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商用ドローンの市場規模、シェア、動向、予測：重量、システム、製品、操作モード、用途、最終用途、地域別、2025年～2033年

Commercial Drones Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by Weight, System, Product, Mode of Operation, Application, End Use, and Region, 2025-2033

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英文 146 Pages
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2～3営業日
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商用ドローンの市場規模、シェア、動向、予測：重量、システム、製品、操作モード、用途、最終用途、地域別、2025年～2033年
出版日: 2025年06月02日
発行: IMARC
ページ情報: 英文 146 Pages
納期: 2～3営業日
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概要

商用ドローンの世界市場規模は2024年に320億米ドルとなりました。今後、IMARC Groupは、同市場が2033年までに1,892億米ドルに達し、2025年から2033年にかけて19.45％のCAGRを示すと予測しています。現在、北米が市場を独占しており、2024年には39.7%という大きな市場シェアを占めています。洗練された規制の枠組み、ドローン技術への多額の投資、農業、物流、監視などの分野での幅広い利用があるため、北米が最大の市場となっています。さらに、独創的なメーカーや技術サプライヤーによる強固なエコシステムが、同地域の市場成長を後押ししています。

バッテリー寿命の延長、自律航行、より優れた画像機能など、ドローン技術の向上が商用ドローンの需要を促進しています。その有効性と手頃な価格から、建設、物流、農業などの分野で人気が高まっています。精密農業、航空データ収集、インフラ点検のニーズの高まりにより、業界はさらに急速に拡大しています。世界的には、政府の支援政策と規制緩和が、商業目的でのドローンの使用を促進しています。ドローンの運用能力は、ドローンの研究開発（R&D）活動への投資の増加や、AIや機械学習（ML）のドローンへの組み込みによってさらに強化されています。迅速な配送サービスの需要とeコマースの拡大は、市場成長を後押しする主な要因です。

米国は、商用ドローンの運用を合理化するFAAのパート107規制など、有利な法整備が進んだことが主な市場として浮上しています。官民ともにドローン技術に多額の投資を行っており、イノベーションを後押ししています。農作物モニタリング、インフラ検査、ラストワンマイル配送などの用途で、精密農業、エネルギー、建設、物流などの分野でドローンが幅広く使用されていることが、同国の市場拡大を後押ししています。また、米国の公安・防衛分野からの監視・偵察に対する強い需要も市場を牽引しています。さらに、同国の強力な技術環境と重要なドローンメーカーや技術企業の存在がイノベーションに拍車をかけています。ドローンとAIを組み合わせた高度な分析への関心の高まりにより、市場は拡大しています。IMARC Groupのレポートによると、米国の商用ドローン市場は2024年から2032年にかけて16.10%の成長率（CAGR）を示すと予測されています。

商用ドローン市場の動向：

急速な技術進歩

技術の開拓は、商用ドローンの市場範囲を拡大し、能力を変革し、用途を広げる主な要因です。より長い飛行時間、より高いペイロード耐久性、マインド統合などのさらなる進化は、ドローンの性能を向上させ、様々な産業における新たな可能性を開くことができます。これらの技術は運用効率を向上させ、長距離検査や宅配便から空中マッピングまで、より複雑な業務に集中できる能力をドローンに提供します。自律航法と全地球測位システム（GPS）システムの進歩は、正確で効率的なオペレーションを可能にします。人工知能（AI）と機械学習（ML）の統合により、ドローンはリアルタイムでデータを処理できるようになり、予測分析や自動意思決定などの応用が可能になります。

業種を超えたアプリケーションの拡大

インフラ検査や農業モニタリングにおける商用ドローンの利用拡大が、良好な市場見通しをもたらしています。しかし、農業分野は、作物監視、土壌分析、精密農業にドローンが使用されており、この分野では依然として重要な分野です。ドローンの認定件数の急激な増加は、ドローンがいくつかの産業において、業務効率、データ収集、意思決定プロセスを高める上でいかに重要となっているかを示しています。ロジスティクスでは、ドローンはラストワンマイルの配送に採用され、より迅速で費用対効果の高い配送ソリューションを可能にしています。エネルギー産業や鉱業では、パイプラインの検査、資産のモニタリング、課題地形での探査にドローンが活用されています。さらに、ドローンは、捜索救助任務や監視を支援し、公共の安全と災害管理において重要な役割を果たしています。

支持的な規制環境

良好な規制の枠組みは、商用ドローン市場の成長を促すもう一つの大きな要因です。米連邦航空局（FAA）によると、米国では現在までに20万機以上の商用ドローンが登録されています。この事実はまさに、ドローンがいかに広く商業利用されているかを示しています。パート107規制や米国統合パイロットプログラム（IPP）などのFAAの取り組みを通じて、FAAは無人航空機を安全かつ責任を持って全米空域システム（NAS）に統合するための方向性と基準をドローンオペレーターに定めています。規制が緩和されたことで、企業はドローンをクリエイティブなソリューションに活用することにゴーサインを出すことができ、最終的には業界を問わずビジネスの成長と生産性を高めることができます。

