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저궤도(LEO) 위성 시장 : 용도별, 제품별, 지역별 분석 및 예측(2025-2035년)

Low Earth Orbit Satellite Market - A Global and Regional Analysis: Focus on Application, Product, and Regional Analysis - Analysis and Forecast, 2025-2035

발행일: | 리서치사: BIS Research | 페이지 정보: 영문 | 배송안내 : 1-5일 (영업일 기준)

    
    
    




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저궤도(LEO) 위성 시장 규모는 2024년 112억 2,180만 달러로 평가되었고, 2035년까지 2억 5,400만 달러에 이를 것으로 예측됩니다.

LEO 위성 시장은 주로 지상 네트워크만으로는 경제적으로 제공할 수 없는 저지연 및 높은 처리량의 세계 연결에 대한 수요의 가속에 의해 견인되어 왔습니다. 기존의 정지 궤도 시스템에서는 약 600ms의 지연이 발생하지만 LEO 네트워크는 일반적으로 40-50ms 미만에서 작동하므로 클라우드 컴퓨팅, 실시간 협업 및 지연에 민감한 용도에 유용합니다. 두 번째 주요 촉진요인은 발사 비용 및 제조 비용의 급격한 감소입니다. 지난 20년간 LEO에 대한 Kg당 발사 비용은 약 85-95% 저하했고, 소형 위성은 현재 연간 위성 발사의 70% 이상을 차지하고 있으며, 컨스텔레이션 규모의 경제성을 가능하게 하고 있습니다. 게다가 IoT, 자율 시스템, 정밀 농업, 지구 관측 등 데이터 집약형 산업의 급속한 확대에 따라, 고빈도의 재방율 및 지속적인 커버리지가 요구되고 있으며, 이들은 LEO 콘스텔레이션이 독자적으로 제공할 수 있는 특성입니다. 정부 및 방위 분야 수요도 시장을 더욱 가속화하고 있습니다. 분산형 LEO 아키텍처는 단일 고가치 위성에 비해 보다 우수한 내결함성과 중복성을 제공하기 때문입니다. 이러한 촉진요인은 시너지 효과를 발휘하고, 저비용화에 의해 대규모 컨스텔레이션이 가능해지며, 대규모 컨스텔레이션은 성능 및 커버리지를 향상시키고, 성능 향상은 새로운 상업적 및 기관적 이용 사례를 개척해, 장기적인 시장 성장을 지속시킵니다.

용도별로 통신 분야가 시장 견인

이는 컨스텔레이션 규모, 정기 구독 수익, 대중 시장 수요 등 세 가지 요소를 동시에 확장할 수 있는 유일한 용도이기 때문입니다. 첫째, 현재 전개되고 있는 가장 큰 LEO 위성군은 주로 광대역 및 직접 접속을 목적으로 구축되어 있으며, 메가 컨스텔레이션의 분석에서도 광대역 접속이 LEO의 용량과 자본이 집중되는 분야의 유력한 지표인 것으로 나타났습니다.

최종 사용자별로 상업 사용자가 시장 주도

상업용 최종 사용자는 광대역, 이동성, 기업 연결 등 이용 사례에서 연결되는 사용자 단말기, 항공기, 선박, 원격 사이트가 늘어날 때마다 확대되는 가장 재현성 있는 수요와 지속적인 수익을 창출하기 위해 시장을 독점할 것으로 예측됩니다. 그것의 명확한 징후는 LEO 광대역 플랫폼의 실용적인 확장을 포함합니다. 2025년 말 보고에 따르면 Starlink는 150개 이상 시장에서 약 800만 명의 사용자에게 서비스를 제공하고 있으며, 업스트림 공급업체(ST STMicroelectronics 등)는 수십억 단위의 부품 수요가 상업용 단말기 수요 증가와 연동하고 있음을 공표하고 있습니다. 이것은 대규모 확장을 계속하는 상업 기반이 위성 생산, 발사, 지상 게이트웨이, 단말 등의 에코시스템 전체를 소비자 및 기업용 접속의 대규모화로 견인하고 있는 증거입니다.

위성 유형별로 중형 위성이 시장 견인

중형 위성(500-1,000kg)은 균형 잡힌 성능 및 비용 효율성 때문에 시장에서 점점 더 중요한 역할을 합니다. 이 위성은 소형 위성에 비해 더 큰 페이로드 용량과 고급 기능을 제공하므로 통신, 지구관측, 과학 연구 등 다양한 용도에 적합합니다. 고해상도 영상 촬영 및 신뢰성 높은 통신 등 고급 위성 서비스에 대한 수요가 높아짐에 따라 중형 위성의 채용을 촉진하고 있습니다. 또한 발사 비용을 줄이고 여러 임무에 대응할 수 있는 능력이 이 부문의 성장을 가속화하고 있습니다. 중형 위성은 소형 위성 및 대형 위성 사이의 격차를 메우면서 다양한 산업을 위한 복잡하고 확장 가능한 솔루션을 제공하고 LEO 위성 시장 확대에 기여하고 있습니다.

