Smart Commercial Drone Market Research Report - Global Forecast till 2030

Smart Commercial Drone Market Research Report Information by Type (Fixed-Wing, Multi-Rotor and others), Application (Delivery Drones, Agriculture Monitoring, Oil & Gas, Law Enforcement, Disaster Management, Entertainment, Media and Mapping, Networking for Remote Areas, Environmental Drones, Real Estate and Construction and others), Component (Airframe, Payload, Guidance, Navigation and Control {GNC} and Propulsion System) and Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa and Latin America) - Forecast till 2030

ID: MRFR/A&D/6516-HCR | 133 Pages | Author: Swapnil Palwe | March 2024         

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Smart commercial drone market overview


Smart Commercial Drone Market Size is expected to reach USD 20.31 Billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 55.6% during 2020-2030.

Drones are unpiloted aircraft that can automatically carry out various works. It is used from military operation to commercial usage. The use of drones seems to vary essentially recently to make the task easier. The drones can be large aircraft, or it also could be small ones, but both of them do not need any pilot; it works with remote control, and the smart drones also are controlled through smartphones.


Smart drones have better facilities than other drones as it consists of more efficient motors, better processor, better software, and many other things that make them smart than other ones. Many sectors have recently used smart drones, it is used in commercial sectors like for functions, marriage to keep an eye on the guests, and to video record as well, and it is by military and navy sector for the detection of any harmful bombs or materials and recording as well. 


Smart drones have the capabilities than non-smart ones. The technology of drones is improving with each passing day; smart drones have more stability, better navigation system, easy landing system, and are more reliable. 


The recent development is made with smart drones to connect seamlessly and securely. Increasing demand for advancing drone software and drone analytics in commercial and industrial applications improves the smart commercial drone market. Smart commercial drones have Artificial intelligence and machine learning, making them better for accurate mapping, tracking, monitoring of places, rapid capturing of things, and data transfer. According to the Smart commercial drone market outlook, the market will register a high CAGR in the forecast period. Smart drones are also used to clean forest ground for forest reforestation. The seed planting technology done by smart drones makes the plants forever healthy. Smart commercial drones are also used for wildlife conservation, tracking wildlife conservation, and managing the ecosystem.


COVID19 analysis


COVID has some adverse effects on the business, making the business lose several market revenue and market value. Due to the lockdown, many technology companies could not make products, which indirectly made the Smart commercial drone market lose its market value. But due to pandemics, people could not come out for different necessary items, due to which many e-commerce sectors use drones to deliver commodities to people, making it easier.


Chief variables existing in the market



  • Key market drivers


As innovative technologies for commercial usage increase, the Smart commercial drone market is also increasing. Increasing demand for smart drones for agricultural usage, e-commerce usage driving the Smart commercial drone market growth. Increasing demand for smart commercial drones fueling the growth of the market. Many sectors are using smart drones to detect the enemies' attack, and it is used for surveillance and other purposes.



  • Market challenge


The advancement of smart drones and making them affordable is a key challenge for the market as drones are automatic systems and require a lot of raw materials and intelligence, so the cost of the final product becomes which makes players think y=twice before investing in the market.



  • Opportunities in the global market


Recently smart Drones have been widely used for commercial purposes; for example, delivering necessary commodities drones were used in the pandemic period, and it is also used in e-commerce operation. Recently, smart drones have increased in functions for video recording and security purposes of the functions. This usage is expected to increase opportunities for the market players. It will also create new opportunities for the newcomers who want to step into the market. In the coming times, the Smart commercial drone market value will increase, which will make more opportunities for the market. 



  • Restrains


the high cost of smart commercial drones and issues with internet connectivity is the main restrain of the market. The high cost of the drones makes the small players of the market decrease the usage of the drone, which in turn will affect the market growth in the forecast period. The limited flight range and difficulties in data processing also hinder the market's growth.



  • Cumulative evaluation of the market


Many kinds of researches are gathered to deliver the cumulative evaluation of the Smart commercial drone market. Cumulative market evaluation showcases the different drivers improving the Smart commercial drone market size. The restrains can create hindrance in the market's growth by decreasing the value in the market scenario. The new opportunities for the market will open doors for the newcomers interested in using the market for their profit.


Overview of the main market segments



  • By type


The Smart commercial drone market is further divided into fixed-wing, multirotor, and others based on the segment type. The fixed-wing holds the largest market share as it dominated the market in 2018. The segment's demand is more because it is used in aerial mapping, high altitude surveys, and topography, which is expected to increase the highest CAGR of the market. Multi-rotor drones are expected to increase the Smart commercial drone market share in the forecast period as they are flexible and customized.



  • By component


The Smart commercial drone market is divided into payload, guidance, navigation and control, and propulsion system. In 2018 the payload segment held the largest market share, and it is expected to establish the largest market share in the forecast period. The payload segment is expected to hold the largest market share; it consists of cameras, weights, and sensors, which makes it useful for different commercial activities like capturing pictures, using it for surveillance, and detecting any material. 



