Consolidated Region 30MM Ammunition Global Market Report 2023 – By Caliber (20mm, 25mm, 30mm, 40mm, Other Calibers), By Ammunition Type (High Explosive Incendiary (HEI), High Explosive Incendiary - Tracer (HEI-T), High Explosive Incendiary/Tracer - Self Destruct (HEI/T-S.D.), Semi-armor Piercing High Explosive Incendiary-Tracer/Self Destruct, Other Ammunitions), By Weapon Type (Autocannon, Rotary Cannon, Naval Gun, Anti-material Gun, Anti-aircraft Gun, Other Weapons), By Platform (Airborne, Naval, Land), By Application (Lethal, Non-lethal) – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2023-2032

Man-portable anti-armor weapons refer to shoulder-fired military weapons such as missiles, rifles, and grenades. Troops can transfer these anti-armor weapons easily from one site to another in order to destroy enemy battle tanks, planes, and other armoured vehicles. These weapons are highly capable of destroying both static and moving targets. The main types of man-portable anti-armor weapons are anti-aircraft missiles, rocket-propelled grenades, anti-tank rifles, and recoilless rifles. Anti-aircraft missiles (AAM) are short-range ballistic missile systems that are man-portable and designed to destroy aerial targets. The technologies involved are guided and unguided weapons, which are used for several applications, such as homeland security and defense. The global man-portable anti-armor weapons market is segmented - 1) By Type: Anti-Aircraft Missiles, Rocket Propelled Grenades, Anti-Tank Rifles, Recoilless Rifle 2) By Technology: Guided Weapons, Unguided Weapons 3) By Application: Homeland Security, Defense The global man-portable anti-armor weapons market size is expected to grow from $5.32 billion in 2022 to $5.67 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The global man-portable anti-armor weapons market size is expected to reach $7.01 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 5.45%. An increase in defense budgets is expected to propel the growth of the man-portable anti-armor weapons market. The defense budget is the amount of the federal budget devoted to defense, which pays for personnel, training, and medical expenses, in addition to the maintenance and acquisition of weapons and equipment. The increase in defense budgets makes it easier to implement costly but necessary missile defense system technologies. For instance, in April 2022, according to a report published by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), a Sweden-based international research institute, global military spending surpasses $2 trillion. Total global military spending increased by 0.7% in real terms in 2021, reaching $2113 billion. In 2021, spending will rise for the seventh consecutive year. Russia upped its military budget by 2.9% to $65.9 billion in 2021 as it strengthened its forces along the Ukrainian border. China is expected to spend $293 billion on its military forces in 2021, a 4.7% increase over the previous year. Therefore, an increase in defense budgets is driving the growth of the man-portable anti-armor weapons market. Major players in the man-portable anti-armor weapons market are Lockheed Martin Corporation, Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL), General Dynamics Corporation, Saab AB, Raytheon Company, Thales Group, BAE Systems PLC, MBDA, Konstruktorskoye Byuro Mashynostroyeniya (KBM), Nammo, Rostec State Corporation, Elbit Systems Ltd, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd, Denel Dynamics, and Northrop Grumman. Product innovations have emerged as a key trend gaining popularity in the man-portable anti-armor weapons market. Major companies operating in the man-portable anti-armor weapons market are focused on introducing new products to strengthen their position in the market. For instance, in December 2021, MBDA Missile Systems, a France-based developer and manufacturer of missiles, introduced the new MPCV/MMP (Multi-Purpose Combat Vehicle) anti-tank guided missile weapon station, which is the most advanced high-firepower weapon system that has been especially created to satisfy the most demanding demands of contemporary combat in both complicated urban and open battlefield conditions. The turret has four ready-to-fire missiles, electro-optical sensors, a small caliber cannon, and a firing console built inside the vehicle. Known as the MMP (Missile Moyenne Portée), this French anti-tank guided missile is man-portable. MMP (Missile Moyenne Portée) is a French man-portable anti-tank guided missile. In November 2021, True Velocity, a US-based technology and composite manufacturing company, acquired LoneStar Future Weapons for approximately $84 million. Through this acquisition, True Velocity is armed with an innovative approach for developing man-portable lightweight ammunition and advanced manufacturing technologies by leveraging LoneStar Future Weapons' extensive expertise in research and design, quality control, and precision manufacturing. LoneStar Future Weapons is a US-based manufacturer of man-portable weapon systems for military applications. North America was the largest region in the man-portable anti-armor weapons market in 2022. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global man-portable anti-armor weapons market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the global man-portable anti-armor weapons market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the man-portable anti-armor weapons market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The man-portable anti-armor weapons market consists of sales of shoulder-launched anti-tank rockets and javelin weapon system. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). 