産業用途での商用ドローンの採用拡大

建設、不動産、セキュリティなどの分野で商用ドローンの導入が増加しており、測量、監視、安全性の向上により、業務が大きく変化しています。ドローンは、建設事業において、空中評価、現場評価、進捗モニタリングに活用されつつあり、より迅速で正確なデータ収集を可能にしています。不動産分野では、ドローンは、物件を明確な角度から強調する鮮やかな空撮写真を提供し、マーケティングや販売活動を強化します。さらに、ドローンは危険区域の監視、アクセスしにくいインフラの定期点検、緊急対応状況の支援など、安全性の向上にも欠かせないです。これらの分野でのドローンの導入は、運用経費を削減し、効率を高め、リアルタイムの意思決定を容易にすることで、商業利用における自動化と革新に向けた幅広い動きを後押ししています。例えば、2024年、ガルーダ・エアロスペースは、国境警備部隊のセキュリティと監視効率を向上させるために開発された斬新なイノベーション、Trishul Border Patrol Surveillance Droneを発表しました。

目次

第1章 序文

第2章 調査範囲と調査手法

  • 調査の目的
  • ステークホルダー
  • データソース
    • 一次情報
    • 二次情報
  • 市場推定
    • ボトムアップアプローチ
    • トップダウンアプローチ
  • 調査手法

第3章 エグゼクティブサマリー

第4章 イントロダクション

  • 概要
  • 主要業界動向

第5章 世界の商用ドローン市場

  • 市場概要
  • 市場実績
  • COVID-19の影響
  • 市場予測

第6章 市場内訳：重量別

  • 2kg未満
  • 2kg～25kg
  • 25kg～150kg

第7章 市場内訳：システム別

  • ハードウェア
    • 主要セグメント
      • 機体
      • 推進システム
      • ペイロード
      • その他
  • ソフトウェア

第8章 市場内訳：製品別

  • 固定翼
  • ロータリーブレード
  • ハイブリッド

第9章 市場内訳：動作モード別

  • 遠隔操作
  • 半自律型
  • 自律型

第10章 市場内訳：用途別

  • 撮影と写真撮影
  • 検査とメンテナンス
  • 地図作成と測量
  • 精密農業
  • 監視とモニタリング
  • その他

第11章 市場内訳：最終用途別

  • 農業
  • 配送と物流
  • エネルギー
  • メディアとエンターテイメント
  • 不動産・建設
  • セキュリティと法執行
  • その他

第12章 市場内訳：地域別

  • 北米
    • 米国
    • カナダ
  • アジア太平洋地域
    • 中国
    • 日本
    • インド
    • 韓国
    • オーストラリア
    • インドネシア
    • その他
  • 欧州
    • ドイツ
    • フランス
    • 英国
    • イタリア
    • スペイン
    • ロシア
    • その他
  • ラテンアメリカ
    • ブラジル
    • メキシコ
    • その他
  • 中東・アフリカ
    • 市場内訳：国別

第13章 SWOT分析

  • 概要
  • 強み
  • 弱み
  • 機会
  • 脅威

第14章 バリューチェーン分析

第15章 ポーターのファイブフォース分析

  • 概要
  • 買い手の交渉力
  • 供給企業の交渉力
  • 競合の程度
  • 新規参入業者の脅威
  • 代替品の脅威

第16章 価格分析

第17章 競合情勢

  • 市場構造
  • 主要企業
  • 主要企業のプロファイル
    • Aeronavics Ltd.
    • AeroVironment Inc.
    • Autel Robotics
    • Delair
    • Insitu Inc.（The Boeing Company）
    • Leptron Unmanned Aircraft Systems Inc.
    • PrecisionHawk Inc.
    • SenseFly（AgEagle Aerial Sys）
    • Skydio Inc.
    • SZ DJI Technology Co. Ltd.（iFlight Technology Company Limited）
    • Yuneec International
図表

