Counter-drone market to hit $7 billion by 2030

The Business Research Company says the counter-unmanned aerial system market will grow from $2.68 billion in 2025 to $3.26 billion in 2026, then reach $7 billion by 2030. Defense modernization, unauthorized drone threats and demand to protect critical infrastructure are driving the forecast.

Why it matters: - Counter-drone systems are becoming more important as unauthorized drones create security risks for airports, military sites, critical infrastructure and restricted airspace. - The market’s projected jump to $7 billion by 2030 signals rising spending on aerial threat detection and neutralization. - The Business Research Company’s report points to defense modernization and more sophisticated hostile UAVs as major demand drivers.

What happened: - The Business Research Company published a counter-unmanned aerial system market report on Oct. 15, 2026. - The report estimates the market will rise from $2.68 billion in 2025 to $3.26 billion in 2026. - The forecast implies 21.5% growth in 2026. - The report projects the market will reach $7 billion by 2030. - The report says the market will grow at a 21.1% CAGR through 2030. - Download a free sample of the report. - View the full market report.

The details: - Counter-unmanned aerial systems are built to detect, identify, track and neutralize unauthorized or hostile drones. - The systems combine detection and neutralization technologies to improve airspace security. - The report ties historical growth to more unauthorized drone incidents, higher security concerns around critical infrastructure, and wider use of commercial and recreational UAVs. - The report says demand is rising for low-altitude threat defense and protection of sensitive or restricted zones. - Future growth is linked to more complex hostile UAV systems, autonomous drone threat detection, and broader adoption of integrated counter-UAS systems. - The report also cites growing demand for scalable aerial threat monitoring. - North America held the largest market share in 2025. - Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region during the forecast period. - The report covers Asia-Pacific, Southeast Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East and Africa.

Between the lines: - Defense budgets and modernization programs are still a key tailwind for counter-drone technology. - The U.S. Department of Defense announced a $13.5 billion fiscal 2024 budget for cybersecurity and acquisition in March 2023, illustrating the size of spending flowing into related defense capabilities. - The regional split suggests established demand in North America and faster growth opportunities in Asia-Pacific. - The report’s focus on integrated systems suggests buyers may favor platforms that combine sensing and response rather than point solutions.

What's next: - The market will likely keep expanding as drone threats evolve and security buyers look for more automated detection and response tools. - Governments and infrastructure operators are expected to keep investing in counter-UAS capabilities. - The report says adoption of integrated systems and autonomous threat detection will shape the next phase of market growth. - The Business Research Company says its 2026 reports now include market attractiveness scoring, TAM analysis, company scoring matrices, Excel-based forecasting dashboards, market hotspot infographics and updated graphics and tables. - The company lists Saumya Sahay as a contact for more information at marketing@tbrc.info. - More information is also available through the company’s LinkedIn page: LinkedIn.