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Remote weapon stations refer to remotely operated equipment used in open battle conditions, designed for dynamic or static operation, and utilized in ships, ground vehicles, and aircraft, including firing units, and optical and imaging systems. It is used to monitor the perimeter of the vehicle platform, identify different ground, or air targets, and detect and attack targets with accuracy. The major component in a remote weapon station is the payload, sensors, human-machine interface (HMI), fire control station, and other components. The payload refers to the carrying capacity of an aircraft or launch vehicle, which is normally quantified in terms of weight. The various technologies include close-in weapon systems, remote-controlled gun systems, and other technology, used on various platforms such as land, naval, and airborne. These are used in military and homeland security applications. The global remote weapon station market is segmented - 1) By Component: Payload, Sensors, Human Machine Interface (HMI), Fire Control Station, Other Components 2) By Technology: Close-in Weapon Systems, Remote Controlled Gun Systems, Other Technologies 3) By Platform: Land, Naval, Airborne 4) By Application: Military, Homeland Security The global remote weapon station is expected to grow from $10.66 billion in 2022 to $11.95 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.1%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The market size of global remote weapon station is expected to reach $18.20 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 11.1%. The increase in demand for remote weapon stations for military applications is expected to propel the growth of the remote weapon station market going forward. A remote weapon station is a unit of remotely controlled equipment used in aircraft, ships, and ground vehicles employed in open combat scenarios. Remote weapon stations help the military sector by enhancing precise target engagement against fixed and moving targets, tackling cross-border conflicts, peacekeeping actions, humanitarian operations, and others to improve the nation’s security. For instance, in January 2021, according to the Mittler Report Verlag GmbH article, a Germany-based journal website, approximately 23 countries are using the PROTECTOR family of RWS (remote weapon stations) that range from 5.56 mm MG up to 30 mm cannon and anti-tank guided weapons) to enhance their nation’s security. Therefore, increasing demand for remote weapon stations for military applications is driving the growth of the remote weapon stations market. Major players in the market are Aselsan A.S., BAE Systems PLC, Elbit Systems Ltd., Electro Optic Systems Pty Ltd., General Dynamics Corporation, Fn Herstal S.A., Imi Systems Ltd., Kongsberg Gruppen ASA, Leonardo SpA, Moog Inc., Raytheon Company, Rheinmetall AG, SAAB AB, ST Engineering, and Kollmorgen. Technological advancements are the key trend gaining popularity in the remote weapon station market. Major companies operating in the remote weapon station market are developing new technologies to sustain their position in the remote weapon station market. For instance, in May 2022, Electro Optic Systems, an Australia-based company that develops and produces electro-optic technologies for the defense, space, and communications markets, launched the R400 Marine (R400-M) remote weapon station (RWS). The unique features of the R400 Marine (R400-M) include a machine gun, a 30 mm lightweight cannon, and an automatic grenade launcher with improved integrated ballistic technology. It analyses range and ambient environment data, weapon and ammunition data, vehicle attitude and dynamics, and attitude and dynamics data to provide the first-round hit probability. In April 2020, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, a US-based aerospace, and defense company that builds remote weapon stations, merged with United Technologies Corporation. This merger is expected to introduce innovative technologies across high-value areas such as hypersonics, directed energy, avionics, and cybersecurity. United Technologies Corporation is a US-based company that provides high-technology systems and services to the building and aerospace industries. Europe was the largest region in the remote weapon station market in 2022. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the remote weapon station market report forecast period. The regions covered in the remote weapon station industry report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the remote weapon station market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, and the USA. The remote weapon stations market includes revenues earned by entities by providing target tracking and image stabilization, gyroscopic stabilisation. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included. 