List of Figures

  • Figure 1: Global: Commercial Drones Market: Major Drivers and Challenges
  • Figure 2: Global: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Billion USD), 2019-2024
  • Figure 3: Global: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Billion USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 4: Global: Commercial Drones Market: Breakup by Weight (in %), 2024
  • Figure 5: Global: Commercial Drones Market: Breakup by System (in %), 2024
  • Figure 6: Global: Commercial Drones Market: Breakup by Product (in %), 2024
  • Figure 7: Global: Commercial Drones Market: Breakup by Mode of Operation (in %), 2024
  • Figure 8: Global: Commercial Drones Market: Breakup by Application (in %), 2024
  • Figure 9: Global: Commercial Drones Market: Breakup by End Use (in %), 2024
  • Figure 10: Global: Commercial Drones Market: Breakup by Region (in %), 2024
  • Figure 11: Global: Commercial Drones (<2 Kg) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 12: Global: Commercial Drones (<2 Kg) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 13: Global: Commercial Drones (2 Kg-25 Kg) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 14: Global: Commercial Drones (2 Kg-25 Kg) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 15: Global: Commercial Drones (25 Kg-150 Kg) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 16: Global: Commercial Drones (25 Kg-150 Kg) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 17: Global: Commercial Drones (Hardware) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 18: Global: Commercial Drones (Hardware) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 19: Global: Commercial Drones (Software) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 20: Global: Commercial Drones (Software) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 21: Global: Commercial Drones (Fixed Wing) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 22: Global: Commercial Drones (Fixed Wing) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 23: Global: Commercial Drones (Rotary Blade) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 24: Global: Commercial Drones (Rotary Blade) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 25: Global: Commercial Drones (Hybrid) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 26: Global: Commercial Drones (Hybrid) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 27: Global: Commercial Drones (Remotely Operated) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 28: Global: Commercial Drones (Remotely Operated) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 29: Global: Commercial Drones (Semi-Autonomous) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 30: Global: Commercial Drones (Semi-Autonomous) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 31: Global: Commercial Drones (Autonomous) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 32: Global: Commercial Drones (Autonomous) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 33: Global: Commercial Drones (Filming and Photography) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 34: Global: Commercial Drones (Filming and Photography) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 35: Global: Commercial Drones (Inspection and Maintenance) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 36: Global: Commercial Drones (Inspection and Maintenance) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 37: Global: Commercial Drones (Mapping and Surveying) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 38: Global: Commercial Drones (Mapping and Surveying) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 39: Global: Commercial Drones (Precision Agriculture) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 40: Global: Commercial Drones (Precision Agriculture) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 41: Global: Commercial Drones (Surveillance and Monitoring) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 42: Global: Commercial Drones (Surveillance and Monitoring) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 43: Global: Commercial Drones (Other Applications) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 44: Global: Commercial Drones (Other Applications) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 45: Global: Commercial Drones (Agriculture) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 46: Global: Commercial Drones (Agriculture) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 47: Global: Commercial Drones (Delivery and Logistics) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 48: Global: Commercial Drones (Delivery and Logistics) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 49: Global: Commercial Drones (Energy) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 50: Global: Commercial Drones (Energy) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 51: Global: Commercial Drones (Media and Entertainment) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 52: Global: Commercial Drones (Media and Entertainment) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 53: Global: Commercial Drones (Real Estate and Construction) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 54: Global: Commercial Drones (Real Estate and Construction) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 55: Global: Commercial Drones (Security and Law Enforcement) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 56: Global: Commercial Drones (Security and Law Enforcement) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 57: Global: Commercial Drones (Other End Uses) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 58: Global: Commercial Drones (Other End Uses) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 59: North America: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 60: North America: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 61: United States: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 62: United States: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 63: Canada: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 64: Canada: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 65: Asia-Pacific: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 66: Asia-Pacific: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 67: China: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 68: China: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 69: Japan: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 70: Japan: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 71: India: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 72: India: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 73: South Korea: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 74: South Korea: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 75: Australia: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 76: Australia: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 77: Indonesia: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 78: Indonesia: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 79: Others: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 80: Others: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 81: Europe: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 82: Europe: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 83: Germany: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 84: Germany: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 85: France: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 86: France: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 87: United Kingdom: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 88: United Kingdom: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 89: Italy: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 90: Italy: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 91: Spain: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 92: Spain: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 93: Russia: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 94: Russia: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 95: Others: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 96: Others: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 97: Latin America: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 98: Latin America: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 99: Brazil: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 100: Brazil: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 101: Mexico: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 102: Mexico: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 103: Others: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 104: Others: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 105: Middle East and Africa: Commercial Drones Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
  • Figure 106: Middle East and Africa: Commercial Drones Market: Breakup by Country (in %), 2024
  • Figure 107: Middle East and Africa: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Figure 108: Global: Commercial Drones Industry: SWOT Analysis
  • Figure 109: Global: Commercial Drones Industry: Value Chain Analysis
  • Figure 110: Global: Commercial Drones Industry: Porter's Five Forces Analysis

List of Tables

  • Table 1: Global: Commercial Drones Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2024 and 2033
  • Table 2: Global: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Breakup by Weight (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Table 3: Global: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Breakup by System (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Table 4: Global: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Breakup by Product (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Table 5: Global: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Breakup by Mode of Operation (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Table 6: Global: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Breakup by Application (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Table 7: Global: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Breakup by End Use (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Table 8: Global: Commercial Drones Market Forecast: Breakup by Region (in Million USD), 2025-2033
  • Table 9: Global: Commercial Drones Market: Competitive Structure
  • Table 10: Global: Commercial Drones Market: Key Players
目次
Product Code: SR112025A5846

The global commercial drones market size was valued at USD 32.0 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group estimates the market to reach USD 189.2 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a CAGR of 19.45% during 2025-2033. North America currently dominates the market, holding a significant market share of 39.7% in 2024. Because of the sophisticated regulatory frameworks, significant investments in drone technology, and broad use in sectors like agriculture, logistics, and surveillance, North America is the largest market. Moreover, the robust ecosystem of creative manufacturers and technology suppliers is propelling the market growth in the region.

