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NATO Ammunition Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032

Market Report I 2024-05-02 I 166 Pages I EMR Inc.

NATO Ammunition Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032
Market Outlook
According to the report by Expert Market Research (EMR), the NATO ammunition market size reached a value of USD 7.48 billion in 2023. Aided by rapid ammunition technology advancements and growing usage of non-lethal ammunition, the market is projected to further grow at a CAGR of 3.2% between 2024 and 2032 to reach a value of USD 9.97 billion by 2032.
NATO ammunition encompasses a diverse range of munitions and ordnance utilised by member countries of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) for defence and security purposes. These include small arms ammunition, artillery shells, rockets, missiles, bombs, and other explosive devices designed to meet the operational requirements of NATO armed forces, enhance interoperability, and ensure collective defence capabilities.
The NATO ammunition market growth is driven by a myriad of factors shaping the global security sector and defence procurement priorities. Heightened geopolitical tensions, evolving security threats, and the resurgence of conventional warfare scenarios have spurred NATO member states to bolster their defence capabilities, modernise military arsenals, and invest in ammunition stockpiles to deter potential adversaries and safeguard national interests.
Moreover, the proliferation of asymmetric threats such as terrorism, insurgency, and cyber warfare has underscored the need for NATO forces to maintain a robust and versatile ammunition inventory capable of addressing a wide spectrum of security challenges across different operational theaters, from conventional warfare scenarios to counter-terrorism operations and peacekeeping missions, consequently driving up the NATO ammunition market share.
The market is characterized by continuous advancements in materials, technologies, and weapon systems aimed at enhancing lethality, precision, and operational effectiveness while minimising collateral damage and mitigating environmental risks.
Technological innovations such as smart ammunition, precision-guided munitions (PGMs), and next-generation explosives are revolutionising modern warfare capabilities, enabling NATO forces to achieve greater accuracy, range, and lethality, thereby reducing reliance on large-scale firepower and minimizing civilian casualties in conflict zones.
Furthermore, the integration of additive manufacturing (AM) technologies, commonly known as 3D printing, into the production of small-caliber ammunition components and spare parts offers NATO armed forces a cost-effective and flexible solution for maintaining ammunition supply chains, reducing lead times, and enhancing logistics resilience in austere and remote environments, leading to NATO ammunition market development.
It is further anticipated that rimfire will experience significant growth in the projected timeframe. The rise of this type of ammunition can be attributed to its numerous advantages, such as affordability, minimal recoil, and lightweight nature. In comparison to centrefire cartridges, rimfire cartridges generally possess lower power and recoil. Additionally, firearms utilising rimfire ammunition generate less noise and muzzle blast when compared to centrefire firearms.
The market exhibits regional variations in procurement practices, defence budgets, and operational requirements across different member states and allied nations. In Europe, where NATO's eastern flank faces growing security challenges from Russia's assertive behaviour and hybrid warfare tactics, NATO member states such as Poland, Estonia, and Lithuania are investing heavily in ammunition modernization programs, armored vehicle upgrades, and missile defence systems to bolster deterrence capabilities and enhance readiness.
As per the NATO ammunition market analysis, in North America, the United States, as NATO's leading military power, plays a pivotal role in shaping the alliance's ammunition market dynamics through defence spending, technology transfer, and arms exports to NATO allies. With a vast defence industrial base and advanced research and development capabilities, the U.S. remains at the forefront of ammunition innovation, supplying NATO forces with cutting-edge munitions, precision-guided weapons, and ballistic missile defence systems.
Market Segmentation
The market can be divided based on the calibre, product, weapon platform, end use, and region
Market Breakup by Calibre
- Small
- Medium
- Large
Market Breakup by Product
- Rimfire
- Centrefire
Market Breakup by Weapon Platform
- Aerial
- Terrestrial
- Naval
Market Breakup by End Use
- Defence
- Civil and Commercial
Market Breakup by Region
- United States
- Germany
- France
- United Kingdom
- Canada
- Italy
- Others
Competitive Landscape
The EMR report looks into the market shares, plant turnarounds, capacities, investments, and mergers and acquisitions, among other major developments, of the leading companies operating in NATO ammunition market. Some of the major players explored in the report by Expert Market Research are as follows:
- Northrop Grumman Corporation
- BAE Systems plc
- General Dynamics Corp.
- Rheinmetall AG
- RWS GmbH
- FN HERSTAL, S.A.
- CBC Global Ammunition
- Nammo AS
- AMMO, Inc.
- MESKO S.A.
- Others

