Netherlands Defense Market Size, Trends, Budget Allocation, Regulations, Acquisitions, Competitive Landscape and Forecast to 2029
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Prior to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the Dutch government did not make defense spending a priority. Since the return of high-intensity warfare to Europe, the Netherlands has made a more determined effort to modernize its armed forces and share NATO’s burden. The increase in defense spending over the historic period (2020–24) demonstrates this commitment. While the Netherlands only spent $12.8 billion on defense at the start of the decade, 2024 is expected to be a consequential year. With $22.8 billion earmarked for defense in 2024, the Dutch government has budgeted for a 41.8% increase from 2023. The historic period (2020–24) registers a CAGR of 15.5%, further highlighting this change in posture.
Against the backdrop of war in Europe, the country’s defense budget is expected to increase throughout forecast period (2025–29), if only gradually. During this period, the Dutch defense expenditure is expected to register a CAGR of 4.1% and reach $31.2 billion by 2029. The forecasted data suggests the Netherlands will spend more than 2.0% of GDP on defense for the remainder of the decade.
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Netherlands Defense Market Drivers
The Netherlands has seen ongoing defense budget growth in recent years due to military modernization. Following the Ukraine war, the country has committed to increased defense expenditure to hit NATO targets and increase defense capabilities. Prior to the beginning of the conflict, the country was significantly below spending levels. Moreover, hybrid conflict is a long-term driver of Dutch defense spending, with the country increasing spending to engage hybrid future threats, in particular threats which are not easily resolved by traditional military means. The growth in the threat of hybrid conflict is caused by technological developments and the proliferation of new sophisticated technologies to non-state actors.
Netherlands Military Doctrines and Defense Strategies
The Netherlands’ military doctrine relies on readiness and deployability to address diverse current and future threats. Agility and firepower are also key to the country’s military doctrine, and this will be a focus in the coming years.
The defense strategies followed by the Netherlands are replenishing stocks and tackling maintenance backlogs, strengthening air and missile defense capabilities, developing technological and industrial base, information-driven organizations and operations, innovation and modernization, and recruitment, focusing on attracting highly skilled personnel.
Netherlands Defense Market Segmentation by Sectors
The key sectors in the Netherlands defense market are naval vessels and surface combatants, military fixed-wing, tactical communications systems, military land vehicles, submarines, missiles and missile defense systems, military simulation and training, underwater warfare systems, naval engines, EOIR, military radar, electronic warfare systems, artillery, military UAV, and INS GNSS. The naval vessels and surface combatants is the top segment in the Dutch defense market, followed by military fixed-wing and tactical communications systems.
Netherlands Defense Market Analysis by Sectors, 2022 (%)
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Netherlands Defense Market - Competitive Landscape
Some of the leading defense companies in the Netherlands are Mitsubishi Corp, Lockheed Martin Corp, The Boeing Co, Airbus SE, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd, ThyssenKrupp AG, Honeywell International Inc, Jabil Inc, ABB Ltd, and BAE Systems Plc.
Netherlands Defense Market Report Overview
Market Size (2023) | $18.1 billion |
CAGR (2024-2028) | >1% |
Forecast Period | 2024-2028 |
Key Sectors | Naval Vessels and Surface Combatants, Military Fixed-Wing, Tactical Communications Systems, Military Land Vehicles, Submarines, Missiles and Missile Defense Systems, Military Simulation and Training, Underwater Warfare Systems, Naval Engines, EOIR, Military Radar, Electronic Warfare Systems, Artillery, Military UAV, and INS GNSS |
Leading Companies | Mitsubishi Corp, Lockheed Martin Corp, The Boeing Co, Airbus SE, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd, ThyssenKrupp AG, Honeywell International Inc, Jabil Inc, ABB Ltd, and BAE Systems Plc |
Segments Covered in the Report
Netherlands Defense Sectors Outlook (Value, US$ Billion, 2023-2028)
- Naval Vessels and Surface Combatants
- Military Fixed-Wing
- Tactical Communications Systems
- Military Land Vehicles
- Submarines
- Missiles and Missile Defense Systems
- Military Simulation and Training
- Underwater Warfare Systems
- Naval Engines
- EOIR
- Military Radar
- Electronic Warfare Systems
- Artillery
- Military UAV
- INS GNSS
Scope
This report offers detailed analysis of Netherlands defense market with market size forecasts covering the next five years. This report will also analyze factors that influence demand for the industry, key market trends, and challenges faced by industry participants.
