Europe Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Market Size
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Study Period | 2017 - 2029 |
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Market Size (2024) | USD 117.87 Million |
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Market Size (2029) | USD 255.79 Million |
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Largest Share by Orbit Class | LEO |
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CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 16.76 % |
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Largest Share by Country | United Kingdom |
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Europe Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Market Analysis
The Europe Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Market size is estimated at USD 117.87 million in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 255.79 million by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 16.76% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
117.87 Million
Market Size in 2024 (USD)
255.79 Million
Market Size in 2029 (USD)
17.80 %
CAGR (2017-2023)
16.76 %
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
60.46 %
market share, OHB SE, 2022
OHB is the leading player in the European satellite attitude and orbit control system market. The company invests in mission-critical technologies across all application areas, especially in Earth observation satellites and their components.
LEO satellites are driving the market demand by occupying a significant share of 73.6% in 2029
- In Europe, the AOCS market for LEO, MEO, and GEO satellites is driven by increasing investments in satellite-based services, such as communication, Earth observation, and navigation, which require high-precision positioning and orientation of satellites.
- LEO satellites are used for applications such as Earth observation, remote sensing, and scientific research. The growing demand for high-resolution satellite imagery and remote sensing data is expected to drive the LEO segment. The market is also driven by the rising number of small satellites being launched into orbit, which require efficient and cost-effective AOCS. Between 2017 and 2022, approximately 531 satellites were launched into LEO.
- GEO satellites are used for applications like communication, broadcasting, and weather forecasting. The demand for high-speed internet connectivity and digital broadcasting is expected to drive the growth of the AOCS market for GEO satellites. Key players in the market include Airbus Defence and Space, Lockheed Martin, and Northrop Grumman. Between 2017 and 2022, approximately 16 satellites were launched into GEO.
- MEO satellites are used for global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) like GPS, Galileo, and BeiDou. The increasing demand for GNSS applications in various industries, such as automotive, aviation, and maritime, is expected to drive the growth of the AOCS market for MEO satellites. Thales Alenia Space, OHB System AG, and RUAG Space are some of the leading companies providing AOCS for MEO satellites. Between 2017 and 2022, approximately 16 satellites were launched into MEO. The segment is expected to record a 15% CAGR during the forecast period.
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Europe Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Market Trends
Small satellites are poised to generate demand in the market
- The classification of spacecraft by mass is one of the primary metrics for determining the launch vehicle size and the cost of launching satellites into orbit. The success of a satellite mission depends heavily on the accuracy of its pre-flight mass measurement and the proper balance of the satellite in order to generate mass within limits. Satellites are classified according to their mass. The main mass classifications include large satellites that weigh over 1,000 kg. Between 2017 and 2022, more than 35 large satellites belonging to European organizations were launched. A medium-sized satellite has a mass between 500 and 1,000 kg, and European organizations operated more than 15 such satellites launched during 2017-2022. Similarly, satellites with a mass of less than 500 kg are considered small satellites, and about 460+ small satellites have been launched from this region.
- There is a growing trend toward smaller satellites in the region due to their shorter development times, 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 more flexible and thus can better respond to new technological opportunities or needs. The small satellite industry in Europe is supported by a robust framework for the design and manufacturing of small satellites tailored to serve specific applications. The number of operations in the European region is expected to increase between 2023 and 2029, driven by growing demand in the commercial and military space industries.
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Investment opportunities in Earth observation, satellite navigation, and connectivity areas are driving market growth
- European countries are recognizing the importance of various investments in the space industry and increasing their spending in areas such as Earth observation, satellite navigation, connectivity, space research, and innovation to stay competitive in the global space industry. In November 2022, the ESA announced that it had proposed a 25% boost in space funding over the next three years designed to maintain Europe's lead in Earth observation, expand navigation services, and remain a partner in exploration with the United States. The ESA has asked its 22 nations to back a budget of EUR 18.5 billion for 2023-2025. In September 2022, the French government announced that it was planning to allocate more than USD 9 billion to space activities, an increase of about 25% over the past three years. In November 2022, Germany announced that about EUR 2.37 billion was allocated, including about EUR 669 million for Earth observation, about EUR 365 million for telecommunications, EUR 50 million for technology programs, EUR 155 million for space situational awareness and space security, and EUR 368 million for space transport and operations.
- The UK Space Agency announced that it would be funding EUR 6.5 million to support 18 projects aimed at boosting the UK space industry. The funding will stimulate growth in the UK space industry by supporting high-impact, locally-led schemes, and space cluster development managers. The 18 projects will pioneer a range of innovative space technologies to combat local issues, such as utilizing Earth observation data to enhance public services. In April 2023, the UK government announced that it is expecting to allocate USD 3.1 billion for space-related activities.
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OTHER KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS COVERED IN THE REPORT
- Globally rising demand for satellite miniaturization is driving the market
- Investment opportunities in Earth observation, satellite navigation, and connectivity areas are driving market growth
Europe Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Industry Overview
The Europe Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Market is fairly consolidated, with the top five companies occupying 98.52%. The major players in this market are Bradford Engineering BV, Jena-Optronik, OHB SE, SENER Group and Sitael S.p.A. (sorted alphabetically).
Europe Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Market Leaders
Bradford Engineering BV
Jena-Optronik
OHB SE
SENER Group
Sitael S.p.A.
Other important companies include AAC Clyde Space, Innovative Solutions in Space BV, NewSpace Systems, Thales.
