Introduction:

Infrared Night Vision Scope Market was valued at US$ 7.2 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 11.5% to reach US$ 19.4 billion by 2034.

Infrared night vision scope (NVS) is a specialized optical device that allows users to see in low-light or no-light conditions by using invisible infrared (IR) light. It is commonly used for activities like night hunting, law enforcement and security, military operations and search and rescue operations.

Infrared Night Vision Scopes help law enforcement officers and security personnel see suspects and potential threats in dark environments. NVS is also an essential equipment for soldiers who need to navigate and engage in combat at night. Law enforcement and military sectors are responsible for creating maximum demand in the Infrared Night Vision Scope Market.

There are two main types of night vision scopes, Image intensification (I2) night vision and Digital night vision. Image intensification (I2) NVS, rely on a process called optoelectronic image enhancement.

I2 NVS use an image intensifier tube to amplify existing ambient light, including starlight and moonlight, to create a visible image whereas Digital NVS use a digital sensor to capture light and then electronically enhance it to create a visible image. I2 night vision typically offers better image quality and performance in low-light conditions, while digital night vision is often more affordable and versatile.

With technological innovation, night vision scopes are no longer limited to military and law enforcement applications. They are increasingly being used in commercial sectors such as hunting, wildlife observation, search and rescue, and security. This diversification of applications is creating new growth opportunities for the Infrared Night Vision Scope Market.

More than 100,000 rescues are thought to occur in the United States annually. In 2023, according to the official SARSAT database, 255 individuals were saved as a result of 84 different search and rescue operations that took place at sea. There were 40 terrestrial rescue operations in 2023 In the USA allowing 54 individuals to be safely rescued. Such operations especially when conducted in the deep sea require specialised NVS technology which is expected to benefit the Infrared Night Vision Scope Market

Disclaimer: This data is only a representation. Actual data may vary and will be available in the report.

Drivers of the Infrared Night Vision Scope Market:      

• Rising demand from defence and law enforcement:

Night vision scopes are essential tools for military and law enforcement personnel operating in low-light conditions or night time operations. They allow them to see their surroundings clearly enhancing situational awareness and help them identify potential threats, and carry out their duties effectively.

As the global security landscape remains complex, the demand for these devices is expected to remain high. This is expected to drive the Infrared Night Vision Scope Market.

• Technological advancements:

The technology behind night vision scopes is constantly evolving, leading to the development of lighter, more compact, and more affordable devices.

Advances in image processing are making it possible to create night vision images that are sharper, clearer, and more detailed. Night vision scopes are being integrated with other technologies, such as GPS and thermal imaging. This is making them even more versatile and effective.

Improvements in sensor technology are leading to night vision scopes with better resolution, sensitivity, and range. This allows users to see more clearly in low-light conditions and at greater distances.

These advancements are making night vision technology more accessible to a wider range of users, further fuelling Infrared Night Vision Scope Market growth.

• Growing adoption in commercial applications:

Night vision scopes are no longer limited to military and law enforcement applications. They are increasingly being used in commercial sectors such as hunting, wildlife observation, search and rescue, and security.

Search and rescue teams find NVS invaluable for locating missing persons, especially during night-time operations. The ability to see in low-light conditions allows them to cover more ground and identify potential hazards more easily.

Businesses, farms, and even individuals are increasingly using NVS for perimeter security, monitoring livestock, and general property protection. This is particularly relevant in remote areas or situations with limited natural light.

This diversification of applications is creating new growth opportunities for the Infrared Night Vision Scope Market.

Restrains:

• High Initial Investment:  Infrared night vision scopes, especially advanced models, can be quite expensive. This high cost can be a barrier to entry for many potential buyers, particularly individual consumers or smaller organizations with limited budgets.
• Limited Visibility in Certain Conditions:  While infrared night vision scopes are effective in low-light conditions, they can be hampered by factors such as fog, smoke, and dust. This can limit their usefulness in certain situations.
• Competition from Alternative Technologies:  Advancements in other night vision technologies, such as thermal imaging, are posing increasing competition for Infrared Night Vision Scope Market. Thermal imaging scopes can provide a clearer view in some conditions, and they are not as affected by fog, smoke, and dust.

Key Opportunities in Infrared Night Vision Scope Market:

• Technological advancements: Advancements in infrared technology are leading to the development of more compact, lightweight, and affordable night vision scopes. This is making these devices more accessible to a wider range of users, including civilian hunters and outdoor enthusiasts.
• Growing adoption in civilian applications: Night vision scopes are increasingly being used for civilian applications such as hunting, wildlife observation, and search and rescue. As the popularity of these activities grows, so too will the demand in the Infrared Night Vision Scope Market.

