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Non-Lethal Weapons Global Market Forecast Report and Competitive Analysis 2025-2033 Featuring Byrna Technologies, General Dynamics, Moog, Raytheon, Rheinmetall, Textron, Combined Systems - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Non-Lethal Weapons Market is expected to reach US$ 18.28 billion 2033 from US$ 12.34 billion in 2024, with a CAGR of 4.46% from 2025 to 2033. Increased security concerns, the need for crowd control, law enforcement requirements, human rights concerns, technology improvements, and a move toward less deadly military solutions are some of the causes driving the non-lethal weapons business.

The market for non-lethal weaponry is expanding due to growing demand for crowd control options, growing security concerns, and increased acceptance by law enforcement. Effectiveness is increased by technological developments like focused energy systems and better tasers. Military forces also look for alternatives to using deadly force, particularly while conducting peacekeeping operations. Human rights-related legal and moral considerations also promote the creation of less damaging but equally effective security solutions.

Growth Drivers for the Non-Lethal Weapons Market

Continuous Improvements in Technology

Non-lethal weapons' sophisticated features and ability to quell protests without inflicting casualties have increased demand for them. Defense agencies and major manufacturers have responded to this demand by adding cutting-edge technologies to their product catalogs. Flash-bang grenades, long-range acoustic devices, TASERs, and laser interdiction systems are a few examples of recent items.

For example, the TASER X26P uses charge metering and monitoring logging to regulate electric charges, while the acoustic hailing devices from LRAD Corporation use electromagnetic sound waves to quell riots. The CS/LW21 handheld electromagnetic launcher, which uses electromagnetic force to fire coin-shaped projectiles, was introduced by China in April 2023 as a riot control tool. Additionally, Wrap Technologies' BolaWrap technology provides force-free remote restraint, demonstrating the trend toward creative and affordable non-lethal solutions to enhance market growth.

Increasing Security and Terrorism Fears

The introduction of non-lethal weaponry has been prompted by the need for increased security and the growing threat of terrorism. To protect vital infrastructure, control borders, and counter terrorist threats without resorting to deadly force, governments and security organizations are spending money on these instruments. Over 90% of terrorist acts and 98% of connected deaths took place in conflict zones, with ten nations responsible for 87% of the casualties, according to the Institute for Economics and Peace's (IEP) 2023 Global Terrorism Index study.

In 2023, the number of people killed by terrorism rose by 22% to 8,352, the highest number since 2017. Working with the Joint Intermediate Force Capabilities Office to implement cutting-edge technologies, the Air Force Security Forces Center (AFSFC) investigated new non-lethal weapon choices in May 2024. Furthermore, the Republic of Singapore Navy added Sitep Italia's multirole acoustic stabilized system to its Sentinel-class ships in May 2023. Additionally, Apastron Private Limited in India created non-lethal weaponry for security forces in October 2021 that were modeled after traditional Indian warfare equipment.

Growing Need to Manage Civil Unrest and Crowds

The need for efficient crowd management techniques has increased due to the rise in riots, protests, and civil unrest around the world. Research has shown that using crowd-control tools like pellet guns and rubber bullets by police has serious risks. A study in the British Medical Journal found that of the 1,984 people hit by these weapons, 300 were permanently disabled and 53 died from their wounds. When people were hit in vital locations, their injuries were noticeably more severe.

Non-lethal alternatives are necessary for law enforcement to control sizable crowds without causing irreversible damage, upholding order while reducing casualties. Public safety and civil order depend on the capacity to defuse potentially explosive situations with weapons like shock grenades, tear gas, and rubber bullets. For example, the Springfield Police Department acquired many Bolawrap restraint devices in April 2023. These devices are a novel technology that uses a tethering mechanism to restrain people. The department claims that this non-lethal weapon is especially helpful when responding to enforcement calls involving suspects who have addiction or mental health disorders.

Challenges in the Non-Lethal Weapons Market

Risk of Misuse

In the market for non-lethal weapons, misuse risk is a major obstacle. Even while non-lethal tools are meant to incapacitate without killing, they can nevertheless be misused, resulting in needless injury or an increase in force. Insufficient training, poor decision-making under duress, or unclear deployment standards could all contribute to its misuse. Such occurrences could erode public confidence, lead to legal issues, and stoke concerns about the possibility of misuse, particularly in military or law enforcement settings.

Legal and Ethical Issues

The market for non-lethal weaponry is fraught with moral and legal dilemmas, particularly those pertaining to accountability and human rights. Non-lethal force can raise concerns about proportionality, abuse, and the possibility of using disproportionate force, especially in situations involving crowd control or dissent. Inappropriate use may have legal repercussions, and legal frameworks are not always clear. Given their potential to cause harm or violate civil liberties, ethical questions also surround the appropriate use of these weapons in particular circumstances.

Company Analysis: Overview, Key Personnel, Recent Development & Strategies, Financial Insights

  • Byrna Technologies Inc.
  • General Dynamics Corporation
  • Moog Inc.
  • Raytheon Technologies Corporation
  • Rheinmetall AG
  • Textron Inc.
  • Combined Systems Inc.

Key Attributes:

Report Attribute Details
No. of Pages 120
Forecast Period 2024 - 2033
Estimated Market Value (USD) in 2024 $8.58 Billion
Forecasted Market Value (USD) by 2033 $13.91 Billion
Compound Annual Growth Rate 5.5%
Regions Covered Global

Key Topics Covered:

1. Introduction

2. Research & Methodology

3. Executive Summary

4. Market Dynamics

4.1 Growth Drivers

4.2 Challenges

5. Global Non-Lethal Weapons Market

6. Market Share Analysis

6.1 Product Type

6.2 Technology

6.3 End Use

6.4 Country

7. Product Type

7.1 Gases and sprays

7.2 Grenades

7.3 Bullets

7.4 Taser Guns

7.5 Others

8. Technology

8.1 Chemical

8.2 Electroshock

8.3 Mechanical and Kinetic

8.4 Acoustic/Light

8.5 Others

9. End Use

9.1 Law Enforcement

9.2 Military

9.3 Others

10. Country

10.1 North America

10.1.1 United States

10.1.2 Canada

10.2 Europe

10.2.1 France

10.2.2 Germany

10.2.3 Italy

10.2.4 Spain

10.2.5 United Kingdom

10.2.6 Belgium

10.2.7 Netherlands

10.2.8 Turkey

10.3 Asia Pacific

10.3.1 China

10.3.2 Japan

10.3.3 India

10.3.4 Australia

10.3.5 South Korea

10.3.6 Thailand

10.3.7 Malaysia

10.3.8 Indonesia

10.3.9 New Zealand

10.4 Latin America

10.4.1 Brazil

10.4.2 Mexico

10.4.3 Argentina

10.5 Middle East & Africa

10.5.1 South Africa

10.5.2 Saudi Arabia

10.5.3 UAE

11. Porter's Five Analysis

11.1 Bargaining Power of Buyers

11.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers

11.3 Degree of Rivalry

11.4 Threat of New Entrants

11.5 Threat of Substitutes

12. SWOT Analysis

12.1 Strength

12.2 Weakness

12.3 Opportunity

12.4 Threat

13. Company Analysis

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