technology company with worldwide interests. The company is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products, and services.
• Raytheon Technologies Corporation is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military, and government customers worldwide.
• Citadel Defence develops automated, on-demand counter-drone solutions for military, government, and commercial end-users. Using Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Citadel’s technology addresses individual drone threats and swarms with surgical precision, reducing collateral impacts on communications and the surrounding environment.
• Robin Radar Systems is engaged in radar systems for tracking and classification of small targets. They do that by combining affordable sensors with smart software. Robin Radar Systems developed bird radar systems to monitor and store bird movements around the clock up, to 10 kilometers, all around.

Segmentation Overview of the Global Drone Detection Optical Systems Market

The following are the different segments of the global drone detection optical systems market:

By Component segment of the Global Drone Detection Optical Systems Market is sub-segmented into:

• Hardware (Equipment)

By Application segment of the Global Drone Detection Optical Systems Market is sub-segmented into:

• Military
• Homeland Security
• Civilian/ Commercial
  • Airports
  • Energy & Utilities
  • Critical Infrastructures
  • Data Centres
  • Stadiums
  • Residential
  • Other Public Venues

By Region segment of the Global Drone Detection Optical Systems Market is sub-segmented into:

• North America
  • The U.S.
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • The UK
  • Germany
  • Italy
  • France
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Poland
  • Rest of Europe
• Japan
• Rest of the World