Drone ID market to be fueled by security, defense

Market news | April 10, 2017

By Rich Pell

Key factors that are expected to fuel the growth of the drone identification market are increasing incidences of security breach by commercial drones, and need for the development of countermeasure systems that can safely and quickly detect anti-drones and counter them.

Based on application, the ground station segment is expected to lead the drone identification market. Ground station drone identification systems are deployed on ground-based installations such as stadiums and power generation plants. With the increasing number of drone intrusions, the demand for ground station identification systems is estimated to rise in power plants, airports, and government and defense facilities.

Based on technology, the identification and detection segment is expected is lead the market. Identification and detection helps in detecting and identifying drones in range by analyzing the data obtained in the detection phase. Identification and detection is mostly used for border security and surveillance purposes. The RF sensing sub segment of the identification and detection segment is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on end user, the military segment is expected to lead the drone identification market during the forecast period. Drone identification systems are being deployed by militaries to be ready for any drone attack. The defense industry across the globe is focusing on the development of systems that are capable of tracking and identifying drones of enemies and counter them.

North America dominated the market in 2016. Advancements in drone technologies in North America are transforming the way the companies do business and helping them take competitive advantage over other companies.

Increasing adoption of drones across various industries and advancements in the drone technology in the region are factors aiding the growth of the drone identification market in the region.