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Vietnam Military Drone (UAV) Market

Published Dec 16, 2025
Length 125 Pages
SKU # BLWC20706939

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Vietnam Military Drone (UAV) Market, By Type (Fixed-Wing, Rotary Blade, Hybrid); By Application (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), Warfare Operations, Logistics & Supply); By Range (Short Range, Medium Range, Long Range, High Altitude Long Endurance (HALE), Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE)); By End User (Air Force, Army, Navy, Homeland Security), Trend Analysis, Competitive Landscape & Forecast, 2019–2032Vietnam Military Drone (UAV) Market Size Whirring at 3.2X to Reach USD 300 Million by 2032

Vietnam Military Drone (UAV) Market is booming primarily due to escalating geopolitical and military tensions, rapid adoption of technological advancements, surging surveillance needs, counterterrorism efforts, and regional power competition.

BlueWeave Consulting, a leading strategic consulting and market research firm, in its recent study, estimated Vietnam Military Drone (UAV) Market size by value at USD 94.98 million in 2025. During the forecast period between 2026 and 2032, BlueWeave expects Vietnam Military Drone (UAV) Market size to more than triple its size at a robust CAGR of 17.83%, reaching a value of USD 299.57 million by 2031. The strong growth of Vietnam Military Drone (UAV) Market is driven by increasing defense budgets, rising geopolitical tensions, and the need for advanced surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities. Growing adoption of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for border security, counter-terrorism, and intelligence gathering enhances demand. Technological advancements, including AI integration and improved payload capacities, boost operational efficiency. Additionally, expanding military modernization programs in major APAC countries, including China, India, Japan, and Australia, support the further expansion of Vietnam Military Drone (UAV) Market. The strategic importance of drones in reducing human risk and conducting precision strikes further fuels investments. Rising collaborations between governments and defense contractors also accelerate innovations and deployment.

Opportunity – Increasing Budget Allocation to Defense Modernization

Countries across the regions are significantly increasing their defense spending, driven by rising geopolitical tensions and the need for advanced military capabilities. Major Asia Pacific countries, such as China, India, Japan, and Australia, are increasing their defense budgets to modernize their armed forces, with a strong focus on integrating unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or drones. This surge in funding enables the procurement and development of sophisticated Military Drone (UAV) for surveillance, reconnaissance, and combat missions, directly fueling the expansion of Vietnam Military Drone (UAV) Market. Enhanced budget allocations accelerate innovations and deployment, positioning drones as a critical component of regional defense strategies.

ISR Segment Dominates Vietnam Military Drone (UAV) Market

The Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) segment accounts for the largest market share of Vietnam Military Drone (UAV) Market, due to an increasing demand for real-time battlefield intelligence and enhanced situational awareness. ISR drones offer critical capabilities, such as aerial surveillance, target tracking, and data gathering without risking human lives. Vietnam is investing in deploying ISR drones to monitor borders, support military operations, and improve decision-making. The segment’s growth is further fueled by advancements in drone sensors, imaging technology, and data analytics, making ISR drones indispensable for modern defense strategies in Vietnam.

Impact of Escalating Geopolitical Tensions on Vietnam Military Drone (UAV) Market

Escalating geopolitical tensions are boosting the growth of Vietnam Military Drone (UAV) Market. Nations are increasingly investing in advanced unmanned or uncrewed aerial systems for enhanced surveillance, intelligence, and combat capabilities amid rising border disputes and strategic rivalries. The surge in defense spending accelerates the adoption of drones for real-time reconnaissance and force multiplication, boosting market demand. Additionally, countries prioritize indigenous drone development to reduce reliance on foreign technology, fostering innovation and regional competition. Consequently, Vietnam Military Drone (UAV) market is witnessing rapid expansion, fueled by heightened security concerns and the strategic need for technological superiority in an increasingly volatile environment.

Competitive Landscape

Vietnam Military Drone (UAV) Market is highly fragmented, with numerous players serving the market. Major companies dominating the market are AeroVironment, Inc., CTGroup (CT UAV), Elbit Systems Ltd, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Raytheon Technologies (RTX), SZ DJI Technology Co., Ltd, Thales Group, and Viettel Group. The key marketing strategies adopted by the players are facility expansion, product diversification, alliances, collaborations, partnerships, and acquisitions to expand their customer reach and gain a competitive edge over their competitors in Vietnam Military Drone (UAV) Market.

The report's in-depth analysis provides information about growth potential, upcoming trends, and Vietnam Military Drone (UAV) Market statistics. It also highlights the factors driving forecasts of total market size. The report promises to provide recent technology trends in Vietnam Military Drone (UAV) Market, along with industry insights to help decision-makers make sound strategic decisions. Furthermore, the report also analyses the growth drivers, challenges, and competitive dynamics of the market.

