Tethered Drones Market Research Report Information By Type (Military Drones, and Commercial Drones), By Component (Sensors, Controller System, Camera, Battery, and Others), By Application (Inspection & Monitoring, Law Enforcement, Surveying, Mapping, and Others) and Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World)—Forecast till 2030

Global Tethered Drones Market Overview 

Tethered Drones Market Size Is Anticipeted reach USD 193.66 Million by 2030, Grow at a CAGR of 7% by 2020-2030.A low-cost unmanned aerial system intended for both military and commercial use, the tethered drone. A camera, sensors, battery, tethered cable, drone platform, and controlling system are among the parts that make up tethered drones. 

The drones' batteries can last for several hours of operation. With the advancement of technology, they can also be reached for hours, days, or even weeks via the internet and GPS. With the advent of such technologically superior drones, it is now possible to upgrade the drone's power management system from a standard battery with a meager battery backup to a high-performing cable with a battery backup that can only give a meager amount of flight time. They are chosen for rescue missions because the cables used in tethered drones are composed of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) material with high-temperature ratings and a substantial amount of payload-carrying capacity. Drones that are tethered are employed for a variety of tasks, including mapping, imaging, rescue efforts, and surveillance. These factors drive the tethered drones market.

COVID-19 Impact Analysis

The COVID-19 outbreak had a detrimental effect on the tethered drone business. During FY 2020, the market growth slowed significantly. The worldwide market has suffered from the temporary suspension of international business because the technology is in its infancy. In addition, there are several untapped applications in foreign countries. Several law enforcement agencies are leading the market in 2020 as a result of several government limits on the private sector's capacity to function. In addition, there are severe lockdown restrictions. As a result of the pandemic, for example, drones were deployed in several locations.

Tethered Drones Market Dynamics

The market is being driven by factors like improvements in electrical and cable components, which allow lightweight cables to support long operating distances through cables, the potential for continuous operations through the power supply, increased uplink and downlink capabilities, versatility in terms of the mode of operation, and initiatives taken by industry players to provide commercial off-the-shelf stations to cater to a wider audience. Tethering stations are being offered by businesses like Elistair and can be coupled with any drone, extending the drone's operational life. Such advancements will enhance business prospects in the leisure and personal sectors, where longer operating hours are required.

Market Drivers

Growing adoption in the commercial sector

Market Restraints:

• Rising of terrorism Impede the market growth

Tethered UAV technology advancements have created new opportunities for border patrols, live-streaming sporting events, low-altitude satellite monitoring, and other applications. The expanding terrorism danger and the rising worldwlide security worries are to blame for the growth in demand for better monitoring. The rapid commercialization of tethered drones as well as rising government defense spending all contribute to the market's expansion on a global scale. The market's expansion is hampered by rising aerial imagery competition as well as worries about security and privacy.

Market Opportunities:

• Increasing the variety of tethered drones' connectivity

Drones that are controlled by a smartphone application have been introduced by market participants. For instance, DJI increased the accessibility of its smartphone app for the Agras range of agricultural drones in June 2022. The demand for smartphones is increasing worldwide. Similar to this, in September 2021, AT&T's "Flying COWs"—tethered drones provided internet service in places that had been affected by windstorms, such as Louisiana. Given that they receive electricity from cable, AT&T's tethered drones are intended to remain in the air indefinitely. When regular service is disrupted due to a calamity,

Tethered Drones Market Segmention

Type Insights

Based on design type, the tethered drones market segmentation has been divided into Up to military drones, and commercial drones. In 2021, the tethered drones market growth is expected to be led by the category with Military Drones. Military drones are produced and maintained at a substantially lower cost than aircraft. Additionally, they require less maintenance, and the Armed Forces may spend less on training air traffic controllers and other maintenance personnel.

Application Insights

Based on end-user, the tethered drones market segmentation is divided into inspection & monitoring, law enforcement, surveying, mapping, and others. Instead of combat operations, the segment's expansion is attributable to the use of UAVs in the defence sector. These aircraft are built to gather vital information about the targeted region or terrorist hotspots. Since a few years ago, the air force, navy, army, and other security organizations have used unmanned aerial vehicles for tasks including logistics and transportation.

