[Research Report] The satellite communication terminal market was valued at US$ 4.2 billion in 2023, and it is expected to reach US$ 6.0 billion by 2028; it is estimated to record a CAGR of 7.3% from 2023 to 2028.
Analyst Perspective
The satellite communication terminal market is growing because of the battlefield, the rise in public safety, and the desire for a reliable network during emergencies. As well as growing OTT and IPTV are other factors responsible for the growth of the satellite industry, which in turn promotes SATCOM communication and SATCOM communication hardware like terminals. However, the market's growth is hampered by high implementation costs, restricted data transit capabilities, and limited spectrum bandwidth. Government investments in mission-critical communication systems in the defense sector, on the other hand, are likely to generate attractive prospects for the industry in the coming years.
Market Overview
Within the coverage of its wireless network, the satellite communication system provides voice and data communication services to terminal devices. When natural or man-made disasters disrupt terrestrial communications, satellite communication networks rely on satellites in space to increase effective amplification of the coverage zone, which would provide guaranteed effective communication for fields or areas that are not served or under-served by terrestrial networks. To achieve global coverage with the current most basic and direct satellite communication technology, at least three satellites would be required. Satellite communication terminal products are terminal devices that provide communication services to consumers through the usage of a satellite communication system. Voice terminals (satellite phones), data terminals (data-access devices), and other types of terminals can be found.
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Satellite Communication Terminal Market: Strategic Insights
Market Size Value in US$ 4.2 billion in 2023 Market Size Value by US$ 6.0 billion by 2028 Growth rate CAGR of 7.3% from 2023 to 2028 Forecast Period 2023-2028 Base Year 2023
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Satellite Communication Terminal Market: Strategic Insights
| Market Size Value in | US$ 4.2 billion in 2023 |
| Market Size Value by | US$ 6.0 billion by 2028 |
| Growth rate | CAGR of 7.3% from 2023 to 2028 |
| Forecast Period | 2023-2028 |
| Base Year | 2023 |
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Market Driver
Increasing Demand for Defense Satellite Communication Solutions to Drive Growth of Satellite Communication Terminal Market
The requirement for satellite communication terminals is increasing in the defense sector in various countries worldwide. One of the main reasons for the growing demand is the rising military spending of numerous nations. Singapore’s defense budget for 2023 is US$ 13.41 billion, an increase of 5.6% compared to 2022, which was US$ 12.56 billion. In addition, Germany’s defense spending in 2023 amounts to US$ 55.40 billion (EUR 50.1 billion), which is a decline of 0.6% compared to 2022 but increased by US$ 3.19 billion (EUR 2.76 billion) compared to 2021. The demand for phased array antenna systems is increasing in high-speed data communication in aircraft and respective maritime and airborne applications. In January 2021, the Thales Group received an order of AN/PRC-148D improved multiband inter/intra team radios from the US Army. The count of Multiband Inter/Intra Team Radio (MBITR) radio orders is expected to be more than 6,000.
Due to the attacks of 26/11 in India, the requirement for enhanced maritime satellite communication solutions has increased in the country. In September 2019, a SATCOM company Nelco Ltd.—a subsidiary of Tata Group—became the first Indian company that received a license from the Indian government to offer maritime SATCOM services in the nation’s territorial waters. Considering increased offshore activity, investments, and trade in the maritime sector, Japan and India are anticipated to be major contributors to the growth of the satellite communication terminal market. In December 2021, Florida-based Tampa Microwave got a US$ 62.1 million contract from the US Special Operations Command to provide Satellite Deployable Node-Lite (SDN-L) terminals, spares, and ancillary equipment. The SDN-Lite can operate in Ku-, Ka-, and X- frequency bands in support of other SDN family variants, which consist of the SOF Deployable Node-Heavy and SND-Medium terminals. Similarly, in January 2022, Get SAT announced that along with R4 Integration, the US Government agency had awarded them a multi-million-dollar contract to provide satellite communication for C-130 airplanes. Under this contract, the agency selected Get SAT’s Milli SAT EX Ka-band terminal, which is a compact all-in-one communications-on-the-move (COTM) Ka-band solution. This satellite terminal is designed to meet mission-critical requirements of C-130 airborne applications without requiring any modifications to the aircraft. The terminal offers an optimized for voice, video, and data transmission and provides high bandwidth data throughput exceeding 30 Mbps with HTS satellites. Thus, the rising demand for defense satellite communication solutions drives the requirement for various satellite communication terminals.
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Segmental Analysis
Based on application, the global satellite communication terminal market is segmented into military use and civil use. User terminals, satellites, and a ground network that provides control and interface functions make up satellite communications networks. The advantage of a satellite communications network is that it can connect people to voice, video, and data information in places where alternative terrestrial networks may not be possible. The benefits and drawbacks of this mode of communication are largely determined by the satellite and network arrangement. Military units can organize and coordinate their infantry and units in the field via communication satellites. They allow for tactical communication while on the go and are simple to integrate into vehicles, naval vessels, and airplanes. All such factors contributing the segment’s growth in the satellite communication terminal market.
