Lockheed Martin Highlighted as Autonomous Vehicle Market Set to Top $65 Billion by 2035
LMT•Global defense spending on autonomous unmanned vehicles is projected to grow from $35 billion in 2025 to $65–85 billion by 2032–35 driven by AI, machine learning, and advanced sensors. Lockheed Martin is listed among leading firms developing AI-powered air, land, sea, and underwater unmanned platforms.
1. Industry Growth Projections
Analysts estimate that the global market for unmanned military technologies will expand from about $35 billion in 2025 to between $65 billion and $85 billion by 2032–35, fueled by AI integration, advanced sensors, and real-time communications. The broader autonomous vehicle sector—including defense, commercial, and industrial uses—is forecast to exceed $900 billion worldwide by the early 2030s, driven by geopolitical tensions and modernization programs.
2. Lockheed Martin’s Role
Lockheed Martin is cited as one of the leading companies advancing autonomous combat and surveillance systems across air, land, sea, and underwater domains. Its work on AI-driven unmanned platforms positions the firm to benefit from rising defense budgets prioritizing reduced personnel risk and enhanced operational efficiency.
