Global Electronic Warfare Market Insights, Growth, Share, Size: By Component, By Platform, By Offering, By Region & Segmental Forecast, 2024-2034, Comparative Analysis and Trends

Global Electronic Warfare Market was Valued at US$ 10.8 Bn in 2023, Growing at an Estimated CAGR of 13.6% During 2024 – 2034.

Electronic Warfare (EW) involves the use of electromagnetic spectrum (EMS) to control the spectrum, attack an enemy, or impede enemy assaults via the spectrum. EW can be employed from air, sea, land, and space by manned and unmanned systems, and can target humans, communication systems, radars, or other assets. It is a crucial component of modern warfare, providing capabilities for reconnaissance and electronic countermeasures.

The global electronic warfare market is experiencing significant growth driven by technological advancements, increasing threats from electronic warfare, and military modernization programs. Technological progress has led to the development of sophisticated EW systems capable of countering evolving threats, while the escalating use of electronic warfare by adversaries has heightened the demand for advanced EW solutions. Additionally, countries are focusing on modernizing their military capabilities, including upgrading their EW systems, to maintain a competitive edge in the defense landscape.

However, the market faces challenges such as high costs associated with development and deployment, technological complexity, regulatory constraints, and cybersecurity concerns. Despite these challenges, there are opportunities for growth in the rapid adoption of unmanned systems, demand for software-defined EW systems, collaborative development programs, and emerging markets.

Global Electronic Warfare Market Component Outlook

Electronic Attack (EA): It involves using electromagnetic energy, directed energy, or anti-radiation weapons to attack enemy assets such as communication systems, radars, and electronic warfare systems. For example, The United States employs EA capabilities extensively across its military branches. For instance, the U.S. Navy’s EA-18G Growler aircraft is designed for electronic attack missions, providing a vital capability to disrupt and degrade enemy electronic systems.

Electronic Protection (EP): It involves implementing measures to protect friendly electronic systems from enemy attacks, interference, or detection.  For example, Israel’s military forces employ advanced electronic protection measures to safeguard their communication and radar systems against potential threats in the region.

Electronic Support (ES): Actions to search for, intercept, identify, and locate sources of radiated electromagnetic energy for threat recognition and intelligence gathering is been catered under electronic support. Electronic support category accounted for a major market share in the global electronic warfare market in 2023. Russia’s military employs advanced ES capabilities, utilizing SIGINT equipment to intercept and analyze foreign military communications, providing valuable intelligence for strategic planning.

Mission Support: It involves the logistical and operational support necessary for effective EW operations, including planning, coordination, and intelligence analysis. The mission support segment plays a crucial role in enhancing the effectiveness of EW operations. For instance, United Kingdom’s Royal Air Force (RAF) employs comprehensive mission support systems and training programs to ensure its personnel are well-equipped and trained for EW missions.

In 2023, the electronic warfare market experienced significant growth, driven by advancements in various devices and systems.

This category includes various hardware and systems essential for conducting electronic warfare operations, such as radars, jammers, antennas, and integrated electronic warfare suites. One of the primary reasons for the significant market share is the increasing investment by countries in modernizing their military capabilities to address emerging threats in electronic warfare environments.

As potential adversaries continue to develop and deploy advanced electronic warfare systems, there is a growing need for countries to upgrade their EW equipment to maintain a competitive edge on the battlefield. Countries like the United States, Russia, China, and European nations have been at the forefront of investing in advanced electronic warfare equipment. For instance, the U.S. Department of Defense has been allocating significant budgets for the development and procurement of next-generation EW systems, including advanced jammers, radar systems, and integrated EW suites, to ensure superiority in electronic warfare capabilities.

Additionally, the integration of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and quantum computing into electronic warfare equipment has also contributed to the growth of the equipment category in the global electronic warfare market. These technologies enable more sophisticated and autonomous EW operations, enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of electronic warfare systems in detecting, identifying, and countering electronic threats.

In 2023, North America, led by the United States, continued to dominate the global electronic warfare market, accounting for a significant share of ~43.7%. North America’s robust demand for advanced EW capabilities contributed significantly to this market size. The United States Department of Defense (DoD) allocated an impressive budget exceeding USD 10 billion for EW-related initiatives in 2023. This substantial investment underscored the region’s strategic focus on maintaining technological superiority in the face of evolving electronic threats. Furthermore, North America’s leadership in EW was reinforced by its technological advancements, operational requirements, and collaborative partnerships, positioning the region as a key player in shaping the future of electronic warfare market on the global stage.

