Satellite Transponder Industry Overview
The satellite transponder market is semi-consolidated and consists of several major players. In terms of market share, few major players currently dominate the market. SES S.A., Arabsat, Embratel Star One, Eutelsat Communications S.A., Hispasat, Intelsat S.A., and others are among the major players in the global Satellite Transponder market. The companies use several growth and expansion strategies to gain a competitive advantage. Industry participants follow value chain integration with business operations in multiple value chain stages.
- February 2024 - India successfully launched 3rd gen meteorological satellite INSAT-3DS into orbit. The satellite's advanced payloads, including Channel Imager, Channel Sounder, Data Relay Transponder (DRT), and Satellite-aided Search and Rescue (SA&SR) transponders, will facilitate comprehensive data collection and dissemination.
- May 2023 - Inmarsat announced the introduction of its new Inmarsat-8 small satellites, which will be launched in 2026 to provide crucial safety services and support advances in emergency tracking. The three I-8 satellites will provide additional network resilience, securing the future of Inmarsat's global L-band safety services.
Satellite Transponder Market Leaders
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Telesat
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SES SA
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Eutelsat Communications SA
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Intesat SA
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Hispasat SA (Red Eléctrica)
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order