Search And Rescue (SAR) Equipment Global Market Report 2024

Search and rescue (SAR) equipment plays a crucial role in locating individuals who may be trapped or injured in various emergency situations, such as accidents or fires.

The primary categories of search and rescue (SAR) equipment encompass rescue equipment, search equipment, communication equipment, technical equipment, planning equipment, and other miscellaneous equipment. Rescue equipment is specifically designed for the extraction and assistance of individuals during emergencies. The platforms for deploying this equipment include airborne, marine, and ground-based scenarios, applied across different contexts like combat SAR, urban SAR, and industrial settings.

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The search and rescue (sar) equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $86.92 billion in 2023 to $91.62 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4%. The growth observed during the historic period can be attributed to various factors, including the occurrence of natural disasters and the consequent need for emergency response, applications in defense and military operations, considerations for maritime and aviation safety, government funding directed towards Search and Rescue (SAR) operations, and an increase in outdoor recreational activities.

The search and rescue (sar) equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $115.07 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to several factors, including the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning in Search and Rescue (SAR) operations, the utilization of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for SAR, real-time communication and coordination advancements, GPS and satellite-based location tracking, the expansion of private sector SAR services, and the use of robotics and drones in SAR operations. Key trends in the forecast period include the adoption of wearable SAR technology for first responders, enhanced data analytics for predictive SAR, AI-powered image and speech recognition technologies, the development of autonomous SAR systems, the emphasis on green and sustainable SAR equipment, and increased cross-border and international SAR coordination.

The growth of the search and rescue equipment market is anticipated to be propelled by the increasing incidents of terrorism and insurgency. Terrorism, often employed as a means to achieve political goals, and insurgency, characterized by clear political objectives, not only result in the direct economic destruction of property and lives but also have indirect impacts on the economy. These consequences include xenophobia, loss of tourism, market uncertainty, and increased insurance claims. In 2021, nearly 73 terrorist attacks and plots were reported in the United States, leading to 30 fatalities, a stark increase from the previous year's count of 5, as indicated by the Center for Strategic and International Studies. Additionally, the Global Terrorism Index 2022, published on ReliefWeb, reported a decline in terrorism's impact despite a 17% rise in attacks in 2021. Deaths from terrorism decreased by 1.2% to 7,142, emphasizing the diminishing lethality of terrorism. Therefore, the escalating instances of terrorism and insurgency are significant drivers for the anticipated growth of the search and rescue equipment market.

The anticipated growth of the search and rescue (SAR) equipment market is further fueled by the increasing occurrences of natural disasters. Natural disasters, characterized by sudden and destructive events stemming from natural forces like earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, or wildfires, result in substantial damage and loss of life. The heightened demand for effective disaster response, specialized equipment needs, technological advancements, government investments, and humanitarian responses collectively contribute to the expansion of the SAR equipment market. In 2021, a total of 432 catastrophic events related to natural hazards were documented, causing 10,492 fatalities and affecting around 101.8 million individuals, with economic losses totaling approximately 252.1 billion US$, according to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs. This exceeded the annual average of 357 such events recorded from 2001 to 2020. Hence, the increasing incidents of natural disasters are a driving force behind the anticipated growth of the SAR equipment market.

Major players in the search and rescue equipment market are focusing on the development of new technologies designed to enhance firefighter safety. For example, in April 2021, MSA Safety Incorporated introduced LUNAR, a search and rescue device aimed at improving firefighter safety. This versatile device integrates advanced technologies, including Firefighting Assisting Search Technology (FAST), personal thermal imaging with edge detection, direct cellular cloud connectivity, and a LUNAR-to-LUNAR network for seamless on-scene communication. The introduction of such innovative technologies is expected to enhance the capabilities of search and rescue equipment.

Major companies in the search and rescue equipment market involves the development of multi-functional rescue tools to sustain their market position. These tools are versatile devices equipped to assist in various emergency situations, combining functionalities such as cutting, prying, and glass-breaking capabilities. For instance, in April 2023, Holmatro introduced T1, an all-in-one forcible entry tool for rescue operations. This multi-functional and weight-optimized tool, operable by a single person, consolidates the features of an extensive breaching kit into a single, compact device. The Holmatro T1 offers cutting, spreading, lifting, wedging, ramming, and hammering capabilities, making it an efficient all-in-one solution for diverse emergency scenarios.

In January 2022, ACR Group, a US-based innovator of satellite-based tracking data communications, acquired TRX Systems, a US-based creator of the TRX dismounted assured position, navigation, and timing (PNT) system and the NEON GPS-denied location solutions (TRX DAPS). This acquisition enhances the capabilities of dismounted warfighters to conduct operations in GPS-challenged, degraded, or denied environments.

Major companies operating in the search and rescue (sar) equipment market include Amateur Radio Electronics, Aeromarine Srt, Cubic Corporation, Elbit Systems Ltd., Garmin Ltd., Honeywell International Inc., RTX Corporation, Airborne Systems North America Inc., CMC Rescue Inc., Cascade Rescue Company, Angloco Ltd., Weber Rescue Systems, SAR Products Ltd., General Dynamics Corporation, Leonardo, Textron Systems, Thales Group, Viking Life-Saving Equipment, Mustang Survival, Survitec Group Limited, Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA, Cobham PLC, BAE Systems PLC, L3Harris Technologies Inc., FLIR Systems Inc., Harken Inc., Epik Medical Group, Rock Exotica, Skylotec GmbH, National Retail Solutions (NRS), Leader Electronics Corporation

North America was the largest region in the search and rescue (SAR) equipment market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the search and rescue (SAR) equipment market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

The countries covered in the search and rescue (SAR) equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK and USA.

The search and rescue (SAR) equipment market consists of sales of medical equipment and logistics equipment. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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