북미는 가장 강력한 상업 규모, 발사 빈도, 제도적 수요를 한 지역에 결합하여 시장을 선도할 것으로 널리 예상되고 있습니다. 미국은 생태계의 성장 엔진, 메가 컨스텔레이션 사업자 및 그 공급망을 많이 보유하고 자금을 제공합니다. 한편, 세계 동향은 SpaceX(미국)와 같은 주요 기업(OneWeb도 다른 선두 사업자)이 주도하는 위성 광대역 컨스텔레이션과 보다 광범위한 LEO 광대역 전개의 급증에 의해 형성되고 있습니다.

본 보고서에서는 세계의 저궤도(LEO) 위성 시장을 조사했으며, 주요 동향, 시장 영향요인 분석, 법규제 환경, 시장 규모 추이 및 예측, 각종 구분, 지역 및 주요 국가별 상세 분석, 경쟁 구도, 주요 기업 프로파일 등을 정리했습니다.

목차

주요 요약

범위 및 정의

제1장 시장 : 업계 전망

  • 동향 : 현상과 장래에 대한 영향 평가
    • 지구 규모 통신 서비스 확대를 향한 저궤도 위성군의 대규모 전개
    • 위성의 소형화 및 시장에 대한 영향
    • 온보드 컴퓨팅 및 엣지 AI의 통합과 시장에 미치는 영향
    • 5G 및 비지상 네트워크의 표준화와 통신 사업자와의 제휴에 의한 디바이스 직결형 서비스와 통합 서비스, 시장에 대한 영향
    • 우주의 지속가능성 및 파편 경감이 중요한 우선사항으로
    • 전기 추진 시스템의 혁신
    • 우주 화상의 품질 향상에 공헌하는 저궤도 위성 활용 확대
    • 에너지 저장 시스템의 진보
    • 스펙트럼 거래 및 전략적인 스펙트럼 이동
  • 공급망 개요
    • 밸류체인 분석
  • 연구개발 리뷰
    • 특허출원 동향(국가별 및 기업별)
  • 규제 상황
    • ITU, 각국 규제 당국, 궤도 신청의 틀
    • 3GPP NTN 및 관련 통신 규격
  • 사례 연구
    • 우크라이나 전시중의 통신망
    • 미국 플로리다주에서의 재해 대응
    • 북극권 커뮤니티용 농촌 광대역
  • 시장 역학 개요
    • 시장 성장 촉진요인
    • 시장 과제
    • 시장 기회

제2장 LEO 기반 통신 네트워크(B5G/NTN) 분석

  • LEO 기반 통신 네트워크 개요
    • Beyond-5G/5G-Advanced 및 NTN 아키텍처에서 LEO 위성의 역할
    • 서비스 모델 : 광대역, 디바이스에 직접 연결, IoT, 백홀, 엔터프라이즈 연결
  • LEO 통신 컨스텔레이션을 위한 위성 아키텍처 및 기술
    • 플랫폼 및 궤도 전략(버스, 전력, 추진력, 궤도 선택)-개요
    • 통신 페이로드 기능(빔포밍, 처리량, 유연성)
    • LEO 통신의 주파수 대역(L, S, C, Ku, Ka, V, 그 이후)
    • 안테나 시스템(온보드, 위상 배열, 사용자 터미널 인터페이스)
    • 통신 칩 및 반도체
    • 공급망 및 제조
    • LEO 네트워크용 온보드 컴퓨팅 및 엣지 AI
  • 네트워크 및 NTN의 통합 측면
    • 3GPP NTN 준거 및 5G/5G 어드밴스드 코어와의 통합
    • LEO 네트워크에서의 대기 시간, 처리량, QoS 고려 사항
    • 핸드 오버 및 이동성 관리(위성 간 및 위성 지상)
    • 지상 네트워크 및 하이브리드 아키텍처와의 상호 운용성
    • 직접 투 디바이스(D2D) 및 직접 투셀 기능
    • 트래픽 최적화 및 오프로드를 위한 엣지 및 온보드 처리
  • LEO 기반 통신 네트워크의 생태계 및 공급망
    • 부품 공급자
    • 프라임 계약자 및 별자리 운영자
    • 지상 부문(게이트웨이 스테이션, 사용자 단말기, 클라우드 및 엣지 통합)
    • 발사 및 궤도상 운용 서비스 제공업체
  • LEO 기반 통신 네트워크에 관한 규제 및 정책 전망
  • 프로그램의 개요 및 사례
    • 현재 LEO 통신 컨스텔레이션(예 : Starlink, OneWeb, 기타-개요)
    • 신흥 Direct-to-Device 및 NTN 프로그램
    • LEO 통신에서 지역 이니셔티브 및 관민 파트너십

제3장 용도별

  • 용도별 요약
  • 저궤도(LEO) 위성 시장 : 용도별
    • 통신
    • 지구 관측 및 원격 감지
    • 네비게이션 및 포지셔닝
    • 기타
  • 저궤도(LEO) 위성 시장 : 최종 사용자별
    • 상용
    • 정부 및 군

