Global Security Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032

Global Security Market Size

The global security market reached a value of approximately USD 377.38 billion in 2023. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.3% between 2024 and 2032, reaching a value of around USD 688.57 billion by 2032.

Global Security Market Outlook

• The global security services market includes over 20,000 companies, with security guard services playing a crucial role across various sectors.

• In 2023, smart cities generated a revenue of USD 89.49 billion globally, where video surveillance systems are widely used to improve the safety of people and assets.

• ATG Access Limited, Barrier1 Systems, LLC, and Cias Elettronica Srl are a few of the major companies in the market.

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Global Security Market Growth

There is a growing demand for security systems that incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) to meet the needs of smart home solutions. During 2022, the number of smart homes in North America expanded by 12.0% year-on-year. By 2027, around 88.1 million homes in North America are expected to be smart, equal to 58% of all homes in the region.

Figure: Revenue Generated by Smart Cities Globally, USD Billion, 2018-2024 (E)

One of the factors driving the security market demand is the commercial sector, where efficient security systems like alarms and video surveillance are vital to safeguard customers and staff from theft and crime. By 2027, the global commercial real estate market is projected to reach USD 12.6 trillion.

Key Trends and Developments

Increased focus on improving security across various sectors, technological improvements, rising smart city projects, increased security threats, and the growing installation of CCTV cameras are the factors driving the global security market growth

July 2024

Hikvision Solution Partner, Irida Labs, launched a new version of PerCV.ai optimized for Hikvision cameras. This new platform enabled non-expert systems integrators and security installers to deploy sophisticated, ready-to-use AI models directly onto Hikvision’s HEOP 2.0 devices, such as the DeepinView Series cameras, creating new AIoT-based revenue streams.

July 2024

Motorola Solutions opened a new Research and Development Centre in Cork, Ireland. The team at this center focused on designing software for the company’s comprehensive land mobile radio (LMR) portfolio and planned for future expansion into other technologies.

July 2024

MONITORAPP Inc., a cybersecurity company specializing in cloud security, recently announced its strategic expansion into the Middle East and Africa markets through new partnerships with Türkiye's ALRIFAI Consulting Group and Mauritius' LITHE SD. These agreements mark MONITORAPP's first significant entry into new regions in its global expansion plan.

April 2024

Hikvision launched the latest generation of its Turbo HD range of analog security products. Turbo HD 8.0 delivered a more comprehensive and interactive security experience for users, enabling them to enhance their visual security environment. The groundbreaking Turbo HD 8.0 introduced four major innovations, providing users with real-time communication, 180-degree video protection, and significantly enhanced night vision.

Security is essential for industrial protection

Security systems, such as video surveillance, barrier systems, and access control systems are becoming increasingly popular in sectors such as energy, service, automotive, and infrastructure.

Technological advancements

The incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning algorithms, mobile credential systems, and data-informed occupancy management help optimise the existing security systems and improve the operation of both physical and digital security technologies.

Growth in smart city projects

Smart cities are increasingly incorporating intelligent video surveillance systems and emergency response systems that use real-time data to improve public safety in places such as schools, homes, and hospitals. In 2023, smart cities generated a revenue of USD 89.49 billion globally.

Increased security threats

Businesses in end use markets are increasingly facing external physical security incidents, causing significant financial losses. In 2023, the average cost of a data breach reached an all-time high of USD 4.45 million, representing a 2.3% increase from the 2022 cost of USD 4.35 million. This rising security threats supports the demand for robust security measures and advanced technological solutions to protect organizations from these threats.

Adoption of CCTV cameras

CCTV cameras offer enhanced security by mitigating crime and offering enhanced protection to citizens. Europe is renowned for being one of the safest continents globally. In the UK, mass surveillance is widely deployed by the government. London has almost 70 CCTV cameras per 1000 people and is one of the most highly surveillance-intensive cities globally.

Global Security Market Trends

Artificial intelligence and cloud computing are important technology trends impacting the global security market. The rising security concerns and a renewed focus on infrastructure protection aid the adoption of physical security equipment such as video surveillance, physical access control, intruder alarms, and fire protection.

