Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market
Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Forecasts to 2030 - Global Analysis By Type (Reconnaissance, Combat, Explosive Ordnance Disposal, Combat Support and Other Types), Mobility, System, Size, Mode of Operation, Application and By Geography
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market is accounted for $2.9 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach $4.8 billion by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 7.7% during the forecast period. Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs) are autonomous or remotely operated vehicles designed to operate on land without a human driver onboard. These vehicles come in various sizes and configurations, ranging from small, agile robots for reconnaissance and surveillance to larger, rugged machines for tasks such as transportation, logistics, and hazardous material handling. UGVs are equipped with sensors, cameras, and sometimes manipulator arms to interact with the environment, and they are controlled either autonomously through pre-programmed instructions or remotely by an operator using a control station.
According to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), in 2022, China and India were the second and fourth largest defense spenders in the world with a defense budget of USD 292 billion and USD 81.4 billion, respectively.
Market Dynamics:
Driver:
Growing demand for military applications
The market is experiencing a surge in demand, particularly in military applications. This growth can be attributed to advancements in technology, enhancing the capabilities and versatility for various defense purposes. Military organizations are increasingly relying for tasks such as reconnaissance, surveillance, and logistics, due to their ability to operate in hazardous environments without risking human lives. This trend is expected to continue driving significant expansion within the military segment of the market.
Restraint:
Cybersecurity threats
The market faces an array of cybersecurity threats stemming from its increasing connectivity and reliance on software systems. These threats include remote exploitation, data breaches, malware injection, and denial-of-service attacks. Hackers could compromise UGVs to steal sensitive information, disrupt operations, or even gain control over the vehicle, posing significant risks in military, industrial, and commercial sectors. Hence, this is the major factor hampering the growth of the market.
Opportunity:
Improved precision and efficiency
Advancements in sensor technology and AI algorithms have significantly enhanced precision and efficiency within the market. Miniaturized sensors, including LiDAR, radar, and cameras, coupled with sophisticated computer vision algorithms, enable UGVs to navigate complex environments with unparalleled accuracy. Moreover, advancements in autonomous decision-making algorithms optimize route planning and obstacle avoidance, enhancing operational efficiency.
Threat:
Lack of skilled workforce
With the rapid advancement of technology in this sector, there is a pressing demand for professionals proficient in robotics, artificial intelligence, and engineering. However, the existing pool of talent falls short in meeting these specialized requirements. This scarcity hampers innovation, slows down development processes, and obstructs the potential growth of the industry. Thus, the market is grappling with a critical shortage of skilled workforce.
Covid-19 Impact:
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs) market. Initially, there was a slowdown in production and supply chain disruptions due to lockdowns and restrictions. However, as the pandemic progressed, the demand for UGVs surged, driven by their utility in tasks requiring minimal human interaction, such as surveillance, reconnaissance, and logistics support. This led to an increased focus on autonomous technologies and remote operation capabilities.
The combat support segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
The combat support segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period driven by advancements in technology and increasing demand for autonomous military solutions. These offer critical support functions such as reconnaissance, surveillance, logistics, and communication, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing human risk in combat scenarios. Additionally, governments around the world are allocating significant budgets for defense modernization, further fueling the expansion of the Combat Support in UGVs market.
The navigation system segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
The navigation system segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period driven by advancements in technology and increasing demand for autonomous solutions. These systems, including GPS, LiDAR, and computer vision, enable to navigate complex environments with precision and safety. Key players in the market are investing heavily in research and development to enhance navigation capabilities, ensuring efficient operations in diverse terrains and conditions.
Region with largest share:
North America is projected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period driven by advancements in technology and increasing demand across various sectors. Military and defense applications remain significant, with UGVs being deployed for reconnaissance, surveillance, and logistics support. Technological innovations, including AI, machine learning, and autonomous navigation systems, are enhancing UGV capabilities and expanding their potential applications.
Region with highest CAGR:
Asia Pacific is projected to hold the highest CAGR over the forecast period. Governments across the region were launching initiatives to support the development and adoption of UGVs. Companies in Asia Pacific were forming partnerships and collaborations to leverage each other's expertise and resources in developing them. With a robust infrastructure supporting research and development, the region is poised to maintain its leadership in the market.
Key players in the market
Some of the key players in Unmanned Ground Vehicles market include HORIBA MIRA Ltd, ASELSAN AS, Roboteam, Teledyne FLIR LLC, General Dynamics Corporation, ECA GROUP, Aunav, QinetiQ, Telerob GmbH, Milrem AS, Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd, Textron Inc., Leonardo S.p.A, Rheinmetall AG, Oshkosh Corporation and Peraton Corp.
Key Developments:
In June 2023, Loc Performance and Milrem Robotics announced a collaborative bid for the U.S. Army's Robotic Combat Vehicle-Light (RCV-L) Prototype program. Their proposed vehicle, called the WarLoc, is based on Milrem's Type-X RCV and incorporates technologies from both companies.
In October 2022, BAE Systems Australia and EPE announced a technical partnership to demonstrate advanced autonomous capabilities in Australia. Focused on implementing BAE Systems’ advanced vehicle management systems onto unmanned ground vehicles, the collaboration with EPE aimed to develop soldier support systems for the Australian Army.
