A new research report from the analysts at Memoori offers an in-depth study providing a detailed market analysis of video surveillance, with a specific focus on revenues generated by cameras, video storage, software & analytics. The report finds that total global revenues for video surveillance equipment and software at factory gate prices reached $33.8 billion in 2024, with projections of $35.5 billion in 2025 and growth to $47.9 billion by 2030.
These figures represent a compound annual growth rate of nearly 6%, reflecting the sector’s transition from reactive security deployments to strategic, intelligence-driven infrastructure investments.
According to the report, the video surveillance industry is undergoing a significant transformation. What was once primarily a reactive security tool, cameras recording footage for post-incident review, is evolving into a proactive intelligence infrastructure. This latest research shows a market that is increasingly defined by software capabilities, with analytics and cloud services growing at more than twice the rate of traditional equipment sales.
The market analysis encompasses 4 core segments: video camera hardware, software and analytics, video storage, and supporting hardware infrastructure. This breakdown reveals an industry increasingly defined by software capabilities and recurring revenue models, with analytics and cloud services growing at more than twice the rate of traditional equipment sales.
AI-enabled cameras capable of edge processing are projected to account for a significant percentage of global camera shipments in 2025. These systems deliver capabilities ranging from object detection and license plate recognition to behaviour analysis and privacy-preserving redaction, fundamentally transforming video surveillance from passive recording to active operational intelligence.
Drones are emerging as a significant expansion vector for video surveillance capabilities. Drones extend surveillance coverage to areas impractical for fixed cameras, provide rapid-deploy capability for incident response, and enable persistent wide-area monitoring for critical infrastructure, large campuses, and border security applications. The integration of drones with ground-based systems and real-time crime centres represents a fundamental expansion of surveillance architecture from static observation points to dynamic, mobile sensor networks.
Geopolitical tensions between China and the West have bifurcated the market,according to Memoori’s research, with Chinese vendors facing US procurement bans, FCC equipment authorisation restrictions, and expanding export controls. These restrictions have created sustained opportunities for NDAA-compliant alternatives that position regulatory alignment and cyber security transparency as core brand values.
Between September 2023 and August 2025, 24 M&A transactions were observed. Investment activity totaled $3.8 billion across 38 deals during the same time period. Key trends include platform consolidation integrating hardware, software, and cloud services; private equity actively reshaping market structure; strategic focus shifting from hardware toward software and recurring revenue; and AI integration driving acquisitions of computer vision and privacy-preserving startup firms.
In surveillance the mobile video surveillance market is similarly projected to grow… from USD 2.78 billion in 2025 to USD 4.00 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 7.5%. The new report from Marketsandmarkets finds this industry is driven by a growing demand in various sectors, accompanied by increasing security concerns.
Security threats have become increasingly diverse and sophisticated, encompassing a range of activities, from traditional criminal activities to terrorism and cyber threats, across multiple sectors. This diversification necessitates advanced surveillance solutions that can adapt to evolving risks. Mobile video surveillance plays a crucial role in deterring potential security incidents.
The visible presence of surveillance cameras serves as a deterrent to criminal activities, reducing the likelihood of unauthorised actions and enhancing overall public safety. Mobile video surveillance enables quick response to security incidents by providing real-time monitoring capabilities. This is critical when immediate intervention is required, such as during accidents, suspicious activities, or emergencies.
The adoption of mobile video surveillance enhances situational awareness for security personnel. By collecting a real-time visual feed of the surroundings, security teams can assess situations more accurately and promptly make informed decisions to address potential threats.
The increasing frequency of security threats in public spaces and events, such as concerts, sports venues, and crowded areas, underscores the need for mobile video surveillance. Mobile video surveillance solutions help maintain public order, detect potential threats, and ensure a rapid response to any security incidents.
Based on the vertical, the logistics & transportation segment is expected to record the highest CAGR in the mobile video surveillance market during the forecast period. This is driven by the increasing security concerns, stringent regulatory mandates, and the immense value derived from operational efficiency tools.
Specifically, the rising threat of cargo theft, vandalism, and liability claims in public transit and large commercial fleets necessitates high-resolution video evidence and real-time monitoring. Governments are increasingly mandating onboard camera systems for safety compliance in school buses and commercial vehicles. Integrating IP-based surveillance with AI-powered video telematics allows fleet managers to monitor and coach driver behaviour, optimise routes, reduce fraudulent insurance claims, and quickly resolve incidents, turning security expenditure into a powerful tool for cost reduction and operational intelligence.
By application, the public transit segment is expected to hold the largest market share in 2025 due to its critical and legally mandated focus on passenger safety and security in high-volume public spaces. Transit authorities face the constant threat of crime, vandalism, and terrorism, making onboard and station surveillance essential for deterrence and immediate incident response.
Furthermore, video systems are crucial for operational efficiency by providing irrefutable evidence for liability and insurance claims, monitoring driver behaviour to enforce safety regulations, and offering real-time situational awareness for dispatchers to manage emergencies and optimise fleet operations, which are increasingly required by government and regulatory bodies.
Some of the most prominent players in the global mobile video surveillance market, according to the research, include Hikvision, Dahua, Bosch, Motorola, Axis Communications, Hanwha Vision, Vivotek, Teledyne Flir, CP Plus, Iris, Soliton, Genetec, Pro-Vigil, Rosco, Mobotix, Strops, Wireless CCTV, DTI, Ivideon, Apollo Video, March Networks, Idis, Verkada, and Uniview.
