Military Vetronics Market Report 2026

The military vetronics market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $5.55 billion in 2025 to $5.79 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased integration of advanced navigation and communication systems enhancing vehicle situational awareness, rising adoption of vehicle optronics improving target detection and recognition capabilities, growth in deployment of joint fire support systems strengthening coordinated battlefield operations, expansion of vehicle radar sensor usage improving threat monitoring and survivability, modernization of armored vehicle fleets driving demand for upgraded vetronics architectures.

The military vetronics market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.86 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to development of ai-enabled vetronics platforms enhancing autonomous decision-making and system interoperability, rising demand for modular and scalable electronic architectures supporting next-generation vehicle upgrades, increasing adoption of sensor fusion technologies improving real-time battlefield awareness, growth in unmanned ground vehicle deployment driving advanced vetronics integration, expanding investment in cyber-secure vetronics systems ensuring resilience against electronic warfare threats. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of joint fire support systems, advanced vehicle optronics and sensor fusion, real-time radar and situational awareness systems, modular vetronics architecture for rapid upgrades, enhanced survivability and electronic countermeasure capabilities.

An increase in defense expenditure is expected to drive the growth of the military vetronics market in the coming years. Defense expenditure includes all current and capital spending on the armed forces, peacekeeping troops, defense ministries, and other government organizations involved in defense initiatives, including paramilitary forces. With expanding defense budgets, military organizations can allocate more resources to researching, developing, and acquiring advanced vetronic systems. This additional investment enables the adoption of cutting-edge technologies such as advanced sensors, communication systems, unmanned systems, and integrated command and control solutions. For example, in April 2024, the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute, a Sweden-based international institute, reported that global military spending reached approximately $2.29 trillion in 2022 and increased to $2.44 trillion in 2023, representing a 6.8% year-over-year rise. Therefore, rising defense expenditure is driving growth in the military vetronics market.

Major companies in the military vetronics market are focusing on developing technologically advanced products, such as non-ITAR vehicular navigation systems, to maintain their competitive position. A non-ITAR vehicular navigation system is a navigation technology integrated into vehicles that is not subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) restrictions. For example, in June 2024, Granta Autonomy, a Lithuania-based defense technology company, launched the Hornet XR, a hand-launched reconnaissance UAV, at Eurosatory 2024. Weighing just 2.9 kg, the Hornet XR is engineered for covert operations, offering silent flight for up to 3 hours and covering distances of up to 160 km. Its autonomous features enable operation in GNSS-denied and jamming-prone environments, ensuring mission success under electronic warfare conditions. Its modular design allows rapid deployment and easy transport, making it a versatile asset for frontline intelligence gathering.

In December 2024, Rheinmetall, a Germany-based provider of defense technology and military vehicle systems, acquired Loc Performance Products for $950 million. Through this acquisition, Rheinmetall aimed to strengthen its position in the U.S. defense market and expand its land vehicle production capabilities to support large-scale military programs. Loc Performance Products is a US-based manufacturer specializing in advanced vehicle systems, including large-scale welding, composite rubber track production, and support for major U.S. Army programs.

Major companies operating in the military vetronics market are General Electric Co, Raytheon Company, The Boeing Company, Lockheed Martin Corporation, Rheinmetall AG, Elbit Systems Ltd., Saab AB, General Dynamics Corporation, Northrop Grumman, Kongsberg Gruppen ASA, Cummins Inc., BAE Systems Inc., Collins Aerospace, Curtiss-Wright Corp, Cobham Limited, Safran SA, Thales SA, L3Harris Technologies Inc., TE Connectivity Ltd., Leonardo-Finmeccanica SPA, Oshkosh Defense LLC, KVH Industries Inc., C4 Advanced Tactical Systems LLC.

North America was the largest region in the military vetronics market in 2025. The regions covered in the military vetronics market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have impacted the military vetronics market by increasing the cost of high-tech electronic components, sensors, and computing systems, causing supply chain disruptions and delayed deliveries. Segments like sensor systems, electronic warfare systems, and advanced navigation systems are most affected, particularly in regions such as North America and Asia-Pacific. Positive impacts include incentivizing domestic production and stimulating investments in localized manufacturing and technology innovation.

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Military vetronics involves the integration of advanced electronics and computer systems into military vehicles, aiming to enhance situational awareness, survivability, and combat effectiveness. These systems are deployed across various functionalities within military vehicles, encompassing navigation, observation, communications, power management, propulsion, and weapon systems.

Primary categories of military electronics include navigation systems, communication systems, power systems, control and data distribution systems, C4 (Command, Control, Communications, and Computers) systems, display systems, and other related systems. Navigation systems, for instance, provide critical information regarding a vehicle's precise position, speed, and direction. These systems are available in both line-fit (original installation) and retrofit versions, catering to diverse applications such as unmanned ground vehicles, light-protected vehicles, specialized military vehicles, armored amphibious vehicles, among others. They find utilization predominantly within defense and homeland security sectors.

The countries covered in the military vetronics market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The military vetronics market consists of revenues earned by entities by joint fire support systems and vehicle optronics, and vehicle radar sensors. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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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