Dublin, Ireland, October 5, 2025
News Summary
A new strategic market report positions construction drones as essential tools for faster, safer and more precise site management. The study estimates market value growth from US$4.6B to US$7.1B with a projected CAGR of 7.7%, citing drivers such as automation, smart city projects, regulatory approvals and BIM integration. Drones are increasingly used for site inspections, 3D mapping, LiDAR and thermal imaging, enabling remote surveys, volumetric measurement and real-time progress tracking. Advances in AI, cloud analytics and autonomous navigation are accelerating adoption and reshaping construction workflows to reduce costs, enhance safety and improve project accuracy.
Construction Drones Strategic Business Research Report 2025-2030: Automation, Smart City Projects and BIM Integration Drive Growth in Site Management and Surveying
Top lines
The global market for construction drones was estimated at US$4.6 Billion in 2024. The market is projected to reach US$7.1 Billion by 2030, reflecting a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7% from 2024 to 2030. The findings appear in a new study titled Construction Drones – Global Strategic Business Report that has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The release carried a Dublin dateline of Sept. 30, 2025 07:55 ET.
What the report covers
The report is described as comprehensive and provides an in-depth analysis of market trends, drivers, and forecasts to help make informed business decisions. The report headline used is Construction Drones Strategic Business Research Report 2025-2030: Automation, Smart City Projects and BIM Integration Drive Growth in Site Management and Surveying. The report features standard sections including Key Insights; Scope of Study; Key Attributes; Key Topics Covered; MARKET OVERVIEW; MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS; and FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS. The construction drones market report features 43 companies.
Why the market is growing
Demand for greater automation and precision in construction site management is a major growth driver. The need for faster and more accurate land surveys, advances in drone-based photogrammetry, rising adoption of automation in construction, and the rise in large-scale infrastructure projects all contribute to wider deployment. Government investments in smart city initiatives and the adoption of cloud-based drone analytics platforms are further cited as accelerating market expansion. Integration of drone data with Building Information Modeling software is making drones an essential component of modern construction workflows.
How drones are used on construction sites
Construction drones are identified as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). They have rapidly become a game-changer in the industry, revolutionizing how projects are monitored, surveyed, and managed. Drones are now an integral part of site inspections, safety compliance, and real-time progress tracking. Typical uses include high-resolution imagery capture, 3D mapping, LiDAR scanning, land surveying, volumetric measurements, and thermal inspections for energy audits. These activities significantly reduce time and labor costs, enable remote inspections, and help mitigate hazardous conditions for workers.
Technology trends and analytics
Technological advancements include improvements in drone endurance, payload capacities, and autonomous navigation capabilities. The rise of AI and machine learning in drone-based applications streamlines data processing and enables predictive maintenance, risk assessment, and automated reporting. Increasing deployment of thermal imaging and LiDAR-equipped drones supports underground infrastructure assessments and energy efficiency audits. The report also highlights the role of cloud computing and the emergence of Drones as a Service models that decentralize computation and reduce capital expenditure on local infrastructure.
Drivers tied to industry pressures
Construction sector challenges such as cost overruns, labor shortages, and safety risks are presented as reasons companies invest in drones. Real-time site monitoring via drones reduces reliance on traditional surveying methods, expedites project timelines, and improves accuracy. Integration with AI-powered analytics is said to further enhance productivity and decision-making capabilities.
Related coverage and additional offerings
The release references other research additions covering related markets and technologies, and it points to a separate Drones as a Service Market study that analyzes applications and services across verticals, evaluates cloud computing roles, and forecasts DaaS growth from 2025 through 2030. For more information on the construction drones report the link provided is https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/su23lw. Related report links include https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/bvga28 and https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/475yrj.
Contact and access
The report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. For press contact the release lists Laura Wood, Senior Press Manager, with email [email protected]. Phone contact information provided includes 1-917-300-0470 (E.S.T office hours), 1-800-526-8630 (U.S./CAN toll-free), and +353-1-416-8900 (GMT office hours).
FAQ
What was the global market size in 2024?
The global market for construction drones was estimated at US$4.6 Billion in 2024.
What is the market projection for 2030?
The global market for construction drones is projected to reach US$7.1 Billion by 2030.
What is the forecast CAGR?
The projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is 7.7% from 2024 to 2030.
How are construction drones defined in the report?
Construction drones are identified as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
Has the report been published or made available?
The report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.
Who is the press contact for the report?
Laura Wood, Senior Press Manager; email [email protected]; phone 1-917-300-0470 (E.S.T office hours), 1-800-526-8630 (U.S./CAN toll-free), +353-1-416-8900 (GMT office hours).
What other report topics were noted alongside this study?
The release references a Drones as a Service Market report and additional reports added on Oct. 03, 2025 including Eyewear Market Size, Share and Growth Analysis Report 2025-2034 and Japan Digital Payment Market Report by Type, Offering, End Use, City and Company Analysis, 2025-2033.
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Key features table
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Report title | Construction Drones – Global Strategic Business Report; report headline used: Construction Drones Strategic Business Research Report 2025-2030: Automation, Smart City Projects and BIM Integration Drive Growth in Site Management and Surveying |
| Market size (2024) | US$4.6 Billion |
| Market projection (2030) | US$7.1 Billion |
| CAGR | 7.7% (2024 to 2030) |
| Key technologies | High-resolution imagery, 3D mapping, LiDAR scanning, thermal imaging, AI-powered analytics, cloud-based drone analytics |
| Primary uses | Site inspections, safety compliance, real-time progress tracking, land surveying, volumetric measurements, pre-construction planning |
| Report features | Key Insights; Scope of Study; Key Attributes; Key Topics Covered; MARKET OVERVIEW; MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS; FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS |
| Companies featured | 43 companies featured in the construction drones market report |
| Access link | https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/su23lw (additional links: https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/bvga28 and https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/475yrj) |
| Press contact | Laura Wood, Senior Press Manager; email [email protected]; phone 1-917-300-0470 (E.S.T office hours), 1-800-526-8630 (U.S./CAN toll-free), +353-1-416-8900 (GMT office hours) |
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- AI Journ: Drones as a Service Market Forecast Report 2025-2030 — ResearchAndMarkets.com
- Google Scholar: drones as a service construction surveying
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