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The global drone services market size was valued at USD 24.12 billion in 2024. The market is projected to grow from USD 23.08 billion in 2025 to USD 213.87 billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 38.9% during the forecast period. Drone services refer to the use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) for various purposes such as capturing images or video, delivering packages, conducting surveys, and so on. Drones are equipped with sensors, cameras, and other technologies that enable them to perform a wide range of tasks. These services are useful in several applications including agriculture, construction, real estate, and others. Moreover, they can also be used in hazardous environments such as to inspect power lines and oil wells. This is propelling their demand and driving market expansion in the forthcoming years. This information is provided by Fortune Business Insights, in its report titled, “Drone Services Market, 2025-2032.”

List of Key Players Mentioned in the Report:

• Aerodyne Group (Malaysia)

• Terra Drone (Japan)

• AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (U.S.)

• Cyberhawk (U.K.)

• DroneDeploy (U.S.)

• Matternet (U.S.)

• PrecisionHawk (U.S.)

• Phoenix Drone Services LLC (U.S.)

• SenseFly (Switzerland)

• Sky Futures Ltd (U.K.)

Source:

https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/drone-services-market-102682

Segments:

Drone Platform Services Segment to Dominate Owing to the Rising Use of Drones for Public Safety

Based on service type, the market is divided into drone platform services, drone MRO services, and drone training & simulation services. Among these, the drone platform services segment lead the market in 2022. Drone platform services refer to a range of hardware and software solutions that enable the efficient and safe operation of drones. The rising use of drones for public safety and emergency response further attributed to segment growth.

Surveillance & Inspection Segment to Hold Major Share Stoked by Surging Use in Oil and Gas Sector

As per application, the market is divided into aerial photography, product delivery, surveillance & inspection, data acquisition & analytics, and others. The surveillance & inspection segment captured the largest market share due to the rising demand of drones for surveillance and inspection operations in agriculture, mining, and oil and gas sectors.  

Infrastructure Segment to Dominate Due to Rising Product Demand for Aerial Surveying and Mapping

According to end-use industry, the market is arrayed into agriculture, infrastructure, oil & gas, logistics, and others. The infrastructure segment held the largest market share due to the usage of drones in aerial mapping and surveying in the construction industry.

Geographically, the market is segregated into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Rest of the World.

Report Coverage:

The report entails valuable insights regarding growth stimulants and restraints affecting market dynamics. The market is studied at both micro and macro levels by dividing it into segments and regions. Market share, growth rate, and valuation of each region and segment is also given in the report. Moreover, the impact of COVID-19 and the Russia-Ukraine War is analyzed as well.

Drivers and Restraints:

Surging Demand for Drone Services from Agriculture, Construction, and Other End-use Industries to Drive Market Growth

Drones are becoming lighter and smaller making them more reliable to perform a wide variety of tasks such as disaster relief, search and rescue, and monitoring. They offer various benefits such as cost-effectiveness, safety, and efficiency. Moreover, technological developments such as artificial intelligence are making it easier to automate drones making them ideal for use for inspection and surveying purposes in construction, agriculture, and energy sectors. They can cover large areas safely and quickly reducing the risk of accidents and need for manual labor. These factors are driving the drone services market growth over the forecast period.

On the other hand, concerns regarding the safety of drones and stringent government regulations regarding their usage will hinder market expansion in the forthcoming years.

Regional Insights:

North America to Lead Due to the Presence of Major OEMs in the Region

North America captured majority of the drone services market share in 2022 owing to rising investments in R&D of advanced drone technologies and presence of leading OEMs in the region. For example, in March 2023, Wing launched its new delivery system. The system includes customizable, cost-effective pickup stations, and numerous charging hubs.

The Europe market is projected to grow significantly in the forthcoming years owing to the growing demand for introspection services. Moreover, the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has developed regulations to allow the usage of drones in commercial operations, thus creating a favorable regulatory environment contributing to regional market growth.

Competitive Landscape:

Product Innovations by Leading Companies to Aid Market Augmentation

Leading companies in the global market are focusing on product innovations and geographical expansions to earn higher profits and hold the largest market share. They are expanding their services to the renewable energy industry, providing services such as wind turbine inspections, solar panel inspections, and oil and gas pipeline inspections.

Key Industry Development:

January 2024 – AFWERX, the innovation division of the U.S. Air Force, selected Advanced Aircraft Company to further develop its Hybrid Advanced Multirotor (HAMR) unmanned aircraft system. Under a $1.25 million contract, the company will advance its hybrid-electric drone technology to support military operations. The initiative aims to equip warfighters with a durable and efficient uncrewed aircraft capable of performing support missions in challenging and austere environments.