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Non-lethal weapons (NLW) are weapons, devices, and munitions that are explicitly designed and primarily employed to immediately incapacitate targeted personnel or material while minimizing fatalities, damage to the environment or targeted property, as well as harm to employees. They can be used either as a less harmful alternative to weapons or in instances when some degree of force is required. The main product types of non-lethal weapons are gases and sprays, grenades, bullets, tasers and others. A “spray” is a moving collection of drips that are dispersed all over a gas The carrier gas used to feed the powder consumable is an inert gas like argon or nitrogen. The technologies include chemicals, electroshock, mechanical and kinetic forces, acoustics, and light, and others with end users such as law enforcement agencies, military forces, and citizens. The global non-lethal weapons market is segmented - 1) By Product Type: Gases and Sprays, Grenades, Bullets, Taser Guns, Other Products 2) By Technology: Chemical, Electroshock , Mechanical and Kinetic, Acoustic and Light, Other Technology 3) By End-Users: Law Enforcement Agencies, Military, Citizens The global non-lethal weapons market size is expected to grow from $7.06 billion in 2022 to $7.58 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The global non-lethal weapons market size is expected to grow to $9.93 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 7.0%. An increase in the degree of political disputes and civil unrest is propelling the growth of the non-lethal weapons (NLW) market going forward. Civil unrest refers to more than one person coming together in response to an event with the intent of causing a public disturbance. This includes riots, armed insurrection against the law, border violations, violent protests or disorder (but not peaceful demonstrations), arson, looting, and occupying institutional buildings. Political disputes, violence, and civil unrest have been rising globally, creating demand for protection systems such as non-lethal weapons. For instance, in May 2021, according to the Global Peace Index, which is the most essential element of international peace, by the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP), an Australia-based global think tank, during 2020, there was a 10% global increase in civil disturbances. According to the research, the primary causes of this discomfort include increasing lockdowns, COVID-19 restrictions, and increased tensions due to economic turmoil. Therefore, increasing the degree of political disputes and civil unrest has contributed to the growth of the non-lethal weapons (NLW) market. Major players in the non-lethal weapons market are Armament Systems & Procedures Inc., Amtec Less-Lethal Systems Inc., Lamperd Less Lethal Inc., Combined Systems Inc., FN Herstal S.A., Nonlethal Technologies Inc., Axon Enterprise Inc., Condor Non-Lethal Technologies, United Tactical Systems LLC, ALS Less-Lethal Systems Inc., ISPRA by Ei Ltd., Pepperball Technologies Inc., Rheinmentall AG, Safariland LLC, and Zarc International Inc. Major companies operating in the non-lethal weapons market are focused on developing innovative solutions to strengthen their position in the market. For instance, in May 2021, Wrap Technologies, Inc., a US-based public safety technology and services company, released footage of a successful Bola Wrap deployment. Bola Wrap is a one-of-a-kind handheld de-escalation and arrest device that attaches a Kevlar tether to disobedient suspects and people in distress while keeping them at a safe distance. Modern non-lethal weapons lessen the need for tools that cause an individual harm or induce suffering to induce obedience. In May 2021, Byrna Technologies Inc., a US-based company that operates as a non-lethal defense technology company, acquired the assets of Mission Less Lethal for an undisclosed deal amount. With this acquisition, Byrna added additional products to its business. Mission Less Lethal is a US-based company that produces non-lethal launchers such as.68 caliber for law enforcement and other security professionals. North America was the largest region in the non-lethal weapons market in 2022. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global non-lethal weapons market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the global non-lethal weapons market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the non-lethal weapons market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The non-lethal weapons market consists of sales of pepper spray, tear gas, electric-shock weapons, rubber and plastic bullets, water cannon, and acoustic weapons. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. 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Small arms and light weapons refer to light weapons that are used by two or more persons as a crew such as pistols, rifles, submachine guns, assault rifles, and light machine guns. The main types of small arms and light weapons are small arms and light weapons. Small arms, also known as firearms or guns, are man-portable lethal weapons designed for individual use that can expel or launch a shot, bullet, or projectile via explosive action. The weapon calibers are 14.5mm, 12.7mm, 9mm, 7.62mm, and 5.56mm, and the firing systems are recoil-operated, gas-operated, and manual. The applications of small arms and light weapons include military and law enforcement that is used by defense, civil and commercial sectors. The global small arms and light weapons market is segmented - 1) By Type: Small Arms, Light Weapons 2) By Application: Military, Law Enforcement 3) By Caliber: 14.5mm, 12.7 mm, 9 mm, 7.62mm, 5.56mm 4) By End-Use Sector: Defense, Civil & Commercial 5) By Action: Semi-Automatic, Automatic6) By Firing Systems: Recoil-Operated, Gas-Operated, Manual The global small arms and light weapons market size will grow from $12.07 billion in 2022 to $12.9 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The market size of the global small arms and light weapons is expected to grow to $15.54 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 4.8%. Increased defense spending is expected to fuel the growth of the small arms and light weapons market over the forecast period. Countries around the world are investing in defense because of their conflicts and rivalries with other nations. For instance, in April 2022, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), a Sweden-based international research