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SIPRI Top 100 Arms-Producing and Military Services Companies, 2016 Summary

Core Content

The SIPRI Top 100 list of the world's largest arms-producing and military services companies, excluding China, reported arms sales of $374.8 billion in 2016, marking a 1.9% increase from 2015 and the first year of growth in arms sales after five years of decline. This represents a 38% increase compared to 2002, the first year SIPRI began reporting corporate arms sales. The growth was driven by new national weapon programs, ongoing military operations, and regional tensions.

Main Points

• United States:

  • 38 companies ranked in the Top 100, accounting for 57.9% of total arms sales.
  • US-based arms sales increased by 4.0% to $217.2 billion in 2016.
  • The top 10 companies in the Top 100 were all based in the US or Western Europe, with combined sales of $194.8 billion or 52.0% of the total.
  • The same 12 companies occupied the top 10 ranks over the past 15 years.
  • Military services companies saw significant growth, partly due to acquisitions and new contracts. For example, KBR increased sales by 100.8%, and DynCorp by 27.7%.

• Western Europe:

  • 25 companies ranked in the Top 100, contributing 82.4% to total arms sales.
  • Combined arms sales remained stable at $91.6 billion, with a 0.2% increase compared to 2015.
  • The top 10 companies were all based in the US and Western Europe, and the top 10 sales share remained consistent with the previous year.
  • British companies contributed $36.1 billion or 9.6% of total arms sales, with BAE Systems (UK) and Rolls-Royce (UK) showing growth.
  • French companies contributed $18.6 billion or 5.0% of total arms sales, with GKN (UK) showing the highest growth at 43.2%.
  • Italian companies contributed $10.1 billion or 2.7% of total arms sales, with Fincantieri (Italy) showing an increase of 7.1%.
  • German companies contributed $6.0 billion or 1.6% of total arms sales, with Krauss-Maffei Wegmann and Rheinmetall showing growth, while ThyssenKrupp saw a decrease.

• Russia:

  • 10 companies ranked in the Top 100, contributing $26.6 billion or 7.1% of total arms sales, a 3.8% increase from 2015.
  • The rate of growth has slowed compared to the previous year, possibly due to financial constraints from falling oil and gas prices, EU and US sanctions, and exchange rate fluctuations.
  • United Aircraft Corporation (Russia) was the largest Russian arms producer, with arms sales of $5.2 billion, a 15.6% increase.
  • United Shipbuilding Corporation (Russia) saw a 11.5% decrease in arms sales.

• Other Established Producers:

  • Companies from Australia, Israel, Japan, Poland, Singapore, and Ukraine contributed $20.9 billion or 5.6% of total arms sales, a 1.2% decrease from 2015.

• Emerging Producers:

  • Companies from Brazil, India, South Korea, and Turkey contributed $17.8 billion or 4.8% of total arms sales, a 12.3% increase from 2015.
  • South Korean companies showed the highest growth, with 7 companies in the Top 100 and a 20.6% increase in arms sales to $8.4 billion.

Key Information

• Company Rankings: The Top 100 companies are ranked based on arms sales, and the list includes a mix of subsidiaries and parent companies.
• Data Limitations: Chinese arms-producing companies are not included due to a lack of comparable and accurate data.
• Subsidiaries and Parent Companies: Where applicable, the parent company is listed in parentheses.
• Economic and Political Factors: The UK's decision to leave the EU and financial challenges in Russia influenced the arms sales of companies in these regions.
• Growth Drivers: Increased military spending, ongoing conflicts, and regional tensions are key factors driving arms sales.
• Regional Trends: Western European companies continued to dominate, but emerging producers like South Korea showed significant growth.

Figures and Trends

• Total Arms Sales: $374.8 billion in 2016.
• Top 10 Companies: Combined arms sales of $194.8 billion or 52.0% of total sales.
• Top 100 Share by Country:
  • United States: 57.9%
  • Western Europe: 82.4%
  • Russia: 7.1%
  • Other Established Producers: 5.6%
  • Emerging Producers: 4.8%
• Growth in Top 100:
  • US-based companies: 4.0%
  • Russian companies: 3.8%
  • South Korean companies: 20.6%
  • Emerging producers: 12.3%
  • GKN (UK): 43.2%
  • Fincantieri (Italy): 7.1%
  • Krauss-Maffei Wegmann (Germany): 12.8%
  • Rheinmetall (Germany): 13.3%

Conclusion

The SIPRI Top 100 arms-producing and military services companies saw a notable increase in arms sales in 2016, with the US and Western Europe continuing to dominate. The growth in arms sales was influenced by various factors, including military spending and geopolitical tensions. Emerging producers, particularly in South Korea, showed strong growth, while Russia's arms sales growth slowed due to economic challenges. The data highlights the dynamic nature of the global arms industry and the significant role played by major players in shaping its trends.