Report Description
The global aerial imaging market size is projected to expand at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period, 2021–2028. The growth of the market is attributed to the increasing number of aerial imaging system applications across several sectors especially in the military and defense sector.
Aerial photography, also known as airborne imaging, refers to the shooting of images from an airplane or other airborne platforms for various intelligent and business purposes. Aerial videography is another term for shooting motion photos from the air. Moreover, aerial photography is distinct from air-to-air photography, which involves using one or more aircraft as pursuit planes to "chase" and photograph other aircraft in flight. The technology is useful for a variety of tasks including route design, planning, volume calculations, and map renovations. Aerial imaging system is broadly utilized for a variety of applications including construction and development, geospatial technology, disaster management, research, and conservation. Earlier, photographers devised a mechanism for capturing vertically downward images from the basket of a gas balloon, also starting photographing with kites. At present, several mechanisms such as helicopters, fixed-wing aircraft, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or "drones", blimps, balloons, dirigibles, pigeons, rockets, and kites are equipped with action cameras for aerial photography.
The COVID-19 pandemic has had far-reaching consequences in the global economy and the aerial imaging market. The decrease in aerospace investment and delay in the production of UAV, and restricting the availability of UAV-based aerial photography services throughout the world act as key challenges of the market during the pandemic.
Market Trends, Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
- Increasing technical improvements in camera systems and aerial platforms using advanced UAVs are likely to boost the market in the coming years.
- Increased use of the technology for several applications in number of industries such as civil engineering, government construction, and commercial activities are key factors driving the market.
- Growing use of the technology for identifying of locations and increasing location-based services are key factors fueling the market.
- High operational constraints and issues related to security concerns are major hurdles that can hinder the market expansion during the given timeline.
- Wide use of aerial archaeology and developing camera technologies such as Microsoft's UltraCam Osprey, Hawk, and Eagle, are likely to create new avenues for market growth during the projection period.
Scope of the Report
The report on the global aerial imaging market includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
Attributes
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Details
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Report Title
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Aerial Imaging Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast
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Base Year
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2020
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Historic Data
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2018–2019
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Forecast Period
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2021–2028
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Segmentation
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Applications (Agriculture & Forestry, Civil Engineering, Commercial, Government, Military & Defense, Energy & Utility, and Insurance)
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Regional Scope
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Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa
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Report Coverage
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Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast
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Key Players Covered in the Report
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Eagle Aerial Solutions; Kucera International Inc.; Landiscor Aerial Information; AeroMetric Inc.; Eagle View Technologies; and Google LLC.
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Market Segment Insights
Government segment to expand at a considerable CAGR
On the basis of applications, the aerial imaging market is segmented into agriculture & forestry, civil engineering, commercial, government, military & defense, energy & utility, and insurance. The government segment is projected to expand at a considerable CAGR during the forecast period. The segment growth is due to the employment of this technology for a variety of objectives, including urban planning, homeland security, energy management, and environmental research monitoring. On the other hand, the civil engineering segment is anticipated to account for a major market share during the forecast period as civil engineering is used for a variety of purposes including road design, land use calculations, and ground crew proving reference. Meanwhile, drilling and logistical tasks are examples of energy applications.
North America is anticipated to constitute a key market share
In terms of regions, the market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. North America is expected to constitute a key share of the market during the projected period owing to the advancement of UAVs and PAMS in the region. However, the market of Asia Pacific is anticipated to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period due to significant defense and military spending in major economies such as India, China, and Japan.
Segments
The global aerial imaging market has been segmented on the basis of
Applications
- Agriculture & Forestry
- Civil Engineering
- Commercial
- Government
- Military & Defense
- Energy & Utility
- Insurance
Regions
- Asia Pacific
- North America
- Latin America
- Europe
- Middle East & Africa
Key Players
- Eagle Aerial Solutions
- Kucera International Inc.
- Landiscor Aerial Information
- AeroMetric Inc.
- Eagle View Technologies
- Google LLC
Competitive Landscape
Key players competing in the global aerial imaging market are Eagle Aerial Solutions; Kucera International Inc.; Landiscor Aerial Information; AeroMetric Inc.; Eagle View Technologies; and Google LLC. Aerial photography, orthophotography, plotting, stereo compilation, and volumetric surveys are among the major services provided by Kucera International Inc. Meanwhile, construction, real estate, solar, GIS, energy & utilities, safety, and government applications are some of the key services offered by Eagle View Technologies using the aerial imaging technology.

Table Of Content
1. Executive Summary
2. Assumptions and Acronyms Used
3. Research Methodology
4. Aerial Imaging Market Overview
4.1. Introduction
4.1.1. Market Taxonomy
4.1.2. Market Definition
4.2. Macro-Economic Factors
4.2.1. Industry Outlook
4.3. Aerial Imaging Market Dynamics
4.3.1. Market Drivers
4.3.2. Market Restraints
4.3.3. Opportunity
4.3.4. Market Trends
4.4. Aerial Imaging Market - Supply Chain
4.5. Global Aerial Imaging Market Forecast
4.5.1. Aerial Imaging Market Size (US$ Mn) and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2. Aerial Imaging Market Size (000’ Units) and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.3. Aerial Imaging Market Absolute $ Opportunity
5. Global Aerial Imaging Market Analysis and Forecast by Applications
5.1. Market Trends
5.2. Introduction
5.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
5.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
5.3. Aerial Imaging Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
5.3.1. Agriculture & Forestry
5.3.2.