제4장 제품별

  • 제품별 요약
  • 저궤도(LEO) 위성 시장 : 위성 유형별
    • 소형 위성(500kg 미만)
    • 중형 위성(500-1,000kg)
    • 대형 위성(1,000kg 이상)

제5장 지역별

  • 지역별 요약
  • 세계의 저궤도(LEO) 위성 시장 : 지역별
  • 북미
    • 지역별 개요
    • 용도
    • 제품
    • 북미 : 국가별
  • 유럽
    • 지역별 개요
    • 용도
    • 제품
    • 유럽 : 국가별
  • 아시아태평양
    • 지역별 개요
    • 용도
    • 제품
    • 아시아태평양 : 국가별
  • 기타 지역
    • 지역별 개요
    • 용도
    • 제품
    • 기타 지역 : 지역별

제6장 시장 : 경쟁 벤치마킹 및 기업 프로파일

  • 주요 통신 칩 및 RF 부품 제조 기업
  • 기업 프로파일
    • Space Exploration Technologies Corp.(SpaceX)
    • Lockheed Martin Corporation
    • Northrop Grumman Corporation
    • Rocket Lab USA, Inc.
    • Airbus SE
    • Thales Alenia Space SAS
    • L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
    • China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation(CASC)
    • AAC Clyde Space AB
    • GomSpace Group AB
    • Nara Space Technology Inc.
    • Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd(SSTL)
    • 생태계의 기타 주요 기업 목록

제7장 조사 방법

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Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellite Market Overview

The low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite market was valued at $11,221,800 thousand in 2024 and is projected to reach $254,000 thousand by 2035. The LEO satellite market has been primarily driven by the accelerating demand for low-latency, high-throughput global connectivity that terrestrial networks alone cannot economically deliver. Traditional geostationary systems introduce a latency of ~600 milliseconds, whereas LEO networks typically operate below 40-50 milliseconds, making them viable for cloud computing, real-time collaboration, and latency-sensitive applications. A second major driver is the sharp decline in launch and manufacturing costs; launch costs per kilogram to LEO have fallen by roughly 85-95% over the past two decades, while small satellites now represent over 70% of annual satellite launches, enabling constellation-scale economics. Additionally, the rapid expansion of data-intensive industries, including IoT, autonomous systems, precision agriculture, and Earth observation, requires high revisit rates and persistent coverage that LEO constellations uniquely provide. Government and defense demand further accelerates the market, as distributed LEO architectures offer greater resilience and redundancy compared to single high-value satellites. Together, these drivers act like a reinforcing flywheel; lower costs enable larger constellations, larger constellations improve performance and coverage, and improved performance unlocks new commercial and institutional use cases, sustaining long-term market growth.

Introduction of LEO Satellite

The study conducted by BIS Research highlights that the low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite market represents one of the fastest-evolving segments of the global space economy. Operating at altitudes between 160 km and 2,000 km above Earth, LEO satellites enable high-speed data transmission, frequent Earth coverage, and low signal latency. These characteristics position LEO systems as critical infrastructure for modern digital services, ranging from broadband connectivity to real-time Earth observation. From a strategic standpoint, LEO innovation increasingly resembles a platform play; once orbital infrastructure is established, competitive advantage shifts to how efficiently data flows through the network and how seamlessly services integrate with terrestrial 5G/6G, cloud, and edge ecosystems.

Market Introduction

The low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite market has been emerging as a transformative segment of the global space and telecommunications industry, driven by the need for high-speed, low-latency, and globally accessible data services. Operating at altitudes between approximately 160 km and 2,000 km, LEO satellites enable faster signal transmission and higher revisit rates compared to traditional orbital systems, making them well-suited for applications such as broadband connectivity, Earth observation, and real-time data analytics. Industry momentum is supported by structural cost reductions, with launch costs per kilogram declining by nearly 90% over the past two decades and small satellites accounting for more than 70% of annual satellite deployments. Technological advancements, including software-defined payloads, laser inter-satellite links capable of exceeding 100 Gbps, and cloud-integrated ground infrastructure, are allowing LEO constellations to function like dense digital networks rather than isolated space assets. Much like an express transit system layered over existing roads, LEO satellite networks shorten the distance between data source and user, creating a scalable orbital infrastructure that is reshaping how connectivity and geospatial intelligence are delivered worldwide.

Industrial Impact

LEO satellites are already reshaping multiple industries because they turn space into high-frequency, low-latency infrastructure rather than occasional, "boutique" missions. The biggest industrial impact is in connectivity-dependent sectors; LEO broadband typically delivers tens of milliseconds of latency (Speedtest/Ookla reporting shows median Starlink latency often in the ~38-45 ms range across measured regions), which enables cloud apps, voice/video, and real-time coordination in places where fiber is impractical.

Market Segmentation

Segmentation 1: by Application

  • Communication
  • Earth Observation and Remote Sensing
  • Navigation and Positioning
  • Others

Communication to Dominate the Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellite Market (by Application)

In the low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite market, the communication segment is expected to dominate the market because it is the only application category that scales simultaneously on constellation size, recurring subscription revenue, and mass-market demand. First, the largest LEO deployments are being built primarily for broadband and direct connectivity, with mega-constellation analyses showing broadband connectivity as a strong proxy for where LEO capacity and capital are concentrated.

