Global Satellite Propulsion System Market Size study, by Platform (Satellite, Launch Vehicle), by Propulsion Type (Chemical Propulsion, Non-Chemical Propulsion), by Component (Thrusters, Propellant Feed System, Nozzle), and Regional Forecasts 2022-2032

The Global Satellite Propulsion System Market is valued at approximately USD 10.6 billion in 2023 and is projected to exhibit a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.3% during the forecast period 2024-2032. Satellite propulsion systems are vital for the successful deployment, orbit adjustments, and decommissioning of satellites. They are pivotal in providing the thrust required to position and maneuver satellites in their designated orbits, ensuring optimal performance and longevity. The advent of advanced propulsion technologies such as electric propulsion and green propellants has opened new avenues for innovation, offering enhanced efficiency and reduced environmental impact.

The increasing demand for communication, Earth observation, and navigation satellites has been instrumental in driving the market. For instance, the emergence of mega-constellation projects like SpaceX’s Starlink and OneWeb has created a surge in the deployment of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites, fueling the demand for sophisticated propulsion systems. Additionally, governmental initiatives and collaborations between space agencies and private enterprises are fostering technological advancements in propulsion systems. However, the significant cost of propulsion system development and integration, coupled with stringent regulatory frameworks, presents challenges to market growth.

The market is witnessing a transition towards non-chemical propulsion systems, including electric propulsion technologies like ion thrusters and Hall-effect thrusters. These technologies offer higher efficiency and lower weight compared to traditional chemical propulsion, making them an attractive choice for modern satellite designs. Investments in research and development activities by major space organizations and private companies are further propelling this trend. For example, agencies like NASA and ESA have been at the forefront of promoting the development of sustainable propulsion systems. Despite these advancements, the high initial cost of deploying electric propulsion systems may limit their adoption among smaller satellite operators.

The regional analysis of the Satellite Propulsion System Market highlights the dominance of North America, driven by the presence of established players like Boeing and Aerojet Rocketdyne and significant governmental support for space exploration. Europe follows closely, with substantial investments in space programs and a robust manufacturing ecosystem. The Asia Pacific region is expected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period, fueled by increasing space activities in countries like China, India, and Japan. These nations are actively investing in their space programs, with ambitious plans for satellite launches, lunar missions, and interplanetary exploration, creating a fertile ground for market expansion.

Major market players included in this report are:
• Boeing
• Aerojet Rocketdyne
• Safran S.A.
• Airbus SE
• Lockheed Martin Corporation
• SpaceX
• Northrop Grumman Corporation
• Blue Origin
• Rocket Lab USA, Inc.
• OHB SE
• Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
• IHI Corporation
• VACCO Industries
• Moog Inc.
• Thales Alenia Space

The detailed segments and sub-segment of the market are explained below:

By Platform
• Satellite
• Launch Vehicle

By Propulsion Type
• Chemical Propulsion
• Non-Chemical Propulsion

By Component
• Thrusters
• Propellant Feed System
• Nozzle

By Orbit
• Low Earth Orbit (LEO)
• Medium Earth Orbit (MEO)
• Geostationary Orbit (GEO)
• Others

By End User
• Commercial
• Military
• Government

By Support Service
• Integration Services
• Maintenance

By Region:
• North America

o U.S.

o Canada
• Europe

o UK

o Germany

o France

o Italy

o Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific

o China

o India

o Japan

o South Korea

o Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America

o Brazil

o Mexico

o Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa

o Saudi Arabia

o South Africa

o Rest of Middle East & Africa

Years considered for the study are as follows:
• Historical year – 2022
• Base year – 2023
• Forecast period – 2024 to 2032

Key Takeaways:
• Market estimates and forecasts for 10 years from 2022 to 2032.
• Annualized revenues and regional-level analysis for each market segment.
• Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with country-level analysis of major regions.
• Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
• Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approaches.
• Analysis of the competitive structure of the market.
• Demand-side and supply-side analysis of the

