Europe Intelligence Surveillance & Reconnaissance Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Europe Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance Market Report is Segmented by Platform (Land, Air, Sea, and Space), and Geography (UK, France, Germany, Italy, Russia, and the Rest of Europe). The Report Offers Market Size and Forecast for all the Above Segments in Value (USD).

Europe Intelligence Surveillance & Reconnaissance Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Europe Intelligence Surveillance & Reconnaissance Market Size

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Europe Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance Market_Overview
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 4.01 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 4.99 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 4.47 %
Market Concentration Medium

Major Players

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*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Europe Intelligence Surveillance & Reconnaissance Market Analysis

The Europe Intelligence Surveillance And Reconnaissance Market size is estimated at USD 4.01 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 4.99 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.47% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

  • The European intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) market is expected to witness substantial growth due to significant investments made by countries in the region to strengthen their land and maritime borders, as well as to ensure the security of airspace. Rapid technological evolution in the ISR market is forcing countries to spend more on the procurement of the latest technologies. The inclusion of the latest technologies, like artificial intelligence and machine learning, in ISR is helping the military forces to a great extent.
  • The market is marred by the high costs associated with the development and deployment of cutting-edge ISR systems. The high cost poses a barrier for some entities, hindering the adoption and creating a challenge for the market players in providing state-of-the-art solutions to a broader user range.
  • An emerging trend of focusing on counter-drone technologies within the intelligence surveillance reconnaissance (ISR) industry responds to the proliferation of drones and potential security risks. With the increased utilization of unmanned aerial systems (UAS), there is a heightened need for effective detection, tracking, and mitigation solutions. ISR systems are being incorporated with advanced technologies, such as radar, sensors, and signal jamming, to identify and neutralize hostile drones. This helps safeguard critical infrastructure, public events, and military operations from potential threats posed by unauthorized UAS.

Europe Intelligence Surveillance & Reconnaissance Industry Overview

The intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance market is semi-consolidated. L3Harris Technologies, Inc., Elbit Systems Ltd., BAE Systems plc, and General Dynamics Corporation are some of the major players leading in terms of market share.

The ISR market is expected to reach a mature position, wherein small regional players are expected to be either acquired or merged with the market giants to survive the competition. 

For instance, in April 2022, The Swedish Defense Material Administration (FMV) signed a contract with Saab AB to provide a new Gripen launch system, with the contract valued at an estimated USD 40 million. The new order will see the development and integration of a new launch system for countermeasure pods and air-to-air missiles on the Gripen C/D and Gripen E jets.

Europe Intelligence Surveillance & Reconnaissance Market Leaders

  1. General Dynamics Corporation

  2. The Boeing Company

  3. Elbit Systems Ltd.

  4. BAE Systems plc

  5. L3Harris Technologies, Inc.

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Europe Intelligence Surveillance And Reconnaissance Market Concentration
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Europe Intelligence Surveillance & Reconnaissance Market News

  • October 2023: The United Kingdom unveiled plans to commence trials for 16 new Protector surveillance aircraft. These cutting-edge aircraft will undergo rigorous test flights, with the goal of being fully operational by late 2024. The newly introduced uncrewed RAF aircraft is designed for comprehensive global surveillance operations.
  • April 2022: IAI made a significant announcement, revealing that the company had secured contracts with Italy totaling USD 550 million. These contracts encompass the sale of two early warning spy aircraft, along with comprehensive support and ground logistics services for the Italian Air Force.

Europe Intelligence Surveillance & Reconnaissance Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 4.1 Market Drivers
  • 4.2 Market Restraints
  • 4.3 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.3.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.3.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
    • 4.3.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.3.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.3.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 Platform
    • 5.1.1 Land
    • 5.1.2 Air
    • 5.1.3 Sea
    • 5.1.4 Space

6. Geography

  • 6.1 United Kingdom
  • 6.2 France
  • 6.3 Germany
  • 6.4 Italy
  • 6.5 Russia
  • 6.6 Rest of Europe

7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 7.1 Vendor Market Share
  • 7.2 Company Profiles
    • 7.2.1 L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
    • 7.2.2 General Dynamics Corporation
    • 7.2.3 The Boeing Company
    • 7.2.4 Elbit Systems Ltd.
    • 7.2.5 BAE Systems plc
    • 7.2.6 THALES
    • 7.2.7 Rheinmetall AG
    • 7.2.8 CACI International Inc.
    • 7.2.9 Northrop Grumman Corporation
    • 7.2.10 Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Inc.
    • 7.2.11 RTX Corporation
    • 7.2.12 IAI
  • *List Not Exhaustive

8. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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Europe Intelligence Surveillance & Reconnaissance Industry Segmentation

Intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) is an integrated intelligence and operations function that can be defined as the coordinated acquisition, processing, and provision of accurate, relevant, and timely information and intelligence to support the defense force's decision-making process.

The Europe ISR market is segmented by platform into air, land, sea, and space. The report also offers the market size and forecasts for five countries across the region (United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Russia, and the Rest of Europe). 

For each segment, the market sizing and forecasts have been done based on value (USD).

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Europe Intelligence Surveillance & Reconnaissance Market Research FAQs

How big is the Europe Intelligence Surveillance And Reconnaissance Market?

The Europe Intelligence Surveillance And Reconnaissance Market size is expected to reach USD 4.01 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 4.47% to reach USD 4.99 billion by 2030.

What is the current Europe Intelligence Surveillance And Reconnaissance Market size?

In 2025, the Europe Intelligence Surveillance And Reconnaissance Market size is expected to reach USD 4.01 billion.

Who are the key players in Europe Intelligence Surveillance And Reconnaissance Market?

General Dynamics Corporation, The Boeing Company, Elbit Systems Ltd., BAE Systems plc and L3Harris Technologies, Inc. are the major companies operating in the Europe Intelligence Surveillance And Reconnaissance Market.

What years does this Europe Intelligence Surveillance And Reconnaissance Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Europe Intelligence Surveillance And Reconnaissance Market size was estimated at USD 3.83 billion. The report covers the Europe Intelligence Surveillance And Reconnaissance Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Europe Intelligence Surveillance And Reconnaissance Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Europe Intelligence Surveillance & Reconnaissance Industry Report

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