Competitive Landscape: Global Electronic Warfare Market

• BAE Systems plc
• Elbit Systems Ltd.
• General Dynamics Corporation
• HENSOLDT
• Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd.
• L3Harris Technologies Inc.
• Leonardo SpA
• Lockheed Martin Corporation
• Northrop Grumman Corporation
• Raytheon Technologies Corporation
• SAAB AB
• Thales Group
• Other Market Participants

Global Electronic Warfare Market

 Global Electronic Warfare Market Scope

By Component

• Electronic Attack
• Electronic Protection
• Electronic Support
• Mission Support

By Platform

• Ground-Based
• Naval
• Air Based
• Cyber

By Offering

• Solutions
• Devices/Systems

• • Advanced Threat Infrared Countermeasures (ATIRCM)
  • Antennas / Antenna Arrays
  • Anti-Jam Electronic Protection Systems
  • Anti-Radiation Missiles (ARM)
  • Common Missile Warning Systems (CMWS)
  • Countermeasures Dispenser Systems (CMDS)
  • Digital Electronic Warfare Systems (DEWS)
  • Directed Energy Weapons
  • Directional Infrared Countermeasures (DIRCM)
  • Electronic Warfare Self-Protection (EWSP) Suites
  • Electromagnetic Shielding / Hardening
  • Emissions Control (EMCON) Systems
  • Geospatial Location and Exploitation Systems
  • Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) Systems
  • Infrared (IR) Missile Warning System
  • Passive Active Warning Survivability Systems
  • Radar Warning Receiver (RWR) / Laser Warning Receiver (LWR)
  • Radio Frequency Countermeasures (RFCM)
  • Resilience-in-Depth Cyber Systems
  • Signal Jammers
  • Others

By Region

• North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico, Rest of North America)
• Europe (France, The UK, Spain, Germany, Italy, Nordic Countries (Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden, Norway), Benelux Union (Belgium, The Netherlands, Luxembourg), Rest of Europe)
• Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, New Zealand, Australia, South Korea, Southeast Asia (Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Rest of Southeast Asia), Rest of Asia Pacific)
• Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Kuwait, South Africa, Rest of Middle East & Africa)
• Latin America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of Latin America)

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Global Electronic Warfare Market Scope

By Component

• Electronic Attack
• Electronic Protection
• Electronic Support
• Mission Support

By Platform

• Ground-Based
• Naval
• Air Based
• Cyber

By Offering

• Solutions
• Devices/Systems

• • Advanced Threat Infrared Countermeasures (ATIRCM)
  • Antennas / Antenna Arrays
  • Anti-Jam Electronic Protection Systems
  • Anti-Radiation Missiles (ARM)
  • Common Missile Warning Systems (CMWS)
  • Countermeasures Dispenser Systems (CMDS)
  • Digital Electronic Warfare Systems (DEWS)
  • Directed Energy Weapons
  • Directional Infrared Countermeasures (DIRCM)
  • Electronic Warfare Self-Protection (EWSP) Suites
  • Electromagnetic Shielding / Hardening
  • Emissions Control (EMCON) Systems
  • Geospatial Location and Exploitation Systems
  • Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) Systems
  • Infrared (IR) Missile Warning System
  • Passive Active Warning Survivability Systems
  • Radar Warning Receiver (RWR) / Laser Warning Receiver (LWR)
  • Radio Frequency Countermeasures (RFCM)
  • Resilience-in-Depth Cyber Systems
  • Signal Jammers
  • Others

By Region

• North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico, Rest of North America)
• Europe (France, The UK, Spain, Germany, Italy, Nordic Countries (Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden, Norway), Benelux Union (Belgium, The Netherlands, Luxembourg), Rest of Europe)
• Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, New Zealand, Australia, South Korea, Southeast Asia (Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Rest of Southeast Asia), Rest of Asia Pacific)
• Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Kuwait, South Africa, Rest of Middle East & Africa)
• Latin America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of Latin America)

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