Product Code: SR112025A10180
The global man portable military electronics market size reached USD 4.7 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 6.5 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 3.72% during 2025-2033. Increasing need for advanced communication systems, rising focus on soldier modernization programs, surging demand for unmanned systems and robotics, and escalating need for advanced surveillance and reconnaissance systems represent some of the key factors driving the market.
Man-portable military electronics are cutting-edge devices that play a vital role in modern warfare. They are designed to be carried and operated by individual soldiers, providing them with enhanced situational awareness, communication capabilities, and tactical advantages on the battlefield. They are constructed with robust materials and advanced technologies and are built to withstand harsh environments and the rigors of combat. Man-portable military electronics typically consist of several key components, including a ruggedized casing, a power source (such as batteries or fuel cells), a processor, memory, various sensors (such as GPS, thermal imaging, and night vision), wireless communication modules, and display interfaces. The components perform critical functions, such as real-time intelligence gathering, target acquisition, navigation, communication with command centers, and data sharing among troops. Their advantages are manifold, including enhanced situational awareness of soldiers, allowing them to identify and assess threats accurately. Moreover, they facilitate seamless communication between troops, improving coordination and synchronization on the battlefield. In comparison to traditional methods, man-portable military electronics offer a significant improvement in mobility, agility, and efficiency as they consolidate multiple functionalities into a compact and lightweight form factor. Currently, handheld radios, ruggedized tablets, personal navigation devices, and individual soldier systems are some of the commonly available product variants.
Man Portable Military Electronics Market Trends:
The increasing need for advanced communication systems on the battlefield has surged the demand for man portable military electronics that provide reliable and secure communication channels for soldiers. This is further bolstered by the rising focus on soldier modernization programs by defense agencies. In line with this, governments of various nations are investing in advanced equipment and systems to enhance the capabilities of their soldiers in the field, which is acting as another growth-inducing factor. Concurrent with this, the growing emphasis on lightweight and portable electronics for enhanced mobility has compelled key manufacturers to develop compact and rugged devices, further fueling the market growth. Additionally, the increasing demand for unmanned systems and robotics in military operations and the rising military expenditure are contributing to the market growth. Moreover, the growing focus on soldier safety and security and the escalating need for advanced surveillance and reconnaissance systems are providing an impetus to the market growth.
Key Market Segmentation:
Product Insights:
- Portable Radio
- Weapon Sight and Scopes
- Thermal Imaging Systems
- M-UAV (Mini Unmanned Aerial Vehicles)
- Others
Application Insights:
- ISTAR (Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance)
- Communication
- Command and Control
- Optronics
- Force Protection
- Others
End User Insights:
- Army
- Navy
- Airforce
- Homeland Security
Regional Insights:
- North America
- United States
- Canada
- Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Australia
- Indonesia
- Others
- Europe
- Germany
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Spain
- Russia
- Others
- Latin America
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Others
- Middle East and Africa
- The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada); Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, North America was the largest market for man portable military electronics. Some of the factors driving the North America man portable military electronics market included rising defense expenditure, technological advancements, and increasing demand for integrated systems that offer multiple functionalities.
Competitive Landscape:
- The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the global man portable military electronics market. Detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided. Some of the companies covered include Elbit Systems Ltd., General Dynamics Corporation, L3Harris Technologies Inc, Leonardo S.p.A., Safran, Thales Group, etc. Kindly note that this only represents a partial list of companies, and the complete list has been provided in the report.
Key Questions Answered in This Report:
- How has the global man portable military electronics market performed so far, and how will it perform in the coming years?
- What are the drivers, restraints, and opportunities in the global man portable military electronics market?
- What is the impact of each driver, restraint, and opportunity on the global man portable military electronics market?
- What are the key regional markets?
- Which countries represent the most attractive man portable military electronics market?
- What is the breakup of the market based on the product?
- Which is the most attractive product in the man portable military electronics market?
- What is the breakup of the market based on the application?
- Which is the most attractive application in the man portable military electronics market?
- What is the breakup of the market based on the end user?
- Which is the most attractive end user in the man portable military electronics market?
- What is the competitive structure of the global man portable military electronics market?
- Who are the key players/companies in the global man portable military electronics market?
