Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Terminals Market Global Report 2026

The mobile user objective system (MUOS) satellite communications (SATCOM) terminals market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.58 billion in 2025 to $1.72 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in military modernization programs, increasing demand for secure tactical communications, rising deployment of expeditionary military operations, expansion of network-centric warfare strategies, growing investments in satellite communication infrastructure.

The mobile user objective system (MUOS) satellite communications (SATCOM) terminals market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.37 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of multi-domain military operations, rising investments in next-generation defense communication networks, growing deployment of autonomous defense platforms requiring connectivity, expansion of secure battlefield data exchange requirements, increasing focus on resilient and anti-jam communication systems. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing deployment of secure beyond-line-of-sight communication capabilities, growing demand for portable and lightweight tactical SATCOM terminals, rising integration of multi-platform communication interoperability solutions, expanding adoption of real-time battlefield communication systems, increasing focus on resilient communication capabilities in contested environments.

The rising defense modernization is expected to propel the growth of the mobile user objective system (MUOS) satellite communications (SATCOM) terminals market going forward. Defense modernization refers to the systematic upgrading of a nation's military capabilities through the acquisition of advanced technologies, weapons systems, and communication infrastructure to enhance operational readiness and strategic effectiveness. Rising defense modernization due to escalating geopolitical tensions, including the Russia-Ukraine war and growing Indo-Pacific rivalries, is accelerating investments in next-generation military and advanced defense technologies globally. The surge in defense modernization directly fuels demand for advanced MUOS SATCOM terminals, as militaries require secure, high-capacity, and mobile satellite communications to support modernized forces operating across diverse and contested environments. For instance, in March 2023, according to the Offices of the Under Secretaries of Defense (OUSD), a US-based Department of Defense authority, the fiscal year 2024 cybersecurity and acquisition (CA) budget of $13.5 billion is set to further advance the roadmap established under the Digital Modernization Strategy (DMS) and the Department of Defense Cyber Strategy. Therefore, rising defense modernization is driving the growth of the mobile user objective system (MUOS) satellite communications (SATCOM) terminals market.

The increase in geopolitical tensions is expected to propel the growth of the mobile user objective system (MUOS) satellite communications (SATCOM) terminals market going forward. Geopolitical tensions refer to the political conflicts, rivalries, and instabilities between nations or regions that threaten international peace and security. The growing prevalence of geopolitical tensions is largely driven by escalating military conflicts and territorial disputes, such as the Russia-Ukraine war and regional instabilities in the Middle East, which have compelled nations to reassess and significantly expand their defense capabilities. The rising geopolitical tensions boost demand for MUOS SATCOM terminals as armed forces require secure, resilient, and real-time satellite communication systems to maintain operational effectiveness and command coordination across conflict zones. For instance, in July 2024, according to the Armed Conflict Location and Event Data (ACLED), a US-based non-profit organization, between July 2023 and June 2024, over 165,273 incidents of political violence were reported worldwide, representing a 15% increase from the previous year. During this period, it is estimated that approximately one in seven people around the world were affected by conflict. Therefore, the increase in geopolitical tensions is driving the growth of the mobile user objective system (MUOS) satellite communications (SATCOM) terminals market.

Major companies operating in the mobile user objective system (MUOS) satellite communications (SATCOM) terminals market are focusing on developing advanced solutions, such as low-earth-orbit (LEO)-based MUOS extenders, to enhance communication resilience, expand coverage in remote regions, and ensure uninterrupted connectivity for defense operations. A LEO-based MUOS extender refers to a compact satellite communication solution that extends MUOS network coverage by providing reliable connectivity in hard-to-reach or obstructed environments where traditional geostationary satellite links may be unavailable. For instance, in February 2026, W5 Technologies, a US-based defense communications technology company, unveiled Mighty MUOSe, a lightweight and energy-efficient MUOS extender designed to deliver persistent and reliable coverage from low Earth orbit. The solution enables warfighters to maintain secure communications in challenging environments such as polar regions and mountainous terrain, while supporting 5G-ready integration capabilities for advanced military communication networks.

Major companies operating in the mobile user objective system (muos) satellite communications (satcom) terminals market are The Boeing Company; RTX Corporation; Lockheed Martin Corporation; Airbus Defence and Space GmbH; Northrop Grumman Corporation; BAE Systems plc; Thales S.A.; L3Harris Technologies Inc.; Leonardo S.p.A.; CACI International Inc; Viasat Inc.; Ultra Intelligence & Communications.

North America was the largest region in the mobile user objective system (MUOS) satellite communications (SATCOM) terminals market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the mobile user objective system (MOUS) satellite communications (SATCOM) terminals market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the mobile user objective system (MOUS) satellite communications (SATCOM) terminals market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The mobile user objective system (MUOS) satellite communications (SATCOM) terminals market consists of sales of satellite communication terminals, portable SATCOM devices, vehicular communication terminals, secure communication hardware, antenna systems, and MUOS-compatible networking equipment. 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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