Improvements in drone technology, such as longer battery life, autonomous navigation, and better image capabilities, are driving the demand for commercial drones. Due to their effectiveness and affordability, they are becoming more popular in sectors including construction, logistics, and agriculture. The industry is expanding even more quickly due to the growing need for precision farming, aerial data collection, and infrastructure inspection. Globally, supportive government policies and regulatory easing promote the use of drones for commercial purposes. Drones' operational capabilities are further enhanced by rising investments in drone research and development (R&D) activities as well as the incorporation of AI and machine learning (ML) into drones. The demand for quicker delivery services and expanding e-commerce are major factors propelling the market growth.

The United States has emerged as a key market that can be attributed to favorable legislative developments, such the FAA's Part 107 regulations, which streamline commercial drone operations. Both the public and private sectors are making significant investments in drone technology, which encourages innovations. With applications in crop monitoring, infrastructure inspection, and last-mile delivery, the extensive use of drones in sectors, such precision agriculture, energy, construction, and logistics, is propelling the market expansion in the country. The market is also driven by the strong demand for surveillance and reconnaissance from the public safety and defense sectors in the US. Furthermore, the nation's strong tech environment and the presence of significant drone manufacturers and tech companies is spurring innovations. The market is expanding due to the growing interest in combining drones and AI for advanced analytics. As per the IMARC Group's report, the United States commercial drones market is projected to exhibit a growth rate (CAGR) of 16.10% during 2024-2032

Commercial Drones Market Trends:

Rapid Technological Advancements

The development of technology represents the primary factor improving the commercial drone market scope, transforming capabilities and widening applications. Further evolvements, such as longer flight time, higher payload endurance, and mind integration can improve the performance of drones and open new possibilities in various industries. These technologies improve operational efficiency and provide drones with the capability to focus on more complex operations, ranging from long-distance inspections and parcel delivery services to aerial mapping. Advancements in autonomous navigation and global positioning system (GPS) systems enable precise and efficient operations. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) allows drones to process data in real-time, enabling applications like predictive analytics and automated decision-making.

Expanding Applications Across Industries

The growing use of commercial drones in infrastructure inspections and agricultural monitoring is offering a favorable market outlook. However, the agriculture sector remains an important field within this area, with drones being used for crop surveillance, soil analysis, and precision agriculture. The meteoric increase in drone certifications shows how they are becoming critical in boosting operational efficiency, data collection, and decision-making processes in several industries. In logistics, drones are being adopted for last-mile delivery, enabling faster and cost-effective shipping solutions. Energy and mining industries leverage drones for pipeline inspection, asset monitoring, and exploration in challenging terrains. Moreover, drones play a critical role in public safety and disaster management, aiding in search-and-rescue missions and surveillance.

Supportive Regulatory Environment

A favorable regulatory framework represents another major growth-inducing factor in commercial drone market growth. As per the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), to date, 200,000+ commercial drones have been registered in the USA. This very fact shows how drones are widely being used for commercial use. Through the FAA's initiatives including the Part 107 regulation and the USA Integration Pilot Program (IPP), the agency has defined direction and standards for drone operators to integrate unmanned aircraft into the National Airspace System (NAS) safely and responsibly. In an accommodating regulatory setting, companies are given the go-ahead to use drones for creative solutions that in the end boost business growth and productivity across industries.

Growing employment of commercial drones for industrial applications

The increasing deployment of commercial drones in fields like construction, real estate, and security is greatly changing operations by offering improved abilities for surveying, monitoring, and safety. Drones are progressively utilized in construction undertakings for aerial assessments, site evaluations, and progress monitoring, enabling faster and more precise data gathering. In real estate, drones provide vibrant aerial photos that highlight properties from distinct angles, enhancing marketing and sales efforts. Moreover, drones are crucial for enhancing safety by overseeing dangerous zones, performing regular checks on inaccessible infrastructure, and aiding in emergency response situations. The incorporation of drones in these fields is lowering operational expenses, enhancing efficiency, and facilitating real-time decision-making, thereby aiding a wider movement toward automation and innovation in commercial uses. For instance, in 2024, Garuda Aerospace launched its novel innovation, the Trishul Border Patrol Surveillance Drone, which is created to improve security and monitoring efficiency of border security forces.

