High Energy Lasers Global Market Report 2024

High-energy lasers (HEL) are designed to operate at power levels lower than their maximum rating, allowing for adaptability in terms of mission and limitations based on the target impact. These lasers are employed to deliver heat to the surface of a target, and their operational aspects include being line-of-sight systems, requiring visibility of the target. The time of flight for the laser beam is minimal, and it transmits thermal energy to a target's surface over a non-negligible time scale.

The main types of high-energy lasers include gas lasers, fiber lasers, solid-state lasers, and excimer lasers. Gas lasers are utilized in long-distance or remote sensing systems as general-purpose generators of intense and coherent light. In high-power CO2 lasers, gas is rapidly circulated through mechanisms like forced convection or fast flow. These lasers find applications in various fields such as cutting, welding, drilling, military and defense, as well as communications.

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The high energy lasers market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $14.72 billion in 2023 to $17.37 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.0%. The growth observed during the historic period can be attributed to several factors, including increased military applications of high-energy lasers, a growing demand from the aerospace and defense industry, heightened investment in research and development, and increased focus on laser fusion technologies. These factors collectively contributed to the expansion and utilization of high-energy lasers in various applications during the historical period.

The high energy lasers market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $32.95 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.4%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to various factors, including the increasing use of high-energy lasers for industrial and materials processing, a rise in renewable energy applications, growing importance in environmental sensing, increasing demand for cybersecurity and data communication solutions, and advancements in fiber lasers and beam control technologies. Major trends expected during this period include the development and deployment of directed energy weapons (DEW), the utilization of space-based lasers, advancements in industrial laser cutting applications, a trend towards miniaturization of laser weapons, and the continued development of solid-state lasers. These trends reflect the expanding range of applications and advancements in high-energy laser technologies across different sectors.

The surge in demand for laser weapon systems within the defense sector is anticipated to drive the expansion of the high-energy laser market in the foreseeable future. Laser weapon systems, designed to address identified capability gaps against asymmetric threats such as unmanned aerial systems, small boats, and ISR sensors, are increasingly crucial in the global Navy and Airforce for countering airborne threats like missiles and drones. Notably, in 2021, India's Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) aimed to produce a high-power laser weapon with a budget request of $100 million from the Ministry of Defense. This trend is poised to propel the market to reach an estimated value of $14.7 billion by 2026, emphasizing the growing significance of laser weapon systems in defense strategies.

The anticipated growth of the high-energy lasers market is further driven by the escalating military spending observed globally. Military spending, denoting a nation's financial allocation for defense capabilities, encompasses funding for armed forces, defense infrastructure, equipment, personnel, research and development, and other national security-related expenditures. High-energy lasers (HELs) contribute to military capabilities by offering precision, reducing logistical burdens, extending operational range, and minimizing risks associated with accidental detonation. Notably, the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) reported a 3.7% increase in global military spending in 2022, reaching a record $2240 billion. The consistent rise in China's military budget for the 26th consecutive year underscores the pivotal role of increased military spending in propelling the growth of the high-energy lasers market.

An emerging trend gaining traction in the high-energy laser market is the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in laser defense systems. Many market players are actively developing AI-based products to gain a competitive edge. A noteworthy example is Lockheed Martin, a US-based aerospace and defense company, which successfully tested the Layered Laser Defense (LLD) in April 2022. This laser weapon system utilizes a high-power laser to counter unmanned aerial systems and fast-attack boats, while also tracking inbound air threats, supporting combat identification, and conducting battle damage assessments. The incorporation of specialized optics for target viewing and laser beam direction, coupled with artificial intelligence enhancements for improved tracking and aiming, positions the LLD as a compact and powerful system, surpassing the efficiency of its predecessors.

Major players within the high-energy laser market are strategically focusing on cutting-edge products, such as elite high-energy nanosecond lasers, to drive revenue growth. These sophisticated laser systems are designed to generate high-energy pulses with nanosecond durations, catering to a range of applications in scientific, industrial, and military domains. A notable example is Amplitude Laser Group, a France-based company renowned for ultrafast and high-power laser systems. In April 2021, the company introduced elite high-energy nanosecond lasers and pump lasers for the Pulsar Terawatt ('TW') and Pulsar Picowatt ('PW') laser chains. These state-of-the-art lasers, characterized by their ability to produce short-duration, high-intensity pulses, offer industrial-grade dependability and best-in-class performance in compact packages. The Pulsar PW, specifically designed for high-field science, stands out for its unmatched energy and pointing stabilities, while Pulsar TW achieves the highest intensities.

In a strategic move in March 2022, Luminar, a US-based company specializing in laser sensor technology and software, acquired Freedom Photonics for $42.3 million. This acquisition signifies a multi-year collaboration between the two entities to advance next-generation laser chip technology. Freedom Photonics, recognized for its high-performance laser chips, is poised to play a pivotal role in optimizing performance and advancing the cost roadmap of Luminar's upcoming projects. As a US-based manufacturer of unique photonic components, modules, and subsystems, along with high-power lasers, Freedom Photonics aligns with Luminar's commitment to innovation and technological advancement in the laser sensor sector.

Major companies operating in the high energy lasers market include Sick AG, Petasense Inc., Allegro MicroSystems Inc., Robert Bosch GmbH, NXP Semiconductors NV, Infineon Technologies AG, Sensoronix Inc., TE Connectivity Inc., Spectec Techno Projects Pvt. Ltd ., Sensor Solutions Corporation, ABB Ltd., Rockwell Automation Inc., STMicroelectronics, Pepperl+Fuchs Group, Schneider Electric SE, TRUMPF Pvt. Ltd., IPG Photonics Corporation, Coherent Inc., nLight Inc., Bae Systems PLC, Alltec Gmbh, Lockheed Martin Corporation, Applied Companies Inc., The Boeing Company, Lumentum Holdings Inc., Bystronic Laser AG, Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co. Ltd., RUMPF Pvt. Ltd., Laserline GmbH, Daheng Optics Inc.

North America was the largest region in the high energy lasers market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in this high energy lasers market share report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa.

The countries covered in the high energy lasers market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

The high energy laser market consists of sales of free electron laser, chemical laser and Q-switched laser. 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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