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1 Preface
2 Report Coverage - Key Segmentation and Scope
3 Report Description
3.1 Market Definition and Outlook
3.2 Properties and Applications
3.3 Market Analysis
3.4 Key Players
4 Key Assumptions
5 Executive Summary
5.1 Overview
5.2 Key Drivers
5.3 Key Developments
5.4 Competitive Structure
5.5 Key Industrial Trends
6 Market Snapshot
7 Opportunities and Challenges in the Market
8 Global Ammunition Market Overview
8.1 Key Industry Highlights
8.2 Global Ammunition Historical Market (2018-2023)
8.3 Global Ammunition Market Forecast (2024-2032)
8.4 Global Ammunition Market Share by Region
8.4.1 North America
8.4.2 Europe
8.4.3 Asia Pacific
8.4.4 Latin America
8.4.5 Middle East and Africa
9 NATO Ammunition Market Overview
9.1 Key Industry Highlights
9.2 NATO Ammunition Historical Market (2018-2023)
9.3 NATO Ammunition Market Forecast (2024-2032)
10 NATO Ammunition Market by Calibre
10.1 Small
10.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
10.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
10.2 Medium
10.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
10.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
10.3 Large
10.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
10.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11 NATO Ammunition Market by Product
11.1 Rimfire
11.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.2 Centrefire
11.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
12 NATO Ammunition Market by Weapon Platform
12.1 Aerial
12.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
12.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
12.2 Terrestrial
12.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
12.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
12.3 Naval
12.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
12.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
13 NATO Ammunition Market by End Use
13.1 Defence
13.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
13.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
13.2 Civil and Commercial
13.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
13.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
14 NATO Ammunition Market by Country
14.1 United States
14.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
14.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
14.2 Germany
14.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
14.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
14.3 France
14.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
14.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
14.4 United Kingdom
14.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
14.4.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
14.5 Canada
14.5.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
14.5.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
14.6 Italy
14.6.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
14.6.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
14.7 Others
15 Market Dynamics
15.1 SWOT Analysis
15.1.1 Strengths
15.1.2 Weaknesses
15.1.3 Opportunities
15.1.4 Threats
15.2 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
15.2.1 Supplier's Power
15.2.2 Buyer's Power
15.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
15.2.4 Degree of Rivalry
15.2.5 Threat of Substitutes
15.3 Key Indicators of Demand
15.4 Key Indicators of Price
16 Trade Data Analysis (HS Code: - 9306)
16.1 Major Importing Countries
16.1.1 By Volume
16.1.2 By Value
16.2 Major Exporting Countries
16.2.1 By Volume
16.2.2 By Value
17 Competitive Landscape
17.1 Market Structure
17.2 Company Profiles
17.2.1 Northrop Grumman Corporation
17.2.1.1 Company Overview
17.2.1.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.1.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.1.4 Certifications
17.2.2 BAE Systems plc
17.2.2.1 Company Overview
17.2.2.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.2.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.2.4 Certifications
17.2.3 General Dynamics Corp.
17.2.3.1 Company Overview
17.2.3.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.3.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.3.4 Certifications
17.2.4 Rheinmetall AG
17.2.4.1 Company Overview
17.2.4.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.4.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.4.4 Certifications
17.2.5 RWS GmbH
17.2.5.1 Company Overview
17.2.5.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.5.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.5.4 Certifications
17.2.6 FN HERSTAL, S.A.
17.2.6.1 Company Overview
17.2.6.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.6.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.6.4 Certifications
17.2.7 CBC Global Ammunition
17.2.7.1 Company Overview
17.2.7.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.7.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.7.4 Certifications
17.2.8 Nammo AS
17.2.8.1 Company Overview
17.2.8.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.8.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.8.4 Certifications
17.2.9 AMMO, Inc.
17.2.9.1 Company Overview
17.2.9.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.9.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.9.4 Certifications
17.2.10 MESKO S.A.
17.2.10.1 Company Overview
17.2.10.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.10.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.10.4 Certifications
17.2.11 Others
18 Key Trends and Developments in the Market

List of Key Figures and Tables
1. Global Ammunition Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2018 and 2032
2. NATO Ammunition Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2018 and 2032
3. NATO Ammunition Historical Market: Breakup by Calibre (USD Billion), 2018-2023
4. NATO Ammunition Market Forecast: Breakup by Calibre (USD Billion), 2024-2032
5. NATO Ammunition Historical Market: Breakup by Product (USD Billion), 2018-2023
6. NATO Ammunition Market Forecast: Breakup by Product (USD Billion), 2024-2032
7. NATO Ammunition Historical Market: Breakup by Weapon Platform (USD Billion), 2018-2023
8. NATO Ammunition Market Forecast: Breakup by Weapon Platform (USD Billion), 2024-2032
9. NATO Ammunition Historical Market: Breakup by End Use (USD Billion), 2018-2023
10. NATO Ammunition Market Forecast: Breakup by End Use (USD Billion), 2024-2032
11. NATO Ammunition Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
12. NATO Ammunition Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
13. Major Importing Countries by Volume
14. Major Exporting Countries by Volume
15. Major Importing Countries by Value
16. Major Exporting Countries by Value
17. NATO Ammunition Market Structure

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