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Saudi Arabia Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market Size: By Class: Small and Medium UAV, Large UAV; By System: Software, Platform, Payload, Datalink, Ground Control Station, UAV Launch and Recovery System, Others; By Function: Inspection and Monitoring, Remote Sensing, Others; By End Use; Competitive Landscape; 2024-2032
Saudi Arabia Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market Outlook
The Saudi Arabia unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) market size reached around USD 134.17 million. The market is assessed to grow at a CAGR of 15.4% between 2024 and 2032 to reach nearly USD 499.81 million by 2032.
Key Takeaways
- In 2023, the Saudi Arabian government allocated USD 69 billion in defence, nearly 23% of its total budget.
- Saudi Arabia aims to manufacture and export drones as an attempt to diversify its economy and develop its capabilities.
- Saudi Arabia is expected to emerge as a leader in drone technologies, buoyed by favourable government regulations aimed at improving the quality of living in the country.
An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is an aircraft that has no passenger or pilot. Also known as a drone, it can be entirely or partially independent. Sometimes it is remotely controlled by a human pilot during the launch and recovery of an operation.
The extensive use of drones in the agriculture sector for soil assessment, crop monitoring, aerial mapping, and precision pesticide spraying is propelling the Saudi Arabia unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) market expansion. The Agricultural Development Fund of Saudi Arabia is dispensing nearly USD 220 million for high-tech greenhouses between 2021 to 2025. Such funds are primarily dedicated to incorporating techniques like drones into the agricultural field.
Key Trends and Developments
Increasing geopolitical concerns, rising use of UAVs in security and policing, favourable government initiatives aimed at economic diversification, and technological advancements and innovations are positively impacting the Saudi Arabia unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) market growth
| Date | Event |
| Feb 13th 2024 | Saudi Arabia acquired the Chinese Wing Loong-10B (WL-10B) unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV), a long-endurance and high-capability drone to strike its aerial and reconnaissance strike operations. |
| Feb 6th 2024 | KSA’s SAL Saudi Logistics Services Co. signed an MoU with Space Age to transform and localise the drone sector and enhance transportation and shipment efficiency through the use of drones. |
| Aug 7th 2023 | Saudi Arabia entered into a strategic agreement with Turkey’s Baykar Tech to localise the manufacturing of drones in the country and strengthen its capabilities. |
| Jul 18th 2023 | The Saudi Arabian Defence Ministry signed an agreement with Turkish defence firm Baykar to buy Turkish drones to bolster its defence capabilities and enhance the readiness of its armed forces. |
| Topic | Details |
| Growing concerns regarding geopolitical tensions and regional conflicts | UAVs have become crucial in modern warfare and armed conflicts due to increasing concerns surrounding regional conflicts and geopolitical tensions. |
| Rising use of UAVs in security and policing | UAVs are increasingly used in security and policing activities to monitor large crowds and provide aerial reconnaissance in sensitive areas due to their ease of deployment, ability to cover vast areas, and relay of real-time data. |
| Favourable government initiatives aimed at economic diversification | The introduction of favourable initiatives by the Saudi Arabian government, notably Vision 2030, aimed at economic diversification and localising 50% of its defence spending is boosting indigenous manufacturing of UAVs in the country. |
| Technological advancements and innovations | Advancements in collision avoidance technology, navigation systems, artificial intelligence, and payload capacity are making drones easier to operate, safer, and more reliable while boosting their efficiency and cost-efficiency. |
Saudi Arabia Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market Trends
The structural transformation of supply chains, coupled with the growing focus on enhancing the efficiency and time effectiveness of logistics operations, are positively influencing the Saudi Arabia unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) market. With the robust growth of the e-commerce sector, drones are emerging as viable transportation solutions to reduce vehicular emissions, overcome traffic, and lower operational costs while fulfilling instant delivery requirements.
Saudi Arabia is expected to emerge as a hub for drone technologies in the coming years due to the country’s complex desert, mountain, and water terrain and growing backlog across road infrastructure. The government is also integrating various regulations to facilitate the integration of drones into logistics infrastructure, aiding the market growth.
Market Segmentation
“Saudi Arabia Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:
| Market Breakup | Categories |
| Class | Small and Medium UAV, Large UAV |
| Systems | Software, Platform, Payload, Datalink, Ground Control Station, UAV Launch and Recovery System, Others |
| Function | Inspection and Monitoring, Remote Sensing, Product Delivery, Search and Rescue, Surveying and Mapping, Border Management, Photography and Film Production, Others |
| End Use | Military and Defence, Civil and Commercial, Logistics and Transportation, Energy and Power, Construction and Mining, Others |
Large drones dominate the Saudi Arabia unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) market share due to their applications in different end-use sectors
Large drones are used for business and professional purposes, especially in fields such as defence, agriculture, construction, and public safety, among others. These drones are termed as “large” due to their enormous capabilities such as high payload capacity and endurance. Advancements in technologies are expected to surge the use of large drones as alternatives for fighter jets for combat capabilities and rapid enemy detection in the forecast period.
