Asia-Pacific Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Market Size
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Study Period | 2017 - 2029 |
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Market Size (2024) | USD 0.69 Billion |
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Market Size (2029) | USD 1.54 Billion |
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Largest Share by Orbit Class | LEO |
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CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 17.42 % |
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Largest Share by Country | South Korea |
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Market Concentration | Medium |
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*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order. |
Asia-Pacific Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Market Analysis
The Asia-Pacific Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Market size is estimated at USD 0.69 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 1.54 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 17.42% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
0.69 Billion
Market Size in 2024 (USD)
1.54 Billion
Market Size in 2029 (USD)
26.77 %
CAGR (2017-2023)
17.42 %
CAGR (2024-2029)
Largest Market by Satellite Mass
65.83 %
value share, 100-500kg, 2022
Minisatellites with expanded capacity for enterprise data (retail and banking), oil, gas, and mining, and governments in developed countries pose high demand. The demand for minisatellites with a LEO is increasing due to their expanded capacity.
Largest Market by Application
78.69 %
value share, Communication, 2022
Governments, space agencies, defense agencies, private defense contractors, and private space industry players are emphasizing the enhancement of the communication network capabilities for various public and military reconnaissance applications.
Largest Market by Orbit Class
72.49 %
value share, LEO, 2022
LEO satellites are increasingly being adopted in modern communication technologies. These satellites serve an important role in Earth observation applications.
Largest Market by End User
69.05 %
value share, Commercial, 2022
Increasing usage of small satellites for telecommunication services generates the need to deploy advanced communication satellites for commercial purposes thereby the requirement of these satellite buses has become more relevant
Leading Market Player
30 %
market share, Sitael S.p.A., 2022
SITAEL SpA is the leading player in the market. The company designs and manufactures various satellite parts and components, along with navigation systems such as guidance, navigation, and control systems (AOCS/GNC).
Satellites that are being launched into LEO are driving the market demand
- Satellite AOCS plays a critical role in maintaining the stability and precision of satellites in different orbits. The demand for LEO satellites has been growing rapidly in recent years, driven by advances in space technology and the increasing need for global connectivity. AOCS plays a crucial role in maintaining the stability and precision of LEO satellites, especially as they orbit at high speeds and are subject to various external forces, including atmospheric drag and solar radiation. As a result, there is a growing demand for AOCS for LEO satellites in the Asia-Pacific region, with China, Japan, India, and South Korea investing heavily in space-based technologies. During 2017-2022, approximately 379 satellites were launched into LEO.
- GEO satellites orbit at higher altitudes and are primarily used for broadcasting and communications. Owing to the growing demand for high-speed internet and digital communication, the demand for GEO satellites has risen in the Asia-Pacific region. During 2017-2022, approximately 66 satellites were launched into GEO.
- The Asia-Pacific region also experienced a rise in demand for MEO satellites, owing to the growing requirement for accurate and dependable navigation systems in several industries, including aviation, maritime, and defence. As a result, the region is seeing an increase in demand for AOCS for MEO satellites, with China, Japan, and South Korea spending considerably on navigation and positioning systems. During 2017-2022, approximately 24 satellites were launched into MEO. The overall market is expected to grow by 18.42% from 2023 to 2029.
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Asia-Pacific Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Market Trends
The trend for better fuel and operational efficiency with respect to satellite mass was witnessed in the region
- The mass of a satellite has a significant impact on the launch of the satellite. This is because the heavier the satellite, the more fuel and energy are required to launch it into space. Launching a satellite involves accelerating it to a very high speed, typically around 28,000 kilometers per hour, to place it in orbit around the Earth. The amount of energy required to achieve this speed is proportional to the satellite's mass.
- As a result, a heavier satellite requires a larger rocket and more fuel to launch it into space. This, in turn, increases the cost of the launch and can also limit the types of launch vehicles that can be used. The primary classification types according to mass are large satellites that are more than 1,000 kg. During 2017-2022, around 75+ large satellites launched were owned by North American organizations. A medium-sized satellite has a mass between 500 and 1000 kg. Asia-Pacific organizations operated more than 65+ satellites launched. Similarly, satellites that have a group of less than 500 kg are considered small satellites, and around 200+ small satellites were launched in this region.
