Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNe) Defense Market Size
Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
CAGR | 6.90 % |
Fastest Growing Market | North America |
Largest Market | North America |
Market Concentration | Low |
Major Players*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNe) Defense Market Analysis
The CBRNe defense market is anticipated to increase from USD 14.21 billion in 2022 to USD 22.06 billion in 2028, registering a CAGR of 6.9% during the forecast period.
- The COVID-19 situation forced governments to procure personal protective equipment (PPE) equipment, disinfectants, and detection systems. It caught most countries off-guard and underequipped to produce locally, and they were forced to procure huge quantities of PPE units from the international market. However, the increased demand for PPE equipment was expected to be short-term.
- The CBRNe defense market is growing with an increase in the number of terrorist attacks worldwide, using CBRNe agents to carry out the attacks. The increase in the number of threats, as well as attacks carried out by making use of chemical, biological, and radioactive weapons, in recent years, led to various governments increasing their security measures globally.
- Nowadays, the procurement of chemicals and materials for manufacturing the CBRNe weapons has become easier than ever before, and this raises concerns about the increasing threat from CBRNe weapons that are propelling the growth of the CBRNe defense market in the years to come.
- Technological developments in unmanned systems, especially unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), demonstrated the potential of remotely operated capabilities in alleviating the risks to humans in hostile environments resulting due to the CBRNe attacks. In terms of CBRNe defense missions, unmanned systems can perform a wide variety of tasks that range from reconnaissance and surveillance to detection and decontamination.
- Governments are also expected to invest in CBRNe defense equipment for the future, leading to a rise in both local production capacity as well as an increase in procurement quantity over the next few years. Ports across the world are expected to make international travel security checks stricter, mainly to identify, isolate, and prevent the transmission of communicable diseases.
Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNe) Defense Market Trends
The Military Segment Accounted for Largest Market Share
- The military segment currently dominates the market and is expected to continue its dominance over the market during the forecast period. With growing threats from terrorists and a rise in political tensions, CBRNe weapons have emerged as a potential threat to several countries.
- Governments and defense departments of several nations are developing robust and effective countermeasures to protect the public and military personnel from CBRNe weapons. Governments, along with many militaries, are developing the necessary framework for tackling the threats caused by CBRNe incidents.
- The focus is on the protection of military personnel against any vulnerable attacks. For instance, in December 2021, South Korea's Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) announced that the Republic of Korea Armed Forces deployed upgraded reconnaissance vehicles with enhanced capabilities to counter chemical and biological security threats.
- The vehicles are capable of monitoring hazardous airborne agents from a long distance and can transmit a CBRN warning through a military communications line. Moreover, many investments are being poured into the R&D of devices and equipment for countering CBRNe threats, which is expected to drive the segment during the forecast period.
North America is Anticipated to Witness the Highest Growth During the Forecast Period
- The North American region is expected to grow rapidly during the forecast period. The majority of demand for CBRNe defense systems in North America is generated from the US, which has formulated a National Strategy for CBRNe Standards, mainly for the coordination, prioritization, establishment, and implementation of CBRNe equipment standards. The country is also significantly investing in the development of the CBRNe defense systems.
- For instance, in June 2021, the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) provided USD 2 million in funding under Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program to two companies to develop machine learning technologies to detect CBRNE threats. With machine learning technologies, the DHS plans to reduce time, redundancy, and cost, as well as enhance the accuracy in detecting threats, such as explosives, chemical agents, and narcotics.
- In addition, under the Man Transportable Robotic System Increment II (MTRS Inc II), the US Army is acquiring unmanned ground vehicles to support Engineers, Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Soldiers, and Special Operations Forces. The new UGVs are replacing the aging non-standard fleet of robots for locating, identifying, and clearing landmines, unexploded ordnance, and improvised explosive devices, which may enhance the maneuverability and survivability of military personnel. The investments in the development and procurement plans of CBRNe defense equipment in North America are expected to propel the market growth during the forecast period.
Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNe) Defense Industry Overview
The CBRNe Defense market is highly fragmented, with several players accounting for minor shares in the global market. The prominent players in the market include Chemring Group PLC, Smiths Group plc, Leidos, Inc., Teledyne FLIR LLC, and Avon Polymer Products Limited. With the increasing global demand, several companies collaborated with research laboratories and institutions to develop advanced defense equipment or devices.
