5G 비지상 네트워크 시장 - 산업 규모, 점유율, 동향, 기회, 예측 : 컴포넌트 유형별, 플랫폼별, 용도별, 장소별, 최종 사용자별, 지역별 및 경쟁(2021-2031년)

The Global 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market is projected to expand significantly, from USD 6.94 Billion in 2025 to USD 40.83 Billion by 2031, demonstrating a robust CAGR of 34.36%. This market integrates satellite and high-altitude platform systems with existing terrestrial infrastructure to deliver ubiquitous 5G connectivity, adhering to 3GPP standards. Key drivers include the urgent necessity to bridge the digital divide in remote areas, the demand for continuous coverage in maritime and aeronautical sectors, the proliferation of IoT applications requiring global asset tracking, and the need for resilient communication during natural disasters. By 2025, 170 publicly announced partnerships between operators and satellite providers were established across 80 countries, according to the Global mobile Suppliers Association.

However, market expansion faces a significant hurdle due to the intricate regulatory environment surrounding international spectrum allocation and interference management. Service providers must navigate disparate licensing frameworks across numerous jurisdictions, frequently causing delays in the deployment of cross-border commercial services. These stringent and inconsistent legal requirements pose substantial barriers to entry and escalate operational costs for companies aiming to achieve seamless global satellite coverage.

Market Driver

Advancements in Direct-to-Device (D2D) Satellite Technology are fundamentally transforming the accessibility of non-terrestrial networks, serving as a pivotal market driver. This innovation allows standard consumer smartphones to connect directly with satellites, eliminating the need for specialized ground equipment and significantly broadening the addressable market beyond niche industrial applications. By adhering to 3GPP Release 17 and 18 standards, operators can seamlessly extend coverage into previously inaccessible dead zones, thereby generating new revenue streams from a mass-market subscriber base. As of September 2025, the 'Non-Terrestrial 5G Networks and Satellite Connectivity' report by the Global mobile Suppliers Association noted 12 commercial launches and 24 trials specifically dedicated to satellite-to-cellphone services, underscoring the industry's progression from theoretical concepts to practical commercial realization.

The rapid deployment of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) mega-constellations provides the essential physical infrastructure for this connectivity revolution. Unlike geostationary systems, LEO architectures position satellites closer to Earth, enabling the low-latency and high-throughput performance critical for 5G applications and real-time data processing. This infrastructural boom is characterized by aggressive launch schedules and substantial capital investments aimed at achieving continuous global coverage. The Satellite Industry Association reported in May 2025 that the total number of active satellites in orbit reached 11,539, following a historic surge in deployment. The commercial viability of these expanded networks is further evidenced by consumer adoption rates, with SpaceX's Starlink network surpassing 9 million active global subscribers in 2025.

Market Challenge

The intricate regulatory landscape governing international spectrum allocation and interference management represents a substantial impediment to the Global 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market. Unlike terrestrial systems that operate within national boundaries, non-terrestrial networks require navigating a fragmented array of licensing frameworks to deliver uninterrupted cross-border coverage. Service providers encounter significant operational difficulties when attempting to secure spectrum rights across multiple jurisdictions, often contending with inconsistent policies regarding frequency usage and interference mitigation.

This disjointed legal environment directly hinders market growth by extending the timeline between initial partnership announcements and the actual launch of commercial services. The administrative burden of adhering to varied national requirements inflates entry costs and delays revenue generation, thereby creating a bottleneck for global connectivity solutions. In 2025, only 34 operators across 25 markets had successfully initiated commercial services, as reported by the Global mobile Suppliers Association, illustrating how regulatory friction limits the industry's ability to convert market potential into operational reality.

Market Trends

The emergence of multi-orbit connectivity strategies is transforming the market by integrating the low latency capabilities of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) constellations with the high capacity of Geostationary (GEO) systems. This hybrid architecture enables service providers to dynamically route traffic based on specific application requirements, ensuring optimal performance for critical enterprise operations. By combining distinct orbital assets, operators can effectively mitigate the coverage and resilience limitations inherent in single-orbit networks. The financial viability of this integrated approach is increasingly evident, with major players consolidating their service offerings; for instance, Space Watch Africa reported in August 2025 that Eutelsat's LEO revenues grew by over 84 percent to €187 million, confirming rapid market adoption of these solutions.

