Strategic Analysis of the European Small and Mini Unmanned Aerial Systems (S/MUAS) Markets

Published by: Frost & Sullivan

Published: Feb. 8, 2008 - 65 Pages

Table of Contents

1. Executive Summary

1. Executive Summary

1. Market Snapshop (Growth)

2. Sector Overview

3. Market Drivers and Restraints

4. Current Trends

5. The Future

6. The European S/MUAS Market

2. Market Research Engineering Methodology

1. Market Research Engineering Methodology

1. Domains of Expertise

2. Frost & Sullivan Research Methodology

3. Industry Research Participants

4. Terms of Reference

5. Glossary of Acronyms

6. NATO UAV Classifications

3. Total Market Analysis

1. Total Market Analysis

1. Total Market Value

2. European Market Growth

3. Market Segmentation - Western Europe

4. Market Segmentation - Eastern Europe

5. European Market - Force Field Diagram

4. Competitive Environment

1. Competitive Environment

1. Market Share

2. Principal Suppliers

3. The Influence of the USA and Israel

5. Cluster Analysis

1. Cluster Analysis

1. Cluster Segmentation

2. Procurement Trends

2. Primary Markets

1. Primary Markets Overview

2. France

3. Germany

4. Italy

5. Spain

6. The Netherlands

7. Turkey

8. United Kingdom

3. Secondary Market Cluster

1. Scandinavia

2. Eastern Europe

4. Tier III Market Cluster

1. Tier III - Minor European Makets

6. Technology Overview

1. Technology Overview

1. Technology Overview

7. Strategic Recommendations

1. Strategic Recommendations

1. Strategic Recommendations

Abstract

This Frost & Sullivan research service titled Strategic Analysis of the European Small and Mini Unmanned Aerial Systems (S/MUAS) Markets provides a detailed strategic forecast of the key European markets in addition to the analysis of current and future trends. In this research, Frost & Sullivan's expert analysts thoroughly examine the following: Europe’s primary market cluster (France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, Turkey and the United Kingdom), its secondary markets, (Scandinavia and Eastern Europe), and the rest of Europe’s, its third tier, markets. A synopsis of the technologies involved and strategic recommendations are also included in the study.

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Market Overview

High Levels of Versatility and Effectiveness Spur Proliferation of S/MUAS across Military Markets

From humble beginnings as target drones, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have taken flight in a new role, transforming the modern theatre of war. Whether at command level or with the infantryman engaged in the "Three Block War", they provide force protection through real-time situational awareness, day or night, on an often dispersed and complex battlefield. The tactical advantages of UAVs first became apparent to European forces in Kosovo and they have since gone on to prove themselves in Iraq and Afghanistan. At present, the mini-UAV has become the "must have piece of kit" for the front-line soldier at the sharp end of today’s asymmetric conflicts, where ambush is a constant threat.

"As European armies modernise and adapt to the new realities of a post-Warsaw pact world, small and mini-unmanned aerial systems (S/MUAS) have become an essential component of the modern army’s order of battle," notes the analyst of this research. "Most of those European nations’ forces that do not already possess them will be acquiring them in the near future." Their comparatively low cost, versatility and evolving sensor technologies mean that their use will proliferate across the military market in the foreseeable future. Moreover, their effectiveness and versatility have attracted the attention of a variety of potential para-military and civilian users as well.

SMEs to Play Increasingly Important Role in Market

The European market for S/MUAS will experience dramatic growth over the next ten years. It is expected to be worth a total of $1 billion over the period 2007-2016. Although the lion’s share of the market will be concentrated primarily among the major western European nations, led by France, Germany and the United Kingdom, significant potential market growth also exists elsewhere. For the time being, however, the European market for S/MUAS remains fragmented, with demand for systems varying widely from place to place, and over time.

With NATO having expanded again in 2004, opportunities will begin to emerge in eastern Europe, as newly joined members seek to update and upgrade their forces, bringing them in line with those of their new allies. In these and other secondary European S/MAUS markets, countries tend to be at a less mature phase, with purchasing priorities focused elsewhere in the short term. The bulk of procurement activity in this segment will therefore take place after 2010. "Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are playing an important role, offering exciting opportunities for new ventures in this still developing market," states the analyst. "Many European as well as other, mostly U.S. and Israeli suppliers are forming strategic partnerships with established industry primes to penetrate individual markets at the national level.

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