Drone Laser Scanning Market

Drone Laser Scanning Market Outlook (2023-2033)

The global drone laser scanning market is set to enjoy a valuation of US$ 228.1 million in 2023 and further expand at a CAGR of 15.4% to reach US$ 955.4 million by the end of 2033.

In 2023, the global drone services market is estimated to be valued around US$ 6.6 billion, while the drone scanning service market will be valued at US$ 596.7 million. Drone laser scanning market is one of the prominent segment of drone scanning services market, wherein revenue from drone laser scanning services is expected to account for nearly 38% share of the global drone scanning service market towards the end of 2023.

Report Attributes	Details
Market Size (2022A)	US$ 193.1 Million
Estimated Market Value (2023E)	US$ 228.1 Million
Forecasted Market Value (2033F)	US$ 955.4Million
Global Market Growth Rate (2023-2033)	15.4% CAGR
North America Market Share (2023)	~ 30.1%
North America Market Value (US$ Mn), 2023	US$ 68.7 Million
Europe Market Share (%), 2023	~35.4%
Europe Market Value (US$ Mn), 2023	US$ 80.8 Million
China Market Share (%), 2023	~11.3%
China Market Value (US$ Mn), 2023	US$ 25.8 Million
Top 3 country Market Share (%)	~39.5%
Key Companies Profiled	Arrival 3D, Inc. AUAV Cadline Limited Design Systems, Inc IFO Group. IMEG Corp. JT Reality Capture Logxon Tejjy Incorporation TruePoint Laser Scanning

Deployment Analysis of Drone Laser Scanning Market (2017-2021) Vs. Market Forecast Outlook (2023-2033)

Drone laser scanning refers to unmanned aerial vehicles that have light detection and range sensors. The system-equipped drone is primarily used to improve mapping, item detection, and examination operations. This all-inclusive approach is preferred over conventional surveying techniques because it can generate precise data and 3D/2D images faster and at a lower cost.

The enhanced automated processing ability of these systems in terms of picture resolution and data processing skills over other technologies is the main reason fueling the growth of the drone laser scanning market worldwide.

The market is also expanding as a result of an increase in the need for imaging technology across a wide range of applications which has increased the use of drones to explore and discover locations and historical data.

However, limitations in absorbing the fast evolving technology has restrained its application in several potential fields. The drone laser scanning market growth will also be anchored by equipment of advanced laser scanners, navigational systems, and high-resolution cameras that add up to the high cost of the system, decreasing its affordability.

Deployment of drone laser scanning has increased in recent years and reached the valuation of US$ 193.1 million in 2022.

• Short Term (2023 Q2 to 2026): Rotary wing and fixed wing drone laser scanning for surveillance and monitoring to positively impact drone laser scanning market growth.

• Medium Term (2025-2029): Europe and North America anticipated to witness high drone laser scanning market growth due to the growing construction industry in these regions. These regions also home the leading players of the market, hence are set to reflect opportunistic progress.
• Long Term (2029-2033): Increase in the use of above 100-degree point of view of drone laser scanning will upsurge the market growth.

Over the 2018-2022 historical period, the global drone laser scanning market registered a CAGR of 12.1%, and according to the Fact.MR, a market research and competitive intelligence provider, the market is projected to exhibit growth at 15.4% CAGR between 2023 and 2033.

Market share analysis of drone laser scanning based on point of view and region is provided in a nutshell in the above image. Under the point of view segment, the above 100-degree sub-segment dominates with 59.9% market share in 2023.

What’s Driving Demand for Drone Laser Scanning?

“Increasing Drone Laser Scanners in Construction or Renovation Sites is the Buzz in the Market”

Countries like Australia, Singapore, Iceland, and Switzerland are progressively authorizing the use of laser scanner drones in the commercial businesses. Such licenses often entail the company to offer fee-charging freight services at specific periods, followed by surveys of customers to improve the service.

In complicated places and reconstruction projects, laser scanning is starting to be used more frequently, especially to address the issues of historical art preservation. The procedure is being utilised to produce 3D and 2D as-built project drawings, as well as BIM models. These model aid better strategic infrastructure refurbishments or constructions.

These use of drone laser scanner in these type of sites has led to increasing demand for the drone laser scanning market.

“New Experiences Are Created with 3D Scanning”

In order to provide data and deliverables that may be the pre-requisites of the upcoming projects, the architects and engineers can use scanned data from drone laser scanners. The use of precise 3D models and scanned data can lessen the need to visit the project sites repeatedly for several avoidable reasons. Even before the commencement of project planning, stakeholders will have plenty of data and opportunities that aid accurate initial assessments as well as rough estimations.

Daily visits to a construction site are frequently challenging for all parties involved, but 3D technology enables unrestricted interactive 3-D tours. Because of which, consumer can assess whether projects are on schedule and day to day developments, laser scanning and precise deliverables create a win-win situation for both contractors and clients.

This increasing 3D scanning around the world will also increase the drone laser scanning deployment.

