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Satellite Communication (Satcom) Market Trends, Share, Growth Factors, and Forecast 2025-2033

  • Writer: Rahul Pal
    Rahul Pal
  • May 5
  • 4 min read

According to the latest report by IMARC Group, titled “Satellite Communication (SATCOM) Market Report by Component (Equipment, Services), Application (Voice Communication, Broadcasting, Data Communication), End Use Industry (Aerospace and Defense, Transportation and Logistics, Agriculture, Government and Military, Media and Entertainment, and Others), and Region 2025-2033” provides an extensive analysis of the industry, including satellite communication (SATCOM) market trends, share, trends, and growth opportunities. The report also covers competitor and regional analysis and the latest advancements in the global market.


The global satellite communication (SATCOM) market size reached USD 92.2 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 184.7​​​​​​​ Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 7.63% during 2025-2033.



Global Satellite Communication (Satcom) Market Dynamics:


Proliferation of Small Satellites and LEO Constellations:


The world satellite communication (Satcom) industry is experiencing a revolutionary paradigm change with the rising launch of small satellites and the emergence of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) constellations. These compact, cheap satellites, launched in quantities, are transforming satellite communication by providing reduced latency, increased bandwidth, and greater coverage than geostationary satellites.


The expansion of LEO constellations is reducing the cost of satellite internet access, facilitating new uses like high-speed broadband in backcountry locations, better maritime and aeronautical connectivity, and enhanced Internet of Things (IoT) services. This trend is encouraging substantial investment and innovation in satellite production, launch services, and ground support infrastructure.


Increased Need for High-Bandwidth Applications and Connectivity:


The unrelenting international hunger for information and high-bandwidth applications is a key catalyst for the Satcom industry. Video streaming, online gaming, cloud computing, and data-intensive enterprise operations need strong and secure connectivity, especially in areas where terrestrial infrastructure is limited.


Satcom solutions have a distinct advantage in meeting this requirement with connectivity for under-served regions, enabling smooth communication for distant industries such as oil and gas, mining, and agriculture, and supporting emergency communication in disaster recovery operations. The increasing use of these bandwidth-hungry applications across industry sectors is driving demand for sophisticated satellite communication services and infrastructure.


Growing Government and Military Investments in Satellite Communication: Broadband Satellite Services Market


Governments and armed forces across the globe are finding satellite communication increasingly important to national security, disaster planning, and public safety. Satellite infrastructure is being invested in to facilitate secure communication networks, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance operations.


Additionally, satellite communication helps ensure connectivity in far-flung military operations and disaster response scenarios where terrestrial facilities could be destroyed or interrupted. The increasing government and military interest in utilizing the distinct advantage of satellite communication is one of the key drivers of market growth and technological innovation in the industry.


Explore the Full Report with Charts, Table of Contents, and List of Figures: https://www.imarcgroup.com/satellite-communication-market


Global Satellite Communication (Satcom) Market Trends:


The international Satcom market is marked by a number of changing trends. One of the most notable trends is the growing convergence of satellite communication with terrestrial networks. Hybrid network solutions that blend satellite and terrestrial technologies seamlessly are becoming popular, providing improved reliability, redundancy, and flexibility for a range of applications. This convergence enables users to take advantage of the strengths of both satellite and terrestrial infrastructure, providing constant connectivity anywhere.


Another notable trend is the increasing use of flat-panel antennas and other new-generation ground equipment. The new antenna technologies are smaller, energy-efficient, and simpler to deploy than parabolic antennas, which brings satellite communications within reach and at an affordable cost to more users. In addition, the market is observing an increase in the creation of satellite-based IoT solutions. Satellites are increasingly being used to connect and track remote IoT devices in multiple industries, facilitating applications like precision agriculture, environmental monitoring, and asset tracking where terrestrial networks are not available.


Key Players in the Satellite Communication (SATCOM) Industry:


The competitive landscape of the industry has also been examined along with the profiles of the key players being:


  • Cobham Limited

  • EchoStar Corporation

  • General Dynamics Corporation

  • Gilat Satellite Networks

  • Honeywell International Inc.

  • L3Harris Technologies Inc.

  • SES S.A

  • SKY Perfect JSAT Holdings Inc

  • Telesat (Loral Space & Communications Inc.)

  • Thuraya Telecommunications Company (Al Yah Satellite Communication Company)

  • Viasat Inc


Market Segmentation:


Breakup by Component:


  • Equipment

    • Transmitter/Transponder

    • Antenna

    • Transceiver

    • Receiver

    • Modem/Router

    • Others

  • Services


Breakup by Application:


  • Voice Communication

  • Broadcasting

  • Data Communication


Breakup by End Use Industry:


  • Aerospace and Defense

  • Transportation and Logistics

  • Agriculture

  • Government and Military

  • Media and Entertainment

  • Others


Breakup by Region:


  • North America (United States, Canada)

  • Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Others)

  • Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, Australia, Indonesia, Korea, Others)

  • Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Others)

  • Middle East and Africa (United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Iraq, Other)


Key Highlights of the Report:


  • Market Performance

  • Market Outlook 

  • Porter’s Five Forces Analysis

  • Market Drivers and Success Factors

  • SWOT Analysis

  • Value Chain

  • Comprehensive Mapping of the Competitive Landscape


Note: If you need specific information that is not currently within the scope of the report, we can provide it to you as a part of the customization.


About Us:


IMARC Group is a leading market research company that offers management strategy and market research worldwide. We partner with clients in all sectors and regions to identify their highest-value opportunities, address their most critical challenges, and transform their businesses.


IMARC’s information products include major market, scientific, economic and technological developments for business leaders in pharmaceutical, industrial, and high technology organizations. Market forecasts and industry analysis for biotechnology, advanced materials, pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, travel and tourism, nanotechnology and novel processing methods are at the top of the company’s expertise.


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IMARC Group

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