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Directed Energy Weapons Market Set to Reach USD 17.86 Billion by 2030 - Mordor Intelligence

The Directed Energy Weapons (DEW) market is projected to grow from USD 8.36 billion in 2025 to USD 17.86 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 16.4%.
Published 15 October 2025

Introduction 

The global Directed Energy Weapons (DEW) market is experiencing significant growth, driven by advancements in laser, microwave, and particle beam technologies. These systems offer precise, scalable, and cost-effective solutions for modern defense needs, including countering drones, missiles, and other aerial threats. 

Key Market Trends 

Cost-Effectiveness of High-Energy Lasers (HELs) 

Growth in Defense Budgets and Multi-Domain Modernization 

Advancements in Power Electronics and Modular Architectures 

Strategic Sourcing of Rare Materials 

Market Segmentation 

By Type 

  • High-Energy Laser 
  • High-Power Microwave 
  • Particle Beam 

By Platform 

  • Land 
  • Airborne 
  • Naval 
  • Space-based 

By Lethality 

  • Lethal 
  • Non-Lethal 

By Power Class 

  • Less than 50 kW 
  • 51 to 150 kW 
  • Greater than 150 kW 

By End-User 

  • Army 
  • Air Force 
  • Navy/Coast Guard 
  • Homeland Security and Others 

 Major players 

The Directed Energy Weapons (DEW) market is primarily driven by key industry leaders, including Lockheed Martin Corporation, The Boeing Company, RTX Corporation, BAE Systems plc, and Northrop Grumman Corporation. These companies are at the forefront of advancing directed energy technologies, contributing significantly to the development of high-energy lasers, high-power microwave systems, and particle beam technologies. 

Related Reports from Mordor Intelligence 

Military Laser Systems Market - https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/global-military-laser-systems-market-industry?utm_source=Industrytoday.co.uk 

US Conducted Energy Weapons Market - https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/us-conducted-energy-weapons-market?utm_source=Industrytoday.co.uk 

North America Non-lethal Weapons Market- https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/north-america-non-lethal-weapons-market?utm_source=Industrytoday.co.uk 


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