Satellite Operation Service Market Report 2026

The satellite operation service market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $38.11 billion in 2025 to $42.27 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing satellite launches for communication and observation, adoption of centralized ground control operations, demand for payload management services, implementation of preventive maintenance strategies, reliance on telemetry and tracking for operational efficiency.

The satellite operation service market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $63.3 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growth in commercial satellite operations outsourcing, development of ai-driven health monitoring, expansion of orbital control and collision avoidance services, rising need for multi-mission operation management, integration with autonomous satellite fleet management platforms. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for satellite health monitoring and maintenance services, growth in payload management and orbital adjustment services, expansion of mission control and space traffic management solutions, rising adoption of remote sensing for environmental and resource monitoring, demand for integrated satellite operation services for commercial and defense sectors.

The growing dependence on satellite communications is expected to drive the expansion of the satellite operation service market in the future. Satellite communications involve transmitting data, voice, and video signals between multiple locations using satellites orbiting the Earth as relay points. This increased reliance stems from the rising need for dependable high-speed connectivity in remote and underserved regions where terrestrial networks are limited or unavailable. Satellite operation services facilitate satellite communications by continuously monitoring, controlling, and optimizing satellite performance to maintain stable signal quality and uninterrupted connectivity for users. For example, in January 2025, China Space Monitor, a space newsletter based in China, reported that China launched 105 communications satellites in 2024, a significant increase from 26 in 2023. Thus, the expanding dependence on satellite communications is boosting the satellite operation service market.

Leading companies in the satellite operation service market are concentrating on developing advanced technologies, such as low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellations, to provide faster, low-latency, and broader global connectivity. LEO satellite constellations consist of numerous satellites positioned between roughly 500 and 2,000 kilometers above Earth, working together to deliver rapid, low-latency, and widespread communication. For instance, in April 2025, Amazon.com Inc., a US-based technology firm, launched its first 27 operational Kuiper satellites. These satellites offer high-speed, low-latency broadband connectivity by utilizing a constellation model. They improve internet coverage worldwide, especially in remote and underserved areas, and support a wide range of applications from consumer internet access to enterprise communication solutions. The constellation enhances reliability and resilience through multiple redundant communication pathways.

In July 2025, SES S.A., a Luxembourg-based provider of satellite communications and multi-orbit connectivity services, acquired Intelsat for $3.1 billion. This acquisition was intended to create a more robust multi-orbit operator with enhanced global coverage, improved resiliency, and expanded capabilities in high-growth segments to compete more effectively. Intelsat, based in the US, is a provider of satellite-based telecommunications, offering transmission capacity across geostationary and medium-earth orbits for voice, data, internet, and broadcast services.

Major companies operating in the satellite operation service market are Amazon.com Inc, The Boeing Company, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Space Exploration Technologies Corp., Singapore Technologies Engineering Ltd., SES S.A., Viasat Inc., Eutelsat Communications S.A., Iridium Communications Inc., Comtech Telecommunications Corp., Globalstar Inc., Astranis Space Technologies Corp., Muon Space Inc., Nelco Ltd., Rivada Space Networks LLC, Alba Orbital Ltd., RBC Signals Inc., AST SpaceMobile Inc.

North America was the largest region in the satellite operation service market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the satellite operation service 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 impacted the satellite operation service market by increasing the cost of imported ground station equipment, satellite components, and maintenance tools, particularly affecting regions like North America and Asia-Pacific where manufacturing and service hubs are concentrated. Mobile satellite services and space flight management services are most affected due to dependency on imported hardware. Positively, tariffs are encouraging local production, innovation in satellite operation technologies, and strategic diversification of service providers to reduce import reliance and optimize operational costs.

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Satellite operation service involves managing and controlling artificial satellites once they are launched into orbit. This includes monitoring the satellite’s condition, adjusting its orbit, and ensuring the payloads function correctly. Ground stations communicate with satellites to carry out telemetry, tracking, and command tasks. The primary objective of this service is to optimize satellite performance and extend its operational lifespan while fulfilling mission goals.

The main categories of satellite operation services include consumer services, fixed satellite services, mobile satellite services, remote sensing, space flight management services, and others. Consumer services provide end-user applications such as broadband internet, TV broadcasting, mobile communications, and other connectivity solutions directly to individuals and households. These services are utilized across various sectors such as media and entertainment, government, aviation, defense, aerospace, retail, and enterprise. Key users include telecommunications, earth observation, navigation, scientific research, and more.

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

The satellite operation service market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as satellite monitoring, orbital control, system maintenance, payload management, and troubleshooting. 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.

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