Types Covered:
• Reconnaissance
• Combat
• Explosive Ordnance Disposal
• Combat Support
• Other Types
Mobilities Covered:
• Hybrid
• Wheeled
• Tracked
• Legged
Systems Covered:
• Power System
• Payloads
• Navigation System
• Controller System
• Other Systems
Sizes Covered:
• Small
• Medium
• Large
• Very Large
• Extremely Large
Mode of Operations Covered:
• Tethered
• Autonomous
• Teleoperated
Applications Covered:
• Commercial
• Military
• Federal Law Enforcement
• Law Enforcement
• Other Applications
Regions Covered:
• North America
o US
o Canada
o Mexico
• Europe
o Germany
o UK
o Italy
o France
o Spain
o Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
o Japan
o China
o India
o Australia
o New Zealand
o South Korea
o Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
o Argentina
o Brazil
o Chile
o Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
o Saudi Arabia
o UAE
o Qatar
o South Africa
o Rest of Middle East & Africa
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Table of Contents
1 Executive Summary
2 Preface
2.1 Abstract
2.2 Stake Holders
2.3 Research Scope
2.4 Research Methodology
2.4.1 Data Mining
2.4.2 Data Analysis
2.4.3 Data Validation
2.4.4 Research Approach
2.5 Research Sources
2.5.1 Primary Research Sources
2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources
2.5.3 Assumptions
3 Market Trend Analysis
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Drivers
3.3 Restraints
3.4 Opportunities
3.5 Threats
3.6 Application Analysis
3.7 Emerging Markets
3.8 Impact of Covid-19
4 Porters Five Force Analysis
4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
4.2 Bargaining power of buyers
4.3 Threat of substitutes
4.4 Threat of new entrants
4.5 Competitive rivalry
5 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market, By Type
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Reconnaissance
5.3 Combat
5.4 Explosive Ordnance Disposal
5.5 Combat Support
5.6 Other Types
6 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market, By Mobility
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Hybrid
6.3 Wheeled
6.4 Tracked
6.5 Legged
7 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market, By System
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Power System
7.3 Payloads
7.4 Navigation System
7.5 Controller System
7.6 Other Systems
8 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market, By Size
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Small
8.3 Medium
8.4 Large
8.5 Very Large
8.6 Extremely Large
9 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market, By Mode of Operation
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Tethered
9.3 Autonomous
9.4 Teleoperated
10 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market, By Application
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Commercial
10.3 Military
10.4 Federal Law Enforcement
10.5 Law Enforcement
10.6 Other Applications
11 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market, By Geography
11.1 Introduction
11.2 North America
11.2.1 US
11.2.2 Canada
11.2.3 Mexico
11.3 Europe
11.3.1 Germany
11.3.2 UK
11.3.3 Italy
11.3.4 France
11.3.5 Spain
11.3.6 Rest of Europe
11.4 Asia Pacific
11.4.1 Japan
11.4.2 China
11.4.3 India
11.4.4 Australia
11.4.5 New Zealand
11.4.6 South Korea
11.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific
11.5 South America
11.5.1 Argentina
11.5.2 Brazil
11.5.3 Chile
11.5.4 Rest of South America
11.6 Middle East & Africa
11.6.1 Saudi Arabia
11.6.2 UAE
11.6.3 Qatar
11.6.4 South Africa
11.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa
12 Key Developments
12.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures
12.2 Acquisitions & Mergers
12.3 New Product Launch
12.4 Expansions
12.5 Other Key Strategies
13 Company Profiling
13.1 HORIBA MIRA Ltd
13.2 ASELSAN AS
13.3 Roboteam
13.4 Teledyne FLIR LLC
13.5 General Dynamics Corporation
13.6 ECA GROUP
13.7 Aunav
13.8 QinetiQ
13.9 Telerob GmbH
13.10 Milrem AS
13.11 Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd
13.12 Textron Inc.
13.13 Leonardo S.p.A
13.14 Rheinmetall AG
13.15 Oshkosh Corporation
13.16 Peraton Corp.
List of Tables
1 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Region (2021-2030) ($MN)
2 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Type (2021-2030) ($MN)
3 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Reconnaissance (2021-2030) ($MN)
4 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Combat (2021-2030) ($MN)
5 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Explosive Ordnance Disposal (2021-2030) ($MN)
6 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Combat Support (2021-2030) ($MN)
7 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Other Types (2021-2030) ($MN)
8 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Mobility (2021-2030) ($MN)
9 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Hybrid (2021-2030) ($MN)
10 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Wheeled (2021-2030) ($MN)
11 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Tracked (2021-2030) ($MN)
12 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Legged (2021-2030) ($MN)
13 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By System (2021-2030) ($MN)
14 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Power System (2021-2030) ($MN)
15 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Payloads (2021-2030) ($MN)
16 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Navigation System (2021-2030) ($MN)
17 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Controller System (2021-2030) ($MN)
18 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Other Systems (2021-2030) ($MN)
19 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Size (2021-2030) ($MN)
20 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Small (2021-2030) ($MN)
21 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Medium (2021-2030) ($MN)
22 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Large (2021-2030) ($MN)
23 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Very Large (2021-2030) ($MN)
24 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Extremely Large (2021-2030) ($MN)
25 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Mode of Operation (2021-2030) ($MN)
26 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Tethered (2021-2030) ($MN)
27 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Autonomous (2021-2030) ($MN)
28 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Teleoperated (2021-2030) ($MN)
29 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Application (2021-2030) ($MN)
30 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Commercial (2021-2030) ($MN)
31 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Military (2021-2030) ($MN)
32 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Federal Law Enforcement (2021-2030) ($MN)
33 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Law Enforcement (2021-2030) ($MN)
34 Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2021-2030) ($MN)
Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.
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