Global Generator Market for the Military and Defense Sector 2016-2020

Outlook of the generator market for military and defense sector

Technavio’s market research analyst predicts the global generator market for military and defense sector to grow at a CAGR of more than 4% during the forecast period. The energy policy directives issued by the US DoD is a key growth driver for this market. The US DoD is considered to be the biggest institutional electric energy consumer globally. More than 75% is for operational energy, which is the energy primarily required to train, move, and sustain military forces and weapon platforms needed for military operations. In 2014, the US DoD issued its energy policy directive. The guidelines were designed to enable advances in energy security, mitigate costs, and improve military capabilities through continuous improvements in energy consumption in the coming years. The directive also focuses on enhanced efforts and initiatives to improve the overall mobile power and operational energy needs of the military.

The use of an onboard silent backup power for defense vehicles is also expected to fuel market growth by the end of 2020. It is essential for defense vehicles to possess an onboard power supply source to operate various electrical and electronic equipment in the vehicles needed for various military operations. The vehicles also need to act as charging stations for the soldiers in the field. The onboard power system and the batteries in the vehicle are directly connected to the fuel cells that monitor the charge level continuously and initiate recharging action as and when required. As a result, vehicle-based equipment can be operated for days at a stretch without starting the engine of the vehicle. This provides two significant benefits – zero noise levels and zero thermal signatures – and offers a decisive strategic advantage during silent watch operations.

Segmentation by department and analysis of the generator market for military and defense sector

• Marine
• Military

The military segment accounted for more than 65% of the market share during 2015 and is expected to retain its market leadership until the end of 2020. The military, which includes the land forces, is the most significant user of generators both on-field as well as off the field. Right from communication gear to essential electrical and electronic equipment, weapons systems, and vehicles, almost every land system makes use of generators for operational purposes. Generators are also used in base stations and camps apart from powering all equipment in combat zones.

Geographical segmentation and analysis of the generator market for military and defense sector

• Americas
• APAC
• EMEA

During 2015, the Americas dominated the market, accounting for more than 56% of the market share. In the Americas, the US has the largest as well as the strongest defense sector. The US DoD is a significant consumer of electric power, much higher than the defense sectors in some of the other countries. Apart from the US Army having a strength of more than 1.3 million people, the US DoD also makes extensive use of various electrical and electronic equipment that are essential to successfully execute any tactical military expedition.

Competitive landscape and key vendors

The generator market in the military and defense sector is mostly dominated by the big players. Vendors manufacturing generator sets for the military and defense sector have to manufacture highly reliable generators. The cost of procurement by this sector is not an issue, and therefore, manufacturers have the flexibility to incorporate parts and components that increase the efficiency and reliability of the generators to a great extent.

The key vendors in the market are -

• Caterpillar
• Cummins
• Dewey
• Fischer Panda
• Harrington
• SFC

Other prominent vendors in the market include Air Rover, CMCA, DHS Systems, DRS, and Uninterruptible Power Supplies.

Key questions answered in the report include

• What will the market size and the growth rate be in 2020?
• What are the key factors driving the global generator market for military and defense sector?
• What are the key market trends impacting the growth of the generator market for military and defense sector?
• What are the challenges to market growth?
• Who are the key vendors in this market space?
• What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the vendors in the global generator market for military and defense sector?
• What are the trending factors influencing the market shares of the Americas, APAC, and EMEA?
• What are the key outcomes of the five forces analysis of the generator market for military and defense sector?

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A generator is device or equipment that has the capability to convert mechanical energy into electrical energy. The source of mechanical energy can vary, and may range from an internal combustion engine, or a hand crank compressed engine, to a reciprocating steam engine. The ability of generators to enable the non-stop operation of onboard and off-grid equipment will lead to its increased adoption during the predicted period.

The global generator market for the military and defense sector is part of Technavio’s heavy industry research portfolio. This portfolio provides a comprehensive market analysis along with the market share, market sizing, and market segmentations covering areas such as construction, engineering tools, test and measurement, tools and components, and unit operations. These market research reports provide a perspective on the various market opportunities and market threats along with the key trends that would influence the market growth during the forecast period. It presents insights into the changing competitive landscape and a detailed profiling and market analysis of the vendors. Also covered in the research are the key regions or countries that would have an impact on the market during the assessment years.