Anti-Drone Market to reach USD 10.86 billion by 2032

The global anti-drone market, expected to be valued at USD 2.17 billion in 2025, is on a trajectory of rapid expansion. Projections indicate a USD 10.86 billion valuation by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 25.9% during the forecast period. The anti-drone market growth is bolstered due to increasing demand for advanced security solutions to counter unauthorized drone activities. Moreover, the rising adoption of anti-drone technology across defense, critical infrastructure, and public safety sectors, along with continuous advancements in detection and mitigation systems, is also driving the market growth.

Key Market Insights

Expansion of smart city surveillance and the integration of anti-drone technologies in defense and commercial sectors are further accelerating demand for anti-drones.

In terms of components, the hardware segment is projected to contribute the largest share, accounting for approximately 78.6% of the anti-drone market in 2025. The increasing demand for advanced radar systems, RF sensors, and jamming technologies to detect and neutralize unauthorized drones is driving this segment's dominance.
Among platforms, ground-based systems are expected to hold the largest market share of 48.21% in 2025. The widespread deployment of these systems for military bases, airports, and critical infrastructure protection, combined with advancements in radar and AI-based detection, is fueling the segment growth.
Regionally, North America has established itself as the dominant region in the global anti-drone market and is expected to account for a market share of 45.2% in 2025. This growth is attributed to rising security concerns, increased government investments in counter-drone technologies, and the presence of leading market players in the U.S. and Canada.

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Anti-Drone Market Report Coverage

Report Coverage	Details
Market Revenue in 2025	USD 2.17 billion
Estimated Value by 2032	USD 10.86 billion
Growth Rate	25.9%
Historical Data	2020–2024
Forecast Period	2025–2032
Forecast Units	Value (USD billion)
Report Coverage	Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends
Segments Covered	By Component and By Platform
Geographies Covered	North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Middle East & Africa
Growth Drivers	Growth in Commercial Drone Usage Increased Geopolitical Tensions
Restraints & Challenges	The Challenge of Detection and Interception Systems Concerns Surrounding Non-Harmful Drone Disruption Technology

Market Dynamics

The anti-drone market is growing at a fast pace, driven by intensifying security requirements, rising incidents of illegal drone operations, and the development of counter-drone technologies. Demand for airspace security in defense, commercial, and public sectors is fueling the market growth. Further, the coupling of AI-based detection systems, radar-based location, and electronic warfare solutions is revolutionizing the drone mitigation scene.

For instance, on March 25,2025, Russia decided to enhance Iranian-built Shahed drones with advanced Chinese Controlled Reception Pattern Antennae (CRPA) to counter Ukraine's electronic warfare systems. These antennas are advanced systems designed to safeguard against signal jamming and spoofing, a tactic where a counterfeit GPS signal is transmitted to misdirect a drone from its intended course.

Additionally, a convergence of cutting-edge technologies such as machine learning, RF signal processing, and directed energy weapons is transforming anti-drone technology. Autonomous drone intercept systems and network-based counter-drone solutions are being developed by companies to address increasing demands for real-time threat removal. As a result, these advancements are expected to reshape industry standards, enhance proactive airspace security, and optimize operational efficiency, and boost the market growth.

Market Trends

Advancements in AI-Driven Anti-Drone Systems

The growing complexity of rogue drone threats has given rise to major breakthroughs in AI-driven anti-drone systems. These systems utilize machine learning, real-time data processing, and predictive analytics to boost detection accuracy and response efficacy. AI-based solutions are able to identify between permitted and unpermitted drones, minimizing false alarms and enhancing security response times.

On February 28, 2025, Lockheed Martin launched a state-of-art counter-drone solution designed to address the growing threats posed by small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS). In a company-funded exercise, the firm successfully demonstrated a flexible, scalable, and rapidly deployable system capable of detecting, tracking, identifying, and neutralizing drone threats, including autonomous swarm attacks. This marks the beginning of a series of field demonstrations aimed at validating the system’s operational effectiveness, adaptability, and seamless integration with existing defense infrastructure.

Expanding Use of Counter-Drone Technology and Runway Safety Enhancements

Moreover, beyond defence and government usages, there is a soaring demand for counter-drone tech in civilian realms like airports, sports stadiums, and private establishments. Regulatory and law enforcement entities are now sinking in funds towards counter-drone systems to suppress unauthorized UAV-based threats.

For instance, on March 20, 2020, the Federal Aviation Administration decided to install enhanced safety technology at 74 airports by the end of 2026 to help detect runway incursions. The FAA is installing the Runway Incursion Device, a memory aid for air traffic controllers that indicates when a runway is occupied.

Market Opportunities

The commercial sector is experiencing increased adoption of anti-drone solutions as industries like airports, stadiums, and critical infrastructure sites aim to counteract the threats from unauthorized UAVs. With the growing number of security incidents involving drones, organizations and governments alike are heavily investing in next-generation detection and mitigation technology.

In January 2020, Heathrow Airport in the U.K. announced the deployment of an AI-based counter-drone system that can detect, track, and neutralize illegal drones in order to enhance aviation security. The use of these technologies will grow faster as airports across the globe are increasingly being threatened by drones.

Additionally, growing demand for cost-efficient, non-kinetic counter-drone technologies has fueled development in directed energy weapons (DEWs) and electromagnetic pulse (EMP) technology. Both of these technologies provide scalable and targeted ways to disable drones with minimal collateral damage, which is appropriate for protecting urban areas and critical infrastructure. In May 2024, Epirus completed the delivery of four Indirect Fire Protection Capability – High-Power Microwave (IFPC-HPM) systems to the U.S. Army. These systems are designed to neutralize drones and drone swarms using high-power microwave technology, offering a scalable and precise method to disable electronic components without collateral damage.

Analyst’s View

“The anti-drone market is poised for exponential growth, fueled by escalating security concerns and the increasing sophistication of rogue drone threats,” said Mr. Suraj Jagtap, a senior analyst. “Advancements in AI-driven detection, machine learning, and radar-based tracking are transforming counter-drone capabilities, ensuring higher accuracy and faster response times. Additionally, the rise of non-kinetic solutions such as directed energy weapons (DEWs) and electromagnetic pulse (EMP) systems is reshaping the market by offering precise, scalable, and cost-effective drone mitigation strategies. The widespread adoption of anti-drone technology in defense, commercial, and civilian sectors—ranging from military bases to airports and sports stadiums—further highlights the market’s rapid evolution. As governments and private enterprises intensify their investments in airspace security, the anti-drone industry is set to witness sustained innovation and expansion in the coming years.”

Recent Developments

In May 2024, DroneShield announced the roll-out of one of the largest updates yet to the DroneSentry-C2 platform, bringing a completely revamped User Interface, smarter AI, and extending detection capabilities to the C-UAS Command-and-Control software industry.

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