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Europe 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 by 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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Europe Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System Market Report - Table of Contents
1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & KEY FINDINGS
2. REPORT OFFERS
3. INTRODUCTION
- 3.1 Study Assumptions & Market Definition
- 3.2 Scope of the Study
- 3.3 Research Methodology
4. KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS
- 4.1 Satellite Miniaturization
- 4.2 Satellite Mass
- 4.3 Spending On Space Programs
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4.4 Regulatory Framework
- 4.4.1 France
- 4.4.2 Germany
- 4.4.3 Russia
- 4.4.4 United Kingdom
- 4.5 Value Chain & Distribution Channel Analysis
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION (includes market size in Value in USD, Forecasts up to 2029 and analysis of growth prospects)
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5.1 Application
- 5.1.1 Communication
- 5.1.2 Earth Observation
- 5.1.3 Navigation
- 5.1.4 Space Observation
- 5.1.5 Others
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5.2 Satellite Mass
- 5.2.1 10-100kg
- 5.2.2 100-500kg
- 5.2.3 500-1000kg
- 5.2.4 Below 10 Kg
- 5.2.5 above 1000kg
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5.3 Orbit Class
- 5.3.1 GEO
- 5.3.2 LEO
- 5.3.3 MEO
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5.4 End User
- 5.4.1 Commercial
- 5.4.2 Military & Government
- 5.4.3 Other
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
- 6.1 Key Strategic Moves
- 6.2 Market Share Analysis
- 6.3 Company Landscape
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6.4 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).
- 6.4.1 AAC Clyde Space
- 6.4.2 Bradford Engineering BV
- 6.4.3 Innovative Solutions in Space BV
- 6.4.4 Jena-Optronik
- 6.4.5 NewSpace Systems
- 6.4.6 OHB SE
- 6.4.7 SENER Group
- 6.4.8 Sitael S.p.A.
- 6.4.9 Thales
7. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR SATELLITE CEOS
8. APPENDIX
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8.1 Global Overview
- 8.1.1 Overview
- 8.1.2 Porter's Five Forces Framework
- 8.1.3 Global Value Chain Analysis
- 8.1.4 Market Dynamics (DROs)
- 8.2 Sources & References
- 8.3 List of Tables & Figures
- 8.4 Primary Insights
- 8.5 Data Pack
- 8.6 Glossary of Terms
List of Tables & Figures
- Figure 1:
- MINIATURE SATELLITES (BELOW 10KG), NUMBER OF LAUNCHES, EUROPE, 2017 - 2022
- Figure 2:
- SATELLITE MASS (ABOVE 10KG) BY REGION, NUMBER OF SATELLITES LAUNCHED, EUROPE, 2017 - 2022
- Figure 3:
- SPENDING ON SPACE PROGRAMS BY REGION, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2022
- Figure 4:
- EUROPE 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, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 6:
- VALUE SHARE OF SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET BY APPLICATION, %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 7:
- VALUE OF COMMUNICATION MARKET, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 8:
- VALUE OF EARTH OBSERVATION MARKET, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 9:
- VALUE OF NAVIGATION MARKET, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 10:
- VALUE OF SPACE OBSERVATION MARKET, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 11:
- VALUE OF OTHERS MARKET, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 12:
- VALUE OF SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET BY SATELLITE MASS, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 13:
- VALUE SHARE OF SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET BY SATELLITE MASS, %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 14:
- VALUE OF 10-100KG MARKET, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 15:
- VALUE OF 100-500KG MARKET, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 16:
- VALUE OF 500-1000KG MARKET, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 17:
- VALUE OF BELOW 10 KG MARKET, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 18:
- VALUE OF ABOVE 1000KG MARKET, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 19:
- VALUE OF SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET BY ORBIT CLASS, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 20:
- VALUE SHARE OF SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET BY ORBIT CLASS, %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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- VALUE OF GEO MARKET, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 22:
- VALUE OF LEO MARKET, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 23:
- VALUE OF MEO MARKET, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 24:
- VALUE OF SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET BY END USER, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 25:
- VALUE SHARE OF SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET BY END USER, %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 26:
- VALUE OF COMMERCIAL MARKET, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 27:
- VALUE OF MILITARY & GOVERNMENT MARKET, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 28:
- VALUE OF OTHER MARKET, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 29:
- NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES OF MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES, EUROPE SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 30:
- TOTAL NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES OF COMPANIES, EUROPE SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET, EUROPE, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 31:
- MARKET SHARE OF EUROPE SATELLITE ATTITUDE AND ORBIT CONTROL SYSTEM MARKET, %, EUROPE, 2022
Europe 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.
- In Europe, the AOCS market for LEO, MEO, and GEO satellites is driven by increasing investments in satellite-based services, such as communication, Earth observation, and navigation, which require high-precision positioning and orientation of satellites.
- LEO satellites are used for applications such as Earth observation, remote sensing, and scientific research. The growing demand for high-resolution satellite imagery and remote sensing data is expected to drive the LEO segment. The market is also driven by the rising number of small satellites being launched into orbit, which require efficient and cost-effective AOCS. Between 2017 and 2022, approximately 531 satellites were launched into LEO.
- GEO satellites are used for applications like communication, broadcasting, and weather forecasting. The demand for high-speed internet connectivity and digital broadcasting is expected to drive the growth of the AOCS market for GEO satellites. Key players in the market include Airbus Defence and Space, Lockheed Martin, and Northrop Grumman. Between 2017 and 2022, approximately 16 satellites were launched into GEO.
- MEO satellites are used for global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) like GPS, Galileo, and BeiDou. The increasing demand for GNSS applications in various industries, such as automotive, aviation, and maritime, is expected to drive the growth of the AOCS market for MEO satellites. Thales Alenia Space, OHB System AG, and RUAG Space are some of the leading companies providing AOCS for MEO satellites. Between 2017 and 2022, approximately 16 satellites were launched into MEO. The segment is expected to record a 15% CAGR during the forecast period.
| 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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