Segmentation 2: by End User

  • Commercial
  • Government and Military

Commercial to Dominate the Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellite Market (by End User)

Commercial end users are expected to dominate the low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite market because they generate the greatest repeatable demand and recurring revenue across broadband, mobility, and enterprise connectivity use cases that scale with every additional user terminal, aircraft, vessel, or remote site connected. A clear signal is the real-world expansion of LEO broadband platforms; reporting in late 2025 cites Starlink serving ~8 million users across 150+ markets, and upstream suppliers (like STMicroelectronics) publicly tie multi-billion component volumes to growing commercial terminal demand evidence of a large, expanding commercial base pulling the ecosystem (satellite production, launches, ground gateways, terminals) toward consumer and enterprise connectivity at scale.

Segmentation 3: by Satellite Type

  • Small Satellites (Less than 500 Kg)
  • Medium Satellites (500 to 1,000 Kg)
  • Large Satellites (Above 1,000 Kg)

Medium Satellites to Dominate the Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellite Market (by Satellite Type)

Medium satellites (500 to 1,000 kg) are playing an increasingly important role in the low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite market due to their balanced capabilities and cost-effectiveness. These satellites offer greater payload capacity and more advanced functionalities compared to small satellites, making them suitable for a wide range of applications, including communication, Earth observation, and scientific research. The growing demand for enhanced satellite services, such as high-resolution imaging and reliable communication, is driving the adoption of medium satellites. Additionally, the reduction in launch costs and the ability to support multiple missions are accelerating the growth of this segment. Medium satellites are contributing to the expansion of the LEO satellite market by bridging the gap between smaller and larger satellite types, enabling more complex and scalable solutions for various industries.

Segmentation 4: by Region

  • North America: U.S., Canada
  • Europe: Germany, U.K., France, and Rest-of-Europe
  • Asia-Pacific: China, Japan, India, South Korea, and Rest-of-Asia-Pacific
  • Rest-of-the-World: South America and the Middle East and Africa

North America is widely expected to lead the low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite market because it combines the strongest commercial scale, launch cadence, and institutional demand in one region. The U.S. hosts and funds many of the ecosystem's growth engines, mega-constellation operators, and their supply chains, while global deployment trends are being shaped by satellite broadband constellations dominated by major players such as SpaceX (U.S.) (with OneWeb as another large operator) and the broader surge in LEO broadband rollouts.

Demand - Drivers, Limitations, and Opportunities

Market Demand Drivers: Growing Demand for Satellite Broadband and Global Connectivity

The escalating demand for seamless, global connectivity is a pivotal catalyst propelling the expansion of the low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite market, by enabling transformative applications that terrestrial networks are ill-equipped to support. A primary impetus is the imperative to provide robust connectivity for remote and mobile assets, exemplified by the maritime industry. By the close of 2024, LEO solutions such as Starlink connected over 75,000 vessels, empowering leading shipping enterprises like Maersk to execute sophisticated digital fleet management initiatives and convert ships into fully equipped "floating offices." This compelling need for operational reliability has prompted even historically cost-conscious maritime stakeholders to embrace LEO technologies. Furthermore, the market has been underpinned by the essential demand for resilient communications infrastructure that sustains performance amid terrestrial network disruptions. For example, in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton in 2024, organizations including Help.NGO and Intelsat swiftly implemented hybrid GEO-LEO satellite deployments to reinstate vital communications for search, rescue, and coordination operations mere hours after impact. Comparable satellite interventions were mobilized during the 2023 Maui wildfires and the 2025 Cyclone Alfred in Australia, affirming the technology's efficacy in extreme environmental challenges.

Market Challenges: Technical Complexity and Limited Coverage Challenges in LEO Systems

The low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite market is expanding rapidly, offering promising solutions for global communication, internet services, and Earth observation. However, one of the key challenges faced by this market is the technical complexity associated with LEO systems. Operating at altitudes ranging from 160 to 2,000 kilometres, these satellites must navigate a host of technical obstacles, including frequent orbital adjustments and maintaining a stable connection with ground stations. This requires the integration of cutting-edge technologies such as high-throughput communication systems, advanced propulsion mechanisms, and precise orbit control. Moreover, the need for frequent satellite launches and the continuous maintenance of satellite fleets adds to both operational costs and technical risks.

In addition to technical complexity, limited coverage is another significant challenge in LEO systems. Due to their proximity to Earth, LEO satellites have a smaller coverage footprint compared to geostationary satellites. As a result, they can only cover a portion of the Earth's surface at any given time, requiring a constellation of satellites to ensure continuous and global coverage. This necessitates the deployment of large, complex constellations that need to be regularly replenished to maintain operational capacity. The challenge of coordinating such constellations, along with ensuring seamless handovers between satellites, becomes a critical factor in delivering uninterrupted services. The combination of high technical demands and limited coverage capabilities makes LEO satellite systems cost-intensive and difficult to scale. For companies operating in this sector, overcoming these challenges is essential to achieving long-term profitability and delivering reliable global connectivity, especially in remote or underserved regions.

