A satellite antenna is a device designed for transmitting or receiving microwaves to and from satellites. Operating by focusing the satellite's transmitting power on a specific geographical region on Earth, these antennas prevent interference from signals transmitted outside the designated service area.
The primary types of satellite antennas encompass flat panel antennas, parabolic reflector antennas, and horn antennas. Parabolic reflector antennas find applications in domestic satellite television reception, terrestrial microwave data links, and general satellite communications. The components of satellite antennas include reflectors, feed horns, feed networks, low-noise converters, and others. These antennas operate in frequency bands such as C band, K/KU/KA band, S and L band, X band, VHF and UHF band, and are used in space, land, and maritime navigation.
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The satellite antenna market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.53 billion in 2024 to $3.86 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to global expansion of satellite communication, demand for high data transmission rates, rise in demand for broadcasting services, military and defense applications, exploration and navigation needs.
The satellite antenna market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.12 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to emergence of low earth orbit (LEO) satellites, demand for high-frequency bands, expansion of 5G satellite networks, increasing space exploration missions. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in antenna systems, demand for high-throughput satellite (HTS) systems, focus on antenna design for electrically small satellites, increased emphasis on antenna testing and simulation, rising interest in inter-satellite links (ISL).
The growing demand for small satellites is propelling the satellite antenna market. Small satellites are cost-effective and less expensive to launch while providing efficient connectivity. The increased deployment of these satellites has spurred innovation and growth within the satellite antenna industry, creating a need for more compact, affordable, and technologically advanced antenna systems. For example, the United States Government Accountability Office (GAO) and Euroconsult plan to launch a significant number of small satellites by 2030. As of spring 2022, there were approximately 5,500 active satellites in orbit, with projections estimating an additional 58,000 launches by 2030, primarily in low Earth orbit (LEO). Thus, the rising demand for small satellites is expected to enhance the market demand for satellite antennas.
The growing adoption of IoT devices is likely to drive the expansion of the satellite antenna market in the future. IoT refers to a network of interconnected physical devices, vehicles, appliances, and other objects embedded with sensors, software, and network connectivity. Satellite antennas offer global coverage, enabling IoT devices to connect and communicate seamlessly across remote locations. This ensures that IoT devices remain operational during natural disasters, facilitates real-time data transmission, asset tracking, and management, and provides a secure and reliable means of connectivity for IoT devices, thereby reducing vulnerabilities associated with traditional communication networks. For instance, in March 2023, Exploding Topics, a US-based online platform offering insights into emerging and trending topics, projected that there will be 25.4 billion IoT devices by 2030. Consequently, the increasing adoption of IoT devices is driving the growth of the satellite antenna market.
Major companies in the satellite antenna market are focusing on advancements in ultra-compact satellite antennas, including maritime satellite TV antennas, to improve connectivity, portability, and performance across various applications. A maritime satellite TV antenna is a specialized device designed to receive satellite television signals on moving vessels. It automatically adjusts to maintain a stable connection, ensuring that users have access to entertainment and news while at sea. For example, in July 2024, Cobham Satcom, a Denmark-based company, introduced the Sea Tel 370s TV, which enhances television access onboard cruise ships and mega yachts by offering high-quality programming with automatic C-band switching and 5G interference mitigation. This innovation aims to boost guest satisfaction while lowering operational costs and maintenance requirements.
Major companies in the satellite antenna market are introducing new products such as flat panel antennas to gain a competitive edge. A flat panel antenna, characterized by its flat, planar shape, was launched by Kymeta Corporation, a US-based company specializing in satellite communication and flat-panel antenna technology, in June 2023. The Peregrine u8 LEO terminal aims to revolutionize marine communications with its energy efficiency, compact size, and not requiring high-power below-deck hardware, providing solutions for military and commercial applications.
In May 2023, Viasat Inc., a US-based communications company providing satellite and wireless communication services, acquired Inmarsat Global Limited for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition was expected to broaden access to a wider range of international services, emphasizing enhanced connectivity for government and consumer markets. Inmarsat Global Limited, based in the UK, is a satellite telecommunications company providing mobile communication services via satellite.
Major companies operating in the satellite antenna market include Airbus SAS, General Dynamics Corporation, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Honeywell International Inc., Thales Group, L3Harris Technologies, CommScope Holding Company Inc., Viasat Inc., Cobham plc, Advantech Wireless Inc., EchoStar Corporation, Romantis GmbH, Maxar Technologies Inc., Inmarsat Global Limited, Skyware Technologies Ltd., Airbus Defence and Space Government Solutions Inc., MacDonald Dettwiler and Associates Ltd., Communications & Power Industries LLC, Comtech Telecommunications Corp, Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd., Intellian Technologies Inc., Satcom Direct Communications Inc., SpaceStar Technology Applications Co Ltd., Kymeta Corporation, Norsat International Inc., TECOM Industries Inc., C-COM Satellite Systems Inc., Pulse Power & Measurement Ltd., Elite Antennas Ltd., Orbital Systems (Pty) Ltd., SatPro Agro Pvt Ltd., Skytech Research Ltd., ThinKom Solutions Inc.
North America was the largest region in the satellite antenna market in 2024. Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the satellite antenna market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the satellite antenna market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The satellite antenna market consists of sales of wire antennas, horn antennas, reflector antennas, and array antennas. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.
The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
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The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth. It covers the growth trajectory of COVID-19 for all regions, key developed countries and major emerging markets.
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The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
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Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. Satellite Antenna Market Characteristics
3. Satellite Antenna Market Trends And Strategies
4. Satellite Antenna Market - Macro Economic Scenario Macro Economic Scenario Including The Impact Of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics And Covid And Recovery On The Market
5. Global Satellite Antenna Growth Analysis And Strategic Analysis Framework
5.1. Global Satellite Antenna PESTEL Analysis (Political, Social, Technological, Environmental and Legal Factors, Drivers and Restraints)
5.2. Analysis Of End Use Industries
5.3. Global Satellite Antenna Market Growth Rate Analysis
5.4. Global Satellite Antenna Historic Market Size and Growth, 2019 - 2024, Value ($ Billion)
5.5. Global Satellite Antenna Forecast Market Size and Growth, 2024 - 2029, 2034F, Value ($ Billion)
5.6. Global Satellite Antenna Total Addressable Market (TAM)
6. Satellite Antenna Market Segmentation
6.1. Global Satellite Antenna Market, Segmentation By Antenna Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Flat Panel Antenna
Parabolic Reflector Antenna
Horn Antenna
6.2. Global Satellite Antenna Market, Segmentation By Component Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Reflectors
Feed Horns
Feed Networks
Low Noise Converters
Other Component Types
6.3. Global Satellite Antenna Market, Segmentation By Frequency Band, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
C Band
K/KU/KA Band
S And L Band
X Band
VHF And UHF Band
Other Frequency Bands
6.4. Global Satellite Antenna Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Space
Land
Maritime
6.5. Global Satellite Antenna Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Flat Panel Antenna, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Active Flat Panel Antenna
Passive Flat Panel Antenna
6.6. Global Satellite Antenna Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Parabolic Reflector Antenna, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
C-Band Parabolic Reflector Antenna
Ku-band Parabolic Reflector Antenna
Ka-Band Parabolic Reflector Antenna
6.7. Global Satellite Antenna Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Horn Antenna, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Standard Horn Antenna
Sectoral Horn Antenna
Conical Horn Antenna
7. Satellite Antenna Market Regional And Country Analysis
7.1. Global Satellite Antenna Market, Split By Region, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
7.2. Global Satellite Antenna Market, Split By Country, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion