Global Airborne ISR Market Analysis by Solution, Platform, Application, End User, Region and segments forecast till 2033

Market Overview

Global Airborne ISR market valued at USD 10,930 million in 2022 is anticipated to reach a value of USD 16,270 million in 2033, growing at a CAGR of 5.1%.

Report Scope

Global Airborne ISR Market: Description

Airborne intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) are used for collecting information regarding the intruder’s strength, movements, and activities. Airborne intelligence surveillance & reconnaissance are defence operations that consist of a wide variety of systems coupled with advanced technologies for acquiring and processing the information required by national security decision-makers or military commanders. All kinds of information are gathered with the help of the ISR systems, which are then operated by secret intelligence. The market is growing at a significant rate across the world, and a similar trend is expected to be observed during the forecast period.

The rising demand of UAVs for airborne ISR applications, increasing procurement of Airborne ISR systems due to growing transnational and regional instability, increasing use airborne ISR based geological surveying for scientific research purposes, rapid advancement in artificial intelligence, big data analytics and robotics technologies are fueling the growth of the market. Some of the factors that boost increase in demand for a variety of ISR techniques and equipment and the growth in adoption of the ISR technology for securing their borders are expected to spur the demand during the forecast period.

Unmanned systems have become an integral part of military forces worldwide. Deploying airborne ISR systems on unmanned platforms facilitates the transmission of surveillance and imagery data. The integration of unmanned systems with communication antennas and other surveillance equipment assist in various critical missions. Additionally, unmanned aircraft require limited to no personnel and thus reduce the risk of loss of human lives. Owing to these benefits, countries such as the US, India, and China have allocated substantial budgets to procure and deploy more UAVs in their defence forces, especially for ISR applications.

Due to the increasing demand for highly accurate information, the use of sophisticated ISR technology is also increasing in the aerospace & defence sector. Military aircraft ISR equipment are embedded in various control systems of aircraft to carry out different operations. The complexity in the designs of these systems is continuously increasing, owing to the rise in the number of functions to be performed by them to meet the requirements of end users. This has led manufacturers of ISR systems to focus on adding new functionalities to designs of these systems.

Global Airborne ISR Market- Segmental Analysis:

Solution Insights

The Systems segment is poised to amass notable gains over the estimated period due to the rising instances of geopolitical tension across the globe. Airborne ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) systems refer to the use of aircraft to gather and analyze intelligence data, monitor and track targets, and support military operations. These systems are critical for providing situational awareness to military commanders and decision-makers, as they allow for real-time monitoring and analysis of the battlefield and other critical areas of interest.

Platform Insights

The Military Aircraft segment is expected to grow considerably over the stipulated timeframe. Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) refers to the collection and analysis of information from airborne platforms, including military aircraft, to support military operations. Military aircraft are a key platform for airborne ISR, providing the capability to gather intelligence and surveillance data from a range of altitudes and distances.

Application Insights

The Search and Rescue Operations segment is expected to grow considerably over the stipulated timeframe. Airborne ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) capabilities play a critical role in search and rescue operations. Search and rescue (SAR) operations are conducted to locate and rescue individuals who are lost or in distress, often in remote or difficult-to-reach locations. Airborne ISR provides critical information that helps search and rescue teams locate individuals and assess their condition.

End User Insights

The Defence segment is expected to grow considerably over the stipulated timeframe.  Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) is a critical capability for the defense sector, providing real-time intelligence and situational awareness to military commanders. Airborne ISR refers to the collection, analysis, and dissemination of information from sensors on board aircraft, including manned and unmanned platforms.

Regional Insights

The Global Airborne ISR Market is further segmented into five major countries- North America, Europe, Asia-pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa. North America is projected to lead the airborne ISR market. Significant investments in R&D activities for the development of advanced ISR solutions by key players and increased demand for precision and accurate ISR systems are some of the factors expected to fuel the growth of the market in this region. The US is expected to drive the growth of the North American airborne ISR market during the forecast period, owing to easy access to various innovative technologies and significant investments being made by manufacturers in the country for the development of improved military ISR and geospatial monitoring systems.

Competitive Analysis

BAE Systems PLC, L3Harris Technologies, Inc., Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Inc., Thales Raytheon Systems, Elbit Systems Ltd, UTC Aerospace Systems (United Technologies Corporation), General Dynamics, CACI International Inc., Northrop Grumman Corporation, Lockheed Martin Corporation, FLIR Systems Inc., Airbus, General Atomics, etc.

·         In July 2021, BAE Systems received a contract from the US Army to deliver the next-generation 2-Color Advanced Warning System (2CAWS). The system provides aircrews with advanced threat detection capabilities, improving survivability and mission effectiveness in contested environments.

Global Airborne ISR Market- Segmental Analysis

Based on Solution

• Systems

• Software

• Service

Based on Platform

• Military Aircraft

• Military Helicopters

• Unmanned Systems

Based on Application

• Search and Rescue Operations

• Border and Maritime Patrol

• Target Acquisition and Tracking

• Critical Infrastructure Protection

• Tactical Support

• Disaster Relief

• Launch and Recovery

• Internal Defence

• Force Protection

• Police and Homeland Security Missions

Based on End-user

• Defence

• Homeland Security

Why to buy this Report?

The report provides quantitative and qualitative aspect for Global Airborne ISR Market in terms of value and volume, along with supporting market trends, challenges, restraints.

The report provides an in depth analysis from both Technology and consumption point of view at the regional and country level. Key Factors considered within the report scope are Technology Solution capacity by countries/regions, average End user, consumption ratio, revenue earned and gross margin.

The report provides competitive analysis of around 30-50 companies operated in Global Airborne ISR Market, these companies are bifurcated into niche players, the leaders and major contenders. The companies are analyzed in terms of following factors such as:

•             Business Model

•             Technology, Capacity, Revenue, Sales, Gross Margin

•             Key Business Strategy

•             SWOT Analysis

In terms of competitive landscape, the report provides distinctive factors that would help the Card Technology Vehicle Solution in taking a key decision within the business:

•             Company Share Analysis from 2020-2022

•             Company Analysis by Revenue and Sales

•             Company Technology Solution Capacity, Gross Margin

•             Company Share Analysis by Technology Solution/ Technology Vehicle Solution

•             Company Share Analysis by Technology Solution/Specification