Middle East and North Africa Drones and UAV Market to Hit $1,195.7 Million by 2031, Driven by Military Modernization & Surveillance Applications

Leander, Texas, United States - Nov.20.2025
As per DataM intelligence research report" Middle East and North Africa Drones and UAV Market reached US$ 693.3 Million in 2023 and is expected to reach US$ 1195.7 Million by 2031, growing with a CAGR of 7.1% during the forecast period 2024-2031.". Defense modernization and commercial applications are boosting demand for drones and UAVs in MENA.

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Middle East and North Africa: Recent Industry Developments

✅ In November 2025, Gulf Falcon UAV (UAE) launched a new line of long-endurance surveillance drones capable of real-time border monitoring and infrastructure inspection. The UAVs integrate AI-based image processing for automated anomaly detection. This strengthens Gulf Falcon's leadership in MENA's advanced drone market.

✅ In October 2025, STC Solutions (Saudi Arabia) invested US$18 million to develop next-generation UAV fleets for precision agriculture and environmental monitoring. The drones are equipped with multispectral sensors and autonomous navigation systems. This investment reinforces STC's presence in AI-integrated UAV applications in the region.

✅ In September 2025, G42 (UAE) expanded its research and development of industrial drones for energy sector inspection, including pipelines and power grids, incorporating AI-driven predictive maintenance tools. The initiative improves operational efficiency and safety. This highlights G42's role in advanced UAV innovation for critical industries.

✅ In August 2025, Bayanat Drone Services (UAE) deployed UAVs for urban planning, infrastructure mapping, and emergency response support, integrating real-time data analytics for decision-making. The services enhance city management and disaster preparedness. This development underscores Bayanat's leadership in MENA's commercial drone ecosystem.

Middle East and North Africa Drones and UAV Market: Drivers

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) drones and UAV market is witnessing rapid growth as governments, defense agencies, and commercial sectors increasingly adopt unmanned aerial systems for surveillance, security, agriculture, infrastructure inspection, and logistics. Drones and UAVs offer advanced capabilities including real-time imaging, autonomous navigation, precision monitoring, and data collection, which are transforming operational efficiency and situational awareness across industries. Rising defense modernization programs, border security initiatives, and smart city projects are driving demand for military and commercial UAV applications. Technological advancements in battery life, AI-enabled flight systems, and payload versatility are enhancing performance, reliability, and mission flexibility. Additionally, regional investments in aerospace, logistics, and regulatory frameworks are further supporting market expansion.

Strategic collaborations between UAV manufacturers, technology providers, and research institutions are accelerating innovation and deployment of drones across MENA countries. The adoption of drones in agriculture for crop monitoring, irrigation management, and yield optimization is increasing commercial applications. Growing use in energy, oil and gas, and infrastructure inspection is enhancing operational efficiency and safety. Government incentives, defense procurement programs, and regulatory support for commercial UAV integration are encouraging wider adoption. With rising technological advancements, increasing security and surveillance needs, and expanding commercial applications, the MENA drones and UAV market is poised for sustained growth.

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Middle East and North Africa Drones and UAV Market: Major Players

Aeromotus, FEDS, Israel Aerospace Industries, Zain Drone, UVL Robotics, Drone Solutions, Artrabia, The Customized Drones, Baykar Tech and EDGE PJSC Group.

Segment Covered in the Middle East and North Africa Drones and UAV Market:

By Type
Fixed-wing drones lead with 42% share, driven by long-range surveillance, border security, and large-area mapping across military and government agencies. Rotary blade drones account for 38%, supported by strong adoption in law enforcement, agriculture spraying, inspection, and media operations due to high maneuverability. Hybrid drones capture 20%, gaining traction for extended endurance missions in energy, construction, and logistics.

By Component
Cameras dominate with 33% share, as high-resolution imaging and thermal cameras support surveillance, inspections, and mapping. Sensors hold 24%, driven by demand for LiDAR, multispectral, and hyperspectral sensors in agriculture, utilities, and defense. Battery systems represent 18%, supported by growing need for high-capacity, fast-charging power modules. Controllers account for 12%, powering advanced navigation and operational control. Propulsion systems and other components collectively capture 13%, led by innovation in lightweight motors and autonomous flight systems.

By End-User
Military & defense leads with 39% share, driven by border surveillance, intelligence gathering, and counter-terrorism operations in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Israel, and Egypt. Law enforcement accounts for 17%, boosted by adoption for traffic monitoring, crowd management, and emergency response. Agriculture captures 12%, supported by precision spraying, crop health monitoring, and soil assessment. Construction & infrastructure holds 11%, using drones for site mapping, inspection, and progress tracking. Energy & utilities represent 9%, driven by pipeline inspection, powerline monitoring, and offshore operations.

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