Satellite Communication Global Market Report 2024

The satellite communication market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $58.13 billion in 2023 to $63.42 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1%. The expansion observed during the historical period can be attributed to the growth of emerging markets, increasing investments in satellites, and the launch of advanced low Earth orbit satellites.

The satellite communication market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $92.28 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.8%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing investments in low Earth orbit satellites, robust government support, a growing demand for telecommunication, increased investments in the space sector, and a rising number of satellite launches. Key trends expected during the forecast period include product innovations, technological advancements, a focus on investing in Very High Throughput Satellites (VHTS), the utilization of artificial intelligence in radio frequencies (RF), and a focus on strategic partnerships and collaborations within the satellite communications industry.

The satellite communication market is poised for significant growth in the forecast period, driven by the increasing adoption of low-earth orbit (LEO) satellites across various sectors. LEO satellites are anticipated to revolutionize internet and digital communication technologies. A notable example is the US Space Force's Commercial Satellite Communications Office (CSCO), which announced plans to allocate approximately $2.3 billion in commercial satcom contracts over the next two years. CSCO, responsible for procuring commercial satcom capacity and services for the US armed forces and allies, is set to invest significantly in low earth orbit satellite broadband services, with the largest opportunity being an $875 million multiple-award deal over a 10-year period.

Government support plays a crucial role in propelling the growth of the satellite communication market. Robust government investments contribute to research and development, fostering new technology developments and projects. In 2022, the UK science minister unveiled a £15 million ($18.15 million) fund to support UK businesses in advancing satellite communications technology. Additionally, NewSpace India Ltd (NSIL), the commercial space entity of the Indian government, plans to invest INR 100,000 million ($1.2 billion) over the next five years to own and operate satellites and rockets. NSIL is actively engaging with the country's space agency to acquire a fleet of remote sensing and communication satellites, demonstrating the substantial impact of government initiatives on market growth.

The satellite communications market is witnessing a surge in popularity of product innovations as a significant trend. Major players in the industry are actively introducing cutting-edge products to bolster their market presence. For example, in January 2023, China successfully launched the APSTAR-6E, a telecommunications satellite, utilizing a Long March-2C carrier rocket from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center. This satellite is designed to provide high-throughput communication services across Southeast Asia.

Companies in the satellite communication sector are dedicated to developing and implementing new technologies that can revolutionize communication and enhance their global reach. Satellites have evolved into indispensable components of advanced technology. In August 2022, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), a US-based research and development agency within the US Department of Defense, unveiled the Space-Based Adaptive Communications Node program (Space-BACN). This initiative aims to create a low-cost, reconfigurable optical communications terminal capable of communicating across various satellite constellations and adhering to prevalent optical inter-satellite link standards.

In November 2021, Viasat Inc., a US-based communications company, completed the acquisition of Inmarsat for $7.3 billion. This acquisition is part of Viasat Inc.'s strategy to enhance its product portfolio, encompassing fixed and mobile satellite communication services, including broadband, narrowband services, and IoT services. Inmarsat, the acquired company, is a UK-based satellite communications firm.

Major companies operating in the satellite communication market report are Thales Group, Honeywell International Inc., L3Harris Technologies, Inc., Viasat, Inc., Cobham Limited, Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd., Baylin Technologies, Al Yah Satellite Communication Company PJSC, KVH Industries, Inc., Iridium Communications Inc., Jio Satellite Communications Ltd., One Space Tech, Land Space Technology Corporation Ltd., Laser Fleet, Hughes Communications India Ltd., China Satellite Communications Co Ltd., AAC Clyde Space, Alba Orbital, Apogeo Space, Argotec, Exobotics, Exodus Orbitals, Cessna, Telespazio SpA, Lockheed Martin Corporation, Raytheon, JSC Information Satellite Systems Reshetnev, Russian Satellite Communications Company, Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd., GomSpace Group AB, EnduroSat, Sputnix, Telesat, Intelsat, General Dynamics, EchoStar, Spire, TerreStar Solutions Inc., Ciel Satellite Group, Andesat.

North America was the largest region in the satellite communication market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the satellite communication market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the satellite communication market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The main components of satellite communication include the transponder, transceiver, antenna, receiver, and other related components. The transponder facilitates the transmission of signals between the transmitter and the receiver. Satellite communication employs various technologies such as SATCOM Automatic Identification System, SATCOM Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT), SATCOM On-The-Move (SOTM), SATCOM On-The-Pause (SOTP), and SATCOM Telemetry. These technologies are utilized for asset tracking and monitoring, airtime, data backup and recovery, navigation and monitoring, broadcasting, and various other applications. Satellite communication finds applications in government and military sectors, civil satellite communications, commercial applications, and other fields.

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The satellite communications market includes revenues earned by entities by providing systems for transferring data between locations by employing a communication satellite circling the Earth. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.