Market Opportunities: Rising Adoption of Software-Defined and Reconfigurable Payloads

The rising adoption of software-defined and reconfigurable payloads presents a significant opportunity in the low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite market. These advanced payloads offer enhanced flexibility and operational efficiency by allowing satellite functions to be reprogrammed or reconfigured in orbit. Unlike traditional payloads, which are fixed in their functionality, software-defined payloads can adapt to changing mission requirements, enabling operators to optimize satellite performance based on real-time needs.

This adaptability allows for the efficient management of satellite resources and the ability to provide a variety of services without the need for new hardware or satellite launches. As a result, satellite operators can offer more dynamic services, such as customized communication channels, data transmission optimization, and improved bandwidth management. This flexibility also reduces the need for frequent satellite upgrades or replacements, lowering operational costs and extending the lifecycle of the satellite fleet.

Additionally, the growing demand for high-throughput communication, global connectivity, and Earth observation data in diverse sectors, such as telecommunications, defense, and environmental monitoring, creates a strong market opportunity. Software-defined payloads can meet these diverse needs efficiently, making them a compelling choice for companies looking to stay competitive in the rapidly evolving low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite market. As the industry continues to embrace this technology, the potential for cost savings, innovation, and scalability becomes increasingly attractive.

How can this report add value to an organization?

Product/Innovation Strategy: A successful product and innovation strategy in the low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite market is increasingly centered on scalability, differentiation, and ecosystem integration rather than hardware novelty alone. Leading operators are prioritizing software-driven innovation, using software-defined payloads and network virtualization to upgrade performance in orbit without replacing satellites, thereby shortening innovation cycles and protecting capital investment. Product strategies emphasize tiered connectivity offerings from consumer broadband to enterprise, aviation, maritime, and government services, allowing the same constellation to monetize multiple demand layers with different price sensitivities. Innovation is also focused on direct-to-device capabilities, which remove the need for specialized user terminals and dramatically expand the addressable market, similar to how smartphones accelerated mobile internet adoption. In parallel, investments in laser inter-satellite links, AI-based network optimization, and automated collision avoidance are improving throughput, latency, and operational resilience.

Growth/Marketing Strategy: A strong growth and marketing strategy for the low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite market is built around rapid adoption, trust in performance, and expansion across high-value use cases rather than broad, undifferentiated reach. Leading players focus first on commercial scalability, targeting underserved and remote regions where terrestrial networks are limited, then expanding into mobility segments such as aviation, maritime, and logistics that value reliability over price. Marketing narratives emphasize quantifiable performance metrics, latency below 50 milliseconds, global coverage, and high uptime because enterprise and government buyers respond to measurable outcomes rather than abstract technology claims. Growth is further accelerated through partnership-led distribution, including alliances with telecom operators, aircraft manufacturers, shipping fleets, and cloud service providers, which function like on-ramps feeding users into the orbital network. Analogous to how streaming platforms grew by bundling with broadband plans, LEO providers use hardware subsidies, service bundles, and tiered pricing to reduce adoption friction and increase lifetime value. As the market matures, growth strategies increasingly shift toward customer retention and upselling data-rich services, positioning LEO connectivity as a long-term digital infrastructure utility rather than a niche satellite solution.

Competitive Strategy: The report profiles major players in the low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite market, including polymer manufacturers, technology providers, and integrators. A detailed competitive landscape analysis covering strategic partnerships, agreements, and technological collaborations has been provided to help stakeholders identify untapped revenue opportunities. This analysis supports market participants in enhancing their position through innovation, strategic alliances, and a focus on sustainability.

Research Methodology

Factors for Data Prediction and Modelling

  • The base currency considered for the low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite market analysis is the US$. Currencies other than the US$ have been converted to the US$ for all statistical calculations, considering the average conversion rate for that particular year.
  • The currency conversion rate has been taken from the historical exchange rate of the Oanda website.
  • Nearly all the recent developments from January 2021 to October 2024 have been considered in this research study.
  • The information rendered in the report is a result of in-depth primary interviews, surveys, and secondary analysis.
  • Where relevant information was not available, proxy indicators and extrapolation were employed.
  • Any economic downturn in the future has not been taken into consideration for the market estimation and forecast.
  • Technologies currently used are expected to persist through the forecast with no major technological breakthroughs.

Market Estimation and Forecast

This research study involves the usage of extensive secondary sources, such as certified publications, articles from recognized authors, white papers, annual reports of companies, directories, and major databases, to collect useful and effective information for an extensive, technical, market-oriented, and commercial study of the low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite market.

The low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite market engineering process involves the calculation of the market statistics, market size estimation, market forecast, market crackdown, and data triangulation (the methodology for such quantitative data processes has been explained in further sections). The primary research study has been undertaken to gather information and validate the market numbers for segmentation types and industry trends of the key players in the market.