What Do Drone Laser Scanning Service Providers Need to Watch Out?

“Produces Better Project Collaboration Opportunities”

Drone laser scanning will greatly improve project management and stakeholder collaboration. Data can be viewed by stakeholders and contractors in a secure virtual setting.

Contractors can access any volume of data from anywhere without restriction. When making crucial business decisions, the scanners' 360-degree views and the overview map are helpful.

Drone laser tracking is growing more and more, and because it gives installation crews precise on-site information about actual laser templates, it is swiftly emerging as a valued tool. The way Architectural Engineering and Construction (AEC) Companies operate is about to undergo a significant change, and speciality contractors will benefit exceptionally from this. Hence, drone service providers can find opportunistic collaborations and partnerships for expansion in the field.

Country-wise Insights

Why US Drone Laser Scanning Market is on the Top?

Due to the quick adoption of cutting-edge technology and the favorable drone flying rules in the region, North America is expected to reach a value of US$ 57.8 million in 2023, and is predicted to have the largest share of the worldwide drone laser scanning market.

Major US service providers are also contributing to the market expansion in North America. For several studies, there are many specialists and professional users in the US, who are helping the market development significantly. The laser scanning-based technology is undergoing remarkable invention and development in the US in order to enhance mapping industry outcomes. Numerous studies and official surveys that show increased use by local population are boosting the market internationally.

Why China Drone Laser Scanning Market is Up Surging?

During the anticipated term, the market in Asia Pacific will rise quickly. This expansion is attributed to the sharp increase of drone inspection laser service providers in nations like China. Due to the significant presence of various drone and component service providers, like DJI and XIAG, in the country, China is also forecast to enjoy a long-term growth.

Blooming construction industry in China is expected to use drone laser scanning services for important applications like frequent data collection, monitoring and accurate 3D model projections. In the upcoming years, the expansion of the regional market is also anticipated to be fueled by an increase in the demand for laser technology in China.

Owing to these factors, the demand for drone laser scanning in China is projected to surpass a valuation of US$ 25.8 million in 2023.

Category-wise Insights

How the Above 100 Degree Drone Laser Scanning Spur the Market Growth?

With increasing resolution of drone camera imaging, the system will find ample opportunities in next-generation photography applications, including the aerial mapping. Consequently, the above 100-degree category is the fastest growing drone laser scanning market segment. It is also widely used by government to image the city or targeted places.

The use of drone-based laser scanning for inspection and maintenance is widespread throughout the world, though taking best images and accurate data has increased its use significantly in the recent years implying a market share gain of up to 59.9% in 2023.

How Use of Drone Laser Scanning for Inspection and Mapping Are Likely to Witness an Accelerated Growth?

Drones will be more popular in construction sector for inspection and mapping in the forecast period. Building managers will be able to meet project objectives more quickly and efficiently. In construction lifecycle, photography by drone can scan construction sites and can be used to follow activities throughout the lifecycle.

Drones equipped with thermal imaging cameras are widely used by industrial companies and corporate buildings during emergency response to communicate with and locate victims who are invisible to the human eye. Similar to this, hospitals are using defibrillator-equipped ambulance drones to give a patient's heart a quick boost.

Conservationists are using cutting-edge drone technology to monitor, track, and collect samples from endangered animals as a result of the damage that climate change is causing to nature. In coherence, these factors will earn inspection and mapping a market share of 19.8% of the drone laser scanning market in 2023.

Competitive Landscape

Some of the drone laser scanning service providers are Arrival 3D, Inc., AUAV, Cadline Limited, Design Systems, Inc, IFO Group., IMEG Corp., JT Reality Capture, Logxon, Tejjy Incorporation and TruePoint Laser Scanning.

Leading drone laser scanning service providers are placing a strong emphasis on continuous update and innovation to address today's issues of component installation in the hostile environment. Service providers are forming beneficial alliances and working together with the public sector and end-use industries. Market competitors are increasing the range of services they offer in response to the growing demand for contemporary accessories.

• In July. 2022, Ground Penetrating Radar Systems, LLC (GPRS), has acquired leading company TruePoint Laser Scanning, LLC. GPRS Company provides complete facility visualization and TruePoint Laser Scanning TruePoint provides, 2D CAD drawings, as-built surveys and 3D BIM models for plants, buildings, sites and facilities.

Fact.MR has provided detailed information about the price points of key service providers of drone laser scanning positioned across regions, deployment growth, services, and speculative technological expansion, in the recently published report.

Segmentation of Drone Laser Scanning Industry Research

• By Type :

  • Rotary Wing
  • Fixed Wing
  • Hybrid Wing

• By Application :

  • Filming & Photography
  • Inspection & Maintenance
  • Mapping & Surveying
  • Precision Agriculture
  • Surveillance & Monitoring
  • Others

• By Point of View :

  • Upto 50 degree
  • 50-100 degree
  • Above 100 degree

• By Region :

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • Europe
  • East Asia
  • South Asia & Oceania
  • MEA