institute on arms control, arms transfers, and non-proliferation, in 2021, total global military spending was expected to increase by 0.7% in real terms to $2113 billion. This was the seventh year in a row that spending increased. Military R&D funding in the United States increased by 24% between 2012 and 2021, while China, the world's second-largest spender, allocated an estimated $293 billion to its military in 2021, a 4.7% increase over 2020. China's military spending has increased for the past 27 years. Therefore, increased defense spending drives the small arms and light weapons market growth. Major players in the small arms and light weapons market are Beretta S.p.A., FN Herstel, Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation, SIG Sauer, Carl Walther GmbH., and GLOCK Ges m.b. H, Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC., Lockheed Martin Corporation, Thales Group, SAAB AB, Glock Ges. m.b.H., Browning Arms Company, Heckler and Koch, Sturm Ruger & Company, and Alliant Techsystems. The strict government legislation against the possession of firearms is expected to impede the development of the small arms and light weapons market in the forecast period. Countries around the world have tightened their weapons laws, making it much more challenging for regular people to own a firearm, as mass shooting events are on the rise. For instance, in May 2022, the Government of Canada, announced the introduction of new legislation to strengthen Canadian gun control and protect Canadians from gun violence. Bill C-21 proposes some of the most stringent gun control measures in over 40 years. Implementing a national handgun freeze to prevent individuals from bringing newly acquired handguns into Canada as well as buying, selling, and transferring handguns within the country, removing firearms licenses from those involved in acts of domestic violence or criminal harassment, such as stalking. as well as others. Therefore, the strict government legislation against the possession of firearms restrains the growth of the small arms and light weapons market. Growing technological advancements are a major trend gaining popularity in the small arms and light weapons market. Major companies operating in the small arms and light weapons market are focused on developing advanced technology solutions for small arms and light weapons. For instance, in August 2021, MZA Associates Corp., a US-based laser weapons company, announced that they collaborated with the US military to develop a compact, portable, low-cost, and reliable C-UAS HELWS to damage or destroy unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) that are violating the airspace of military bases or other sensitive installations. In September 2020, Sturm, Ruger, and Company, an American-based company that manufactures rugged, reliable firearms for the commercial sporting market, acquired Marlin Firearms assets for $30 million. The acquisition will help Sturm, Ruger, and Company widen their diverse product offerings. Marlin Firearms is an American-based arms manufacturing company. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the small arms and weapons market in 2022. Western Europe is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global small arms and light weapons market during the forecast period. The regions covered in the global small arms and light weapons market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the small arms and light weapons market are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, and USA. The small arms and light weapons market consists of sales of pistols, rifles, submachine guns, assault rifles, and light machine guns. Values in this market are factory gate values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. 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The directed energy weapons refer to a system that uses energy primarily as a direct means to disable, harm, or destroy enemy facilities, equipment, and troops. The directed energy weapons use technologies that focus electromagnetic energy or create atomic or subatomic particles. High-powered radio frequency or microwave devices, charged or neutral particle beam weapons, and high-energy lasers are some of the direct energy weapons. The main types of directed energy weapons are lethal weapons and non-lethal weapons. Lethal weapons refer to firearms or devices that can cause significant physical harm or death. Lethal weapons include nuclear weapons, rifles, submarines, and others. High-energy laser, high-power microwave, electromagnetic, and sonic are technologies used. These weapons are used by land, airborne, and naval army & defense. The global directed energy weapons market is segmented - 1) By Product: Lethal Weapons, Non-Lethal Weapons 2) By Technology: High Energy Laser, High Power Microwave, Electromagnetic Weapons, Sonic Weapons 3) By End-User: Land, Airborne, Naval The global directed energy weapons market size grew from $4.56 billion in 2022 to $5.69 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 24.8%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The market size of the directed energy weapons market is expected to grow to $13.47 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 24.0%. The rising modernization and investment in military platforms drive the directed energy weapons market. A war for power is going on globally, which needs modernization and increased investment in military and defense. Every country wants to remain in power and compete with its competitors, so they are adopting advanced and modern weapons, such as directed energy weapons. According to the International Institute for Strategic Studies, an authority on