Commercial Drones Industry Segmentation:

Analysis by Weight:

  • <2 Kg
  • 2 Kg-25 Kg
  • 25 Kg-150 Kg

<2 Kg commercial drones lead the market with 78.0% of market share in 2024. The rising interest in drones weighing up to 2 kg is due to their portability, ease of use, and ease of being registered and operated is creating a positive market outlook. The high acceptance of solar-powered drones for a broad range of existing markets is propelling the market growth. Portable drones with acrobatics and dexterity are the best option when it comes to the roles of aerial photography, mapping, surveillance, and inspection of various industries like agriculture, construction, and real estate. On the other hand, regulatory frameworks of the FAA Part 107 rule that provide simplified requirements to operate for businesses is further expanding the use of these drones. Being a lightweight solution with the capability to fly affordably for a variety of purposes, light drones under 2 kilograms are one the key components that will shape the drone market in the future.

Analysis by System:

  • Hardware
    • Airframe
    • Propulsion System
    • Payloads
    • Others
  • Software

Hardware leads the market with 59.0% of market share in 2024. In the commercial drones market, the hardware section is mainly characterized as the technology strictly followed by the increase in the components' reliability and the regulations. The robustness of private equity funds reflects the expanding use of drone technology across diverse industries. It is through the hardware components, such as airframes, propulsion systems, sensors, and communicating devices, that commercial drones are made to be operable and thus they can be able to deliver their intended roles. For instance, the NASA researchers at Armstrong are developing systems to integrate wireless sensors into aircraft avionics, aiming to increase throughput up to 40 Mbps. The development of drones continues to expand beyond basic applications, and this highlights the necessity for carrying out hardware solutions that can provide longevity, effectiveness and adaptation alongside quickly evolving technologies. Moreover, materials and safety regulations are the other causes which is creating the need for hardware parts that are industrial standard compliant and used to make sure that the drone operations are safe and dependable, thereby fueling the market growth.

Analysis by Product:

  • Fixed Wing
  • Rotary Blade
  • Hybrid

Rotary blade leads the market with 78.4% of market share in 2024. The application of rotary blade machinery for entertainment drones is mainly attributed to their versatility, agility, and efficiency in various applications. The expansion of these services suggests the rising use of drone technology in different industries. Multirotor drones, as the name indicates, are the most common due to their fluidity and dexterity. They are intensely used in industries like agriculture, construction, and safety of public for purposes like aerial photography, surveillance, and inspection. The fast development of the rotor design and flight control systems is resulting in an improvement in the performance and efficiency of the rotary wing drones, making these drones an essential tool for their users in search of cost-effective aerial solutions. The demand for drone technologies is getting higher with the diversified applications and benefits, resulting in the rotary blades to be the main force to reshape a steadily growing commercial drone industry.

Analysis by Mode of Operation:

  • Remotely Operated
  • Semi-Autonomous
  • Autonomous

Remotely operated leads the market with 58.9% of market share in 2024. The rising demand for remotely operated drones due to the need for enhanced effectiveness, security, and versatility in numerous operations is propelling the market growth. These drones have many benefits, such as the capability to reach isolated or potentially dangerous areas and perform aerial surveys and checks while having the skills to meticulously and accurately complete tasks. The increasing adoption of the latest technology in drones, as real-time video transmission and autonomous flights can be done with the help of remote operators from a safe distance, reducing risks and increasing productivity, is strengthening the market growth. The growing adoption of remotely operated drones for various applications ranging from aerial photography, surveillance, mapping to delivery services is offering a favorable market outlook. However, the FAA's Part 107 regulations cover the clear rules and requirements that must be followed by remote pilots.

Analysis by Application:

  • Filming and Photography
  • Inspection and Maintenance
  • Mapping and Surveying
  • Precision Agriculture
  • Surveillance and Monitoring
  • Others

Filming and photography lead the market with 32.6% of market share in 2024. In the drones industry, the area of filming and photography dominates the market due to rising need for aerial imaging solutions in different applications. The figure accentuates the expanding market for aerial photography and videography which, in turn, is creating the need for commercial drones. The specific feature of drones is that they can get views and dynamic shots that previously were a challenge to obtain, thereby helping the filmmaking, photography, and advertising industries to revolutionize. Driven by the innovation in drone technology that includes better camera stabilization and high-resolution imaging possibilities enables the filmmakers, photographers, and content creators to attain breathtaking aerial imagery effortlessly and accurately. Moreover, drones are known to produce cheaper results than those obtained from the conventional aerial photography methods, hence they are gaining popularity among the experts and newbies.

Analysis by End Use:

  • Agriculture
  • Delivery and Logistics
  • Energy
  • Media and Entertainment
  • Real Estate and Construction
  • Security and Law Enforcement
  • Others

Media and entertainment lead the market with 21.2% of market share in 2024. The media and entertainment sector is using commercial drones due to the need for fresh aerial photography and videography services. Drones are becoming the norm in this industry and revolutionizing filmmaking, advertising, and event coverage, which is propelling the growth of the market. As drone technology evolves to achieve a level of perfect camera stabilization as well as high-resolution imaging, media professionals are now capable of capturing stunning aerial footage with much less effort. Apart from this, drones offer the possibility to do aerial filming instead of expensive solutions, such as helicopters or cranes. As a result, the drone is becoming more popular with production companies and filmmakers, which is bolstering the growth of the market.

