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Non-lethal Weapons Market Trends

Report ID: GMI7577
Published Date: Dec 2023
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Non-lethal Weapons Market Trends

The expansion of non-lethal weapons businesses into untapped regions propels market growth. Setting up operations in previously unexplored areas opens new avenues for sales and distribution, addressing security concerns in diverse markets. For instance, in January 2023, Byrna Technologies Inc. established a new subsidiary, Byrna LATAM, headquartered in Montevideo, Uruguay. Byrna LATAM will oversee the production, sales, and distribution of Byrna's non-lethal weapons product line across Latin America. This strategic expansion allows non-lethal weapon manufacturers to tap into emerging opportunities, meet the unique needs of various regions, and contribute to the overall market growth.

The escalating instances of civil unrest globally act as a significant catalyst for the non-lethal weapons industry's lucrative growth. Law enforcement agencies & security forces seek effective crowd-control solutions that minimize harm, and non-lethal options emerge as a preferred choice. The demand for sophisticated tools to manage protests and demonstrations without resorting to lethal force propels the development and adoption of advanced non-lethal technologies, fostering a lucrative market environment.

Authors: Preeti Wadhwani

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The market size for non-lethal weapons was valued at USD 6.8 billion in 2022 and is estimated to register a CAGR of over 5.5% between 2023 and 2032, favored by the government’s investment in law enforcement and military capabilities.

The direct contact weapons segment held around 60% market share in 2022 and will keep growing owing to the advancements in these weapons, designed to minimize risks.

North America non-lethal weapons market held a revenue share of over 35% in 2022 and will show impressive growth trends through 2032, propelled by the ongoing modernization initiatives of law enforcement agencies, emphasizing the adoption of advanced technologies to enhance operational capabilities.

Rheinmetall AG, AXON Enterprise, Inc., Safariland, LLC, FN Herstal, Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., Byrna Technologies Inc., Combined Systems, Inc., and ASP, Inc. among others.