Introduction
The military electro optical and infrared systems market is on a steady growth path, with the market size estimated at USD 9.09 billion in 2025 and expected to reach approximately USD 10.54 billion by 2030. This reflects a compound annual growth rate of about 3.0% over the forecast period. In an era of escalating geopolitical tensions, expanding unmanned aerial systems (UAS) deployment, and rapid modernisation of defence forces worldwide, procurement of electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) sensors, optics, processors and integrated payloads is expected to remain active.
Key Market Trends
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Rising demand for long-range targeting capabilities: Militaries are increasingly seeking EO/IR systems capable of detecting and identifying threats at extended ranges, prompted by strategic rivalries and the need for over-the-horizon tracking.
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Proliferation of low-cost UAS driving counter-UAS EO/IR payloads: With inexpensive drones becoming more prevalent, defence forces are integrating EO/IR systems into mobile masts and portable intercept assets to identify, track and defeat UAS threats.
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Small size, weight and power (SWaP) optimisation and soldier-wearable EO/IR capabilities: As dismounted forces demand lighter and more capable optics, EO/IR systems are migrating into portable formats including binoculars, helmet-mounted displays and weapon sights.
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Growing adoption of real-time target recognition and sensor fusion: EO/IR systems are increasingly being paired with artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled processors to deliver faster decision-making and improved situational awareness.
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Naval modernisation and mast-mounted EO/IR sensors in key regions: The Indo-Pacific region in particular is seeing demand for ship-board EO/IR systems to counter sea-skimming missiles and support maritime domain awareness.
Market Segmentation
By Platform
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Air-based
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Fixed-Wing Combat Aircraft
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Rotary-Wing and Tilt-Rotor Aircraft
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
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Land-based
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Armoured Fighting Vehicles
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Soldier Portable and Weapon Sights
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Ground Surveillance and Forward Operating Base (FOB) Systems
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Sea-based
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Surface Combatants and Patrol Vessels
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Submarines and Undersea Platforms
By Component
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Human-Machine Interfaces
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Stabilization Units
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Control Systems
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Sensors
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Optics
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Processors
By Imaging Technology
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Cooled
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Uncooled
By End-User
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Army
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Air Force
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Navy
By Geography
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North America
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South America
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Europe
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Middle east&Africa
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Asia pacific
Key Players
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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
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RTX Corporation
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L3Harris Technologies Inc.
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Lockheed Martin Corporation
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Northrop Grumman Corporation
Industry Related Reports
Land-based Military Electro-optical and Infrared Systems Market: The Land-Based Military Electro-Optical and Infrared (EO/IR) Systems Market report is segmented by type into vehicle-mounted and man-portable systems, and by geography into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. The report provides comprehensive market size estimates and forecasts for each segment in terms of value (USD).
Air-based Military Electro-optical And Infrared Systems Market: The Air-Based Military Electro-Optical and Infrared (EO/IR) Systems Market report is segmented by imaging technology, comprising multi-spectral and hyper-spectral systems, and by geography, covering North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. The report provides detailed market size estimates and forecasts for each segment, expressed in value (USD).
Sea-Based Military Electro-Optical & IR Systems Market: The Sea-Based Military Electro-Optical and Infrared (EO/IR) Systems Market report is segmented by imaging technology, including multispectral and hyperspectral systems, and by geography, covering North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. The report provides comprehensive market size estimates and forecasts for each segment in terms of value (USD).
Conclusion
The military electro optical and infrared systems market growth will depend on how well vendors address the dual challenges of technological upgrade cycles and export/supply chain friction. As the global defence landscape evolves, stakeholders who align with the key trends counter-UAS deployments, Sea/air/land platform modularity, real-time processing and compact form-factors will be best positioned to capture opportunity. This market carries significant importance for defence ministries, primes, integrators and technology suppliers focused on sensing, imaging and targeting capabilities in the years ahead.
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