In particular, it provides an in-depth analysis of the following:
• Netherlands defense budget: detailed analysis of Netherlands 2024 defense budget broken down into market size and market share. This is coupled with an examination of key current and future acquisitions.
• Regulation: the procurement policy and process is explained. This is coupled with an analysis of Netherlands military doctrine and strategy to provide a comprehensive overview of Netherlands military procurement regulation.
• Security Environment: political alliances and perceived security threats to Netherlands are examined; there help to explain trends in spending and modernisation.
• Import and Export Dynamics: analysis of prevalent trends in the country’s imports and exports over the last five years
• Competitive landscape and strategic insights: analysis of the competitive landscape of Netherlands defense industry.
Key Highlights
• Following the beginning of the conflict in Ukraine, the Netherlands committed to increased defense expenditure to meet NATO targets and strengthen its defense capabilities.
•Modernization
Even prior to the invasion of Ukraine, the country sought significant defense modernization through several acquisition plans.
• Pressure from Allies
Dutch leaders face external pressure to meet NATO targets, especially as Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte seeks to become Secretary General of NATO.
• Major ongoing procurement program include procurement of C-390 Millennium, F-35A, and the Belgian-Dutch rMCM program
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• Determine prospective investment areas based on a detailed trend analysis of Netherlands defense market over the next five years
• Gain in-depth understanding about the underlying factors driving demand for different defense and internal security segments in Netherlands market and identify the opportunities offered.
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• Identify the major threats that are driving Netherlands defense market providing a clear picture about future opportunities that can be tapped, resulting in revenue expansion
• Channel resources by focusing on the ongoing programs that are being undertaken by Netherlands government
• Make correct business decisions based on in-depth analysis of the competitive landscape consisting of detailed profiles of the top defense equipment providers in the country. The company profiles also includes information about the key products, alliances, recent contract awarded, and financial analysis, wherever available
KPMG International Coop
STMicroelectronics
NV VEON Ltd
Damen Shipyards Group
TKH Group NV
Fugro NV
TomTom NV
ICTS International NV
HITT NV
Aeronamic BV
Aeronautical Information Service
Airborne International BV
Airbus Netherlands BV
DSM Dyneema BV
Eonic B.V.
FLIR Systems BV
Fujitsu Technology Solutions (Holding) BV
GeoCat BV
Golem Protection
Hatenboer-Water BV
Hiber BV
KMW+Nexter Defense Systems NV
Koninklijke Ten Cate NV
Ministry of Defence (Netherlands)
NEDAERO COMPONENTS B.V.
Northrop Grumman
Sperry Marine BV
ORGA Aviation BV
Rescue 3 Benelux RH
Marine Netherlands BV
Rheinmetall Nederland BV
Robin Radar Systems BV
Royal Netherlands Army
Royal Netherlands Navy
Silver Aerospace B.V.
Sim-Industries BV
SkyGeo Netherlands BV
Stork Aerospace Services Stork BV
SurCom International BV
Teijin Aramid BV
Thales Nederland B.V.
Van Halteren Groep
Van Riemsdijk Rotterdam BV
VSTEP BV
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the Netherlands defense market size in 2023?
The defense market size in the Netherlands is estimated to be $18.1 billion in 2023.
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What is the Netherlands defense market growth rate?
The defense market in the Netherlands is expected to achieve a CAGR of more than 1% during 2024-2028.
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What are the key sectors in the Netherlands defense market?
The key sectors in the Netherlands defense market are naval vessels and surface combatants, military fixed-wing, tactical communications systems, military land vehicles, submarines, missiles and missile defense systems, military simulation and training, underwater warfare systems, naval engines, EOIR, military radar, electronic warfare systems, artillery, military UAV, and INS GNSS.
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Which are the leading companies in the Netherlands defense market?
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