Satellite Communication Market To Reach $223.06 Billion By 2033

Satellite Communication Market Growth & Trends

The global satellite communication market size is expected to reach USD 223.06 billion by 2033, registering a CAGR of 11.0% from 2026 to 2033, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The rising demand for small satellites for tactical communication, geospace and atmospheric research, and medium-resolution imagery in military and defense applications is driving this growth. The growing demand for Satellite Communication (SATCOM) solutions across the aviation industry to improve air traffic management and airline operations is also expected to drive the market.

The advent of the 5G network and several scheduled Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) and Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites launches are likely to favor the expansion of the SATCOM market. In addition, the evolution of satcom in the connectivity sector has prompted SATCOM operators to offer solutions that can be integrated with IoT devices to enable seamless data exchange and connectivity. For instance, in July 2022, EchoStar Mobile Limited, a mobile satellite services provider, announced the deployment of its pan-European LoRa-equipped IoT network operating in the S-band spectrum via the EchoStar XXI satellite.

Satcom providers have been shifting their focus on providing high bandwidth satcom transponders with higher throughput and a lower price point. The adoption of satcom transponders has significantly increased owing to the growing demand for high-speed broadband from domestic users as well as corporates, and the expansion of Ka-band and Ku-band services. Moreover, ambitious space development missions by space organizations, including the China National Space Administration and the Indian Space Research Organization, are likely to drive the market over the forecast period.

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Satellite Communication Market Report Highlights

• The satellite communication industry is witnessing the adoption of advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), which are driving the emergence of Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS).

• The services segment accounted for the largest share of 58.6% in 2025. The segment growth can be attributed to the global expansion of the media and entertainment industries, coupled with the increasing demand for satellite television in emerging nations.

• The low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites segment held the largest market share in 2025. The increasing demand for global internet coverage, particularly in underserved or remote areas where traditional broadband infrastructure is either too costly or challenging to deploy, is driving the growth of low-earth-orbit satellites for communication.

• The Ku-band segment dominated the market in 2025. The Ku-band frequency segment covers frequencies ranging from 10.7 to 14.5 GHz. The application of Ku-band frequencies in fixed satellite television data services drives market growth.

• The broadcasting segment dominated the market in 2025. This segment growth can be attributed to the growing demand for satellite communications in pay-TV and radio applications. DTH providers use satcom to deliver services to customers and ensure seamless connectivity, even in remote and inaccessible areas.

• The media & broadcasting segment dominated the market in 2025. The media & broadcasting industry is one of the leading consumers of satellite communication technology.

• The North America satellite communication market accounted for a 34.5% share of the overall market in 2025. Growing demand for satellite broadband services, especially for providing reliable connectivity in remote, hard-to-reach, and underserved regions of North America, is likely to drive regional growth over the forecast period.

Satellite Communication Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global satellite communication market report based on component, satellite constellations, frequency band, application, vertical, and region:

Satellite Communication Component Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)

• Equipment

  • Satcom Transmitter/Transponder

  • Satcom Antenna

  • Satcom Transceiver

  • Satcom Receiver

  • Satcom Modem/Router

  • Others (Block-up converters, controllers)

• Services

Satellite Constellations Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)

• Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellites

• Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) Satellites

• Geostationary Equatorial Orbit (GEO) Satellites

Satellite Communication Frequency Band Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)

• L-band

• S-band

• C-band

• X-band

• Ku-band

• Ka-band

Satellite Communication Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)

• Asset Tracking/Monitoring

• Airtime

  • M2M

  • Voice

  • Data

• Drones Connectivity

• Data Backup and Recovery

• Navigation and Monitoring

• Tele-medicine

• Broadcasting

• Others

Satellite Communication Vertical Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)

• Energy & Utility

• Government & Defense

  • Government (Civil Uses)

  • Emergency Responders

  • Defense

• Transport & Cargo

  • Fleet Management

  • Rail services

• Maritime

• Mining and Oil & Gas

  • Oil & Gas

  • Mining

• Agriculture

• Communication Companies

• Corporates/Enterprises

• Media & Broadcasting

• Events

• Aviation

• Environmental & Monitoring

• Forestry

• End User - Consumer

• Healthcare

• Others

Satellite Communication Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)

• North America

  • U.S.

  • Canada

  • Mexico

• Europe

  • Germany

  • UK

  • France

  • Italy

• Asia Pacific

  • China

  • Japan

  • India

  • South Korea

  • Australia

• Latin America

  • Brazil

• Middle East and Africa (MEA)

  • KSA

  • UAE

  • South Africa

List of Key Players in the Satellite Communication Market

• Viasat, Inc.

• SES S.A

• Intelsat S.A.

• Telesat Corporation

• EchoStar Corporation

• L3Harris Technologies, Inc.

• Thuraya Telecommunications Company (Yashat)

• SKY Perfect JSAT Holdings Inc.

• Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd.

• Cobham Limited