Meanwhile, short drones can travel up to 90 miles and are typically used for intelligence and espionage gathering, whereas medium UAVs boast a distance range of 400 miles and are used for scientific studies, intelligence gathering, and meteorological research.
The use of UAVs in the military and defence sector is growing amid the rising geopolitical and regional tensions
The military and defence sector holds a significant share of the Saudi Arabia unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) market. Unmanned aerial vehicles have become a game changer for reshaping the fate of the modern military. These vehicles perform multiple functions, including reconnaissance, surveillance, combat operations, and targeting to strengthen the defence sector. Unmanned aerial vehicles mitigate the risks associated with a human pilot and can be deployed in any environment irrespective of its hostile or hazardous nature.
Countries like Saudi Arabia are also investing in the adoption and manufacturing of drones due to increased geopolitical tensions. In March 2022, Advanced Communications and Electronics Systems Co. of Saudi Arabia signed an agreement with China Electronics Technology Group Corp. to manufacture military drones in Saudi Arabia.
Meanwhile, UAVs are utilised in construction sites for 3D mapping and modelling, aerial photography, volumetric measurement, and construction progress monitoring. Growing focus on enhancing efficiency, improving safety standards, and reducing expenses of mining and construction activities are anticipated to fuel the Saudi Arabia unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) market expansion in the coming years.
In the civil and commercial sector, UAVs are used in diverse applications, including inspection, monitoring and management, photography and videography, and aerial mapping and surveying, among others. Architectures use UAVs in real estate for 3D views of the property for prospective clients, engineering firms deploy drones for critical activities such as road construction planning and transmission cables, and the technology is increasingly used to claim insurance during an accident.
Competitive Landscape
Major players included in the Saudi Arabia unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) market report are attempting to enhance the capabilities of drones
| Company | Founded | Headquarters | Fields |
| Northrop Grumman Corporation | 1994 | Virginia, United States | aerospace, defence, and cyberspace |
| Baykar Tech | 1986 | Istanbul, Türkiye | unmanned aerial vehicle systems, payload systems, avionics, and simulator system |
| SZ DJI Technology Co., Ltd | 2006 | Shenzhen, China | technology |
| Thales Group | 2000 | Paris, France | digital identity and security, aerospace and defence, transport, and defence and security |
Other Saudi Arabia unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) market players include Parrot Drone SAS, Autel Robotics Co., Ltd, Drone Solution Services Pte Ltd, Airbus SE, Boeing Co, and BAE System, among others.
Key Highlights of the Report
| REPORT FEATURES | DETAILS |
| Base Year | 2023 |
| Historical Period | 2018-2023 |
| Forecast Period | 2024-2032 |
| Scope of the Report |
Historical and Forecast Trends, Industry Drivers and Constraints, Historical and Forecast Market Analysis by Segment:
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*At Expert Market Research, we strive to always give you current and accurate information. The numbers depicted in the description are indicative and may differ from the actual numbers in the final EMR report.
1 Preface
2 Report Coverage – Key Segmentation and Scope
3 Report Description
3.1 Market Definition and Outlook
3.2 Properties and Applications
3.3 Market Analysis
3.4 Key Players
4 Key Assumptions
5 Executive Summary
5.1 Overview
5.2 Key Drivers
5.3 Key Developments
5.4 Competitive Structure
5.5 Key Industrial Trends
6 Market Snapshot
7 Opportunities and Challenges in the Market
8 MENA Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market Overview
8.1 MENA Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Historical Market (2018-2023)
8.2 MENA Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market Forecast (2024-2032)
8.3 MENA Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market by Country
8.3.1 Saudi Arabia
8.3.2 Iran
8.3.3 Morocco
8.3.4 Egypt
8.3.5 Kuwait
8.3.6 Jordan
8.3.7 Iraq
8.3.8 Qatar
8.3.9 Others
9 Saudi Arabia Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market Overview
9.1 Key Industry Highlights
9.2 Saudi Arabia Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Historical Market (2018-2023)
9.3 Saudi Arabia Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market Forecast (2024-2032)
10 Saudi Arabia Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market by Class
10.1 Small and Medium UAV
10.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
10.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
10.2 Large UAV
10.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
10.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11 Saudi Arabia Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market by System
11.1 Software
11.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.2 Platform
11.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.3 Payload
11.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.4 Datalink
11.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.4.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.5 Ground Control Station
11.5.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.5.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.6 UAV Launch and Recovery System
11.6.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.6.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.7 Others
12 Saudi Arabia Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market by Function
12.1 Inspection and Monitoring
12.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
12.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
12.2 Remote Sensing
12.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
12.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
12.3 Product Delivery
12.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
12.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
