GEO Satellite Market Report 2026

The geo satellite market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $17.98 billion in 2025 to $18.7 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing reliance on GEO satellites for broadcasting and telecommunications services, early adoption of satellite-based weather monitoring and forecasting capabilities, increased deployment of large GEO satellite payloads to expand coverage and signal capacity, rising demand for national security and defense applications utilizing GEO platforms, technological advancements in satellite hardware improving operational lifespan and performance.

The geo satellite market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $21.84 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing demand for high-bandwidth GEO satellites to support expanding internet connectivity services, increasing investment in next-generation payloads to enhance communication efficiency, rising adoption of GEO satellites for climate monitoring and advanced earth observation applications, expansion of satellite-based services driven by digital transformation across industries, continued development of more energy-efficient and cost-effective geo satellite designs to improve market competitiveness. Major trends in the forecast period include advancements in high-throughput geo satellites, miniaturization of satellite payloads and components, enhanced satellite communication bandwidth and coverage, integration of geo satellites with leo and meo constellations, improved propulsion and station-keeping technologies.

The growing demand for telecommunications services is expected to drive the growth of the GEO satellite market going forward. Telecommunications services involve the delivery of communication offerings such as voice, data, and multimedia transmission over long distances through electronic systems. The rising demand for these services is fueled by the increasing need for connectivity, digitalization, and innovation in a rapidly evolving global economy. GEO satellite networks enhance the redundancy and resilience of terrestrial telecommunications infrastructure, helping to minimize the effects of natural disasters, network disruptions, or cyberattacks. For example, in August 2025, according to Uswitch Ltd., a UK-based price comparison and switching platform, the UK recorded 84.3 million active mobile subscriptions at the end of 2023, reflecting an increase of more than 3% from 2022. Therefore, the growing demand for telecommunications services is supporting the expansion of the GEO satellite market.

Key players in the GEO satellite market are strategically focusing on developing new technologies to meet the growing demands of various sectors. One such example is the INSAT-3DS meteorological satellite, designed to monitor the earth's surface and improve meteorological services across sectors such as agriculture, aviation, and disaster management by providing more accurate and timely data for weather predictions and emergency response efforts. For instance, in February 2024, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched the INSAT-3D meteorological satellite. Equipped with various sensors and instruments, these satellites capture crucial data such as temperature, humidity, wind speed, cloud cover, precipitation, and atmospheric composition. Placed in geostationary orbit (GEO), meteorological satellites ensure continuous monitoring of weather patterns and atmospheric conditions, offering valuable insights for weather forecasting and climate research on a global scale.

In May 2023, Viasat Inc., a US-based global communication company, completed the acquisition of Inmarsat Global Ltd. for an undisclosed sum. This strategic move aims to enhance Viasat Inc.'s scale and scope in the satellite communications industry, driving growth in the global satellite connectivity sector and fostering innovation to meet the increasing demands for speed, flexibility, reliability, coverage, and security in global satellite connectivity. Inmarsat Global Ltd., a UK-based company, specializes in manufacturing GEO satellites, thereby complementing Viasat Inc.'s portfolio and strengthening its position in the satellite communications market.

Major companies operating in the geo satellite market are Lockheed Martin Corporation, Airbus Defense and Space Company, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Boeing Company, Thales Group, Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp, Singtel Optus Pty Limited, Thaicom Public Company Limited, Intelsat S.A, SES S.A, EchoStar Corporation, Inmarsat plc, Eutelsat Communications S.A, OHB System AG, Telesat Corp, Al Yah Satellite Communications Company, Asia Broadcast Satellite Pvt. Ltd, Avanti Communications Group plc, Russian Satellite Communications Company, China Satellite Communications Co. Ltd, AeroAstro Inc, JSC Information Satellite Systems Reshetnev, Loral LLC, APT Satellite Holdings Limited.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the GEO satellite market in 2025. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the geo satellite market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have influenced the GEO satellite market by raising costs of imported satellite components such as propulsion systems, high-precision sensors, and communication payloads, causing supply chain disruptions and delayed launches. The most affected segments include high-mass satellites and advanced communication payloads, particularly in regions such as Asia-Pacific and Europe that rely on international manufacturing. On the positive side, tariffs have stimulated domestic production and local R&D initiatives, encouraging innovation in cost-efficient satellite technologies and reducing dependency on imports over the long term.

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A GEO (Geostationary Orbit) satellite is a satellite that orbits the Earth at an altitude where its orbital period matches the Earth's rotational period. These satellites move in sync with the Earth's rotation, appearing stationary from the perspective of an observer on the ground. GEO satellites play a vital role in various applications, including communication, navigation, weather forecasting, earth observation, and national security efforts.

The main types of propulsion technology for GEO satellites are electric, gas-based, and liquid fuel. Gas-based propulsion involves fuels derived from gases, either naturally occurring or manufactured through chemical processes. GEO satellites come in various mass categories, including 10-100kg, 100-500kg, 500-1000kg, and above 1000kg. They find applications in communication, earth observation, navigation, and space exploration, serving various end-users such as commercial, military, government, and others.

The countries covered in the geo satellite market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The GEO satellite market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as broadcasting services, internet connectivity, weather monitoring, and forecasting. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The satellite market also includes sales of satellite hardware, satellite payloads, and satellite-based services. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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.

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