Military Wearables Global Market Report 2024

The military wearables market has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.72 billion in 2023 to $3.96 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. During the historical period, the expansion can be ascribed to soldier modernization programs, a heightened emphasis on soldier health and safety, specific requirements for special forces, the demands of urban warfare, and the integration with tactical gear.

The military wearables market is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.16 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be linked to progress in health monitoring, increased utilization in training, integration with augmented reality (AR), improved communication features, and the fusion of wearable sensors. Noteworthy trends expected in the forecast period involve a concentration on ergonomic design to enhance comfort and mobility, the creation of Personal Area Network (PAN) solutions, the incorporation of advanced materials for heightened durability, the implementation of gesture control and human-machine interface, and a dedicated focus on cybersecurity measures.

The anticipated rise in defense expenditures is poised to drive the growth of the military wearables market in the future. Defense expenditure encompasses ongoing and future investments in armed forces, including peacekeeping activities conducted by defense ministries, governmental organizations working on defense initiatives, and paramilitary groups capable of participating in military operations. Various wearable gadgets and equipment integrated into a soldier's wearable or uniform within the defense organization can alleviate the need for carrying additional payloads. The armed forces are expected to experience the impact of wearable technology in the years to come. For example, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), global military spending reached a record $2240 billion in 2022, reflecting a 3.7% increase. Therefore, the growth of defense expenditures is a driving force behind the expansion of the military wearables market.

The increasing adoption of the Internet of Things (IoT) is set to propel the growth of the military wearables market. IoT refers to the interconnected network of physical devices, vehicles, and appliances embedded with sensors, software, and network connectivity, enabling them to collect and exchange data. The rising adoption of IoT is boosting the use of military wearables, as they leverage IoT connectivity for enhanced real-time data collection, communication, and analysis on the battlefield. Equipped with sensors and communication capabilities, military wearables improve situational awareness, decision-making, and operational efficiency, aligning with modern defense strategies. Dataprot reports that there were over ten billion active IoT devices in use in 2021, with an anticipated increase to 25.4 billion by 2030. Thus, the growing adoption of IoT is a driving factor for the military wearables market.

Technological advancement is a prominent trend gaining momentum in the military wearables market. Major companies in this sector are dedicated to innovating their products to strengthen their market position. For instance, the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), in collaboration with the Nano Bio-Materials Consortium and Case Western Reserve University, introduced a wearable sensor in December 2022 for measuring biomarkers in airmen and guardians. These wearable sensors enhance the capability to capture and monitor molecular signatures in bodily fluids, crucial for monitoring the well-being of Airmen and Guardians during critical operations. These sensors can take the form of mouthguards, skin patches, or microneedle patches penetrating the epidermis into the interstitial fluid.

Key players in the military wearable market are actively innovating their products, such as the X9 Spider Wearable, to provide comprehensive individual combat capability, enabling soldiers to receive and process data while on foot and stay connected to the digital battlefield. General Micro Systems (GMS) Inc. launched the X9 Spider Wearable in October 2022, equipped with high-performance processing, communication, video capabilities, and artificial intelligence. This ruggedized, battery-powered computer can drive multiple on-body displays, connect to wireless LANs and personal area networks, store significant onboard data, and process on-board AI algorithms.

In October 2021, iT2, a US-based wearable communications solutions company operating in aviation, defense, and space markets, acquired Sonitus Technologies for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is expected to facilitate the development of unified personal communications-based wearable solutions for defense, commercial, and consumer markets, extending the utility of apparel beyond clothing. Sonitus Technologies is a US-based company specializing in military wearables.

Major companies operating in the military wearables market report are Aselsan A.S., Bionic Power Inc., Lockheed Martin Corporation, BAE Systems plc, Saab AB, General Dynamics Corporation, Elbit Systems Ltd., L3Harris Corporation, Rheinmetall AG, Safran S.A, Thales Group, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Ultra Electronics Holdings, Teledyne Flir LLC, Leonardo S.P.A., Viasat Inc., TE Connectivity Ltd., TT Electronics PLC., Interactive Wear AG, Epsilor-Electric Fuel Ltd., Glenair Inc., Milpower Source Inc., Safariland L.L.C., Singapore Technologies Engineering Ltd., Honeywell International Inc., Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Alpha Design Technologies, Revision Military, SECRE International Inc., Tactical Systems Group.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the military wearables market in 2023. The regions covered in the military wearables market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the military wearables market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The primary categories of military wearables include wristwear, modular devices, eyewear, smart key chains, earwear, and other variations. Wristwear, for instance, pertains to items worn on the wrist, such as watches and bracelets, serving a multitude of purposes for military personnel. These purposes include timekeeping, navigation, tactical information access, communication, fitness tracking, environmental monitoring, survival tools utilization, and provision of stealth and durability in challenging environments. The key technologies employed encompass communication and computing, connectivity, navigation, vision and surveillance, exoskeleton capabilities, monitoring functionalities, power and energy management, as well as smart textiles. These technologies find application across various end-users, including land forces, naval forces, and airborne forces.

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The military wearable market consists of sales of various wearables such as heads-up display, augmented reality (AR) glasses, and body armor. 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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