Table of Contents

125 Pages
Research Framework
Research Objective
Product Overview
Market Segmentations
Executive Summary
Vietnam  Military Drone (UAV) Market Insights
Industry Value Chain Analysis
DROC Analysis
Growth Drivers
Increasing Allocation toward Defence
Rising Geopolitical Tensions & Border Surveillance Needs
Advancements in AI & Autonomous Drone Technologies
Restraints
High Initial Investments & Maintenance Costs
Regulatory Challenges & Airspace Restrictions
Cybersecurity Risks & Vulnerability to Hacking
Opportunities
Expansion of Military Cargo Drone Operations
Government Initiatives Supporting Domestic Drone Manufacturing
Challenges
Ethical Concerns & Public Opposition to Military Drone Usage
Complex Integration with Existing Defense Systems
Technological Advancements/Recent Developments
Regulatory Framework
Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
Bargaining Power of Suppliers
Bargaining Power of Buyers
Threat of New Entrants
Threat of Substitutes
Intensity of Rivalry
Vietnam  Military Drone (UAV) Market Strategies
Vietnam  Military Drone (UAV) Market: Pricing Analysis
Vietnam  Military Drone (UAV) Market Overview
Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2032
By Value (USD Million)
Market Share & Forecast
By Type
Fixed-Wing
Rotary Blade
Hybrid
By Application
Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR)
Warfare Operations
Logistics & Supply
By Range
Short Range
Medium Range
Long Range
High Altitude Long Endurance (HALE)
Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE)
Competitive Landscape
Competitive Landscape
List of Key Players and Their Offerings
Vietnam  Military Drone (UAV) Company Market Share Analysis, 2026
Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating Parameters
Key Strategic Developments (Mergers, Acquisitions, Partnerships)
Impact of Escalating Geopolitical Tensions on Vietnam  Military Drone (UAV) Market
Company Profiles (Company Overview, Financial Matrix, Competitive Landscape, Key Personnel, Key Competitors, Contact Address, Strategic Outlook, SWOT Analysis)
AeroVironment, Inc.
CTGroup (CT UAV)
Elbit Systems Ltd
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI)
Lockheed Martin
Northrop Grumman
Raytheon Technologies (RTX)
SZ DJI Technology Co., Ltd
Thales Group
Viettel Group
Other Prominent Players
Key Strategic Recommendations
Research Methodology
 Qualitative Research
 Primary & Secondary Research
 Quantitative Research
 Market Breakdown & Data Triangulation
 Secondary Research
 Primary Research
 Breakdown of Primary Research Respondents, By Region
 Assumptions & Limitations
*Financial information of case of non-listed companies can be provided as per availability.
**The segmentation and the companies are subject to modifications based on in-depth secondary research for the final deliverable
List of Figures
Figure 1 Vietnam  Military Drone (UAV) Systems Segmentation   
Figure 2 Vietnam  Military Drone (UAV) Systems Market Value Chain Analysis
Figure 3 Company Market Share Analysis, 2025
Figure 4 Vietnam  Military Drone (UAV) Systems Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2032
Figure 5 Vietnam  Military Drone (UAV) Systems Market Share, By Type, By Value, 2019–2032
Figure 6 Vietnam  Military Drone (UAV) Systems Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2032
Figure 7 Vietnam  Military Drone (UAV) Systems Market Share, By Range, By Value, 2019–2032  
List of Tables
Table 1  Vietnam  Military Drone (UAV) Systems Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2032
Table 2  Vietnam  Military Drone (UAV) Systems Market Size, By Type, By Value, 2019–2032
Table 3  Vietnam  Military Drone (UAV) Systems Market Size, By Application, By Value, 2019–2032
Table 4   AeroVironment Inc Company Overview
Table 5   AeroVironment Inc Financial Overview
Table 6   CTGroup (CT UAV) Company Overview
Table 7   CTGroup (CT UAV) Financial Overview
Table 8  Elbit Systems Ltd Company Overview
Table 9  Elbit Systems Ltd Financial Overview
Table 10   General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Company Overview
Table 11   General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Financial Overview
Table 12   Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) Company Overview
Table 13   Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) Financial Overview
Table 14   Lockheed Martin Corp Company Overview
Table 15   Lockheed Martin Corp Financial Overview
Table 16   Northrop Grumman Corp Company Overview
Table 17   Northrop Grumman Corp Financial Overview
Table 18   RTX Corp Company Overview
Table 19   RTX Corp Financial Overview
Table 20   SZ DJI Technology Co., Ltd Company Overview
Table 21   SZ DJI Technology Co., Ltd Financial Overview
Table 22   Thales Group Company Overview
Table 23   Thales Group Financial Overview
Table 24   Viettel Group Company Overview
Table 25   Viettel Group Financial Overview
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