Civil Engineering
5.3.3.
Commercial
5.3.4.
Government
5.3.5.
Military & Defense
5.3.6.
Energy & Utility
5.3.7.
Insurance
5.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
5.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Applications
6. Global Aerial Imaging Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
6.1. Market Trends
6.2. Introduction
6.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
6.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Region
6.3. Aerial Imaging Market Size and Volume Forecast by Region
6.3.1. North America
6.3.2. Latin America
6.3.3. Europe
6.3.4. Asia Pacific
6.3.5. Middle East and Africa (MEA)
6.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
6.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Region
6.6. Global Aerial Imaging Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
7. North America Aerial Imaging Market Analysis and Forecast
7.1. Introduction
7.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
7.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
7.2. North America Aerial Imaging Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
7.2.1. U.S.
7.2.2. Canada
7.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
7.4. North America Aerial Imaging Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
7.4.1. Agriculture & Forestry
7.4.2.
Civil Engineering
7.4.3.
Commercial
7.4.4.
Government
7.4.5.
Military & Defense
7.4.6.
Energy & Utility
7.4.7.
Insurance
7.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
7.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
7.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
7.7.1. By Country
7.7.2. By Product Type
7.7.3. By Application
7.8. North America Aerial Imaging Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
8. Latin America Aerial Imaging Market Analysis and Forecast
8.1. Introduction
8.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
8.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
8.1.3. Latin America Average Pricing Analysis
8.2. Latin America Aerial Imaging Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
8.2.1. Brazil
8.2.2. Mexico
8.2.3. Rest of Latin America
8.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
8.4. Latin America Aerial Imaging Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
8.4.1. Agriculture & Forestry
8.4.2.
Civil Engineering
8.4.3.
Commercial
8.4.4.
Government
8.4.5.
Military & Defense
8.4.6.
Energy & Utility
8.4.7.
Insurance
8.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
8.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
8.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
8.7.1. By Country
8.7.2. By Product Type
8.7.3. By Application
8.8. Latin America Aerial Imaging Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
9. Europe Aerial Imaging Market Analysis and Forecast
9.1. Introduction
9.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
9.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
9.1.3. Europe Average Pricing Analysis
9.2. Europe Aerial Imaging Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
9.2.1. Germany
9.2.2. France
9.2.3. Italy
9.2.4. U.K.
9.2.5. Spain
9.2.6. Russia
9.2.7. Rest of Europe
9.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
9.4. Europe Aerial Imaging Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
9.4.1. Agriculture & Forestry
9.4.2.
Civil Engineering
9.4.3.
Commercial
9.4.4.
Government
9.4.5.
Military & Defense
9.4.6.
Energy & Utility
9.4.7.
Insurance
9.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
9.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
9.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
9.7.1. By Country
9.7.2. By Product Type
9.7.3. By Application
9.8. Europe Aerial Imaging Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
10. Asia Pacific Aerial Imaging Market Analysis and Forecast
10.1. Introduction
10.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
10.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
10.1.3. Asia Pacific Average Pricing Analysis
10.2. Asia Pacific Aerial Imaging Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
10.2.1. China
10.2.2. Japan
10.2.3. South Korea
10.2.4. India
10.2.5. Australia
10.2.6. Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
10.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
10.4. Asia Pacific Aerial Imaging Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
10.4.1. Agriculture & Forestry
10.4.2.
Civil Engineering
10.4.3.
Commercial
10.4.4.
Government
10.4.5.
Military & Defense
10.4.6.
Energy & Utility
10.4.7.
Insurance
10.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
10.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
10.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
10.7.1. By Country
10.7.2. By Product Type
10.7.3. By Application
10.8. Asia Pacific Aerial Imaging Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
11. Middle East & Africa Aerial Imaging Market Analysis and Forecast
11.1. Introduction
11.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
11.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
11.1.3. Middle East & Africa Average Pricing Analysis
11.2. Middle East & Africa Aerial Imaging Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
11.2.1. Saudi Arabia
11.2.2. South Africa
11.2.3. UAE
11.2.4. Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
11.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
11.4. Middle East & Africa Aerial Imaging Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
11.4.1. Agriculture & Forestry
11.4.2.
Civil Engineering
11.4.3.
Commercial
11.4.4.
Government
11.4.5.
Military & Defense
11.4.6.
Energy & Utility
11.4.7.
Insurance
11.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
11.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
11.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
11.7.1. By Country
11.7.2. By Product Type
11.7.3. By Application
11.8. Middle East & Africa Aerial Imaging Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
12. Competition Landscape
12.1. Global Aerial Imaging Market: Market Share Analysis
12.2. Aerial Imaging Distributors and Customers
12.3. Aerial Imaging Market: Competitive Dashboard
12.4. Company Profiles (Details: Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
12.4.1. Eagle Aerial Solutions
12.4.2.
Kucera International Inc.
12.4.3.
Landiscor Aerial Information
12.4.4.
AeroMetric Inc.
12.4.5.
Eagle View Technologies
12.4.6.
Google LLC