- Overall, the mass of a satellite significantly impacts its launch, requiring more energy and fuel to launch a heavier satellite, which increases the cost and can limit the launch options available. The number of operating satellites in the Asia-Pacific region is projected to surge during 2023-2029 due to the growing demand from the commercial and military space sectors.
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The increasing space expenditures of different space agencies are expected to impact the market positively
- AOCS controls a three-axis stable Earth-pointing attitude in all mission modes and measures spacecraft velocity and orbital position. Considering the increase in space-related activities in the Asia-Pacific region, satellite manufacturers are enhancing their satellite production capabilities to tap into the rapidly emerging market potentials. The prominent Asia-Pacific countries with robust space infrastructure are China, India, Japan, and South Korea.
- China National Space Administration (CNSA) announced space exploration priorities during 2021–2025, including enhancing national civil space infrastructure and ground facilities. As a part of this plan, the Chinese government established China Satellite Network Group Co. Ltd to develop a 13,000-satellite constellation for satellite internet.
- In Asia-Pacific, only China, India, and Japan have full end-to-end space capacity and complete space infrastructure space technology (communication, Earth observation (EO), and navigation satellites), satellite manufacturing, rockets, and spaceports. Other countries in the region must rely on international cooperation to carry out their respective space programs. This is expected to change to some extent in the coming years, although many countries in the region are developing indigenous space capabilities as part of their latest agile strategies. In June 2022, South Korea launched the Nuri rocket, putting six satellites into orbit, making it the seventh country in the world to successfully launch a payload weighing more than one metric ton onto an air launch vehicle.
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OTHER KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS COVERED IN THE REPORT
- The increased importance of satellite miniaturization has aided the growth of the region
Asia-Pacific Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Industry Overview
The Asia-Pacific Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Market is moderately consolidated, with the top five companies occupying 55%. The major players in this market are AAC Clyde Space, Jena-Optronik, SENER Group, Sitael S.p.A. and Thales (sorted alphabetically).
Asia-Pacific Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Market Leaders
AAC Clyde Space
Jena-Optronik
SENER Group
Sitael S.p.A.
Thales
Other important companies include Innovative Solutions in Space BV, NewSpace Systems.
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.
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Asia-Pacific Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Market News
- February 2023: Jena-Optronik announced that it has been selected by satellite constellation manufacturer Airbus OneWeb Satellites to provide the ASTRO CL a Attitude and Orbit Control Systems (AOCS) sensor for the ARROW family of small satellites.
- December 2022: ASTRO CL, the smallest member of Jena-Optronik's ASTRO star tracker family, has been chosen to support the new proliferated LEO satellite platform at Maxar. Each satellite will carry two ASTRO CL star trackers to enable its guidance, navigation and control.
- November 2022: NASA's mission Artemis I was equipped with two star sensors by Jena-Optronik GmbH, which would ensure the precise alignment of the spaceship on its way to the Moon.
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Asia-Pacific Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Market Report - Table of Contents
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & KEY FINDINGS
REPORT OFFERS
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. Study Assumptions & Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Study
1.3. Research Methodology
2. KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS
2.1. Satellite Miniaturization
2.2. Satellite Mass
2.3. Spending On Space Programs
2.4. Regulatory Framework
2.4.1. Australia
2.4.2. Japan
2.4.3. Singapore
2.5. Value Chain & Distribution Channel Analysis
3. MARKET SEGMENTATION (includes market size in Value in USD, Forecasts up to 2029 and analysis of growth prospects)
3.1. Application
3.1.1. Communication
3.1.2. Earth Observation
3.1.3. Navigation
3.1.4. Space Observation
3.1.5. Others
3.2. Satellite Mass
3.2.1. 10-100kg
3.2.2. 100-500kg
3.2.3. 500-1000kg
3.2.4. Below 10 Kg
3.2.5. above 1000kg
3.3. Orbit Class
3.3.1. GEO
3.3.2. LEO
3.3.3. MEO
3.4. End User
3.4.1. Commercial
3.4.2. Military & Government
3.4.3. Other
4. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
4.1. Key Strategic Moves
4.2. Market Share Analysis
4.3. Company Landscape
4.4. Company Profiles (includes Global Level Overview, Market Level Overview, Core Business Segments, Financials, Headcount, Key Information, Market Rank, Market Share, Products and Services, and Analysis of Recent Developments).