global security, political risk, and military conflict, global defense spending increased by 3.9% annually to $1.83 trillion in 2020. The military budgets were maintained despite severe economic contractions due to COVID-19. Global defense spending as a percentage of GDP grew substantially from an average of 1.85% in 2019 to 2.08% in 2020. Therefore, such investments in military and defense will propel the directed energy weapons market. Major players in the directed energy weapons market are Lockheed Martin Corporation, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Raytheon Company, Boeing, BAE Systems PLC, Textron Inc., Rheinmetall AG, L3Harris Technologies Inc., Moog Inc., QinetiQ, Leonardo Electronics US Inc., General Atomics, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd., Dynetics Inc., and Kord Technologies. Technological advancement is a key trend gaining popularity in the directed energy weapons market. The major companies operating in the directed energy weapons market focus on developing weapons integrated with artificial intelligence. Artificial intelligence will enable systems for comprehensive networking of command, control, and communication for weapons like hypersonic weapons. For instance, in June 2022, Chinese military researchers claimed to have created artificial intelligence technology that can predict a hypersonic glide missile's trajectory as it closes in on a target at a speed greater than five times the speed of sound. In October 2020, Lockheed Martin, a US-based aerospace, arms, defense, information security, and technology company, acquired Integration Innovation Inc's i3 Hypersonic portfolio for an undisclosed amount. With this acquisition, Lockheed Martin can strategically broaden its portfolio and build and implement hypersonic-specific technological solutions that aid the warfighter. Integration Innovation Inc is a US-based company that specializes in hypersonic weapon system design, development, integrations, and testing. North America was the largest region in the directed energy weapons market share in 2022. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in directed energy weapons market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the directed energy weapons market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The directed energy weapons market consists of sales of particle beam and plasma. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). 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Light weapons refer to weapons designed for use by two or three persons serving as a crew can be carried and used by a single person. These are incendiary devices, crew-served kinetic firearms, or shoot explosive munitions. The main types of light weapons includes HMG, light cannon, MANPAT, mortar, MANPAD, grenades, missiles, launcher, ATW, and landmines. The HMG (heavy machine gun) are the weapons that can fire 500 to 1,000 rounds per minute and will keep firing as long as the trigger is pressed back, or the ammo supply is depleted. These weapons are made from materials such as steel and polymers technologies used in these weapons include guided and unguided. The main application of light weapons are in defense and homeland security. The global light weapons market is segmented - 1) By Type: HMG, Light Cannon, MANPAT, Mortar, MANPAD, Grenades, Missiles, Launcher, ATW, Landmine 2) By Application: Defense, Homeland Security 3) By Technology: Guided, Unguided 4) By Materials: Steel, Polymers The global light weapons market size grew from $11.29 billion in 2022 to $12.58 billion in 2023, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.4%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The market size of global light weapons is expected to grow to $18.39 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 10.0%. The increase in instances of terrorist activities and conflicts and the rise in the number of illegal activities will propel the growth of the light weapons market. Terrorist acts entail the use or threat of violence to instil fear in a large number of people, not only the direct victims. Light weapons such as pistols, rifles, submachine guns, assault rifles, and light machine guns are used by law regulators to control terror activities. As terrorist activities, conflicts, and illegal activities grow, there will be an increased demand for light weapons to mitigate them. For instance, according to the Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), an American think tank, in the United States, the number of terrorist attacks increased from 1.5% to 6.4% between 2019 and 2020, which raises the security issue in a country. Thus, the increasing instances of terrorist activities and conflicts and the rise in the number of illegal activities which will contribute to the growth of the light weapons market. Major players in the light weapons market are Lockheed Martin Corporation, Alliant Techsystems Inc., Rheinmetall AG, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Thales Group, Heckler & Koch, F. N. Herstal, SAAB AB, MBDA Inc., BAE Systems plc, Rostec, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd., General Dynamics Corporation, John Cockerill (Cockerill Maintenance), Elbit Systems, Arsenal JSCo, and Indian Ordnance Factories Organization. The evolution of technology is a key trend gaining popularity in the light weapons market. Technology is shaping how wars are fought, borders are protected, crooks are caught, and individual rights are defined. The evolution of technology has led to the development of guided weapons with a high target hit ratio, which is supported through a range of accessories. Weapon sights, night vision equipment, targeting lasers, laser rangefinders, and fire control systems are just a few examples. For instance, in November 2021, the Bangladesh Navy received the QW-18A MANPADS (Man Portable Air Defense Missile System) from China. The QW-18A MANPADS is an upgraded version of the QW-18 which offers electric-servo control actuators which will increase the guidance and flight characteristics and will offer the air defense system with improved capability against supersonic cruise missiles. In September 2020, Adani Land Defence Systems Technologies Ltd., an Indian manufacturer of defense equipment and an arm of Adani Enterprises acquired a 51% stake in PLR Systems Private Ltd for an undisclosed amount. With this acquisition of a major stake, Adani and IWI (an existing shareholder in PLR) will offer indigenously manufactured defense equipment to the army personnel and an equal number of paramilitary forces and state police forces. PLR Systems Private Limited is an Indian aerospace and defense company offering light weapons. North America was the largest region in the light weapons market in 2022. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the light weapons market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the light weapons market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK and USA. The light weapons market consists of sales of assault rifles, pistols, rifles, and submachine guns.  Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products. The light weapons market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides light weapons market statistics, including light weapons industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a light weapons market share, detailed light weapons market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the light weapons industry. This light weapons market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.

The shoulder fired weapons refer to a weapon that is shot while being held in the hands and having its butt pressed up against a shoulder. The global shoulder fired weapons market is segmented – 1) By Type: Guided, Unguided 2) By Component: Launcher, Ammunition 3) By Application: Defense, Home Security, Others The global shoulder fired weapons market size grew from $6.52 billion in 2022 to $7.47 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.6%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The market size of the global shoulder fired weapons is expected to grow to $11.97 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 12.5%. The increase in defense expenditures is expected to drive the shoulder-fired weapons market. The defense expenditure is increasing to remain in power and secure the position of a country. Armed forces use shoulder-fired weapons throughout the world for defense and safety. The use of shoulder-fired weapons gives a considerable advantage to troops by engaging targets without worrying about the strike's accuracy and the weapon's weight. According to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), India's military spending grew to USD 76.6 billion in 2021, a 0.9% rise over the previous year. Therefore, an increase in defense expenditure drives the shoulder-fired weapons market. Major players in the shoulder fired weapons market are Lockheed Martin Corporation, Thales Group, Saab AB, MBDA, Raytheon Company, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, Denel Soc Ltd., JSC SPA Bazalt, Roketsan AS, General Dynamic Corporation, AirTronic USA LLC, BAE Systems PLC, Machinery and Chemical Industry Inc., China North Industries Group Co Ltd., Rheinmetall AG, and SIATT. The development of recoilless artillery is a key trend in the shoulder-fired weapons market. Recoilless weapons are direct-fire weapons differentiated by a method of operation in which propellant gases (or another counter-mass such as powder or liquid) are released from the back of the barrel to balance the recoil caused by the projectile's forward motion. This eliminates the bulky and inconvenient recoil-counteracting equipment of a typical cannon, allowing for a thinner-walled barrel. As a result, it is possible to launch a relatively large projectile from a platform that would otherwise be incapable of carrying the weight or recoil of a comparable-sized conventional cannon. In May 2022, Sweden's military said it would be acquiring a new sort of ammunition for a weapon it already owns, the Carl Gustaf Recoilless Rifle. Carl Gustaf belongs to a heritage of recoilless rifles with hollow tubes for large-caliber explosives that include spiral grooves in the barrel to assist the precision of the shots discharged. In November 2021, True Velocity, a US-based technology company that produces the most modern composite cased munitions, acquired LoneStar Future Weapons for $84 million. With a strategic acquisition, True Velocity is armed with an innovative approach to developing lightweight ammunition and advanced manufacturing technologies, leveraging LoneStar Future Weapons' extensive expertise in research and design, precision manufacturing, quality control, and production efficiency. LoneStar Future Weapons is a Texas-based, cutting-edge technological business dedicated to developing next-generation defense solutions. North America was the largest region in the shoulder fired weapons market in 2022. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the shoulder fired weapons market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the shoulder fired weapons market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK and USA. The shoulder fired weapons market consists of sales of rocket-propellant grenade and bazooka. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products. The main types of shoulder-fired weapons are guided and unguided. Guided should fired weapons refer to weapons whose path may be changed while in flight by a radar device. These weapons have a launcher and ammunition. These weapons are used for defense, home security, and others. The shoulder fired weapons market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides shoulder fired weapons market statistics, including shoulder fired weapons industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a shoulder fired weapons market share, detailed shoulder fired weapons market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the shoulder fired weapons industry. 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A smart weapons refers to computer-guided weapons embedded with sensors and guided systems. These precision-guided weapons can hit targets with high accuracy and precision and are operated remotely, assisted by the use of external operating systems. The main types of smart weapons include air-to-ground missiles, surface-to-air missiles, smart bombs, sensor-fused weapons, directed energy weapons, precision artillery munitions, electromagnetic pulse weapons, smart bullets, and other smart weapons. Air-to-ground missiles refer to missiles fired from military aircraft to hit ground targets on land, at sea, or both. The different smart weapons technologies include laser guidance, infrared guidance, radar guidance, and satellite guidance used on platforms including air, naval, and land. The global smart weapons market is segmented – 1) By Type: Air-to-ground Missiles, Surface-to-air Missiles, Smart Bombs, Sensor Fused Weapons, Directed Energy Weapons, Precision Artillery Munitions, Electromagnetic Pulse Weapons, Smart Bullets, Other Smart Weapons 2) By Platform: Air, Naval, Land 3) By Technology: Laser Guidance, Infrared Guidance, Radar Guidance, Satellite Guidance The global smart weapons market size grew from $13.77 billion in 2022 to $15.2 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.4%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The market size of smart weapons is expected to grow to $21.11 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 8.6%. The increasing global and regional instability is driving the growth of the smart weapons market. Transnational and regional instability refers to the political instability in neighboring countries. Many countries have adopted smart weapons to protect themselves from rising regional instability and to protect themselves from threats by neighboring countries. For instance, according to the Global Peace Index from the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP), in 2020 political instability increased, with twice as many countries deteriorating as improving. The economic impact of violence increased in 2020 to $14.96 trillion due to an increase in global military expenditure, which rose by 3.7% over the previous year. Therefore, the increasing transnational and regional instability drives the smart weapons market. Major players in the smart weapons market are Lockheed Martin, MBDA, Inc., Orbital ATK, General Dynamics Corporation, BAE Systems, The Boeing Co., Textron, Inc., MBDA, Northrop Grumman, Raytheon Company, Rheinmetall AG, Thales Group, Israel Aerospace Industries, Denel Dynamics, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. BAE Systems, L-3 Fuzing And Ordnance Systems Inc., L3Harris Technologies Inc., Alliant Techsystems Inc., Airbus Group, Leonardo-Finmeccanica, Saab AB, Aselsan A.S., Diehl Stiftung & Co. KG, General Dynamics, OTO Melara S.P.A, United Technologies Corporation, China Aerospace Science & Industry Corp, Orbital ATK, Textron Inc., IAI, and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. Increasing strategic partnerships and collaborations is a key trend gaining popularity in the smart weapons market. For instance, in February 2021, German automotive and arms manufacturer Rheinmetall Denel Munition and American aerospace and defense technology company Northrop Grumman signed a ten-year deal to develop ammunition technologies for future artillery operations. By equipping 155mm artillery rounds with an integrated M1156 precision guidance kit, the agreement focuses on precision-guided enhanced range artillery ammunition solutions (PGK). In July 2020, UK-based aerospace company BAE Systems acquired the Collins Aerospace Military Global Positioning System (GPS) business from Raytheon Technologies Corporation for an undisclosed amount. The deal augments BAE Systems’ existing electronic systems portfolio through the addition of robust GPS anti-jamming and anti-spoofing technology that enables reliable navigation and guidance for a range of defense missions. Raytheon Technologies Corporation is a US-based aerospace and defense company. North America was the largest region in the smart weapons market in 2022 and is also expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the smart weapons market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the smart weapons market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The smart weapons market consists of sales of precision-guided bombs, guided bullets, and smart land mines. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products. The smart weapons market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides smart weapons market statistics, including smart weapons industry, global smart weapons market size, regional shares, competitors with a smart weapons market share, detailed smart weapons market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the smart weapons industry. This smart weapons market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.