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Chapter 1. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market Executive Summary
1.1. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market Size & Forecast (2022-2032)
1.2. Regional Summary
1.3. Segmental Summary
1.3.1. By Platform, Propulsion Type, Component, Orbit, End User & Support Service
1.4. Key Trends
1.5. Recession Impact
1.6. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
Chapter 2. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market Definition and Research Assumptions
2.1. Research Objective
2.2. Market Definition
2.3. Research Assumptions
2.3.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
2.3.2. Limitations
2.3.3. Supply Side Analysis
2.3.3.1. Availability
2.3.3.2. Infrastructure
2.3.3.3. Regulatory Environment
2.3.3.4. Market Competition
2.3.3.5. Economic Viability (Consumer’s Perspective)
2.3.4. Demand Side Analysis
2.3.4.1. Regulatory Frameworks
2.3.4.2. Technological Advancements
2.3.4.3. Environmental Considerations
2.3.4.4. Consumer Awareness & Acceptance
2.4. Estimation Methodology
2.5. Years Considered for the Study
• Historical Year – 2022
• Base Year – 2023
• Forecast Period – 2024 to 2032
2.6. Currency Conversion Rates
Chapter 3. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market Dynamics
3.1. Market Drivers
3.1.1. Rising Demand for Satellite Deployment and Orbit Adjustments
3.1.2. Governmental and Commercial Investments in Space Exploration
3.1.3. Advancements in Propulsion Technologies (Electric & Green Propellants)
3.2. Market Challenges
3.2.1. High Development and Integration Costs
3.2.2. Stringent Regulatory Frameworks
3.3. Market Opportunities
3.3.1. Emergence of Mega-Constellation Projects
3.3.2. Technological Transition to Non-Chemical Propulsion Systems
3.3.3. Collaborative Initiatives Between Space Agencies and Private Enterprises
Chapter 4. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market Industry Analysis
4.1. Porter’s 5 Force Model
4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
4.1.6. Futuristic Approach to Porter’s 5 Force Model
4.1.7. Porter’s 5 Force Impact Analysis
4.2. PESTEL Analysis
4.2.1. Political
4.2.2. Economical
4.2.3. Social
4.2.4. Technological
4.2.5. Environmental
4.2.6. Legal
4.3. Top Investment Opportunities
4.4. Top Winning Strategies
4.5. Disruptive Trends
4.6. Industry Expert Perspective
4.7. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
Chapter 5. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market Size & Forecasts by Platform 2022-2032
5.1. Segment Dashboard
5.2. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market: Platform Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
5.2.1. Satellite
5.2.2. Launch Vehicle
Chapter 6. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market Size & Forecasts by Propulsion Type 2022-2032
6.1. Segment Dashboard
6.2. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market: Propulsion Type Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
6.2.1. Chemical Propulsion
6.2.2. Non-Chemical Propulsion
Chapter 7. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market Size & Forecasts by Component, Orbit, End User & Support Service 2022-2032
7.1. Segment Dashboard
7.2. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market: Component Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
7.2.1. Thrusters
7.2.2. Propellant Feed System
7.2.3. Nozzle
7.3. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market: Orbit Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
7.3.1. Low Earth Orbit (LEO)
7.3.2. Medium Earth Orbit (MEO)
7.3.3. Geostationary Orbit (GEO)
7.3.4. Others
7.4. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market: End User Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
7.4.1. Commercial
7.4.2. Military
7.4.3. Government
7.5. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market: Support Service Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
7.5.1. Integration Services
7.5.2. Maintenance
Chapter 8. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market by Region 2022-2032
8.1. North America Satellite Propulsion System Market
8.1.1. U.S. Satellite Propulsion System Market
8.1.1.1. Platform/Propulsion Type Breakup & Forecasts, 2022-2032
8.1.1.2. Component/Orbit/End User & Support Service Breakup & Forecasts, 2022-2032
8.1.2. Canada Satellite Propulsion System Market
8.2. Europe Satellite Propulsion System Market
8.2.1. U.K. Satellite Propulsion System Market
8.2.2. Germany Satellite Propulsion System Market
8.2.3. France Satellite Propulsion System Market
8.2.4. Italy Satellite Propulsion System Market
8.2.5. Rest of Europe Satellite Propulsion System Market
8.3. Asia-Pacific Satellite Propulsion System Market
8.3.1. China Satellite Propulsion System Market
8.3.2. India Satellite Propulsion System Market
8.3.3. Japan Satellite Propulsion System Market