  • By application 


Based on application, the market is segmented into delivery drones, agriculture monitoring, oil and gas, law enforcement, disaster management, entertainment, media, mapping, the network for remote areas, environmental drones, real estate, and construction, and others. The delivery drones held the highest CAGR in 2018, as due to the pandemic effect, businesses use the delivery drones to deliver medicines, necessities, and other commodities. The agricultural drones optimize workflow through real-time in-field insight with 3D modeling.


Regional analysis


The Smart commercial drone market has been segmented in Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Latin America, etc. North America acquired drones for different usage like agriculture, oil, and gas, delivery of e-commerce, networking, etc., due to which the region held the largest market share in 2018.


The increased manufacture of lightweight drones by china and the availability of low-cost drones in the region makes the Asia Pacific region register the highest market share in the forecast period. The increasing construction activities and prominent players in the region increase the market growth. The Smart commercial drone market forecast showcases that the market will register a high growth rate in every region in the forecast period. 


Competitive intensity in the market


Based on the Smart commercial drone market analysis, the market will register a high growth rate in the forecast period with the valuable prominent players who drive the market. Many prominent key players in the market make an effort to increase the market share in the business world. Some of the prominent key players who are driving the market growth are 



  • Preciisionhaw, inc. in the US

  • DJI in china

  • Parrot drones SAS in franse

  • 3D Robotics, Inc in the US

  • Elbit systems Ltd in isarel

  • Israel aerospace industries in Israel

  • HUVRData, LLC in the US

  • Ascending Technologies GmbH in Germany

  • AIRCRAFT Technology Co. Ltd in china

  • Zero UAV in Beijing

  • Intelligence Technology Co. Ltd in the US

  • AeroVironment, Inc. in the US

  • Yamaha Motor Company Limited in japan

  • Draganfly Innovations Inc in Canada

  • Recent market development


Reliance Jio has successfully conducted connected drones on its indigenous 5G network to improve the sector's market value.


National drone company helps American heroes handle holiday hazards to make it easier for the firefighters and police.


Report overview


The Smart commercial drone market report suggests the market growth in the forecast period. The report presented here is made with clear research and information; all the information is gathered from primary and secondary sources to produce a valuable market report. The report consists of different market scope, segments, covid 19 analysis, recent market development, competitive intensity, and other factors driving growth. Smart commercial drones will tend to increase in the forecast period following the market trends.


Key industrial segments 


By type



  • Fixed-wing

  • Multirotor 

  • others


By application



  • delivery drones

  • agriculture monitoring

  • oil and gas

  • law enforcement

  • disaster management

  • entertainment

  • media and mapping

  • networking for remote areas

  • environmental drones

  • real estate and construction

  • others


By components



  • airframe

  • payload

  • guidance

  • navigation and control

  • propulsion system

Report Scope:

Report Attribute/Metric Details
  Market Size   USD 20.31 Billion
  CAGR   55.6%
  Base Year   2019
  Forecast Period   2020-2030.
  Historical Data   2018
  Forecast Units   USD (Value)
  Report Coverage   Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends
  Segments Covered   By Type, By Application,By Components
  Geographies Covered   North America
  Key Vendors   Preciisionhaw, inc. in the US,DJI in china,Parrot drones SAS in franse,3D Robotics, Inc in the US,Elbit systems Ltd in isarel,Israel aerospace industries in Israel,HUVRData, LLC in the US,Ascending Technologies GmbH in Germany,AIRCRAFT Technology Co. Ltd in china,Zero UAV in Beijing,Intelligence Technology Co. Ltd in the US,AeroVironment, Inc. in the US,Yamaha Motor Company Limited in japan,Draganfly Innovations Inc in Canada,Recent market development
  Key Market Opportunities   smart drones have increased in functions for video recording and security purposes of the functions
  Key Market Drivers   Development of electric Drones Rising the use of drones for commercial application




Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Smart Commercial Drone Market Size is expected to reach USD 20.31 Billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 55.6% during 2020-2030.

Payload is the component-based segment is expected to lead the Smart Commercial Drone Market.

The top growth drivers in the market include development of electric drones and rising use of drones for commercial applications.

The key opportunities for the market vendors can be introduction of solar powered drones, 3D-printed drones, and use of drones in the energy sector.

APAC can advance at the fastest rate due to the availability of cheap smart drones and the surge in manufacturing of lightweight drones in China.

Key Questions Answered

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  • In-depth analysis of global and regional trends
  • Analyze and identify the major players in the market, their market share, key developments, etc.
  • To understand the capability of the major players based on products offered, financials, and strategies.
  • Identify disrupting products, companies, and trends.
  • To identify opportunities in the market.
  • Analyze the key challenges in the market.
  • Analyze the regional penetration of players, products, and services in the market.
  • Comparison of major players’ financial performance.
  • Evaluate strategies adopted by major players.
  • Recommendations
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