12.4 Search and Rescue
12.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
12.4.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
12.5 Surveying and Mapping
12.5.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
12.5.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
12.6 Border Management
12.6.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
12.6.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
12.7 Photography and Film Production
12.7.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
12.7.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
12.8 Others
13 Saudi Arabia Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market by End Use
13.1 Military and Defence
13.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
13.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
13.2 Civil and Commercial
13.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
13.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
13.3 Logistics and Transportation
13.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
13.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
13.4 Energy and Power
13.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
13.4.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
13.5 Construction and Mining
13.5.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
13.5.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
13.6 Others
14 Market Dynamics
14.1 SWOT Analysis
14.1.1 Strengths
14.1.2 Weaknesses
14.1.3 Opportunities
14.1.4 Threats
14.2 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
14.2.1 Supplier’s Power
14.2.2 Buyer’s Power
14.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
14.2.4 Degree of Rivalry
14.2.5 Threat of Substitutes
14.3 Key Indicators of Demand
14.4 Key Indicators of Price
15 Competitive Landscape
15.1 Market Structure
15.2 Company Profiles
15.2.1 Thales Group
15.2.1.1 Company Overview
15.2.1.2 Product Portfolio
15.2.1.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.2.1.4 Certifications
15.2.2 SZ DJI Technology Co., Ltd
15.2.2.1 Company Overview
15.2.2.2 Product Portfolio
15.2.2.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.2.2.4 Certifications
15.2.3 Parrot Drone SAS
15.2.3.1 Company Overview
15.2.3.2 Product Portfolio
15.2.3.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.2.3.4 Certifications
15.2.4 Autel Robotics Co., Ltd
15.2.4.1 Company Overview
15.2.4.2 Product Portfolio
15.2.4.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.2.4.4 Certifications
15.2.5 Airbus SE
15.2.5.1 Company Overview
15.2.5.2 Product Portfolio
15.2.5.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.2.5.4 Certifications
15.2.6 Northrop Grumman Corporation
15.2.6.1 Company Overview
15.2.6.2 Product Portfolio
15.2.6.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.2.6.4 Certifications
15.2.7 Drone Solution Services Pte Ltd
15.2.7.1 Company Overview
15.2.7.2 Product Portfolio
15.2.7.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.2.7.4 Certifications
15.2.8 Baykar Tech
15.2.8.1 Company Overview
15.2.8.2 Product Portfolio
15.2.8.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.2.8.4 Certifications
15.2.9 BAE System Plc
15.2.9.1 Company Overview
15.2.9.2 Product Portfolio
15.2.9.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.2.9.4 Certifications
15.2.10 Boeing Co
15.2.10.1 Company Overview
15.2.10.2 Product Portfolio
15.2.10.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.2.10.4 Certifications
15.2.11 Others
16 Key Trends and Developments in the Market
List of Key Figures and Tables
1. MENA Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2018 and 2032
2. Saudi Arabia Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2018 and 2032
3. Saudi Arabia Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Historical Market: Breakup by Class (USD Million), 2018-2023
4. Saudi Arabia Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market Forecast: Breakup by Class (USD Million), 2024-2032
5. Saudi Arabia Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Historical Market: Breakup by System (USD Million), 2018-2023
6. Saudi Arabia Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market Forecast: Breakup by System (USD Million), 2024-2032
7. Saudi Arabia Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Historical Market: Breakup by Function (USD Million), 2018-2023
8. Saudi Arabia Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market Forecast: Breakup by Function (USD Million), 2024-2032
9. Saudi Arabia Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Historical Market: Breakup by End Use (USD Million), 2018-2023
10. Saudi Arabia Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market Forecast: Breakup by End Use (USD Million), 2024-2032
11. Saudi Arabia Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market Structure
Key Questions Answered in the Report
In 2023, the market reached nearly USD 134.17 million.
The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 15.4% between 2024 and 2032.
The market is estimated to witness a healthy growth in 2024-2032 to reach around USD 499.81 million by 2032.
The major drivers of the market are the growing adoption of unmanned armed vehicles in multiple sectors including defence, transportation, healthcare, agriculture, and construction, among others. The upgradation of smart technology for imaging, analysis, and surveillance is also driving the market growth.
The key trends aiding the market expansion include the introduction of a drone management platform by Saudi Arabia and growing collaboration between the government and other countries to procure unmanned aerial vehicles to strengthen the defence sector.
The major classes of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) are small and medium UAV and large UAV.
The various end uses of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) are military and defence, civil and commercial, logistics and transportation, energy and power, and construction and mining, among others.
The major players in the market are Thales Group, SZ DJI Technology Co., Ltd, Parrot Drone SAS, Autel Robotics Co., Ltd, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Airbus SE, Boeing Co, Drone Solution Services Pte Ltd, BAE System, and Baykar Tech, among others.
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