Non-Lethal Weapons Market SWOT & PEST Analysis 2021-2031
The non-lethal weapons market size is projected to reach US$ 11.38 billion by 2031 from US$ 6.67 billion in 2023. The market is expected to register a CAGR of 6.9% during 2023–2031. Integration of advanced technologies with non-lethal weapons is likely to remain a key trend in the market.
Non-Lethal Weapons Market Analysis
Low product differentiation for some specific product categories such as tasers, batons, and pepper sprays that are some of the most adopted non-lethal weapons among the end users. Moreover, stringent regulations related to the usage of non-lethal weapons for civilian application under certain circumstances has also led to the generation of a hesitation among the personalized users. Such factors have been impacting the market for several segments.
Non-Lethal Weapons Market Overview
Increasing civil unrest and militarization of law enforcement agencies are the major factors supporting the growth of the non-lethal weapons market. However, stringent environmental and government regulations in a few developing countries are restricting the growth of the non-lethal weapons market.
Moreover, the rising crime rates and riot protests across several countries such as the US, Israel, and other countries have been pushing the adoption of non-lethal weapons market across different regions.
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Non-Lethal Weapons Market: Strategic Insights
Market Size Value in US$ 6,153.95 million in 2021 Market Size Value by US$ 9,286.93 million by 2028 Growth rate CAGR of 6.1% from 2021 to 2028. Forecast Period 2021- 2028 Base Year 2021
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Non-Lethal Weapons Market: Strategic Insights
| Market Size Value in | US$ 6,153.95 million in 2021 |
| Market Size Value by | US$ 9,286.93 million by 2028 |
| Growth rate | CAGR of 6.1% from 2021 to 2028. |
| Forecast Period | 2021- 2028 |
| Base Year | 2021 |
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Non-Lethal Weapons Market Drivers and Opportunities
Increased Investments in the Development of New Non-Lethal Weapons
Rising instability across various regions because of different controversial laws and legislations enacted by several governments has increased the need for weapons with a low risk of casualties. Human rights legislators and governments have created regulations requiring multiple security & defense organizations to acquire weapons that pose a lower risk of killing a suspect. This rise in demand for weapons that are less lethal has increased the development of new and advanced non-lethal weapons. A few major players operating in the global non-lethal weapons market include FN HERSTAL; Lamperd Less Lethal; Combined Systems, Inc.; Pepperball; and Rheinmetall AG.
Integration of Advanced Technologies with Non-Lethal Weapons
Non-lethal weapons have become more popular because of their advanced features and capacity to calm riots without causing casualties. Defense firms and key market players have improved their product portfolios with advanced technologies, including laser interdiction systems, long-range acoustic devices, upgraded underwater loudhailers, flash-bang grenades, acoustic hailing devices, modular crowd control weapons, and tasers. These technology integrations in non-lethal weapons are propelling the growth of the non-lethal weapons market.
Non-Lethal Weapons Market Report Segmentation Analysis
Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the non-lethal weapons market analysis are technology, product type, and application.
- Based on technology, the non-lethal weapons market is divided into chemicals, acoustic, electromagnetic, and mechanical & kinetic. The mechanical & kinetic segment held a larger market share in 2023.
- Based on product type, the non-lethal weapons market is segmented into direct contact weapons and directed energy weapons. The direct contact weapons segment held a larger market share in 2023.
- By application, the market is segmented into law enforcement agencies, military, and personalized applications. The law enforcement agencies held the largest share of the market in 2023.
Non-Lethal Weapons Market Share Analysis by Geography
The geographic scope of the non-lethal weapons market report is mainly divided into five regions: North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South America.
North America has dominated the market in 2023 followed by Europe and Asia Pacific region. Further, Asia Pacific is likely to witness highest CAGR in the coming years. The rising investment by regional players in the development of advanced non-lethal weapons is also expected to propel the growth of the non-lethal weapons market. For instance, an UP-based Indian firm developed non-lethal weapons such as Varja and Trishul for protecting its army forces from sudden attacks after the Galwan Valley clash. Thus, these above-mentioned factors are boosting the growth of the APAC non-lethal weapons market.
Non-Lethal Weapons Market Report Scope
Non-Lethal Weapons Market News and Recent Developments
The non-lethal weapons market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data post primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. A few of the developments in the non-lethal weapons market are listed below:
PepperBall, the leader in innovative non-lethal law enforcement solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its redesigned TAC-SA models - the TAC-SA PRO and TAC-SA PRO PLUS at this year’s SHOT Show, booth 72205. These launchers represent the latest advancements in non-lethal response solutions and are tailored to meet the diverse needs of law enforcement professionals. (Source: PepperBall, Press Release, Jan 2024)
- PepperBall, a leader in non-lethal solutions for law enforcement, is proud to announce the launch of its redesigned FTC PRO and FTC PRO PLUS launchers. These state-of-the-art models will be showcased at SHOT Show 2024. The FTC PRO and FTC PRO PLUS are engineered to meet the ever-evolving demands of law enforcement professionals. While both launchers share a base of innovative features, each has unique aspects tailored to specific operational needs. (Source: Lockheed Martin Australia, Press Release, Jan 2024)
Non-Lethal Weapons Market Report Coverage and Deliverables
The “Non-Lethal Weapons Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)” report provides a detailed analysis of the market covering below areas:
- Non-lethal weapons market size and forecast at global, regional, and country levels for all the key market segments covered under the scope
- Non-lethal weapons market trends as well as market dynamics such as drivers, restraints, and key opportunities
- Detailed porter’s five forces analysis
- Non-lethal weapons market analysis covering key market trends, global and regional framework, major players, regulations, and recent market developments
- Industry landscape and competition analysis covering market concentration, heat map analysis, prominent players, and recent developments for the non-lethal weapons market
- Detailed company profiles
Report Coverage
Revenue forecast, Company Analysis, Industry landscape, Growth factors, and Trends
Segment Covered
Technology, Product Type, and Application
Regional Scope
North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, South & Central America
Country Scope
Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States
Frequently Asked Questions
North America region dominated the non-lethal weapons market in 2023.
Rising acquisition of non-lethal weapons and increased investments in the development of new non-lethal weapons are some of the factors driving the growth for non-lethal weapons market.
Legalization of non-lethal weapons for personal applications is one of the major trends of the market.
FN HERSTAL, Lamperd Less Lethal, Combined Systems Inc, Pepperball, Rheinmetall AG, NonLethal Technologies Inc, Condor Non-Lethal Technologies, Axon Enterprise Inc, ISPRA, and Byrna Technologies Inc are some of the key players profiled under the report.
The estimated value of the non-lethal weapons market by 2031 would be around US$ 11.38 billion.
The non-lethal weapons market is likely to register of 6.9% during 2023-2031.
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