Global Deep Space Exploration Market Size & Outlook

The global deep space exploration market size was estimated at USD 28,349.5 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 44,025.4 million by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 5.1% from 2025 to 2033.
Revenue, 2024 (US$M)
$28,349.5
Forecast, 2033 (US$M)
$44,025.4
CAGR, 2025 - 2033
5.1%
Report Coverage
Worldwide

Global deep space exploration market highlights

  • The global deep space exploration market generated a revenue of USD 28,349.5 million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 44,025.4 million by 2033.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR (2025 - 2033) of 5.1% by 2033.
  • In terms of segment, moon exploration accounted for a revenue of USD 11,061.0 million in 2024.
  • Mars Exploration is the most lucrative application segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • In terms of region, North America was the largest revenue generating market in 2024.
  • Country-wise, India is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2025 to 2033.

Global data book summary

Market revenue in 2024USD 28,349.5 million
Market revenue in 2033USD 44,025.4 million
Growth rate5.1% (CAGR from 2025 to 2033)
Largest segmentMoon exploration
Fastest growing segmentMars Exploration
Historical data covered2021 - 2023
Base year for estimation2024
Forecast period covered2025 - 2033
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationMoon Exploration, Transportation, Orbital Infrastructure, Mars Exploration

Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, the North America accounted for 51.2% of the global deep space exploration market in 2024.
  • By country, the U.S. is projected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2033.
  • By country, India is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 3,169.2 million by 2033.

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Deep Space Exploration Market Companies

Name Profile # Employees HQ Website
NEC Space Technologies View profile 251-500 Fuchu, Tokyo, Japan, Asia https://www.necspace.co.jp/
Sierra Nevada Corporation View profile 1001-5000 Sparks, Nevada, United States, North America https://www.sncorp.com
Airbus View profile 10001+ Leiden, Zuid-Holland, The Netherlands, Europe http://www.airbus.com
Thales Alenia Space View profile - Toulouse, Midi-Pyrenees, France, Europe http://www.thalesgroup.com/space
Lockheed Martin Corporation View profile - - -
Astrobotic Technology View profile 101-250 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, North America http://www.astrobotic.com
Blue Origin View profile 10001+ Kent, Washington, United States, North America http://www.blueorigin.com
SpaceX View profile 1001-5000 Hawthorne, California, United States, North America https://www.spacex.com
Maxar Technologies View profile 1001-5000 Westminster, Colorado, United States, North America https://www.maxar.com
Boeing Co View profile 171000 929 Long Bridge Drive, Arlington, VA, United States, 22202 https://www.boeing.com
Northrop Grumman Corp View profile 101000 2980 Fairview Park Drive, Falls Church, VA, United States, 22042 https://www.northropgrumman.com
Rocket Lab USA Inc View profile 1650 3881 McGowen Street, Long Beach, CA, United States, 90808 https://www.rocketlabusa.com

Global deep space exploration market outlook

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Moon exploration was the largest segment with a revenue share of 39.02% in 2024. Horizon Databook has segmented the Global deep space exploration market based on moon exploration, transportation, orbital infrastructure, mars exploration covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2021 to 2033.


  • Global Deep Space Exploration Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021-2033)
    • Moon Exploration
    • Transportation
    • Orbital Infrastructure
    • Mars Exploration
    • Others
  • Global Deep Space Exploration Subsystem Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021-2033)
    • Propulsion system
    • Command and control system
    • Navigation and guidance system
  • Global Deep Space Exploration Mission Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021-2033)
    • Manned Mission
    • Unmanned Mission
  • Global Deep Space Exploration End Use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021-2033)
    • Government Space Agencies
    • Commercial
    • Military
    • Others

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