Close-In Weapon Systems Market to Grow 8.7% by 2031

United States of America – [22 August, 2025] – The Insight Partners is proud to announce its newest market report, “Close-In Weapon Systems Market: An In-depth Analysis of the Global Industry.” The report provides a holistic view of the Close-In Weapon Systems (CIWS) Market and describes the current scenario as well as growth estimates during the forecast period.

Overview of the Close-In Weapon Systems Market

The Close-In Weapon Systems Market is expected to register a CAGR of 8.7% from 2025 to 2031, with the market size expanding from US$ XX million in 2024 to US$ XX million by 2031. The demand for CIWS is growing due to increasing threats from advanced missiles, rising naval operations, and modernization of defense systems. This report provides insight into the driving forces behind these changes, including technological advancements, regulatory considerations, and evolving defense strategies.

Key Findings and Insights

Market Size and Growth

• Historical Data: 2021–2023, with projections for 2025–2031.
• CAGR: Expected growth at 8.7% globally.
• Key Factors Driving Growth:
  • Rising threat of missile and rocket attacks.
  • Deployment of next-generation combat and support aircraft.
  • Increasing asymmetric warfare risks requiring effective close-range defense solutions.

Market Segmentation

By Type

• Gun-based System
• Missile-based System

By Platform

• Land-based
• Naval-based

By Armament

• 20 mm
• 30 mm
• 35 mm
• 40 mm
• Others

By Technology

• Radar
• Active Homing
• Passive Homing
• Infrared
• Others

By Geography

• North America (US, Canada, Mexico)
• Europe (UK, Germany, France, Italy, Russia, Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, Australia, Rest of Asia-Pacific)
• South & Central America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South & Central America)
• Middle East & Africa (South Africa, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Rest of MEA)

Spotting Emerging Trends

• Technological Advancements: Development of advanced sensors, automation, and AI integration are enhancing CIWS effectiveness and precision.
• Changing Defense Needs: Surge in naval operations and maritime security concerns has increased adoption of CIWS for ship defense.
• Regulatory & Strategic Shifts: Growing focus on integrated defense solutions and government-backed naval modernization programs.

Growth Opportunities

• Naval Modernization: Increasing demand for advanced CIWS on frigates, corvettes, destroyers, and aircraft carriers.
• Next-Generation Technologies: Investments in directed energy weapons, high-energy lasers, and electromagnetic railguns.
• Integrated Defense Solutions: Enhanced situational awareness and operational efficiency through CIWS integration with command, radar, and surveillance systems.

Conclusion

The Close-In Weapon Systems Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity, and Forecast 2023–2031 report provides actionable insights for defense stakeholders. It examines competitive dynamics, growth strategies, and future outlook to enable technology providers, investors, and regulatory bodies to make informed decisions.

Key players analyzed in the report include BAE Systems, Denel Land Systems, General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, Leonardo SpA, MBDA Inc., Northrop Grumman Corporation, Raytheon Company, Rheinmetall AG, and Thales Group.

With evolving threats and rapid technological progress, the Close-In Weapon Systems Market is poised for significant growth, making it a crucial segment of global defense modernization initiatives.

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