UAV Navigation Systems Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The UAV Navigation Systems Market Report is Segmented by UAV Type (Autonomous, Semi-Autonomous, and Remotely Operated UAVs), Application (Civil and Commercial and Military), and Geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa). The Report Offers Market Size and Forecast for all the Above Segments in Value (USD).

UAV Navigation Systems Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

UAV Navigation Systems Market Size

UAV Navigation Systems Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 11.28 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 23.67 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 15.97 %
Fastest Growing Market North America
Largest Market North America
Market Concentration Medium

Major Players

UAV Navigation Systems Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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UAV Navigation Systems Market Analysis

The UAV Navigation Systems Market size is estimated at USD 11.28 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 23.67 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 15.97% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

The increasing use of UAVs in military and civilian applications is driving the market. The production of UAVs stands out as one of the world's fastest-growing sectors, attracting significant attention from both government and commercial investors. Many developed and developing nations have established the necessary legal frameworks and launched national initiatives to boost UAV utilization in various sectors.

Advancements in electronic warfare have underscored the need for drones to adopt autonomous capabilities, driving technological innovations in the market. As electronic warfare techniques advance, the demand for reliable flight control solutions capable of withstanding modern attacks has surged. UAV manufacturers proactively invest in R&D, tailoring features and conducting rigorous testing to ensure their systems can operate effectively in challenging environments. Furthermore, the miniaturization of electronics has been pivotal in enhancing UAVs' navigation and guidance systems without significantly increasing their weight.

UAV Navigation Systems Industry Overview

The UAV navigation systems market is semi-consolidated and is dominated by key players like SBG Systems SAS, Hexagon AB, SZ DJI Technology Co. Ltd, RTX Corporation, and UAV Navigation SL. The market offers a spectrum of products, from basic GPS systems for small drones to comprehensive navigation setups for larger UAVs, fostering a diverse competitive landscape.

Given the market's emphasis on technological advancements, companies are eyeing new contracts, particularly with a strong focus on military clientele. Enhanced navigation and guidance features are pivotal for military applications, providing armed forces with a strategic advantage.

September 2022: UAV Navigation unveiled its visual navigation system (VNS). This compact, lightweight peripheral, designed to complement the primary flight control system (FCS), facilitates secure UAV navigation, especially in GNSS-challenged environments.

UAV Navigation Systems Market Leaders

  1. Hexagon AB

  2. UAV Navigation S.L.

  3. SZ DJI Technology Co., Ltd.

  4. SBG Systems S.A.S

  5. RTX Corporation

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
UAV Navigation Systems Market Concentration
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UAV Navigation Systems Market News

  • August 2023: Elbit Systems secured a USD 55 million contract to provide the Netherlands with multi-layered ReDrone Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS). This solution includes Elbit Systems' cutting-edge DAiR Radar, signal intelligence (SIGINT) sensors, and the COAPS-L electro-optical (EO) payload.
  • July 2023: The US Air Force AFWERX Prime granted Darkhive a USD 5 million Phase III Small Business Innovation Research contract to facilitate the integration and testing of next-generation autonomy software on various UAS platforms.

UAV Navigation Systems Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Market Drivers
  • 4.3 Market Restraints
  • 4.4 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
    • 4.4.3 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 UAV Type
    • 5.1.1 Autonomous UAVs
    • 5.1.2 Semi-autonomous UAVs
    • 5.1.3 Remotely (Human) Operated UAVs
  • 5.2 Application
    • 5.2.1 Civil and Commercial
    • 5.2.2 Military
  • 5.3 Geography
    • 5.3.1 North America
    • 5.3.1.1 United States
    • 5.3.1.2 Canada
    • 5.3.2 Europe
    • 5.3.2.1 United Kingdom
    • 5.3.2.2 Germany
    • 5.3.2.3 France
    • 5.3.2.4 Russia
    • 5.3.2.5 Rest of Europe
    • 5.3.3 Asia-Pacific
    • 5.3.3.1 China
    • 5.3.3.2 India
    • 5.3.3.3 Japan
    • 5.3.3.4 South Korea
    • 5.3.3.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific
    • 5.3.4 Latin America
    • 5.3.4.1 Brazil
    • 5.3.4.2 Rest of Latin America
    • 5.3.5 Middle East and Africa
    • 5.3.5.1 Saudi Arabia
    • 5.3.5.2 United Arab Emirates
    • 5.3.5.3 Rest of Middle East and Africa

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Vendor Market Share
  • 6.2 Company Profiles
    • 6.2.1 Hexagon AB
    • 6.2.2 SBG Systems SAS
    • 6.2.3 UAV Navigation SL
    • 6.2.4 SZ DJI Technology Co. Ltd
    • 6.2.5 RTX Corporation
    • 6.2.6 AeroVironment Inc.
    • 6.2.7 Honeywell International Inc.
    • 6.2.8 BAE Systems PLC
    • 6.2.9 Cobham Limited
    • 6.2.10 L3 Harris Technologies Inc.
    • 6.2.11 Elbit Systems Ltd
    • 6.2.12 Leica Geosystems AG
    • 6.2.13 Parrot Drone SAS
    • 6.2.14 Trimble Inc.
  • *List Not Exhaustive

7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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UAV Navigation Systems Industry Segmentation

UAV navigation systems, facilitated by flight management and embedded data link systems, precisely control flight parameters such as geographical position and altitude. Leading-edge UAVs leverage GPS/GNSS receivers, enabling advanced navigation functionalities such as position hold, return-to-home, and autonomous flight.

The UAV navigation systems market is segmented by UAV type (autonomous, semi-autonomous, and remotely operated UAVs), application (civil and commercial and military), and geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa). The market size is provided for each segment in terms of value (USD).

UAV Type Autonomous UAVs
Semi-autonomous UAVs
Remotely (Human) Operated UAVs
Application Civil and Commercial
Military
Geography North America United States
Canada
Europe United Kingdom
Germany
France
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific China
India
Japan
South Korea
Rest of Asia-Pacific
Latin America Brazil
Rest of Latin America
Middle East and Africa Saudi Arabia
United Arab Emirates
Rest of Middle East and Africa
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UAV Navigation Systems Market Research FAQs

How big is the UAV Navigation Systems Market?

The UAV Navigation Systems Market size is expected to reach USD 11.28 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 15.97% to reach USD 23.67 billion by 2030.

What is the current UAV Navigation Systems Market size?

In 2025, the UAV Navigation Systems Market size is expected to reach USD 11.28 billion.

Who are the key players in UAV Navigation Systems Market?

Hexagon AB, UAV Navigation S.L., SZ DJI Technology Co., Ltd., SBG Systems S.A.S and RTX Corporation are the major companies operating in the UAV Navigation Systems Market.

Which is the fastest growing region in UAV Navigation Systems Market?

North America is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).

Which region has the biggest share in UAV Navigation Systems Market?

In 2025, the North America accounts for the largest market share in UAV Navigation Systems Market.

What years does this UAV Navigation Systems Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the UAV Navigation Systems Market size was estimated at USD 9.48 billion. The report covers the UAV Navigation Systems Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the UAV Navigation Systems Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

UAV Navigation Systems Industry Report

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