Aerial Imaging Market size worth US$8.019 billion by 2030

aerial imaging market

The aerial imaging market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.54%, reaching a market size of US$8.019 billion in 2030 from US$4.442 billion in 2025.

Aerial imaging refers to photography that is done on a flying object. Numerous platforms can be used for taking photographs, including drones, helicopters, balloons, and others. The technology used in taking these images may include both hardware and software. The market for aerial imaging is being driven by the increasing applications of aerial photography across several end-user applications. Aerial imaging solutions have been gaining a lot of traction as they serve as an efficient solution for several purposes, including designing routes, map renovations, and volume calculations, among others. Moreover, the burgeoning application of aerial imaging across the construction sector due to modernization significantly shapes upmarket growth during the forecasted period.

Additionally, the increasing investment in infrastructure in various countries such as the United States, China, and India is anticipated to propel the market growth in the projected period. For instance, according to the India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), the total allocated investment for Smart Cities Mission in India stood at INR 7,20,000 crore (US$86.43 billion) as of February 2024. Additionally, of the total projects, 7,742 have been tendered, work orders have been issued for 2,740 projects, and 5,002 projects have been completed as of February 2024.

Furthermore, the growing adoption of aerial imaging for efficient disaster management is also propelling business growth opportunities for the manufacturers of these solutions over the projected period. The advancement of imaging technology and the increasing use of 360-degree vision cameras, along with LiDAR systems, has paved the way for the efficient deployment of these technologies. These cameras and systems often provide high-resolution images and exceptional results, presenting a significant opportunity for growth in the aerial imaging market for the next five years.

The booming penetration of UAVs across several sectors, including defence, agriculture, oil and gas, and others, is further spurring the demand for aerial imaging solutions over the forecast period. The oil and gas sector is one of the major consumers of UAVs, and in the projected period, with rising demand for oil and gas, the market for aerial imaging is expected to grow. For instance, according to the Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, the total crude processed during April 2024 was 21.6 MMT, with a growth of 0.8 per cent compared to April 2023. The private refiners processed 7.1 MMT of crude oil, while the PSU/JV company processed 14.5 MMT. The total Indigenous crude oil processed was 2.2 MMT, and the total Imported crude oil processed by all Indian refineries (PSU/JV/PVT) was 19.4 MMT.

Aerial Imaging Market Segmentation:

The aerial imaging market is segmented by application into five major categories: Disaster management, geospatial mapping, energy and resource management, surveillance and monitoring, and others. By application, the disaster management application of aerial imaging solutions is expected to witness promising growth for the next five years, primarily because these solutions are being increasingly adopted for assessing the magnitude caused by any disaster. Furthermore, the overall climatic conditions worldwide are deteriorating due to global warming. This, in turn, has further accelerated the occurrence of natural disasters in many parts of the world. Thus, the burgeoning requirements for effective and efficient disaster management and technology penetration are increasing, which is further expected to impact this segment’s growth during the forecast period positively.

The aerial imaging market by platform is segmented into Drones/UAVs, fixed-wing aircraft, helicopters, and others. Rapid advancements in drone technology and rising demand for drone-generated data in commercial applications are the main drivers of the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) drone market’s expansion. A rise in venture capital funding is also contributing to the growth of the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) drone market.

The aerial imaging market by end-user is segmented into government, military and defence, energy, construction, agriculture, and others. The wide applications of these solutions across the government sectors for numerous applications, including homeland security, geospatial surveys, and urban planning, among others, are some of the key factors bolstering this segment’s share significantly during the next five years. The increased focus on efficient disaster management is further expected to bolster market growth until the end of the forecast period.

The aerial imaging market by camera axis is segmented into vertical, low oblique, and high oblique. With the camera axis tilted to about 60 degrees in the high oblique segment, a greater area can be covered and the horizon is included in the finished image. This provides a more expansive view of a region, making it possible to recognize landmarks and other geographical features.

Based on geography, the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region is expected to experience significant growth during the forecast period. The growth is because of the increasing awareness and recognition of the potential benefits of UAV technology in emerging economies such as China, India, and Indonesia. These countries are investing heavily in UAV technology for diverse applications, ranging from precision agriculture and surveillance to disaster management and e-commerce deliveries. Supportive government policies and increased investments from the private sector are propelling the regional market growth. The rapidly growing industrial and technological space in APAC also ensures that UAVs will gain rapid traction and significantly contribute to global market growth.

Aerial Imaging Market Key Players:

As a part of the report, the major players operating in the Aerial imaging market that have been covered are Fugro N.V., Cooper Aerial Surveys Co., Digital Aerial Solutions LLC, EAGLE AERIAL, EagleView Technologies, Inc, L3Harris, Kespry, Nearmap Ltd., Kucera International, Terra Flight Aerial Imaging, Inc.

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The Aerial Imaging Market is analyzed into the following segments:

  • By Application
    • Disaster Management
    • Geospatial Mapping
    • Energy and Resource Management
    • Surveillance and Monitoring
    • Others
  • By Platform
    • Drones/UAV
    • Fixed-wing Aircraft
    • Helicopter
    • Others
  • By End-User
    • Government
    • Military and Defense
    • Energy
    • Construction
    • Agriculture
    • Others
  • By Camera Axis
    • Vertical
    • Low Oblique
    • High Oblique
  • By Geography
    • North America
      • USA
      • Canada
      • Mexico
    • South America
      • Brazil
      • Argentina
      • Others
    • Europe
      • Germany
      • France
      • UK
      • Spain
      • Italy
      • Others
    • Middle East and Africa
      • Saudi Arabia
      • UAE
      • Israel
      • Others
    • Asia Pacific
      • China
      • India
      • Japan
      • South Korea
      • Indonesia
      • Thailand
      • Taiwan
      • Others

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