Furthermore, CCTV camera surveillance is widely popular globally to mitigate crimes and theft and enhance public protection. To meet the demand for advanced solutions, video surveillance companies are engaged in developing advanced solutions with cloud-based and data management capabilities. China has the largest number of installed cameras, globally. Chinese cities with over 1,00,000 CCTV cameras include Beijing (1,150,000) and Shanghai (1,000,000).

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Global Security Industry Segmentation

“Global Security Industry Report and Forecast 2024-2032” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup By Type

• Equipment
  • Access control systems
  • Intrusion detection systems 
  • Video surveillance systems
  • Barrier systems 
  • Others
• Services
  • System Integration and Consulting
  • Risk Assessment and Analysis
  • Managed Security Services 
  • Maintenance and Support

Market Breakup by Application

• Government

• Residential

• Transportation

• Commercial

• Industrial

• Others

Market Breakup by Region

• North America

• Europe

• Asia Pacific

• Latin America

• Middle East and Africa

Global Security Market Share

By type, the services segment is expected to hold a significant market share, with rising crime rates driving businesses to invest in security guard services and other solutions

Cybersecurity services are being increasingly deployed with rising number of threats and security breaches. Also, the rise in infrastructure investments is creating a need to safeguard the assets and associated flows, accelerating the demand for security services. As of 2023, physical security market employs over 30 million people globally, majority of which are in guarding services.

Safety equipment includes security cameras, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, door and window sensors, etc.  Security equipment is a key factor in asset protection and for ensuring a safe living and workplace. By the end of 2021, about one billion surveillance cameras were reported to be in function across the globe.

Leading Players in the Security Market

Major market players are increasing their collaboration, partnership, and research and development activities to gain a competitive edge in the market

Perimeter Protection Germany GmbH

Headquartered in Germany and founded in 1951, the company offers a comprehensive range of high-security and access products, enhanced with advanced control systems. It has an extensive range of high-security and access products enhanced with smart control systems, which includes sliding gates, quick folding gates, bollards, road blockers, barriers, and turnstiles.

ATG Access Limited

Headquartered in UK and founded in 1989, ATG Access Ltd is one of the UK's leading security engineering companies, providing physical security solutions for sites around the world. The company offers residential solutions, commercial solutions, and traffic management.

Barrier1 Systems, LLC

Headquartered in the United States and founded in 2006, the company provides a custom range of American-made vehicle barrier systems, trusted by top security professionals globally. It offers high security bollards, crash beams and drop arms, patented net barriers, and other security equipment.

Cias Elettronica Srl

Headquartered in the Italy and founded in 1974, Cias Elettronica offers cutting-edge microwave, infrared, and triple-technology barriers, as well as advanced fence detection systems.

Other key players in the global security market include Delta Scientific Corporation, Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd., Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co. Ltd., ASSA ABLOY AB, and Motorola Solutions, Inc.

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Global Security Market Analysis by Region

Asia Pacific is a prominent region due to the rising cyber-attacks and CCTV installations in leading Asian economies.

Asia-Pacific accounted for 31% of all cyber-attacks in 2022, the highest globally. As of 2023, key APAC countries with the most CCTV cameras installed include China (200 million), Japan (5 million), Vietnam (2.6 million), and South Korea (over 1 million).

In Europe, as of 2023, London, Berlin, Warsaw, and Vienna, are among the top cities in Europe, in terms of the number of CCTVs. In 2022, Europe had 311.3 million mobile IoT connections Western Europe including, France and Germany, had around 20 to 60 million connected devices.

In North America, by the end of 2022, an estimated 34.8 million active monitored alarm systems were reported in the United States and Canada. As of 2022, 85.6% of the security guards work in the private sector in the United States, and 14.4% in the public sector.

Key Highlights of the Report

Security Market Report Snapshots

Security Market Size

Security Market Growth

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Security Market Share

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Security Market Regional Analysis