Regional Analysis:

  • 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

In 2024, North America accounts for the largest market share of 39.7%. North America dominates the commercial drones market share as the region features strict regulatory standards and the FAA (FAI) serves as the key actor that ensures safety in the national airspace system (NAS). Moreover, North America already has an inbuilt superior infrastructure and technological competencies so that drone technology and adoptions can move swiftly across different industries. These devices can be utilized in such a wide range of disciplines, such as construction, agriculture, and public safety. Commercial drones are also becoming an integral part of businesses aiming to solve tasks in an affordable and timely manner. Furthermore, the regional market structure has a broad range of fundamental elements, such as research institutes, technology companies, and regulatory bodies, which fosters a favorable environment for the continuous breakthroughs and the growth of the commercial drones industry.

Key Regional Takeaways:

United States Commercial Drones Market Analysis

In 2024, US accounts for 82.4% of the total North America commercial drones market share. The US commercial drone market is growing, fueled by significant investments in agriculture, delivery, logistics, and energy. The agricultural industry uses drones for precision farming, which is leading to a 20% increase in crop yields and tremendous cost savings. Delivery services, such as Amazon Prime Air, are extending the use of drones to reduce delivery times by up to 30%. The energy sector is using drones to inspect wind turbines and solar panels, reducing operational costs by up to 40%. This development will be the venture capital efforts of The Veteran Fund, which recently closed an oversubscribed Fund I in November 2024 with a view to drive innovations in areas, such as drones, AI, and cybersecurity, through the investment in veteran-led startups. This reflects a growing recognition of dual-use technologies that address both national security and commercial opportunities in determining the future of US innovations.

Europe Commercial Drones Market Analysis

The European Union's strategic initiatives are making Europe's commercial drone market one of the most promising. According to the Drone Strategy 2.0, which was adopted by the European Commission in 2023, the Commission will develop a large-scale commercial drone market by 2030 through regulatory advancements and safety frameworks. The regulatory environment in the EU is considered the most advanced in the world as it has supported hundreds of thousands of flight hours for various applications like infrastructure surveying, medical deliveries, and environmental monitoring. The deployment of the 'U-space' system is increasing operations across Europe as it aimed at safely managing drone traffic. The strategy brings integrated drones into emergency services and into surveillance and urgent delivery alongside other innovative applications. The European Commission is investing almost a trillion dollars in drone initiatives, which is impelling the market growth.

Asia Pacific Commercial Drones Market Analysis

This region is witnessing rapid expansion of Asia Pacific commercial drones with increased investment and contributions by leading manufacturers in this region. Among the largest drone manufacturers is Shenzhen, China-based DJI, which accounts for 70% of the world's drone market share. From popular Mavic to Phantom series, DJI made aerial photography and video available for hobbyists as well as professionals. Additionally, their Matrice and Phantom RTK series are driving the growth in enterprise solutions for agriculture, public safety, and inspections. Other companies, such as Yuneec International, are also contributing to the market, offering commercial-grade drones for industrial inspections and search-and-rescue missions. As per industrial report, the use of drones in agriculture is also being seen for crop monitoring, and India is also investing in drone technology under its "Make in India" initiative, which is expected to reach USD 1.5 Billion by 2026.

Latin America Commercial Drones Market Analysis

Latin America's commercial drones market is going steadily. This expansion is being led by innovative business leaders, government agencies, and receptive buyers, alongside less crowded skies, and a favorable regulatory environment. The largest economy of this region, Brazil is forecasted to be the biggest market for commercial drones, with the sector for agriculture leading the demand for drones. Moreover, Mexican companies are also testing drones for last-mile deliveries. In the energy sector, Brazil's Petrobras is integrating drones for offshore oil platform inspections. All these factors are making Latin America a growing hub for drone technology in various sectors.

Middle East and Africa Commercial Drones Market Analysis

The Middle East and Africa commercial drones' market is growing rapidly with investments in several sectors. Drones are being used in agriculture for crop monitoring and irrigation optimization in the arid regions of the Middle East. The energy sector in the region is also rapidly adopting drones for oil and gas infrastructure inspections. Security and law enforcement sectors are investing in drones for surveillance, especially in South Africa where drones are deployed for border patrols and anti-poaching activities.