Components Insights

Based on components, the market is divided into sensors, controller systems, cameras, batteries, and others. In 2021, the market is expected to be led by the category of Cameras. Tethered drones offer FOB monitoring over a broad optical range, whereas cameras can defend warfighters but cannot view as far as aerial cameras. The cameras can identify trucks and other large objects from a distance of 10 km, especially with an exceptional optical 30 times zoom capacity.

Global Tethered Drones Market Share, By Region, 2021 (%)

Tethered Drones Market Overview, by Region

By region, the tethered drones market has been divided into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Rest of the World. North America dominates the market with the largest revenue share in 2021. Asia-Pacific is to register a significant growth rate over the forecast period.

North America

In terms of market share for tethered drones, North America dominates with largest share in 2021. Based on patterns present in the US, Canada, and Mexico, the tethered drones market in the area has been examined. Tethered drones are a crucial component of US remote security drone operations, and they are employed for military, law enforcement, and border security. For border security and the defense of forward operating bases (FOBs), the nation specifically employs tethered drones. To maintain its defense industry technologically up to date, the nation is constantly searching for new tethered drones. For instance, the US Army was looking to purchase connected UAVs in April 2020 so that it could laser-designate ground targets from a standoff distance.

Asia Pacific

Asia-Pacific is expected to grow at higher CAGR over the next few years. The military is increasingly concentrating on ISR, security, and communication operations. Drones can be quickly deployed in these operations to set up reliable channels and cover large areas. This is one of the main driving forces behind the region's adoption of tethered drone systems. One of the biggest issues the military forces face is that the battery-operated UAV systems they have deployed can only be used temporarily for each operation.

Tethered Drones Market Competitive Landscape

There are tier-1, tier-2, and local companies in the market. The tier-1 and tier-2 players have a wide range of products and a  presence. The market for tethered drones is dominated by companies like ECA Group and Novadem because of their unique product offerings, financial stability, strategic advances, and regionally diverse presence. The participants are focusing their efforts on promoting R&D. Additionally, they support strategic expansion activities including product launch, joint ventures, and partnerships to expand their client base and boost their market position.

Prominent players in the tethered drones Industry research include Yuneec, Novadem,  CyPhy Works,  Drone Aviation,  Elistair,  Sky Technologies,  UAVTEK,  Hoverfly Technologies,  Azur Drones, and ECA Group.

Region Outlook

Scope of theTethered Drones Market Report

Type Outlook

• Military Drones


• Commercial Drones

Application Outlook

• Inspection & Monitoring


• Law Enforcement


• Surveying


• Mapping


• Others

Component Outlook

• Sensors


• Controller System


• Camera


• Battery


• Others

Region Outlook

• North America
  
  
  
  • US
  
  
  • Canada
  
  
  • Mexico
  
  
  
  


• Europe
  
  
  
  • UK
  
  
  • Germany
  
  
  • France
  
  
  • Italy
  
  
  • Spain
  
  
  
  


• Rest of Europe

• Asia-Pacific


• China


• India


• Japan


• Australia and New Zealand


• Rest of Asia-Pacific

• Rest of the World
  
  
  
  • South America
  
  
  • Middle East
  
  
  • Africa
  
  
  
  

Objectives of the Study

The objectives of the study are summarized in 5 stages. They are as mentioned below:

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  Tethered Drones Market Forecast and Size:

  
  

To identify and estimate the market size for the tethered drones market report segmented by type, component, application, and by value (in U.S. dollars). Also, to understand the consumption/ demand created by consumers of tethered drones market forecast between 2020 and 2030

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  Market Landscape and Trends:

  
  

To identify and infer the drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges for the global tethered drones market growth

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  Market Influencing Factors:

  
  

To find out the factors which are affecting the tethered drones market size

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  Impact of COVID-19:

  
  

To identify and understand the various factors involved by the pandemic

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  Company Profiling:

  
  

To provide a detailed insight into the major companies operating in the market. The profiling will include the financial health of the company past 2-3 years with segmental and regional revenue breakup, product offering, recent developments, SWOT analysis, and key strategies.

 Intended Audience

• Drones Manufacturers


• Raw Material Suppliers


• Retailers, Wholesalers, and Distributors


• Governments, Associations, and Industrial Bodies


• Investors and Trade Experts