Primary Research

The primary sources involve industry experts from the low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite market and various stakeholders in the ecosystem. Respondents such as CEOs, vice presidents, marketing directors, and technology and innovation directors have been interviewed to obtain and verify both qualitative and quantitative aspects of this research study.

The key data points taken from primary sources include:

  • validation and triangulation of all the numbers and graphs
  • validation of report segmentations and key qualitative findings
  • understanding the competitive landscape
  • validation of the numbers of various markets for the market type
  • percentage split of individual markets for geographical analysis

Secondary Research

This research study involves the usage of extensive secondary research, directories, company websites, and annual reports. It also makes use of databases, such as Hoovers, Bloomberg, Businessweek, and Factiva, to collect useful and effective information for an extensive, technical, market-oriented, and commercial study of the global market. In addition to the data sources, the study has been undertaken with the help of other data sources and websites, such as the Euroconsult, Space-Track.org, and Seradata.

Secondary research has been done to obtain crucial information about the industry's value chain, revenue models, the market's monetary chain, the total pool of key players, and the current and potential use cases and applications.

The key data points taken from secondary research include:

  • segmentations and percentage shares
  • data for market value
  • key industry trends of the top players in the market
  • qualitative insights into various aspects of the market, key trends, and emerging areas of innovation
  • quantitative data for mathematical and statistical calculations

Key Market Players and Competition Synopsis

The companies that are profiled in the low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite market have been selected based on inputs gathered from primary experts and by analyzing company coverage, product portfolio, and market penetration.

Some of the prominent names in the low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite market are:

  • Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SpaceX)
  • Lockheed Martin Corporation
  • Northrop Grumann Corporation
  • Rocket Lab USA, Inc.
  • Airbus SE
  • Thales Alenia Space SAS
  • L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
  • China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC)
  • AAC Clyde Space AB
  • GomSpace Group AB
  • NaraSpace Technologies Inc.
  • Surrey Satellite Technologies

Companies that are not a part of the aforementioned pool have been well represented across different sections of the low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite market report (wherever applicable).

Table of Contents

Executive Summary

Scope and Definition

1 Market: Industry Outlook

  • 1.1 Trends: Current and Future Impact Assessment
    • 1.1.1 Deployment of Large Constellations of Low Earth Orbit Satellites for Rising Global Communication Services
    • 1.1.2 Miniaturization of Satellites and Its Impact on the Market
    • 1.1.3 Integration of On-Board Compute and Edge Artificial Intelligence and Its Impact on the Market
    • 1.1.4 5G / Non-Terrestrial Network Standardization and Telco Partnerships Enabling Direct-to-Device and Integrated Services and Its Impact on the Market
    • 1.1.5 Space Sustainability and Debris Mitigation Becoming Material Priorities
    • 1.1.6 Innovation in Electric Propulsion Systems
    • 1.1.7 Rising Traction of LEO Satellites to Provide Enhanced Space Imagery
    • 1.1.8 Advancements in Energy Storage Systems
    • 1.1.9 Spectrum Deals and Strategic Spectrum Moves
  • 1.2 Supply Chain Overview
    • 1.2.1 Value Chain Analysis
  • 1.3 Research and Development Review
    • 1.3.1 Patent Filing Trend (by Country and Company)
  • 1.4 Regulatory Landscape
    • 1.4.1 ITU, National Regulators, and Orbital Filing Frameworks
    • 1.4.2 3GPP NTN and Related Communication Standards
  • 1.5 Case Study
    • 1.5.1 Wartime Connectivity in Ukraine - Low Earth Orbit Satellite Market
    • 1.5.2 Disaster Response in Florida, U.S. - Low Earth Orbit Satellite Market
    • 1.5.3 Rural Broadband for Arctic Communities - Low Earth Orbit Satellite Market
  • 1.6 Market Dynamics Overview
    • 1.6.1 Market Drivers
      • 1.6.1.1 Growing Demand for Satellite Broadband and Global Connectivity
      • 1.6.1.2 Expansion of Earth Observation, Remote Sensing, and Data Analytics
    • 1.6.2 Market Challenges
      • 1.6.2.1 Technical Complexity and Limited Coverage Challenges in LEO Systems
      • 1.6.2.2 Regulatory and Licensing Constraints
    • 1.6.3 Market Opportunities
      • 1.6.3.1 Rising Adoption of Software-Defined and Reconfigurable Payloads
      • 1.6.3.2 Technological Advancements in Antennas, Ground Segment, and User Terminals

