Market Overview:

The global body armor market is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 5.29% during 2022-2027. Keeping in mind the uncertainties of COVID-19, we are continuously tracking and evaluating the direct as well as the indirect influence of the pandemic on different end use sectors. These insights are included in the report as a major market contributor.

Body armor is protective clothing worn by soldiers for safeguarding themselves against penetrative threats on the battlefield. It is also used by law enforcement personnel as safety equipment from assaults and attacks using knives, shell fragments, and high-velocity bullets. Presently, the rising terrorism threat, the use of powerful personal weapons by criminals, and the growing focus on border security by governing agencies of several countries are escalating the demand for body armor to provide ballistic protection. Consequently, several manufacturers are incorporating advanced synthetic fibers to develop lightweight, flexible, and covert products for better wearer protection.

As security agencies worldwide are increasing their defense budgets, military forces are incorporating modern protective gear in combat environments. This represents one of the major factors resulting in the rising demand for lightweight, high-tech body armors. Ceramic-based body armors are also used to protect the heart against high-velocity rifle ammunition. Additionally, manufacturers are developing high-performance and reduced-weight bodysuits using ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE). These suits are gaining preference among companies and other non-combatants for private security. Moreover, with the advent of three-dimensional (3D) design techniques, the leading players are offering customization services. They are combining advanced engineering with high-quality materials to produce state-of-the-art body armor. Apart from this, the demand for body armor is escalating in mental healthcare facilities to improve the safety of healthcare workers from patient violence and aggression. Furthermore, as they provide additional protection during car accidents, the demand for body armor is anticipated to rise across the globe.

Key Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each sub-segment of the global body armor market report, along with forecasts at the global, regional and country level from 2022-2027. Our report has categorized the market based on product type, type, level, material and application.

Breakup by Product Type:

• Soft Armors
  • Plates and Inserts
  • Shields
• Hard Armors
  • Plates and Inserts
  • Shields
• Helmets
• Others
   

Breakup by Type:

• Covert
• Overt
   

Breakup by Level:

• Level II
• Level IIA
• Level III
• Level IIIA
• Level IV
   

Breakup by Material:

• Steel
• Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE)
• Aramid
• Composite Ceramic
  • Aluminium Oxide
  • Boron Carbide
  • Silicon Carbide
  • Others
• Others
   

Breakup by Application:

• Military
• Civil
• Others
   

Breakup by Region:

• North America
  • United States
  • Canada
• Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Indonesia
  • Others
• Europe
  • Germany
  • France
  • United Kingdom
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Others
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Others
• Middle East and Africa
   

Competitive Landscape:

The competitive landscape of the industry has also been examined along with the profiles of the key players being Armored Republic LLC., BAE Systems Plc, Ballistic Body Armor Pty, Craig International Ballistics Pty. Ltd., Hellweg International PTY Ltd., Honeywell International Inc., Kejo Limited Company, Pacific Safety Products Inc, Point Blank Enterprises Inc., Safariland LLC. (Maui Acquisition Corp.), The 3M Company and U.S. Armor Corporation.

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