Military Protective Eye-Wear Market Size, Trends and Growth Analysis by 2027

The military protective eye-wear sector was valued at approximately US$ 110.48 million in 2021 and is projected to grow to US$ 166.65 million by 2028, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.0% during the period from 2021 to 2028.

In the future, military protective eye-wear is anticipated to be crucial for meeting military needs and operational demands. The current landscape shows an increasing necessity for protective eye-wear, particularly in expansive and diverse combat environments. A notable advancement in this field is the introduction of the Snowhawk safety goggles by Revision Military, which represents the latest technological innovations tailored to military eye protection. Additionally, various personal protective equipment (PPE) such as body armor, helmets, and eye protection systems are essential for safeguarding military personnel and paramilitary forces against threats like gunfire, laser attacks, and landmines. Consequently, the growing adoption of such protective gear is expected to propel the military protective eye-wear market's growth throughout the forecast period.

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted numerous industries, including defense. The rapid spread of the virus prompted governments globally to enforce stringent restrictions on transportation and human mobility. Many countries in the Asia Pacific region experienced substantial revenue losses in their defense sectors. For example, Indian defense companies reported a revenue decline of approximately US$ 3 billion between March and May of FY 2020, affecting around 100 large defense firms and nearly 4,000 small to medium-sized aerospace and defense enterprises. Furthermore, disruptions in the supply chain have contributed to a downturn in the military protective eye-wear market's revenues.

The military protective eye-wear market is categorized based on type, end user, and geographical region. In terms of type, the market is divided into safety eye-wear, ballistic protection eye-wear, and laser protection eye-wear. The ballistic protection eye-wear segment dominated the market in 2021, holding the largest share. Regarding end users, the market is split between paramilitary forces and armed troops, with the armed troops segment leading in market share in 2021. Geographically, the global military protective eye-wear market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific (APAC), the Middle East & Africa (MEA), and South America (SAM). In 2021, the APAC region accounted for a significant portion of the market share.

Key players in the global military protective eye-wear market include Blueye Tactical (Blueye Eye-wear Pty Ltd.), Eye Safety Systems, Inc. (ESS), Bolle Tactical, Gentex Corporation, Perriquest Defense Research Enterprises LLC, Revision Military Ltd., Rochester Optical, Shalon Chemical Industries Ltd., Smith Optics, and Wiley X, Inc.. These companies are profiled in the market analysis.

The overall size of the global military protective eye-wear market has been determined through a combination of primary and secondary research methods. The research process commenced with extensive secondary research utilizing both internal and external sources to gather qualitative and quantitative data relevant to the market. This approach also aims to provide an overview and forecast of the military protective eye-wear market across all segments. Additionally, numerous primary interviews have been conducted with industry stakeholders and experts to validate the findings and gain deeper analytical insights. Participants in this research include industry professionals such as vice presidents, business development managers, market intelligence managers, and national sales managers, as well as external consultants like valuation experts, research analysts, and key opinion leaders specializing in the military protective eye-wear sector.