8.3.4. South Korea Satellite Propulsion System Market
8.3.5. Rest of Asia-Pacific Satellite Propulsion System Market
8.4. Latin America Satellite Propulsion System Market
8.4.1. Brazil Satellite Propulsion System Market
8.4.2. Mexico Satellite Propulsion System Market
8.4.3. Rest of Latin America Satellite Propulsion System Market
8.5. Middle East & Africa Satellite Propulsion System Market
8.5.1. Saudi Arabia Satellite Propulsion System Market
8.5.2. South Africa Satellite Propulsion System Market
8.5.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa Satellite Propulsion System Market
Chapter 9. Competitive Intelligence
9.1. Key Company SWOT Analysis
9.1.1. Company 1
9.1.2. Company 2
9.1.3. Company 3
9.2. Top Market Strategies
9.3. Company Profiles
9.3.1. Company 1
9.3.1.1. Key Information
9.3.1.2. Overview
9.3.1.3. Financial (Subject to Data Availability)
9.3.1.4. Product Summary
9.3.1.5. Market Strategies
9.3.2. Company 2
9.3.3. Company 3
9.3.4. Company 4
9.3.5. Company 5
9.3.6. Company 6
9.3.7. Company 7
9.3.8. Company 8
9.3.9. Company 9
9.3.10. Company 10
Chapter 10. Research Process
10.1. Research Process
10.1.1. Data Mining
10.1.2. Analysis
10.1.3. Market Estimation
10.1.4. Validation
10.1.5. Publishing
10.2. Research Attributes
List of Tables
TABLE 1. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market, Report Scope
TABLE 2. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market Estimates & Forecasts by Region 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 3. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market Estimates & Forecasts by Platform 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 4. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market Estimates & Forecasts by Propulsion Type 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 5. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market by Component, Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 6. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market by Orbit, Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 7. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market by End User & Support Service, Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 8. North America Satellite Propulsion System Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 9. Europe Satellite Propulsion System Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 10. Asia-Pacific Satellite Propulsion System Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 11. Latin America Satellite Propulsion System Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 12. Middle East & Africa Satellite Propulsion System Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
List of Figures
FIGURE 1. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market, Research Methodology
FIGURE 2. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market, Market Estimation Techniques
FIGURE 3. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market, Size Estimates & Forecast Methods
FIGURE 4. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market, Key Trends 2023
FIGURE 5. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market, Growth Prospects 2022-2032
FIGURE 6. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market, Porter’s 5 Force Model
FIGURE 7. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market, PESTEL Analysis
FIGURE 8. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market, Value Chain Analysis
FIGURE 9. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market by Platform, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 10. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market by Propulsion Type, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 11. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market by Component, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 12. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market by Orbit, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 13. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market by End User & Support Service, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 14. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market, Regional Snapshot 2022-2032
FIGURE 15. North America Satellite Propulsion System Market, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 16. Europe Satellite Propulsion System Market, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 17. Asia-Pacific Satellite Propulsion System Market, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 18. Latin America Satellite Propulsion System Market, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 19. Middle East & Africa Satellite Propulsion System Market, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 20. Global Satellite Propulsion System Market, Company Market Share Analysis (2023)

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