According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Lightweight Loitering Munitions market size was valued at US$ million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD million by 2031 with a CAGR of %during review period.
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A lightweight loitering munition refers to a type of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) designed to hover or loiter in an area for an extended period before engaging a target. These munitions are relatively small and light, enabling greater maneuverability and ease of deployment. They are equipped with sensors to identify and track targets, often providing real-time intelligence to operators. Once a target is confirmed, the munition can be directed to strike, combining the functions of surveillance and attack. This technology offers advantages in precision, flexibility, and the ability to respond rapidly to dynamic combat situations.
The lightweight loitering munition market is experiencing significant growth, driven by advancements in drone technology and increasing demand for cost-effective, precision-strike capabilities. Major sales regions include North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific, with the United States and China being prominent players due to their substantial defense budgets and technological advancements. Market opportunities are abundant, particularly in enhancing battlefield intelligence and surveillance capabilities and in asymmetric warfare scenarios where traditional weapons may be less effective. However, the market faces challenges such as stringent regulatory frameworks, ethical concerns over autonomous weapons, and the high costs associated with research and development. Balancing technological innovation with these challenges will be crucial for sustained market growth.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Lightweight Loitering Munitions market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
Key Features:
Global Lightweight Loitering Munitions market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2020-2031
Global Lightweight Loitering Munitions market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2020-2031
Global Lightweight Loitering Munitions market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2020-2031
Global Lightweight Loitering Munitions market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and ASP (US$/Unit), 2020-2025
The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
To assess the growth potential for Lightweight Loitering Munitions
To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
This report profiles key players in the global Lightweight Loitering Munitions market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), AeroVironment, STM Savunma, UVision Air Ltd, China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, WB Group, Rafael, Embention, Paramount, KNDS, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Lightweight Loitering Munitions market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Type
Fixed-wing Loitering Munition
Rotary-wing Loitering Munition
Market segment by Application
Military and Law Enforcement
Private Security
Search and Rescue
Other
Major players covered
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI)
AeroVironment
STM Savunma
UVision Air Ltd
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation
WB Group
Rafael
Embention
Paramount
KNDS
Solar Industries India
Avision Systems
EDGE
Elbit Systems
Athlon Avia
Anduril Industries
Teledyne FLIR Defense
Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
Chapter 1, to describe Lightweight Loitering Munitions product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Lightweight Loitering Munitions, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Lightweight Loitering Munitions from 2020 to 2025.
Chapter 3, the Lightweight Loitering Munitions competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Lightweight Loitering Munitions breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and Lightweight Loitering Munitions market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.
Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Lightweight Loitering Munitions.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Lightweight Loitering Munitions sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.
Summary:
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