4.4.1. AAC Clyde Space
4.4.2. Innovative Solutions in Space BV
4.4.3. Jena-Optronik
4.4.4. NewSpace Systems
4.4.5. SENER Group
4.4.6. Sitael S.p.A.
4.4.7. Thales
5. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR SATELLITE CEOS
6. APPENDIX
6.1. Global Overview
6.1.1. Overview
6.1.2. Porter's Five Forces Framework
6.1.3. Global Value Chain Analysis
6.1.4. Market Dynamics (DROs)
6.2. Sources & References
6.3. List of Tables & Figures
6.4. Primary Insights
6.5. Data Pack
6.6. Glossary of Terms
List of Tables & Figures
- Figure 1:
- MINIATURE SATELLITES (BELOW 10KG), NUMBER OF LAUNCHES, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2022
- Figure 2:
- SATELLITE MASS (ABOVE 10KG) BY REGION, NUMBER OF SATELLITES LAUNCHED, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2022
- Figure 3:
- SPENDING ON SPACE PROGRAMS BY REGION, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2022
- Figure 4:
- ASIA-PACIFIC SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET, VALUE, USD, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 5:
- VALUE OF SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET BY APPLICATION, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 6:
- VALUE SHARE OF SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET BY APPLICATION, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 7:
- VALUE OF COMMUNICATION MARKET, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 8:
- VALUE OF EARTH OBSERVATION MARKET, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 9:
- VALUE OF NAVIGATION MARKET, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 10:
- VALUE OF SPACE OBSERVATION MARKET, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 11:
- VALUE OF OTHERS MARKET, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 12:
- VALUE OF SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET BY SATELLITE MASS, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 13:
- VALUE SHARE OF SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET BY SATELLITE MASS, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 14:
- VALUE OF 10-100KG MARKET, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 15:
- VALUE OF 100-500KG MARKET, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 16:
- VALUE OF 500-1000KG MARKET, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 17:
- VALUE OF BELOW 10 KG MARKET, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 18:
- VALUE OF ABOVE 1000KG MARKET, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 19:
- VALUE OF SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET BY ORBIT CLASS, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 20:
- VALUE SHARE OF SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET BY ORBIT CLASS, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 21:
- VALUE OF GEO MARKET, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 22:
- VALUE OF LEO MARKET, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 23:
- VALUE OF MEO MARKET, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 24:
- VALUE OF SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET BY END USER, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 25:
- VALUE SHARE OF SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET BY END USER, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 26:
- VALUE OF COMMERCIAL MARKET, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 27:
- VALUE OF MILITARY & GOVERNMENT MARKET, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 28:
- VALUE OF OTHER MARKET, USD, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 29:
- NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES OF MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES, ASIA-PACIFIC SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 30:
- TOTAL NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES OF COMPANIES, ASIA-PACIFIC SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 31:
- MARKET SHARE OF ASIA-PACIFIC SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET, %, ASIA-PACIFIC, 2022
Asia-Pacific Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Industry Segmentation
Communication, Earth Observation, Navigation, Space Observation, Others are covered as segments by Application. 10-100kg, 100-500kg, 500-1000kg, Below 10 Kg, above 1000kg are covered as segments by Satellite Mass. GEO, LEO, MEO are covered as segments by Orbit Class. Commercial, Military & Government are covered as segments by End User.
- Satellite AOCS plays a critical role in maintaining the stability and precision of satellites in different orbits. The demand for LEO satellites has been growing rapidly in recent years, driven by advances in space technology and the increasing need for global connectivity. AOCS plays a crucial role in maintaining the stability and precision of LEO satellites, especially as they orbit at high speeds and are subject to various external forces, including atmospheric drag and solar radiation. As a result, there is a growing demand for AOCS for LEO satellites in the Asia-Pacific region, with China, Japan, India, and South Korea investing heavily in space-based technologies. During 2017-2022, approximately 379 satellites were launched into LEO.
- GEO satellites orbit at higher altitudes and are primarily used for broadcasting and communications. Owing to the growing demand for high-speed internet and digital communication, the demand for GEO satellites has risen in the Asia-Pacific region. During 2017-2022, approximately 66 satellites were launched into GEO.