For instance, in May 2022, RedWave Technology introduced the XplorIR, a gas-identification system specifically designed to meet the requirements of emergency response missions. The XplorIR system is a handheld Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) identification tool that can identify more than 5,500 gases at low part per million (ppm) concentrations.
The investments into advanced robotic technologies (integrated advanced sensors and payloads for conducting CBRNe missions) and the strategies, such as focusing on building trust with the stakeholders, lowering product costs, and increasing product awareness, are expected to drive the growth of the players during the forecast period.
Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNe) Defense Market Leaders
Teledyne FLIR LLC
Chemring Group PLC
Smiths Group plc
Leidos, Inc.
Avon Polymer Products Limited
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNe) Defense Market News
- April 2022: Kromek was awarded a contract worth GBP 1.7 million (USD 2.23 million) from an existing UK government-related customer to deliver CBRN (chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear) detection services and products. The delivery of CBRN products is scheduled to be delivered through 2026.
- February 2023: Teledyne FLIR was awarded a USD 13.3 million contract by the US Department of Defense (DoD) to further expand the capabilities of its R80D SkyRaider unmanned aerial system to autonomously perform chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) reconnaissance missions.
Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNe) Defense Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Market Drivers
4.3 Market Restraints
4.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.4.3 Threat of New Entrants
4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products
4.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
5.1 Purpose
5.1.1 Detection
5.1.2 Protection
5.1.3 Decontamination
5.1.4 Simulation and Training
5.2 Application
5.2.1 Military
5.2.2 Civil and Law Enforcement
5.3 Geography
5.3.1 North America
5.3.1.1 United States
5.3.1.2 Canada
5.3.2 Europe
5.3.2.1 United Kingdom
5.3.2.2 Germany
5.3.2.3 France
5.3.2.4 Italy
5.3.2.5 Rest of Europe
5.3.3 Asia-Pacific
5.3.3.1 China
5.3.3.2 India
5.3.3.3 Japan
5.3.3.4 South Korea
5.3.3.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific
5.3.4 Latin America
5.3.4.1 Brazil
5.3.4.2 Mexico
5.3.4.3 Rest of Latin America
5.3.5 Middle East and Africa
5.3.5.1 Israel
5.3.5.2 United Arab Emirates
5.3.5.3 Saudi Arabia
5.3.5.4 Rest of Middle East and Africa
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1 Vendor Market Share
6.2 Company Profiles
6.2.1 Argon Electronics (UK) Ltd.
6.2.2 Avon Polymer Products Limited
6.2.3 Battelle
6.2.4 Leidos, Inc.
6.2.5 Teledyne FLIR LLC
6.2.6 KNDS - KMW+NEXTER Defense Systems N.V.
6.2.7 Karcher Futuretech GmbH
6.2.8 Chemring Group PLC
6.2.9 Smiths Group plc
6.2.10 QinetiQ Group
6.2.11 Saab AB
6.2.12 OSI Systems, Inc.
6.2.13 National Technology and Engineering Solutions of Sandia, LLC.
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNe) Defense Industry Segmentation
Chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats have collectively come to be known as CBRNe threats, and the actualization of the threats as CBRNe incidents. These include attacks using NBC weapons, otherwise called weapons of mass destruction (WMD). Chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosives defense are protective measures that are taken in situations in which chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear warfare (including terrorism) hazards may be present. CBRNe defense consists of CBRNe passive protection, contamination avoidance, and CBRNe mitigation.
The market is segmented by purpose, application, and geography. By purpose, the market is segmented into detection, protection, decontamination, and simulation and training. By application, the market is segmented into military, civil, and law enforcement. The report also covers the market sizes and forecasts for the market in major countries across different regions.
The report offers the market size and forecasts by value (USD million) for all the above segments.
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Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNe) Defense Market Research FAQs
What is the current CBRNE Defense Market size?
The CBRNE Defense Market is projected to register a CAGR of 6.90% during the forecast period (2024-2029)
Who are the key players in CBRNE Defense Market?
Teledyne FLIR LLC, Chemring Group PLC, Smiths Group plc, Leidos, Inc. and Avon Polymer Products Limited are the major companies operating in the CBRNE Defense Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in CBRNE Defense Market?
North America is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2024-2029).
Which region has the biggest share in CBRNE Defense Market?
In 2024, the North America accounts for the largest market share in CBRNE Defense Market.
What years does this CBRNE Defense Market cover?
The report covers the CBRNE Defense Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the CBRNE Defense Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
CBRNe Defense Industry Report
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