Concurrently, the commercialization of IoT-specific non-terrestrial networks is driving market expansion by extending narrowband connectivity to remote industrial assets. This trend, distinct from consumer broadband, focuses on supporting low-power devices for global logistics, agriculture, and utility monitoring in areas lacking terrestrial signals. It is characterized by a surge in collaborative ecosystems where mobile operators integrate satellite backhaul to provide seamless global roaming for automated devices. This momentum is quantified by the increasing volume of alliances dedicated to deploying these capabilities; Computer Weekly reported in April 2025 that the total number of telco-satellite partnerships reached 99 by February 2025, highlighting the industry's aggressive push to operationalize ubiquitous IoT connectivity.

Key Market Players

• Qualcomm Technologies Inc.
• Thales Group
• SoftBank Group Corporation
• Keysight Technologies Inc.
• MediaTek Inc.
• ZTE Corporation
• Anritsu Corporation
• Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG
• Omnispace LLC
• EchoStar Corporation

Report Scope

In this report, the Global 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market, By Component Type

• Hardware
• Solutions
• Services

5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market, By Platform

• Unidentified Aerial System (UAS) Platform
• Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellite
• Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) Satellite
• Geosynchronous Equatorial Orbit (GEO) Satellite

5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market, By Application

• Enhanced Mobile Broadband (EMBB)
• Ultra Reliable Low Latency Communications (URLLC)
• Massive Machine Type Communications (MMTC)

5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market, By Location

• Urban
• Rural
• Remote
• Isolated

5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market, By End User

• Aerospace & Defense
• Government
• IT & Telecom
• Mining
• Maritime
• Others

5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market, By Region

• North America
  • United States
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • France
  • United Kingdom
  • Italy
  • Germany
  • Spain
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • South Korea
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Colombia
• Middle East & Africa
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market.

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Table of Contents

1. Product Overview

• 1.1. Market Definition
• 1.2. Scope of the Market
  • 1.2.1. Markets Covered
  • 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
  • 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

• 2.1. Objective of the Study
• 2.2. Baseline Methodology
• 2.3. Key Industry Partners
• 2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
• 2.5. Forecasting Methodology
• 2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
• 2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

• 3.1. Overview of the Market
• 3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
• 3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
• 3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
• 3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook

• 5.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 5.1.1. By Value
• 5.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 5.2.1. By Component Type (Hardware, Solutions, Services)
  • 5.2.2. By Platform (Unidentified Aerial System (UAS) Platform, Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellite, Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) Satellite, Geosynchronous Equatorial Orbit (GEO) Satellite)
  • 5.2.3. By Application (Enhanced Mobile Broadband (EMBB), Ultra Reliable Low Latency Communications (URLLC), Massive Machine Type Communications (MMTC))
  • 5.2.4. By Location (Urban, Rural, Remote, Isolated)
  • 5.2.5. By End User (Aerospace & Defense, Government, IT & Telecom, Mining, Maritime, Others)
  • 5.2.6. By Region
  • 5.2.7. By Company (2025)
• 5.3. Market Map

6. North America 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook

• 6.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 6.1.1. By Value
• 6.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 6.2.1. By Component Type
  • 6.2.2. By Platform
  • 6.2.3. By Application
  • 6.2.4. By Location
  • 6.2.5. By End User
  • 6.2.6. By Country
• 6.3. North America: Country Analysis
  • 6.3.1. United States 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook
    • 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 6.3.1.1.1. By Value
    • 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 6.3.1.2.1. By Component Type
      • 6.3.1.2.2. By Platform
      • 6.3.1.2.3. By Application
      • 6.3.1.2.4. By Location
      • 6.3.1.2.5. By End User
  • 6.3.2. Canada 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook
    • 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 6.3.2.1.1. By Value
    • 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 6.3.2.2.1. By Component Type
      • 6.3.2.2.2. By Platform
      • 6.3.2.2.3. By Application
      • 6.3.2.2.4. By Location
      • 6.3.2.2.5. By End User
  • 6.3.3. Mexico 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook
    • 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 6.3.3.1.1. By Value
    • 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 6.3.3.2.1. By Component Type
      • 6.3.3.2.2. By Platform
      • 6.3.3.2.3. By Application
      • 6.3.3.2.4. By Location
      • 6.3.3.2.5. By End User

7. Europe 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook

• 7.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 7.1.1. By Value
• 7.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 7.2.1. By Component Type
  • 7.2.2. By Platform
  • 7.2.3. By Application
  • 7.2.4. By Location
  • 7.2.5. By End User
  • 7.2.6. By Country
• 7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
  • 7.3.1. Germany 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook
    • 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 7.3.1.1.1. By Value
    • 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 7.3.1.2.1. By Component Type
      • 7.3.1.2.2. By Platform
      • 7.3.1.2.3. By Application
      • 7.3.1.2.4. By Location
      • 7.3.1.2.5. By End User
  • 7.3.2. France 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook
    • 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 7.3.2.1.1. By Value
    • 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 7.3.2.2.1. By Component Type
      • 7.3.2.2.2. By Platform
      • 7.3.2.2.3. By Application
      • 7.3.2.2.4. By Location
      • 7.3.2.2.5. By End User
  • 7.3.3. United Kingdom 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook
    • 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 7.3.3.1.1. By Value
    • 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 7.3.3.2.1. By Component Type
      • 7.3.3.2.2. By Platform
      • 7.3.3.2.3. By Application
      • 7.3.3.2.4. By Location
      • 7.3.3.2.5. By End User
  • 7.3.4. Italy 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook
    • 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 7.3.4.1.1. By Value
    • 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 7.3.4.2.1. By Component Type
      • 7.3.4.2.2. By Platform
      • 7.3.4.2.3. By Application
      • 7.3.4.2.4. By Location
      • 7.3.4.2.5. By End User
  • 7.3.5. Spain 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook
    • 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 7.3.5.1.1. By Value
    • 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 7.3.5.2.1. By Component Type
      • 7.3.5.2.2. By Platform
      • 7.3.5.2.3. By Application
      • 7.3.5.2.4. By Location
      • 7.3.5.2.5. By End User

8. Asia Pacific 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook

• 8.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 8.1.1. By Value
• 8.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 8.2.1. By Component Type
  • 8.2.2. By Platform
  • 8.2.3. By Application
  • 8.2.4. By Location
  • 8.2.5. By End User
  • 8.2.6. By Country
• 8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis
  • 8.3.1. China 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook
    • 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 8.3.1.1.1. By Value
    • 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 8.3.1.2.1. By Component Type
      • 8.3.1.2.2. By Platform
      • 8.3.1.2.3. By Application
      • 8.3.1.2.4. By Location
      • 8.3.1.2.5. By End User
  • 8.3.2. India 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook
    • 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 8.3.2.1.1. By Value
    • 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 8.3.2.2.1. By Component Type
      • 8.3.2.2.2. By Platform
      • 8.3.2.2.3. By Application
      • 8.3.2.2.4. By Location
      • 8.3.2.2.5. By End User
  • 8.3.3. Japan 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook
    • 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 8.3.3.1.1. By Value
    • 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 8.3.3.2.1. By Component Type
      • 8.3.3.2.2. By Platform
      • 8.3.3.2.3. By Application
      • 8.3.3.2.4. By Location
      • 8.3.3.2.5. By End User
  • 8.3.4. South Korea 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook
    • 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 8.3.4.1.1. By Value
    • 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 8.3.4.2.1. By Component Type
      • 8.3.4.2.2. By Platform
      • 8.3.4.2.3. By Application
      • 8.3.4.2.4. By Location
      • 8.3.4.2.5. By End User
  • 8.3.5. Australia 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook
    • 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 8.3.5.1.1. By Value
    • 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 8.3.5.2.1. By Component Type
      • 8.3.5.2.2. By Platform
      • 8.3.5.2.3. By Application
      • 8.3.5.2.4. By Location
      • 8.3.5.2.5. By End User