- The Asia-Pacific region also experienced a rise in demand for MEO satellites, owing to the growing requirement for accurate and dependable navigation systems in several industries, including aviation, maritime, and defence. As a result, the region is seeing an increase in demand for AOCS for MEO satellites, with China, Japan, and South Korea spending considerably on navigation and positioning systems. During 2017-2022, approximately 24 satellites were launched into MEO. The overall market is expected to grow by 18.42% from 2023 to 2029.
| Application | |
| Communication | |
| Earth Observation | |
| Navigation | |
| Space Observation | |
| Others |
| Satellite Mass | |
| 10-100kg | |
| 100-500kg | |
| 500-1000kg | |
| Below 10 Kg | |
| above 1000kg |
| Orbit Class | |
| GEO | |
| LEO | |
| MEO |
| End User | |
| Commercial | |
| Military & Government | |
| Other |
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Market Definition
- Application - Various applications or purposes of the satellites are classified into communication, earth observation, space observation, navigation, and others. The purposes listed are those self-reported by the satellite’s operator.
- End User - The primary users or end users of the satellite is described as civil (academic, amateur), commercial, government (meteorological, scientific, etc.), military. Satellites can be multi-use, for both commercial and military applications.
- Launch Vehicle MTOW - The launch vehicle MTOW (maximum take-off weight) means the maximum weight of the launch vehicle during take-off, including the weight of payload, equipment and fuel.
- Orbit Class - The satellite orbits are divided into three broad classes namely GEO, LEO, and MEO. Satellites in elliptical orbits have apogees and perigees that differ significantly from each other and categorized satellite orbits with eccentricity 0.14 and higher as elliptical.
- Propulsion tech - Under this segment, different types of satellite propulsion systems have been classified as electric, liquid-fuel and gas-based propulsion systems.
- Satellite Mass - Under this segment, different types of satellite propulsion systems have been classified as electric, liquid-fuel and gas-based propulsion systems.
- Satellite Subsystem - All the components and subsystems which includes propellants, buses, solar panels, other hardware of satellites are included under this segment.
| Keyword | Definition |
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| Attitude Control | The orientation of the satellite relative to the Earth and the sun. |
| INTELSAT | The International Telecommunications Satellite Organization operates a network of satellites for international transmission. |
| Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO) | Geostationary satellites in Earth orbit 35,786 km (22,282 mi) above the equator in the same direction and at the same speed as the earth rotates on its axis, making them appear fixed in the sky. |
| Low Earth Orbit (LEO) | Low Earth Orbit satellites orbit from 160-2000km above the earth, take approximately 1.5 hours for a full orbit and only cover a portion of the earth’s surface. |
| Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) | MEO satellites are located above LEO and below GEO satellites and typically travel in an elliptical orbit over the North and South Pole or in an equatorial orbit. |
| Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) | Very Small Aperture Terminal is an antenna that is typically less than 3 meters in diameter |
| CubeSat | CubeSat is a class of miniature satellites based on a form factor consisting of 10 cm cubes. CubeSats weigh no more than 2 kg per unit and typically use commercially available components for their construction and electronics. |
| Small Satellite Launch Vehicles (SSLVs) | Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) is a three-stage Launch Vehicle configured with three Solid Propulsion Stages and a liquid propulsion-based Velocity Trimming Module (VTM) as a terminal stage |
| Space Mining | Asteroid mining is the hypothesis of extracting material from asteroids and other asteroids, including near-Earth objects. |
| Nano Satellites | Nanosatellites are loosely defined as any satellite weighing less than 10 kilograms. |
| Automatic Identification System (AIS) | Automatic identification system (AIS) is an automatic tracking system used to identify and locate ships by exchanging electronic data with other nearby ships, AIS base stations, and satellites. Satellite AIS (S-AIS) is the term used to describe when a satellite is used to detect AIS signatures. |
| Reusable launch vehicles (RLVs) | Reusable launch vehicle (RLV) means a launch vehicle that is designed to return to Earth substantially intact and therefore may be launched more than one time or that contains vehicle stages that may be recovered by a launch operator for future use in the operation of a substantially similar launch vehicle. |
| Apogee | The point in an elliptical satellite orbit which is farthest from the surface of the earth. Geosynchronous satellites which maintain circular orbits around the earth are first launched into highly elliptical orbits with apogees of 22,237 miles. |
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