Infrared Night Vision Scope Market is segmented based on based on by Type, by Application and Region.

Type Insight

• Single Tube Infrared Night-vision Scope- Currently this segment holds a larger market share due to their affordability and being sufficient for many recreational users. They offer decent image quality and night vision capability, suitable for recreational use like night hunting or casual observation.
• Double Tube Infrared Night-vision Scope- This is the fastest growing segment of the Infrared Night Vision Scope Market and currently dominates the professional sector and is preferred by users requiring superior image quality, depth perception, and wider field of view, despite the higher cost.

Application Insight

• Security- This is the largest segment of the Infrared Night Vision Scope Market. Growing concerns about terrorism, crime, and border security are driving demand for NVS from government agencies, private security firms, and individuals for property protection.
• Outdoor Activities- This is the second largest segment of the target market that is expected to grow steadily driven by growing popularity of night hunting and wildlife observation and increased interest in adventure sports.
• Search & Rescue-  This is a smaller segment of the Infrared Night Vision Scope Market predicted to show moderate growth in the forecast period as technological advancements allow development of lighter, more portable NVS which are more effective for SAR operations

Disclaimer: This data is only a representation. Actual data may vary and will be available in the report.

Infrared Night Vision Scope Market Regional Insights:

On region the Infrared Night Vision Scope Market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa.

• North America market holds the current leadership position in the Infrared Night Vision Scope Market, driven by several factors including their strong military presence and active hunting and outdoor recreation culture. Increasing investment in military technology and field gear is expected to boost the development of higher image quality in NV scopes.
• Asia Pacific: is emerging as a region with high growth potential in the forecast period, driven by the rapid economic development, increasing interest in outdoor activities and growing military modernization programs. Investments in defence equipment by regional powers like China and India are expected to massively boost demand.
• Europe has been a significant player in the Infrared Night Vision Scope Market, characterized by its focus on technological advancements and well developed defence and security sectors. European manufacturers are known for driving the major innovative changes in night vision technology in the past decade.
• Latin America has fewer shares of the Infrared Night Vision Scope Market, but future growth potential is significant due to increasing investments in border security and growing demand from the agricultural sector where NVS are used for perimeter security purposes and crop monitoring in low light areas.
• Middle East & Africa currently has a limited market size but is expected to show great potential for market growth driven by the increasing border security concerns among some countries and rising tensions in the geopolitical landscape of this region.                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Attribute	Details
Market Size 2024	US$  7.2 billion
Projected Market Size 2034	US$ 19.4 billion
CAGR Growth Rate	11.5 %
Market Segmentation	By Type - Single Tube Infrared Night-vision Scope and Double Tube Infrared Night-vision Scope By Application - Security, Outdoor Activities, and Search & Rescue
Regional scope	North America - U.S., Canada Europe - UK, Germany, Spain, France, Italy, Russia, Rest of Europe Asia Pacific - Japan, India, China, South Korea, Australia, Rest of Asia-Pacific Latin America - Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Rest of Latin America Middle East & Africa - South Africa, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Rest of Middle East & Africa
Report coverage	Revenue forecast, company share, competitive landscape, growth factors, and trends

Segments Covered in the Report:

This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends and opportunities in each of the sub-segments from 2024 to 2034. For the purpose of this study, has segmented the Infrared Night Vision Scope Market report based on By Type, by Application and Region:

Infrared Night Vision Scope Market, By Type:

• Single Tube Infrared Night-vision Scope
• Double Tube Infrared Night-vision Scope

Infrared Night Vision Scope Market, By Application:

• Security
• Outdoor Activities
• Search & Rescue

Infrared Night Vision Scope Market, By Region:

• North America

• U.S.
• Canada

• Europe

• Germany
• UK
• France
• Russia
• Italy
• Rest of Europe

• Asia Pacific

• China
• India
• Japan
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia Pacific

• Latin America

• Brazil
• Mexico
• Rest of Latin America

• Middle East & Africa

• GCC
• Israel
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East & Africa

The key players operating the Infrared Night Vision Scope Market includes, Advanced-Connectek, Inc., Orphazyme A/S, Bushnell Inc., ATN Holdings Inc., Armasight Inc., Starlight Capital Inc., Luna Technologies Inc., Firefield Pty Ltd., Night Owl Optics, Apresys Shanghai Precision Photoelectricity Co. Ltd. and Others.

