Anti-Drone Market to Reach USD 14.51 Billion by 2030, Growing at 26.5%CAGR, Says MarketsandMarkets™

Delray Beach, FL, Aug. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global anti-drone market is on track to nearly triple in size over the next five years, expanding from USD 4.48 billion in 2025 to USD 14.51 billion by 2030, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 26.5%, according to a new report by MarketsandMarkets. Growth is being driven by a sharp rise in unauthorized drone sightings near airports, escalating security threats to military and government facilities, and the accelerating integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning into detection and tracking platforms. As drones become more accessible and capable, governments, defense agencies, airport operators, and critical-infrastructure owners are investing heavily in multi-layered counter-UAS (C-UAS) systems that combine radar, radio frequency (RF) sensing, electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) cameras, and neutralization technologies such as jamming, spoofing, and directed-energy weapons.

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Key Market Highlights

• Market size, 2025: USD 4.48 billion
• Market forecast, 2030: USD 14.51 billion
• CAGR (2025–2030): 26.5%
• Fastest-growing system type: Laser systems, owing to precision targeting and rapid neutralization
• Fastest-growing range segment: Long-range systems (>5 km)
• Leading platform type: Ground-based systems
• Leading application: Detection & disruption
• Leading vertical: Military & defense
• Fastest-growing region: Asia Pacific, at a CAGR of 30.0%
• Report coverage: 310 pages, 150 market tables, 72 figures
• Key players: RTX (US), Rafael Advanced Defense Systems (Israel), IAI (Israel), Leonardo S.p.A. (Italy), Lockheed Martin Corporation (US)

Why This Market Matters

Drones have moved from a novelty technology to a mainstream security concern in less than a decade. Their affordability, availability, and growing sophistication have made them attractive tools not only for legitimate commercial use but also for surveillance, smuggling, and hostile activity. Frequent drone incursions near airports have caused flight delays and shutdowns, while unauthorized drones near military bases, government buildings, stadiums, and energy facilities have raised serious safety and national security concerns. The anti-drone market matters because it sits at the intersection of aviation safety, homeland security, defense modernization, and smart-city infrastructure making it a critical enabler of safe airspace as drone traffic continues to grow worldwide.

Market Overview

An anti-drone (or counter-UAS) system is a set of technologies designed to detect, monitor, identify, and mitigate threats posed by unauthorized or hostile drones. These systems typically combine radar, RF detectors, EO/IR cameras, and acoustic sensors for detection, paired with neutralization methods such as RF jamming, GPS spoofing, laser-directed energy, or kinetic interception.

According to MarketsandMarkets, the market is expanding rapidly as governments, defense agencies, and private organizations focus on protecting critical infrastructure from unauthorized drones. Key growth drivers include:

• Rising frequency of unauthorized drone sightings near international airports
• Growing adoption of anti-drone solutions by military and defense agencies
• Rising illicit drone-related activities, including smuggling and espionage
• Advancements in detection and jamming technologies
• Integration of AI and ML into drone detection and tracking
• Expanding smart city infrastructure requiring embedded airspace security

Countries are investing heavily in radar systems, RF jammers, and directed-energy weapons, while defense contractors, technology firms, and regulators increasingly collaborate to build more effective, scalable, multi-layered counter-drone platforms.

Analyst Perspective

"The anti-drone market is undergoing a structural shift from standalone detection sensors toward fully integrated Counter-UAS platforms that fuse radar, RF sensing, EO/IR, AI analytics, and kinetic or non-kinetic mitigation into a single command-and-control layer," according to MarketsandMarkets analysis. As drone threats grow more sophisticated  including coordinated swarms and signal-jamming-resistant platforms end users are shifting spend toward adaptive, software-driven systems that reduce false positives and improve real-time decision-making. This transition is also opening recurring revenue streams for vendors through software upgrades, managed services, and system integration, rather than one-time hardware sales alone.

At the same time, the market faces real constraints. High upfront capital requirements for radar, RF, and EO/IR sensor suites can deter smaller airports, municipalities, and private venues, pushing many toward phased or as-a-service procurement. Cybersecurity is another growing concern, as counter-UAS platforms that rely on networked and cloud-connected components can themselves become targets for hacking or spoofing.