Competitive Landscape:

Key players in the industry conduct a vast range of activities, ranging from research and development (R&D) activities to strategic and collaborative alliances for positioning them as the front runners. For instance, among the major drone manufacturers, DJI has been working on improving their products. Currently, DJI has the highest market share standing, as they offer cost-effective and easy to use drones. Moreover, companies, such as Parrot, Autel Robotics, and Skydio, are focusing on the advancement of more sophisticated drone technologies, such as AI-based autonomous flight options and the ability to avoid obstacles, to best suit the ever-changing needs of commercial users. In addition, key players frequently resort to strategic alliances and collaborations like software development, data analysis, and industry-specific solutions that are designed to assist them in widening their market reach, as well as to exploit their complementary strengths, thereby driving innovations and growth within the market.

The report has provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the global industrial gases market. Detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided. Some of the key players in the market include:

  • Aeronavics Ltd.
  • AeroVironment Inc.
  • Autel Robotics
  • Delair
  • Insitu Inc. (The Boeing Company)
  • Leptron Unmanned Aircraft Systems Inc.
  • PrecisionHawk Inc
  • SenseFly (AgEagle Aerial Sys)
  • Skydio Inc.
  • SZ DJI Technology Co. Ltd. (iFlight Technology Company Limited)
  • Yuneec International.

Key Questions Answered in This Report

  • 1.What is commercial drones?
  • 2.How big is the commercial drones market?
  • 3.What is the expected growth rate of the global commercial drones market during 2025-2033?
  • 4.What are the key factors driving the global commercial drones market?
  • 5.What is the leading segment of the global commercial drones market based on the weight?
  • 6.What is the leading segment of the global commercial drones market based on system?
  • 7.What is the leading segment of the global commercial drones market based on product?
  • 8.What is the leading segment of the global commercial drones market based on mode of operation?
  • 9.What is the leading segment of the global commercial drones market based on application?
  • 10.What is the leading segment of the global commercial drones market based on end use?
  • 11.What are the key regions in the global commercial drones market?
  • 12.Who are the key players/companies in the global commercial drones 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 Commercial Drones Market

  • 5.1 Market Overview
  • 5.2 Market Performance
  • 5.3 Impact of COVID-19
  • 5.4 Market Forecast

6 Market Breakup by Weight

  • 6.1 <2 Kg
    • 6.1.1 Market Trends
    • 6.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 6.2 2 Kg-25 Kg
    • 6.2.1 Market Trends
    • 6.2.2 Market Forecast
  • 6.3 25 Kg-150 Kg
    • 6.3.1 Market Trends
    • 6.3.2 Market Forecast

7 Market Breakup by System

  • 7.1 Hardware
    • 7.1.1 Market Trends
    • 7.1.2 Key Segments
      • 7.1.2.1 Airframe
      • 7.1.2.2 Propulsion System
      • 7.1.2.3 Payloads
      • 7.1.2.4 Others
    • 7.1.3 Market Forecast
  • 7.2 Software
    • 7.2.1 Market Trends
    • 7.2.2 Market Forecast

8 Market Breakup by Product

  • 8.1 Fixed Wing
    • 8.1.1 Market Trends
    • 8.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 8.2 Rotary Blade
    • 8.2.1 Market Trends
    • 8.2.2 Market Forecast
  • 8.3 Hybrid
    • 8.3.1 Market Trends
    • 8.3.2 Market Forecast

9 Market Breakup by Mode of Operation

  • 9.1 Remotely Operated
    • 9.1.1 Market Trends
    • 9.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.2 Semi-Autonomous
    • 9.2.1 Market Trends
    • 9.2.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.3 Autonomous
    • 9.3.1 Market Trends
    • 9.3.2 Market Forecast

10 Market Breakup by Application

  • 10.1 Filming and Photography
    • 10.1.1 Market Trends
    • 10.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 10.2 Inspection and Maintenance
    • 10.2.1 Market Trends
    • 10.2.2 Market Forecast
  • 10.3 Mapping and Surveying
    • 10.3.1 Market Trends
    • 10.3.2 Market Forecast
  • 10.4 Precision Agriculture
    • 10.4.1 Market Trends
    • 10.4.2 Market Forecast
  • 10.5 Surveillance and Monitoring
    • 10.5.1 Market Trends
    • 10.5.2 Market Forecast
  • 10.6 Others
    • 10.6.1 Market Trends
    • 10.6.2 Market Forecast

11 Market Breakup by End Use

  • 11.1 Agriculture
    • 11.1.1 Market Trends
    • 11.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 11.2 Delivery and Logistics
    • 11.2.1 Market Trends
    • 11.2.2 Market Forecast
  • 11.3 Energy
    • 11.3.1 Market Trends
    • 11.3.2 Market Forecast
  • 11.4 Media and Entertainment
    • 11.4.1 Market Trends
    • 11.4.2 Market Forecast
  • 11.5 Real Estate and Construction
    • 11.5.1 Market Trends
    • 11.5.2 Market Forecast
  • 11.6 Security and Law Enforcement
    • 11.6.1 Market Trends
    • 11.6.2 Market Forecast
  • 11.7 Others
    • 11.7.1 Market Trends
    • 11.7.2 Market Forecast