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Regional Analysis
The North America satellite communication terminal market was valued at US$ 1.5 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach US$ 2.2 billion by 2028; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.6% during 2023–2028. The North America Satellite Communication Terminal Market is segmented into the US, Canada, and Mexico. The North America satellite communication terminal market is segmented into the US, Canada, and Mexico. North America is the most technologically advanced region, owing to high gross domestic product (GDP), positive outlook toward adoption of advanced technologies, high GDP per capita, favorable economic policies, high standard of living, and presence of a robust technology ecosystem. North America has a high emphasis on the defense sector as the governments spend significant amounts on the military, navy, and air force. Various domains such as telecommunication, media & entertainment, transportation & logistics, business & enterprise, scientific research & development, aviation, aerospace, defense, and retail & consumer drive the satellite communication terminal market in the region. As a part of the Commercial Broadband Satellite Program (CBSP), in August 2021, the US Navy has awarded a contract for 16 satellite communication terminals to L3Harris Technologies, Inc. This contract is said to be worth US$ 18 million and is expected to provide access to commercial broadband communications during maritime operations. CBSP ULV offers terminal-to-space, terminal-to-shore, and terrestrial connectivity in order to increase the throughput for commercial satellite communication. The CBSP program also consists of two US Navy contracts for distinct types of terminals, one for Unit-Level Variants (ULV) and another for Force-Level Variants (FLV). Similarly, in February 2023, the Inmarsat government announced that they had selected Cobham Satcom to supply SAILOR XTR user terminals to provide fast, reliable, and secure commercial satcom for the U.S. Navy Military Sealift Command’s (MSC) Next Generation Wideband service. Under this US$ 578 million contract, Cobham Satcom will replace all existing Ku-band user terminals on MSC vessels with the rapid deployment of 1 meter SAILOR 1000 XTR and 0.6-meter SAILOR 600 XTR Ka-band VSAT terminals. Thus, the rising demand for satellite communication in the region will further fuel the growth of the satellite communication terminal market.
As of 2019, several airports in the US were set for expansion. Some of them are Orlando International Airport, John F Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, and O'Hare International Airport, among others. The expansion of airports is expected to drive the demand for aviation satellite communication terminals. Since many people had to stay at home due to COVID-19 restrictions, the size of online viewed content has grown notably since March 2020. Considering low prices and exclusive content, more than 45% of US online adults subscribed to at least one streaming service by June 2020. Furthermore, the use of small and portable satellite communication terminals is increasing by retail consumers working in remote areas. These retail consumers include wildlife staff, fisheries, foresters, loggers, and geologists. The satellite communication terminal market in the North American region is expected to grow promisingly in the coming years.
Key Player Analysis
The satellite communication terminal market analysis consists of the players such as Airbus; AVL Technologies; Collins Aerospace; General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.; Honeywell International Inc.; L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; NEC Corporation; ST ENGINEERING; Thales Group; and Viasat, Inc. Among the players in the satellite communication terminal Collins Aerospace and NEC Corporation are the top two players owing to the diversified product portfolio offered.
Recent Developments
Inorganic and organic strategies such as mergers and acquisitions are highly adopted by companies in the satellite communication terminal market. A few recent key market developments are listed below:
- In April 2022, ST Engineering iDirect announced that satellite service provider X2nSat is leveraging their Mx-DMA MRC return technology on the Newtec Dialog platform to power their Smart Blending Technology. The Smart Blending Technology, featuring blended cellular and Ku-band satellite communications, is a connectivity solution that allows the delivery of live broadcasts and enables transmission continuity and disaster recovery by broadcasters and public safety agencies.
- In November 2021, ST Engineering iDirect announced that Kacific, a satellite broadband operator in Asia Pacific, has deployed its Mx-DMA MRC technology in conjunction with its Ka-band satellite, Kacific1, to provide high-speed, low-cost, and ultra-reliable broadband to rural and suburban areas of the Pacific and Southeast Asia.
- In April 2021, ST Engineering iDirect announced that satellite service provider—Ningbo BIRDSAT is leveraging their Mx-DMA MRC technology to offer differentiated services in the competitive market. ST Engineering iDirect’s Mx-DMA MRC technology helped Ningbo BIRDSAT to provide reliable and uninterrupted satellite connectivity to ~500 Chinese fishing vessels.
- In April 2021, The Egyptian Ministry of Military Production (MoMP) signed a deal with the U.S. defense company General Dynamics for the procurement of mobile SATCOMs-on-the-move 20M (SOTM) communication terminals.
- In Viasat announced federal aviation administration (FAA) approved the company’s Ka-band in-flight connectivity (IFC) solution for Gulfstream G450 aircraft, a large cabin jet often deployed on long-distance, international expeditions.
Report Coverage
Revenue forecast, Company Analysis, Industry landscape, Growth factors, and Trends
Segment Covered
Classification, Application, and Satellite Type
Regional Scope
North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, South & Central America
Country Scope
Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, UAE, UK, US
Frequently Asked Questions
The global market size of satellite communication terminal market by 2028 will be around US$ 6.0 billion.
1. Increasing Demand for Defense Satellite Communication Solutions
2. Growing Need for Uninterrupted Connectivity
3. Increasing LEO satellite
The satellite communication terminal market is expected to register an incremental growth value of US$ 1.7 billion during the forecast period
Viasat Inc., Airbus, General Dynamics, Thales Group and L3Harris Technologies are the key market players expected to hold a major market share of satellite communication terminal market in 2023.
The US is expected to hold a major market share of satellite communication terminal market in 2023.
Civil use segment is expected to hold a major market share of satellite communication terminal market in 2023.
The estimated global market size for the satellite communication terminal market in 2023 is expected to be around US$ 4.2 billion.
1. Growing Requirement for Customized SATCOM Solutions
2. Growing Advancement in Satellite Technology
Asia Pacific is expected to register highest CAGR in the satellite communication terminal market during the forecast period (2023-2028).
India, South Korea, and Germany are expected to register high growth rate during the forecast period.
The List of Companies - Satellite Communication Terminal Market
- Airbus
- AVL Technologies
- Collins Aerospace
- General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
- Honeywell International Inc.
- L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
- NEC Corporation
- ST ENGINEERING
- Thales Group
- Viasat, Inc.
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