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Segment Analysis

By System Type: The market is segmented into electronic systems, kinetic systems, laser systems, and hybrid systems. Laser systems are expected to record the fastest growth, driven by their precision targeting and ability to rapidly neutralize UAV threats with minimal collateral impact, particularly against fast-moving or high-altitude drones.

By Range: Segmented into short-range (<2 km), medium-range (2–5 km), and long-range (>5 km) systems. Long-range systems are projected to post the highest CAGR, reflecting demand for early detection and interception before drones reach sensitive areas — particularly at airports, military bases, and large industrial sites.

By Platform Type: Ground-based, handheld, and UAV-based platforms make up this segment. Ground-based systems dominate due to stable deployment, ease of integration, and continuous monitoring capability, making them the preferred choice for defense installations, airports, and critical infrastructure.

By Radar Type: Includes mechanically scanned array, phased array, Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA), Passive Electronically Scanned Array (PESA), and conventional radar. AESA radars are projected to post the highest CAGR due to superior detection accuracy, faster multi-target tracking, and resistance to electronic jamming.

By Deployment Type: Portable, fixed, and vehicle-mounted radar make up this segment, with fixed radar systems leading due to continuous, wide-area coverage ideal for airports and border security.

By Frequency Band: Covers KU-band, X-band, C-band, S-band, L-band, and other bands. S-band radars are expected to see the highest CAGR owing to their balance of range, resolution, and reliable all-weather performance.

By Application: Split between detection and detection & disruption, with the latter leading due to its comprehensive approach  combining RF, radar, optical, and jamming technologies to both identify and neutralize threats.

By Vertical: Military & defense, commercial, and homeland security make up this segment. Military & defense holds the largest share, driven by high-security priorities, dedicated budgets, and rising integration of counter-drone systems into national defense strategies.

Regional Analysis

Asia Pacific is projected to be the fastest-growing region, expanding from USD 1.05 billion in 2025 to USD 3.89 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 30.0%. Growth is fueled by rising defense modernization, cross-border drone smuggling and espionage concerns, and large-scale national investment programs including India's defense procurement initiatives, Japan's civil-airspace safety upgrades, China's critical-infrastructure protection efforts, and Australia's airport and seaport security enhancements.

Europe is projected to grow from USD 1.24 billion in 2025 to USD 4.16 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 27.5%, driven by rising unauthorized drone activity near airports and public venues, alongside growing investment from the European Union, NATO member states, and national defense ministries.

North America (Americas) is projected to grow from USD 1.79 billion in 2025 to USD 5.22 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 23.8%, supported by rising investment from the US Department of Defense and homeland security agencies, a strong defense industrial base, and active R&D in electronic warfare and autonomous threat neutralization.

Key Industry Trends

• AI- and ML-enabled detection: Sensor fusion powered by AI is reducing false positives and improving classification accuracy for example, distinguishing birds from drones in cluttered environments.
• Shift to integrated C-UAS platforms: Standalone detection systems are giving way to layered platforms combining radar, RF, EO/IR, electronic warfare, and kinetic/non-kinetic mitigation.
• High-energy laser and directed-energy systems: Increasing adoption for precision neutralization with minimal collateral damage.
• Smart city and public event security: Expanding urban surveillance and event-security initiatives are widening the addressable market beyond defense into commercial and homeland security use cases.
• Portable and vehicle-mounted systems: Rising demand for mobile, flexible counter-drone solutions to support battlefield awareness and rapid-response scenarios.
• Regulatory momentum: Governments and aviation authorities are introducing stricter airspace-protection regulations, encouraging broader adoption of counter-UAS technologies across public and private sectors.

Competitive Landscape

Leading players in the global anti-drone market include RTX (US), Lockheed Martin Corporation (US), Leonardo S.p.A. (Italy), Thales (France), and IAI (Israel), alongside a broad set of specialized providers such as Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, DroneShield, Dedrone, Blighter Surveillance Systems, Anduril Industries, Northrop Grumman, BAE Systems, Elbit Systems, and L3Harris Technologies.

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Report Code: SE 4129 | Published: 13 June 2025 | Report Pages: 310 | Market Data Tables: 160 | Figures: 72