North America Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Market Size
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Study Period | 2017 - 2029 |
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Market Size (2024) | USD 1.77 Billion |
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Market Size (2029) | USD 3.40 Billion |
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Largest Share by Orbit Class | LEO |
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CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 13.95 % |
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Largest Share by Country | United States |
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Market Concentration | High |
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*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order. |
North America Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Market Analysis
The North America Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Market size is estimated at USD 1.77 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 3.40 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 13.95% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
1.77 Billion
Market Size in 2024 (USD)
3.40 Billion
Market Size in 2029 (USD)
38.21 %
CAGR (2017-2023)
13.95 %
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
The commercial segment is expected to occupy a significant share because of the increasing use of satellites for various telecommunication services.
Leading Market Player
42.69 %
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).
Increasing launches of LEO satellites are driving the market demand
- The satellite AOCS market is experiencing strong growth, driven by the increasing demand for LEO satellites, which are used for communication, navigation, Earth observation, military reconnaissance, and scientific missions. Between 2017 and 2022, approximately 3,021 satellites were launched into LEO. In addition, the demand for AOCS is growing because of the increasing need for high-speed internet access, particularly in rural and remote areas. This has led companies such as SpaceX, OneWeb, and Amazon to plan the launch of thousands of satellites into LEO.
- Additionally, to ensure the proper functioning of GEO satellites, AOCS must perform a range of tasks, including controlling the satellite’s orientation and stabilizing its position. Manufacturers like Honeywell Aerospace provide a range of AOCS products and services for GEO satellites, including the Momentum and Attitude Control System (MACS) and the Digital Star Tracker (DST). Between 2017 and 2022, approximately 33 satellites were launched into GEO.
- In recent years, the military’s use of MEO satellites has grown due to their different advantages, including increased signal strength, improved communications and data transfer capabilities, and greater coverage area. For instance, Raytheon Technologies’ Intelligence & Space and Boeing’s Millennium Space Systems are developing the first prototype Missile Track Custody (MTC) MEO OPIR payloads to detect and track hypersonic missiles for the US Space Force’s SSC that are expected to use various AOCS systems to maintain their orbit. Between 2017 and 2022, approximately seven satellites were launched into MEO. The overall market is expected to grow by 14.77% during 2023-2029.
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North America Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Market Trends
Small satellites are poised to create demand in the market
- The classification of spacecraft by mass is one of the main metrics for determining the launch vehicle size and cost of launching satellites into orbit. The success of a satellite mission depends on the accuracy of measuring its mass prior to the flight and the proper balance of the satellite to yield the mass within limits.
- Satellites are classified according to mass. The major classification type is large satellites that are more than 1,000 kg. During 2017-2022, around 45+ large satellites launched were owned by North American organizations. A medium-sized satellite is a satellite with a mass between 500 and 1000 kg. More than 80 satellites launched were operated by North American organizations. Similarly, satellites with a mass of less than 500 kg are considered small satellites, and around 2900+ small satellites were launched in this region.
- There is a growing trend toward small satellites in the region because of their shorter development time which can reduce overall mission costs. They have made it possible to significantly reduce the time required to obtain scientific and technological results. Small spacecraft missions tend to be flexible and can therefore be more responsive to new technological opportunities or needs. The small satellite industry in the United States is supported by the presence of a robust framework for the design and manufacture of small satellites tailored to serve specific application profiles. The number of satellites operating in North America is expected to surge during 2023-2029 because of the growing demand in the commercial and military space segment.
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Investment opportunities in the market
- In North America, government expenditure for space programs hit a record of approximately 24 billion in 2022. The region is the epicenter of space innovation and research, with the presence of the world's biggest space agency, NASA. In 2022, the US government spent nearly USD 62 billion on its space programs, making it the highest spender on space in the world. In terms of research and investment grant, the region's governments and the private sector have dedicated funds for research and innovation in the space sector. Agencies spend available budgetary resources by making financial promises called obligations. For instance, till February 2023, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) distributed USD 333 million as research grants.
- In October 2020, the Space Development Agency (SDA) awarded a USD 149 million contract to SpaceX for the design, manufacture, and launch of a new military satellite capable of tracking and providing early warnings of hypersonic missile launches. A similar contract worth USD 193 million was awarded to L3Harris during the same timeframe. A total of eight satellites are scheduled to be manufactured by both companies and are meant to be the first crucial part of the SDA’s Tracking Layer Tranche 0, which is designed to provide missile tracking for the Defense Department from space using infrared sensors. Apart from the United States, the Canadian space sector adds USD 2.3 billion to the Canadian GDP and employs 10,000 people, according to the Canadian government. The government reports that 90% of Canadian space firms are small and medium-sized businesses. The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) budget is modest, and the estimated budgetary spending for 2022-2023 is USD 329 million.