12 Market Breakup by Region

  • 12.1 North America
    • 12.1.1 United States
      • 12.1.1.1 Market Trends
      • 12.1.1.2 Market Forecast
    • 12.1.2 Canada
      • 12.1.2.1 Market Trends
      • 12.1.2.2 Market Forecast
  • 12.2 Asia-Pacific
    • 12.2.1 China
      • 12.2.1.1 Market Trends
      • 12.2.1.2 Market Forecast
    • 12.2.2 Japan
      • 12.2.2.1 Market Trends
      • 12.2.2.2 Market Forecast
    • 12.2.3 India
      • 12.2.3.1 Market Trends
      • 12.2.3.2 Market Forecast
    • 12.2.4 South Korea
      • 12.2.4.1 Market Trends
      • 12.2.4.2 Market Forecast
    • 12.2.5 Australia
      • 12.2.5.1 Market Trends
      • 12.2.5.2 Market Forecast
    • 12.2.6 Indonesia
      • 12.2.6.1 Market Trends
      • 12.2.6.2 Market Forecast
    • 12.2.7 Others
      • 12.2.7.1 Market Trends
      • 12.2.7.2 Market Forecast
  • 12.3 Europe
    • 12.3.1 Germany
      • 12.3.1.1 Market Trends
      • 12.3.1.2 Market Forecast
    • 12.3.2 France
      • 12.3.2.1 Market Trends
      • 12.3.2.2 Market Forecast
    • 12.3.3 United Kingdom
      • 12.3.3.1 Market Trends
      • 12.3.3.2 Market Forecast
    • 12.3.4 Italy
      • 12.3.4.1 Market Trends
      • 12.3.4.2 Market Forecast
    • 12.3.5 Spain
      • 12.3.5.1 Market Trends
      • 12.3.5.2 Market Forecast
    • 12.3.6 Russia
      • 12.3.6.1 Market Trends
      • 12.3.6.2 Market Forecast
    • 12.3.7 Others
      • 12.3.7.1 Market Trends
      • 12.3.7.2 Market Forecast
  • 12.4 Latin America
    • 12.4.1 Brazil
      • 12.4.1.1 Market Trends
      • 12.4.1.2 Market Forecast
    • 12.4.2 Mexico
      • 12.4.2.1 Market Trends
      • 12.4.2.2 Market Forecast
    • 12.4.3 Others
      • 12.4.3.1 Market Trends
      • 12.4.3.2 Market Forecast
  • 12.5 Middle East and Africa
    • 12.5.1 Market Trends
    • 12.5.2 Market Breakup by Country
    • 12.5.3 Market Forecast

13 SWOT Analysis

  • 13.1 Overview
  • 13.2 Strengths
  • 13.3 Weaknesses
  • 13.4 Opportunities
  • 13.5 Threats

14 Value Chain Analysis

15 Porters Five Forces Analysis

  • 15.1 Overview
  • 15.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
  • 15.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
  • 15.4 Degree of Competition
  • 15.5 Threat of New Entrants
  • 15.6 Threat of Substitutes

16 Price Analysis

17 Competitive Landscape

  • 17.1 Market Structure
  • 17.2 Key Players
  • 17.3 Profiles of Key Players
    • 17.3.1 Aeronavics Ltd.
      • 17.3.1.1 Company Overview
      • 17.3.1.2 Product Portfolio
    • 17.3.2 AeroVironment Inc.
      • 17.3.2.1 Company Overview
      • 17.3.2.2 Product Portfolio
      • 17.3.2.3 Financials
      • 17.3.2.4 SWOT Analysis
    • 17.3.3 Autel Robotics
      • 17.3.3.1 Company Overview
      • 17.3.3.2 Product Portfolio
    • 17.3.4 Delair
      • 17.3.4.1 Company Overview
      • 17.3.4.2 Product Portfolio
    • 17.3.5 Insitu Inc. (The Boeing Company)
      • 17.3.5.1 Company Overview
      • 17.3.5.2 Product Portfolio
    • 17.3.6 Leptron Unmanned Aircraft Systems Inc.
      • 17.3.6.1 Company Overview
      • 17.3.6.2 Product Portfolio
    • 17.3.7 PrecisionHawk Inc.
      • 17.3.7.1 Company Overview
      • 17.3.7.2 Product Portfolio
    • 17.3.8 SenseFly (AgEagle Aerial Sys)
      • 17.3.8.1 Company Overview
      • 17.3.8.2 Product Portfolio
    • 17.3.9 Skydio Inc.
      • 17.3.9.1 Company Overview
      • 17.3.9.2 Product Portfolio
    • 17.3.10 SZ DJI Technology Co. Ltd. (iFlight Technology Company Limited)
      • 17.3.10.1 Company Overview
      • 17.3.10.2 Product Portfolio
    • 17.3.11 Yuneec International
      • 17.3.11.1 Company Overview
      • 17.3.11.2 Product Portfolio