Space as the Next Frontier

Space as the Next Frontier


Emerging Growth Opportunities for Economic and Technological Advancement Driven by Government and Private Space Agencies

Spacefaring and lunar exploration are among the biggest endeavors of civilization. In this report, Frost & Sullivan explores growth opportunities that can unlock space as the next frontier.

The study includes an overview of the global space industry, top emerging megatrends, competitive landscape, innovation and technology landscape, opportunities and challenges, and future outlook.

To best present what is happening and by whom in the space industry, the research refers to ecosystem players using the following five groups: Government space agencies, private space companies, satellite manufacturers, launch providers, and ground station operators.

Once a brief understanding of the market is established, Frost & Sullivan dives into the various megatrends that will drive the industry. Key challenges and opportunities for companies within this industry are included.

An overview of the space industry is presented in four areas: space tourism and commercial spaceflight, space resources and mining, satellite broadcast, and ground station services.

To conclude, the study offers a look into the future game-changers, trends, and growth opportunities that will impact the space industry.


  • Strategic Imperative
    • Why is Growth Becoming Increasingly Difficult to Achieve?
    • The Strategic Imperative 8
    • Our Mega Trend Universe: Overview
    • Growth Opportunities Fuel the Growth Pipeline Engine
  • Growth Environment
    • Our Mega Trend (MT) Universe: Space as the Next Frontier
    • Key Findings
    • Growth Opportunities Critical to Future Success
  • Strategic Context
    • Trend Opportunity Overview
    • Top Emerging Mega Trends in the Global Space Industry
    • 1. Space Economy as a Significant Contributor to Global Economy
    • 2. Emergence of Private Launch Providers
    • 3. Interplanetary Exploration and Colonization
    • 4. Increasing Commercialization of Space
    • 5. Emergence of New Spacefaring Nations
    • 6. Lunar Exploration and Development
    • 7. Planetary Defense
    • Competitive Landscape and Key Players in the Space Industry
  • Innovation and Technology Landscape
    • Emerging and Support Technologies Revolutionizing the Space Sector
    • Impact of New Technologies on the Space Industry
  • Opportunities and Challenges
    • Market Entry Strategies for New Players in the Space Sector
    • Challenges and Risks in the Space Industry
  • Industry Overview
    • Global Space Industry Overview
    • Global Space Industry Drivers
    • Global Space Industry Restraints
    • Industry Overview 1: Space Tourism and Commercial Spaceflight
    • Industry Overview 2: Space Resources and Mining
    • Industry Overview 3: Satellite Broadband
    • Industry Overview 4: Ground Station Services
  • Future Outlook
    • Future Game-changers in the Space Industry
    • Future Trends Impacting the Space Industry
  • Trend Opportunity Analysis
    • Trend Opportunity: Regional Exposure
    • Trend Opportunity: Impact and Certainty Analysis
    • Trend Opportunity Disruption Index
    • Trend Disruption Attractiveness Score
    • Trend Opportunity Growth Index
    • Growth Attractiveness Score
  • Growth Opportunities Analysis
    • Growth Opportunity 1: Commercial Spaceports for Space Tourism Services
    • Growth Opportunity 2: Space Sustainability Rating
    • Growth Opportunity 3: Space Debris Remediation
    • Critical Success Factors for Growth
    • Conclusion: The Way Forward
  • Appendix
    • Our Mega Trend Universe
  • Next Steps
    • Identifying Your Company's Growth Zone
    • Your Next Steps
    • Why Frost, Why Now?

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