Table of Contents
1 Preface
2 Scope and Methodology
- 2.1 Objectives of the Study
- 2.2 Stakeholders
- 2.3 Data Sources
- 2.3.1 Primary Sources
- 2.3.2 Secondary Sources
- 2.4 Market Estimation
- 2.4.1 Bottom-Up Approach
- 2.4.2 Top-Down Approach
- 2.5 Forecasting Methodology
3 Executive Summary
4 Introduction
- 4.1 Overview
- 4.2 Key Industry Trends
5 Global Man Portable Military Electronics Market
- 5.1 Market Overview
- 5.2 Market Performance
- 5.3 Impact of COVID-19
- 5.4 Market Forecast
6 Market Breakup by Product
- 6.1 Portable Radio
- 6.1.1 Market Trends
- 6.1.2 Market Forecast
- 6.2 Weapon Sight and Scopes
- 6.2.1 Market Trends
- 6.2.2 Market Forecast
- 6.3 Thermal Imaging Systems
- 6.3.1 Market Trends
- 6.3.2 Market Forecast
- 6.4 M-UAV (Mini Unmanned Aerial Vehicles)
- 6.4.1 Market Trends
- 6.4.2 Market Forecast
- 6.5 Others
- 6.5.1 Market Trends
- 6.5.2 Market Forecast
7 Market Breakup by Application
- 7.1 ISTAR (Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance)
- 7.1.1 Market Trends
- 7.1.2 Market Forecast
- 7.2 Communication
- 7.2.1 Market Trends
- 7.2.2 Market Forecast
- 7.3 Command and Control
- 7.3.1 Market Trends
- 7.3.2 Market Forecast
- 7.4 Optronics
- 7.4.1 Market Trends
- 7.4.2 Market Forecast
- 7.5 Force Protection
- 7.5.1 Market Trends
- 7.5.2 Market Forecast
- 7.6 Others
- 7.6.1 Market Trends
- 7.6.2 Market Forecast
8 Market Breakup by End User
- 8.1 Army
- 8.1.1 Market Trends
- 8.1.2 Market Forecast
- 8.2 Navy
- 8.2.1 Market Trends
- 8.2.2 Market Forecast
- 8.3 Airforce
- 8.3.1 Market Trends
- 8.3.2 Market Forecast
- 8.4 Homeland Security
- 8.4.1 Market Trends
- 8.4.2 Market Forecast
9 Market Breakup by Region
- 9.1 North America
- 9.1.1 United States
- 9.1.1.1 Market Trends
- 9.1.1.2 Market Forecast
- 9.1.2 Canada
- 9.1.2.1 Market Trends
- 9.1.2.2 Market Forecast
- 9.2 Asia-Pacific
- 9.2.1 China
- 9.2.1.1 Market Trends
- 9.2.1.2 Market Forecast
- 9.2.2 Japan
- 9.2.2.1 Market Trends
- 9.2.2.2 Market Forecast
- 9.2.3 India
- 9.2.3.1 Market Trends
- 9.2.3.2 Market Forecast
- 9.2.4 South Korea
- 9.2.4.1 Market Trends
- 9.2.4.2 Market Forecast
- 9.2.5 Australia
- 9.2.5.1 Market Trends
- 9.2.5.2 Market Forecast
- 9.2.6 Indonesia
- 9.2.6.1 Market Trends
- 9.2.6.2 Market Forecast
- 9.2.7 Others
- 9.2.7.1 Market Trends
- 9.2.7.2 Market Forecast
- 9.3 Europe
- 9.3.1 Germany
- 9.3.1.1 Market Trends
- 9.3.1.2 Market Forecast
- 9.3.2 France
- 9.3.2.1 Market Trends
- 9.3.2.2 Market Forecast
- 9.3.3 United Kingdom
- 9.3.3.1 Market Trends
- 9.3.3.2 Market Forecast
- 9.3.4 Italy
- 9.3.4.1 Market Trends
- 9.3.4.2 Market Forecast
- 9.3.5 Spain
- 9.3.5.1 Market Trends
- 9.3.5.2 Market Forecast
- 9.3.6 Russia
- 9.3.6.1 Market Trends
- 9.3.6.2 Market Forecast
- 9.3.7 Others
- 9.3.7.1 Market Trends
- 9.3.7.2 Market Forecast
- 9.4 Latin America
- 9.4.1 Brazil
- 9.4.1.1 Market Trends
- 9.4.1.2 Market Forecast
- 9.4.2 Mexico
- 9.4.2.1 Market Trends
- 9.4.2.2 Market Forecast
- 9.4.3 Others
- 9.4.3.1 Market Trends
- 9.4.3.2 Market Forecast
- 9.5 Middle East and Africa
- 9.5.1 Market Trends
- 9.5.2 Market Breakup by Country
- 9.5.3 Market Forecast
10 Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
- 10.1 Overview
- 10.2 Drivers
- 10.3 Restraints
- 10.4 Opportunities
11 Value Chain Analysis
12 Porters Five Forces Analysis
- 12.1 Overview
- 12.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 12.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 12.4 Degree of Competition
- 12.5 Threat of New Entrants
- 12.6 Threat of Substitutes
13 Price Analysis
14 Competitive Landscape
- 14.1 Market Structure
- 14.2 Key Players
- 14.3 Profiles of Key Players
- 14.3.1 Elbit Systems Ltd.
- 14.3.1.1 Company Overview
- 14.3.1.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.3.2 General Dynamics Corporation
- 14.3.2.1 Company Overview
- 14.3.2.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.3.3 L3Harris Technologies Inc.
- 14.3.3.1 Company Overview
- 14.3.3.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.3.4 Leonardo S.p.A.
- 14.3.4.1 Company Overview
- 14.3.4.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.3.5 Safran
- 14.3.5.1 Company Overview
- 14.3.5.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.3.6 Thales Group
- 14.3.6.1 Company Overview
- 14.3.6.2 Product Portfolio
Kindly note that this only represents a partial list of companies, and the complete list has been provided in the report.