Recent Development:

• In September 2023, The UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) awarded BAE Systems a contract to improve its Striker II Helmet Mounted Display (HMD) for the Typhoon aircraft of the Royal Air Force (RAF). The Striker II HMD combines a colour display that can be read in daylight with an all-digital night vision technology.
• In May 2023, The US Army awarded Leonardo DRS, Inc. a contract for the production of cutting-edge infrared weapon sights for infantry snipers, valued at about USD 94 million. In order to satisfy the demands of snipers and reconnaissance operators who need long-range target identification, environmental observation, and bullet trajectory tracking capabilities, the business will create the Family of Weapon Sights Sniper, Improved Night/Day Observation Device Block III.
• In May 2023, Teledyne FLIR presented the results of its Thermal by FLIR program for small unmanned aerial systems (SUAS). This includes equipping the Teal 2 drone with the Hadron 640R dual visible-thermal payload and the BRING LEMUR 2 with the Lepton 3.5 thermal micro camera. The Teal 2's capabilities for defense and public safety operations are improved by the Hadron 640R, which offers crucial situational awareness for night missions in a variety of settings.
• In February 2023, Teledyne FLIR, LLC released a Prism Al release  that had a reduced Al model to facilitate deployment on embedded devices. With this release, perception engineers can now quickly integrate thermal cameras into autonomous vehicle (AV) and advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) systems. This improves object tracking performance in low-light or daytime situations by as much as 24%.

Company Profile:

• Advanced-Connectek, Inc.
• Company Overview
• Product Portfolio
• Key Highlights
• Financial Performance
• Business Strategies

• Orphazyme A/S
• Bushnell, Inc.
• ATN Holdings, Inc.
• Armasight, Inc.
• Starlight Capital, Inc.
• Luna Technologies, Inc.
• Firefield Pty Ltd.
• Night Owl Optics
• Apresys Shanghai Precision Photoelectricity Co. Ltd.

 “*” marked represents similar segmentation in other categories in the respective section

Research Objective and Assumption

• Preface
• Research Objectives
• Study Scope
• Years Considered for the study
• Assumptions
• Abbreviations

Research Methodology

• Research data
• Primary Data
  • Primary Interviews
  • Primary Breakdown
  • Key data from Primary Sources
  • Key Thickness Insights
• Secondary Data
  • Major Secondary Sources
  • Secondary Sources
• Market Estimation
• Top-Down Approach
  • Approach for estimating Market Share by Top-Down Analysis (Supply Side)
• Bottom-Up Approach
  • Approach for estimating market share by Bottom-up Analysis (Demand Side)
• Market Breakdown and Data Triangulation
• Research Assumptions

Market Preview

• Executive Summary
• Key Findings—Global Outlook for medical carts Strategies
  • Key Questions this Study will Answer
  • Market Snippet, By Type
  • Market Snippet, By Application
  • Market Snippet, By Region
• Opportunity Map Analysis
• Executive Summary—3 Big Predictions

Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis

• Market Dynamics
  • Drivers
  • Restrains
  • Market Opportunities
  • Market Trends
• DR Impact Analysis
• PEST Analysis
• Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
• Opportunity Orbit
• Market Investment Feasibility Index
• Macroeconomic Factor Analysis

Market Segmentation, By Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (US$ Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Segment Trends
• Single Tube Infrared Night-vision Scope
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Double Tube Infrared Night-vision Scope
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years

Market Segmentation, By Application, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (US$ Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Segment Trends
• Security
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Outdoor Activates
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Search
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Rescue
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years

Global Market, By Region, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (US$ Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Regional Trends
• North America
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Application, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • U.S.
    • Canada
• Europe
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Application, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • UK
    • France
    • Germany
    • Russia
    • Italy
    • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Application, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • India
    • Japan
    • South Korea
    • China
    • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Application, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Brazil
• Mexico
• Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Application, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• GCC
• Israel
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East

Competitive Landscape

• Heat Map Analysis
• Market Presence and Specificity Analysis

Company Profiles

• Advanced-Connectek, Inc.
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• Orphazyme A/S
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies

• Bushnell, Inc.
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies

• ATN Holdings, Inc.
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• Armasight, Inc.
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• Starlight Capital, Inc.
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• Luna Technologies, Inc.
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• Firefield Pty Ltd.
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• Night Owl Optics
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• Apresys Shanghai Precision Photoelectricity Co. Ltd.
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies

The Last Word

• Future Impact
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