9. Middle East & Africa 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook

• 9.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 9.1.1. By Value
• 9.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 9.2.1. By Component Type
  • 9.2.2. By Platform
  • 9.2.3. By Application
  • 9.2.4. By Location
  • 9.2.5. By End User
  • 9.2.6. By Country
• 9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis
  • 9.3.1. Saudi Arabia 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook
    • 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 9.3.1.1.1. By Value
    • 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 9.3.1.2.1. By Component Type
      • 9.3.1.2.2. By Platform
      • 9.3.1.2.3. By Application
      • 9.3.1.2.4. By Location
      • 9.3.1.2.5. By End User
  • 9.3.2. UAE 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook
    • 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 9.3.2.1.1. By Value
    • 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 9.3.2.2.1. By Component Type
      • 9.3.2.2.2. By Platform
      • 9.3.2.2.3. By Application
      • 9.3.2.2.4. By Location
      • 9.3.2.2.5. By End User
  • 9.3.3. South Africa 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook
    • 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 9.3.3.1.1. By Value
    • 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 9.3.3.2.1. By Component Type
      • 9.3.3.2.2. By Platform
      • 9.3.3.2.3. By Application
      • 9.3.3.2.4. By Location
      • 9.3.3.2.5. By End User

10. South America 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook

• 10.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 10.1.1. By Value
• 10.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 10.2.1. By Component Type
  • 10.2.2. By Platform
  • 10.2.3. By Application
  • 10.2.4. By Location
  • 10.2.5. By End User
  • 10.2.6. By Country
• 10.3. South America: Country Analysis
  • 10.3.1. Brazil 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook
    • 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 10.3.1.1.1. By Value
    • 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 10.3.1.2.1. By Component Type
      • 10.3.1.2.2. By Platform
      • 10.3.1.2.3. By Application
      • 10.3.1.2.4. By Location
      • 10.3.1.2.5. By End User
  • 10.3.2. Colombia 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook
    • 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 10.3.2.1.1. By Value
    • 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 10.3.2.2.1. By Component Type
      • 10.3.2.2.2. By Platform
      • 10.3.2.2.3. By Application
      • 10.3.2.2.4. By Location
      • 10.3.2.2.5. By End User
  • 10.3.3. Argentina 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market Outlook
    • 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 10.3.3.1.1. By Value
    • 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 10.3.3.2.1. By Component Type
      • 10.3.3.2.2. By Platform
      • 10.3.3.2.3. By Application
      • 10.3.3.2.4. By Location
      • 10.3.3.2.5. By End User

11. Market Dynamics

• 11.1. Drivers
• 11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

• 12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
• 12.2. Product Launches (If Any)
• 12.3. Recent Developments

13. Global 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Market: SWOT Analysis

14. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

• 14.1. Competition in the Industry
• 14.2. Potential of New Entrants
• 14.3. Power of Suppliers
• 14.4. Power of Customers
• 14.5. Threat of Substitute Products

15. Competitive Landscape

• 15.1. Qualcomm Technologies Inc.
  • 15.1.1. Business Overview
  • 15.1.2. Products & Services
  • 15.1.3. Recent Developments
  • 15.1.4. Key Personnel
  • 15.1.5. SWOT Analysis
• 15.2. Thales Group
• 15.3. SoftBank Group Corporation
• 15.4. Keysight Technologies Inc.
• 15.5. MediaTek Inc.
• 15.6. ZTE Corporation
• 15.7. Anritsu Corporation
• 15.8. Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG
• 15.9. Omnispace LLC
• 15.10. EchoStar Corporation

16. Strategic Recommendations

17. About Us & Disclaimer