Top 5 Night Vision Device Companies

The global night vision device market is projected to grow from USD 8.57 billion in 2025 to USD 12.91 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 8.5%. Market growth is likely to be driven by the rising focus of the defense sector on modernization efforts, increasing military budgets, and a pressing need for sophisticated surveillance systems. Night vision devices enhance visibility in low-light environments, aiding military, law enforcement, and security operations. Additionally, advances in thermal imaging and infrared sensing technologies further accelerate market growth. Furthermore, civilian applications in navigation, wildlife monitoring, and outdoor activities drive demand. The market is expanding due to product innovations, miniaturization technologies, and strategic collaborations in defense and commercial sectors to meet evolving nighttime operational needs.

Teledyne FLIR LLC (US), Thales (France), L3Harris Technologies Inc. (US), BAE Systems (UK), and Elbit Systems Ltd. (Israel) are among a few key players in the night vision device market.

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Major Night Vision Device Companies Include:

• Thales (France)
• Teledyne FLIR LLC (US)
• L3Harris Technologies Inc. (US)
• BAE Systems (UK)
• Elbit Systems Ltd. (Israel)

In June 2024, Teledyne FLIR LLC (US) launched the Hadron 640+ and radiometric Hadron 640R+ dual camera modules with enhanced thermal sensitivity. These ITAR-free, SWaP-optimized systems are designed to integrate unmanned aerial systems (UAS), unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), and robotic platforms. They support day and night vision capabilities via dual thermal and visible imaging.

In January 2025, the US Army awarded L3Harris Technologies, Inc. (US) a USD 263 million order for continued ENVG-B production under the second Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) order. The system enhances situational awareness and enables connectivity to the Integrated Tactical Network, providing advanced night-vision capabilities.

Thales manufactures electronic equipment for the aeronautics, naval, and defense sectors, operating through Defense, Cyber & Digital, and Aerospace segments. The Defense segment provides systems for land, air, naval, space, and cyberspace, including night vision devices for military and security applications. Cyber & Digital focuses on digital identity and security solutions, while Aerospace includes Avionics and Space Global Business Units.

BAE Systems is a global provider of products and services for air, land, and naval forces, including advanced electronics and IT solutions. Its key segments are Electronic Systems, Cyber and Intelligence, Platforms and Services (US), and Air and Maritime. The company focuses on night vision equipment through its Electronic Systems division, offering solutions such as night vision goggles (NVGS), precision munitions, thermal imaging systems, and nighttime surveillance technologies.

Elbit Systems Ltd. operates in defense and homeland security, developing various systems for air, land, and sea. It operates through five reportable business segments: Aerospace, C41 and Cyber, ISTAR and EW, land, and Elbit Systems of America (ESA). The Aerospace division supplies systems for airborne platforms, such as UAVs, precision-guided munition sensors, aerostructures, flight simulators, and solutions for commercial aviation. The C41 and Cyber division focuses on C4ISR systems, communication technologies, cyber intelligence, autonomous systems, and homeland security offerings. The ISTAR and EW segment provides various electro-optic and laser systems and products, EW (Electronic Warfare) systems, and SIGINT (Signals Intelligence) systems. The Land division provides ground-based systems, including armored vehicles, artillery, munitions, and protection solutions for land, air, and sea applications. The Elbit Systems of America (ESA) division provides products and system solutions, including night vision equipment, primarily for the US military, foreign military sales, homeland security, medical instrumentation, and commercial aviation customers. The ISTAR and Electronic Warfare (EW) division provides armored vehicle solutions. The company focuses on next-generation combat technologies to meet the needs of modern defense forces, serving both homeland safety and global military sectors.

Teledyne FLIR offers a range of infrared imaging products for governmental and commercial applications, organized into four segments: Digital Imaging, Instrumentation, Aerospace and Defense Electronics, and Engineered Systems. The Digital Imaging segment specializes in night vision technologies, including thermal cameras and infrared imaging systems, enhancing situational awareness in security, defense, medical diagnostics, and emergency services. The company’s innovative solutions support various industries where visibility in darkness is essential.

Market Ranking

The top players are assessed on geographic presence, service offerings, consumer perceptions, product developments, and agreements within the market. The night vision device market is fragmented, with the five major players, namely, Thales (France), Teledyne FLIR LLC (US), L3Harris Technologies Inc. (US), BAE Systems (UK), and Elbit Systems Ltd. (Israel). They collectively account for approximately 20–30% of the global market share. These players offer diverse product offerings for various end-use applications. The market also has other well-established and small and medium-sized players, such as NVTS (US), SATIR (Ireland), Meopta (Czech Republic), and Night Vision Devices, Inc. (US). These companies have operations worldwide and provide night vision devices, related components, and services. Companies enhance their market position through differentiated products.

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Night Vision Device Market by Device Type (Cameras, Goggles, Scopes, Binoculars & Monoculars), Technology (Thermal Imaging, Image Intensification, Infrared Illumination, Digital Imaging), Mounting Type (Stationary, Portable) - Global Forecast to 2030

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