2 LEO-Based Communication Networks (B5G/NTN) Analysis

  • 2.1 Overview of LEO-Based Communication Networks
    • 2.1.1 Role of LEO Satellites in Beyond-5G/5G-Advanced and NTN Architectures
    • 2.1.2 Service Models: Broadband, Direct-to-Device, IoT, Backhaul, and Enterprise Connectivity
  • 2.2 Satellite Architecture and Technology for LEO Communications Constellations
    • 2.2.1 Platform and Orbit Strategy (Bus, Power, Propulsion, Orbit Selection) - High-Level View
    • 2.2.2 Communications Payload Capabilities (Beamforming, Throughput, Flexibility)
    • 2.2.3 Frequency Bands for LEO Communications (L, S, C, Ku, Ka, V, and Beyond)
    • 2.2.4 Antenna Systems (Onboard, Phased Arrays, and User-Terminal Interfaces)
    • 2.2.5 Communication Chips and Semiconductors
      • 2.2.5.1 Chip Architecture and Functionality (RF Front-End, Baseband, SoCs)
      • 2.2.5.2 Semiconductor Materials and Technology (Si, SiGe, GaN, GaAs, etc.)
    • 2.2.6 Supply Chain and Manufacturing
      • 2.2.6.1 Key Communication Chip and RF Component Suppliers
      • 2.2.6.2 Fabrication Models (IDM, Fabless, Foundries, OSAT)
      • 2.2.6.3 Supply Chain Risks, Bottlenecks, and Lead-Time Issues
    • 2.2.7 On-Board Computing and Edge AI for LEO Networks
  • 2.3 Network and NTN Integration Aspects
    • 2.3.1 3GPP NTN Compliance and Integration with 5G/5G-Advanced Cores
    • 2.3.2 Latency, Throughput, and QoS Considerations in LEO Networks
    • 2.3.3 Handover and Mobility Management (Inter Satellite and Satellite Ground)
    • 2.3.4 Interoperability with Terrestrial Networks and Hybrid Architectures
    • 2.3.5 Direct-to-Device (D2D) and Direct-to-Cell Capability
    • 2.3.6 Edge/On-Board Processing for Traffic Optimization and Offload
  • 2.4 Ecosystem and Supply Chain for LEO-Based Communication Networks
    • 2.4.1 Component Suppliers
      • 2.4.1.1 Semiconductor and RF Component Vendors
      • 2.4.1.2 Antenna and Payload Equipment Suppliers
    • 2.4.2 Prime Contractors and Constellation Operators
    • 2.4.3 Ground Segment (Gateway Stations, User Terminals, Cloud/Edge Integration)
    • 2.4.4 Launch and In-Orbit Operations Service Providers
  • 2.5 Regulatory and Policy Landscape for LEO-Based Communication Networks
    • 2.5.1 Spectrum Licensing, Orbital Filing, and Coordination
    • 2.5.2 Cybersecurity, Data Protection, and Sovereignty Considerations
    • 2.5.3 Export Controls and National Security Regulations
  • 2.6 Program Landscape and Case Examples
    • 2.6.1 Current LEO Communications Constellations (e.g., Starlink, OneWeb, Others - Overview)
    • 2.6.2 Emerging Direct-to-Device and NTN Programs
    • 2.6.3 Regional Initiatives and Public-Private Partnerships in LEO Communications

3 Application

  • 3.1 Application Summary
  • 3.2 Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellite Market (by Application)
    • 3.2.1 Communication
    • 3.2.2 Earth Observation and Remote Sensing
    • 3.2.3 Navigation and Positioning
    • 3.2.4 Others
  • 3.3 Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellite Market (by End User)
    • 3.3.1 Commercial
    • 3.3.2 Government and Military

4 Products

  • 4.1 Product Summary
  • 4.2 Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellite Market (by Satellite Type)
    • 4.2.1 Small Satellites (Less than 500kg)
    • 4.2.2 Medium Satellites (500 to 1,000 kg)
    • 4.2.3 Large Satellites (Above 1,000 kg)

5 Region

  • 5.1 Regional Summary
  • 5.2 Global Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellite Market - by Region
  • 5.3 North America
    • 5.3.1 Regional Overview
      • 5.3.1.1 Driving Factors for Market Growth
      • 5.3.1.2 Factors Challenging the Market
    • 5.3.2 Application
    • 5.3.3 Product
    • 5.3.4 North America (By Country)
      • 5.3.4.1 U.S.
        • 5.3.4.1.1 Application
        • 5.3.4.1.2 Product
      • 5.3.4.2 Canada
        • 5.3.4.2.1 Application
        • 5.3.4.2.2 Product
  • 5.4 Europe
    • 5.4.1 Regional Overview
      • 5.4.1.1 Driving Factors for Market Growth
      • 5.4.1.2 Factors Challenging the Market
    • 5.4.2 Application
    • 5.4.3 Product
    • 5.4.4 Europe (By Country)
      • 5.4.4.1 Germany
        • 5.4.4.1.1 Application
        • 5.4.4.1.2 Product
      • 5.4.4.2 France
        • 5.4.4.2.1 Application
        • 5.4.4.2.2 Product
      • 5.4.4.3 U.K.
        • 5.4.4.3.1 Application
        • 5.4.4.3.2 Product
      • 5.4.4.4 Rest-of-Europe
        • 5.4.4.4.1 Application
        • 5.4.4.4.2 Product
  • 5.5 Asia-Pacific
    • 5.5.1 Regional Overview
      • 5.5.1.1 Driving Factors for Market Growth
      • 5.5.1.2 Factors Challenging the Market
    • 5.5.2 Application
    • 5.5.3 Product
    • 5.5.4 Asia-Pacific (By Country)
      • 5.5.4.1 China
        • 5.5.4.1.1 Application
        • 5.5.4.1.2 Product
      • 5.5.4.2 Japan
        • 5.5.4.2.1 Application
        • 5.5.4.2.2 Product
      • 5.5.4.3 India
        • 5.5.4.3.1 Application
        • 5.5.4.3.2 Product
      • 5.5.4.4 South Korea
        • 5.5.4.4.1 Application
        • 5.5.4.4.2 Product
      • 5.5.4.5 Rest-of-Asia-Pacific
        • 5.5.4.5.1 Application
        • 5.5.4.5.2 Product
  • 5.6 Rest-of-the-World
    • 5.6.1 Regional Overview
      • 5.6.1.1 Driving Factors for Market Growth
      • 5.6.1.2 Factors Challenging the Market
    • 5.6.2 Application
    • 5.6.3 Product
    • 5.6.4 Rest-of-the-World (By Region)
      • 5.6.4.1 South America
        • 5.6.4.1.1 Application
        • 5.6.4.1.2 Product
      • 5.6.4.2 Middle East and Africa
        • 5.6.4.2.1 Application
        • 5.6.4.2.2 Product