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OTHER KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS COVERED IN THE REPORT
- Global rising demand for satellite miniaturization is expected to open new scope of opportunities
North America Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Industry Overview
The North America Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Market is fairly consolidated, with the top five companies occupying 82.65%. The major players in this market are Jena-Optronik, OHB SE, SENER Group, Sitael S.p.A. and Thales (sorted alphabetically).
North America Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Market Leaders
Jena-Optronik
OHB SE
SENER Group
Sitael S.p.A.
Thales
Other important companies include AAC Clyde Space, Innovative Solutions in Space BV, NewSpace Systems.
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North America 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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North America 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. Canada
2.4.2. United States
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. OHB SE
4.4.6. SENER Group
4.4.7. Sitael S.p.A.
4.4.8. 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, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2022
- Figure 2:
- SATELLITE MASS (ABOVE 10KG) BY REGION, NUMBER OF SATELLITES LAUNCHED, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2022
- Figure 3:
- SPENDING ON SPACE PROGRAMS BY REGION, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2022
- Figure 4:
- NORTH AMERICA 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, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 6:
- VALUE SHARE OF SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET BY APPLICATION, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 7:
- VALUE OF COMMUNICATION MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 8:
- VALUE OF EARTH OBSERVATION MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 9:
- VALUE OF NAVIGATION MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 10:
- VALUE OF SPACE OBSERVATION MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 11:
- VALUE OF OTHERS MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 12:
- VALUE OF SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET BY SATELLITE MASS, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 13:
- VALUE SHARE OF SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET BY SATELLITE MASS, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 14:
- VALUE OF 10-100KG MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 15:
- VALUE OF 100-500KG MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 16:
- VALUE OF 500-1000KG MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 17:
- VALUE OF BELOW 10 KG MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 18:
- VALUE OF ABOVE 1000KG MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 19:
- VALUE OF SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET BY ORBIT CLASS, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 20:
- VALUE SHARE OF SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET BY ORBIT CLASS, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 21:
- VALUE OF GEO MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 22:
- VALUE OF LEO MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 23:
- VALUE OF MEO MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 24:
- VALUE OF SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET BY END USER, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 25:
- VALUE SHARE OF SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET BY END USER, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 26:
- VALUE OF COMMERCIAL MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 27:
- VALUE OF MILITARY & GOVERNMENT MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 28:
- VALUE OF OTHER MARKET, USD, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 29:
- NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES OF MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES, NORTH AMERICA SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 30:
- TOTAL NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES OF COMPANIES, NORTH AMERICA SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET, NORTH AMERICA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 31:
- MARKET SHARE OF NORTH AMERICA SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET, %, NORTH AMERICA, 2022
North America 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.
- The satellite AOCS market is experiencing strong growth, driven by the increasing demand for LEO satellites, which are used for communication, navigation, Earth observation, military reconnaissance, and scientific missions. Between 2017 and 2022, approximately 3,021 satellites were launched into LEO. In addition, the demand for AOCS is growing because of the increasing need for high-speed internet access, particularly in rural and remote areas. This has led companies such as SpaceX, OneWeb, and Amazon to plan the launch of thousands of satellites into LEO.
- Additionally, to ensure the proper functioning of GEO satellites, AOCS must perform a range of tasks, including controlling the satellite’s orientation and stabilizing its position. Manufacturers like Honeywell Aerospace provide a range of AOCS products and services for GEO satellites, including the Momentum and Attitude Control System (MACS) and the Digital Star Tracker (DST). Between 2017 and 2022, approximately 33 satellites were launched into GEO.
- In recent years, the military’s use of MEO satellites has grown due to their different advantages, including increased signal strength, improved communications and data transfer capabilities, and greater coverage area. For instance, Raytheon Technologies’ Intelligence & Space and Boeing’s Millennium Space Systems are developing the first prototype Missile Track Custody (MTC) MEO OPIR payloads to detect and track hypersonic missiles for the US Space Force’s SSC that are expected to use various AOCS systems to maintain their orbit. Between 2017 and 2022, approximately seven satellites were launched into MEO. The overall market is expected to grow by 14.77% during 2023-2029.
| 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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