Physical Security Market Report 2025

The physical security market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $122.5 billion in 2024 to $129.36 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to strong economic growth in emerging markets, increased use of mobile surveillance technology systems, increasing incidences of terror attacks, and increasing use of Internet protocol (IP)-based cameras for video surveillance.

The physical security market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $182.34 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the growth of population globally and urbanization, integration of video surveillance systems with access control systems, and low cost of investment with video surveillance as a service (VSaaS). Major trends in the forecast period include a focus on new technologies such as 3d digital light detection and ranging (lidar) technology and developing new product solutions to strengthen their position in the market, focus on cloud-based security solutions to make their workplaces safer, centralize security operations and management, assure adaptability, and provide real-time monitoring, focus on product innovations and developing new product solutions with a focus on access management and touchless technology to improve product portfolio, focus on use of artificial intelligence (AI), focus on collaborations and acquisitions to improve their financial strength, product portfolio and geographical presence and focus on the expansion of the Internet of things (IoT) to give real-time security alerts, potentially changing the landscape of physical security standards.

The rising incidence of terrorist attacks is anticipated to propel the growth of the physical security market in the coming years. A terrorist attack is characterized by the use of violence or threats to instill fear in a large audience. Physical security systems offer robust measures to prevent unauthorized access by terrorists, thereby helping to reduce the likelihood of such attacks. For example, in March 2023, ReliefWeb, a US-based non-governmental organization, reported that the average fatalities per terrorist attack increased from 1.3 in 2021 to 1.7 in 2022. This marks the first rise in the lethality rate in five years. Consequently, the escalating number of terrorist incidents is driving demand for physical security solutions.

Government backing is expected to be a driving force behind the growth of the physical security market in the foreseeable future. Governments worldwide are actively supporting the manufacturing and services sector to develop innovative solutions that cater to the evolving needs of the security services industry. For instance, in August 2023, the UK government allocated £28 million ($35.67 million) in funding for places of worship to enhance safety, encompassing physical protective security features such as closed-circuit television (CCTV), intruder alarms, and secure fencing. In another instance, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in February 2023 earmarked $305 million to fund facility hardening and physical security enhancements for nonprofit organizations at high risk of terrorist or extremist attacks. Government support, thus, plays a pivotal role in propelling the growth of the physical security market.

Technological advancement emerges as a prominent trend gaining traction in the physical security market. Key players in the market are strategically focusing on the development of technologically advanced security systems to maintain their competitive edge. For example, Tuchware, an India-based electronics company, introduced the Smart Lock vendor XS series in February 2022. This smart lock, accompanied by hotel management software hotel-XS, boasts integrated features such as a door lock card management interface and other essential hotel administration functions. The use of stainless steel 304 grade enhances its durability, positioning it as a leading option in the Indian market.

Companies in the physical security market are leveraging new technologies such as 3D digital light detection and ranging (LiDAR) and introducing novel product solutions. In March 2023, Advancis, a German provider of security information management platforms, launched the vendor-neutral Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software WinGuard X5. This software, built on the new Advanced Open Platform (AOP), facilitates third-party development of application interfaces and custom user interface/user experience (UI/UX) functions. Additionally, Advancis introduced the Advanced Identity Manager (AIM) to ensure synchronization of logical and physical access rights associated with an employee's role.

In July 2024, CLD Physical Security Systems, a US-based manufacturer of physical security systems, acquired Cova Security Gates for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to bolster CLD's position as a global leader in physical security solutions. It enables the company to broaden its range of Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) products and improve service capabilities across various sectors. Cova Security Gates Ltd. is a UK-based security service provider specializing in the design and manufacture of perimeter security solutions.

Major companies operating in the physical security market include Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd, Allied Universal, SECOM Co Ltd, ADT LLC, Axis Communications AB, Honeywell International, Inc., Dahua Tech, Stanley Convergent, Zicom Electronic Security Systems, Godrej Security Solutions, Samsung Techwin, Sony Corporation, Panasonic Corporation, Safety Systems, Genetec, Bosch Security, Milestone Systems, Vanderbilt Industries, Nedap Security Management, Avigilon, G4S Secure Solutions, Prosegur Compañía de Seguridad, S.A, Securitas AB, Salto Systems, Paxton Access, ABAX Systems Sp. z o.o, SATEL S.A., ELDES Sp. z o.o, MICRONIX s.r.o, 2N Telekomunikace a.s, AxxonSoft, Intelligent Security System, Beward Co, Securitas Romania, SSC Security Services Corp, Paragon Security Verkada Inc, Ajax Systems, Ava Security, Cloudvue, Evolv Technology, Securiguard, Farnek Services LLC, Safeway Security Services, Grupo GR, Brink's, VIPSEG, Grupo Forteseg, Fidelity Services Group, Halogen Security Company Limited, Bemil Nigeria Limited, Proton Security Services, Securex Agencies Limited.

North America was the largest region in the physical security market in 2024. The regions covered in the physical security market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the physical security market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

Physical security involves safeguarding people, equipment, software, networks, and data from physical acts and events, primarily aimed at protecting the assets and facilities of an organization.

The key components of physical security include systems and services. A system refers to a set of elements organized in a specific way to fulfill a particular function. Physical security measures are applicable to various organization sizes, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and large enterprises. These measures are employed by diverse end-users such as transportation, government, banking and finance, utility and energy, residential, industrial, retail, commercial, hospitality, and others.

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The physical security market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing improved physical safety services through integrating and managing security systems. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The physical security market also includes sales of access controls, video surveillance, alarm systems, and car park security systems that are used to provide physical security services. 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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