6 Markets - Competitive Benchmarking & Company Profiles

  • 6.1 Key Communication Chip and RF Component Manufacturing Companies
  • 6.2 Company Profiles
    • 6.2.1 Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SpaceX)
      • 6.2.1.1 Overview
      • 6.2.1.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
      • 6.2.1.3 Top Competitors
      • 6.2.1.4 Target Customers
      • 6.2.1.5 Key Personnel
      • 6.2.1.6 Analyst View
    • 6.2.2 Lockheed Martin Corporation
      • 6.2.2.1 Overview
      • 6.2.2.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
      • 6.2.2.3 Top Competitors
      • 6.2.2.4 Target Customers
      • 6.2.2.5 Key Personnel
      • 6.2.2.6 Analyst View
    • 6.2.3 Northrop Grumman Corporation
      • 6.2.3.1 Overview
      • 6.2.3.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
      • 6.2.3.3 Top Competitors
      • 6.2.3.4 Target Customers
      • 6.2.3.5 Key Personnel
      • 6.2.3.6 Analyst View
    • 6.2.4 Rocket Lab USA, Inc.
      • 6.2.4.1 Overview
      • 6.2.4.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
      • 6.2.4.3 Top Competitors
      • 6.2.4.4 Target Customers
      • 6.2.4.5 Key Personnel
      • 6.2.4.6 Analyst View
    • 6.2.5 Airbus SE
      • 6.2.5.1 Overview
      • 6.2.5.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
      • 6.2.5.3 Top Competitors
      • 6.2.5.4 Target Customers
      • 6.2.5.5 Key Personnel
      • 6.2.5.6 Analyst View
    • 6.2.6 Thales Alenia Space SAS
      • 6.2.6.1 Overview
      • 6.2.6.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
      • 6.2.6.3 Top Competitors
      • 6.2.6.4 Target Customers
      • 6.2.6.5 Key Personnel
      • 6.2.6.6 Analyst View
    • 6.2.7 L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
      • 6.2.7.1 Overview
      • 6.2.7.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
      • 6.2.7.3 Top Competitors
      • 6.2.7.4 Target Customers
      • 6.2.7.5 Key Personnel
      • 6.2.7.6 Analyst View
    • 6.2.8 China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC)
      • 6.2.8.1 Overview
      • 6.2.8.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
      • 6.2.8.3 Top Competitors
      • 6.2.8.4 Target Customers
      • 6.2.8.5 Key Personnel
      • 6.2.8.6 Analyst View
    • 6.2.9 AAC Clyde Space AB
      • 6.2.9.1 Overview
      • 6.2.9.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
      • 6.2.9.3 Top Competitors
      • 6.2.9.4 Target Customers
      • 6.2.9.5 Key Personnel
      • 6.2.9.6 Analyst View
    • 6.2.10 GomSpace Group AB
      • 6.2.10.1 Overview
      • 6.2.10.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
      • 6.2.10.3 Top Competitors
      • 6.2.10.4 Target Customers
      • 6.2.10.5 Key Personnel
      • 6.2.10.6 Analyst View
    • 6.2.11 Nara Space Technology Inc.
      • 6.2.11.1 Overview
      • 6.2.11.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
      • 6.2.11.3 Top Competitors
      • 6.2.11.4 Target Customers
      • 6.2.11.5 Key Personnel
      • 6.2.11.6 Analyst View
    • 6.2.12 Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL)
      • 6.2.12.1 Overview
      • 6.2.12.2 Top Products/Product Portfolio
      • 6.2.12.3 Top Competitors
      • 6.2.12.4 Target Customers
      • 6.2.12.5 Key Personnel
      • 6.2.12.6 Analyst View
    • 6.2.13 List of Other Key Companies in the Ecosystem

7 Research Methodology

  • 7.1 Data Sources
    • 7.1.1 Primary Data Sources
    • 7.1.2 Secondary Data Sources
    • 7.1.3 Data Triangulation
  • 7.2 Market Estimation and Forecast
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