Software-defined satellites: trends and forecasts 2023–2033

16 October 2024 | Research

Dallas Kasaboski | Dafni Christodoulopoulou

Forecast report | PPTX and PDF (10 slides); Excel; CSV | Space Infrastructure

"Satellite networks are becoming more complex and competitive, which introduces an opportunity for software-defined satellites."

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This report provides an overview of the demand for geostationary orbit (GEO) and non-GEO software-defined communication satellites over the next 10 years.

Report coverage

10-year forecast of fully and partially software-defined satellite orders and launches.
Assessment of the drivers and restraints that affect the development of software-defined satellite technology.
Analysis of satellite supply and demand, including the current and projected status of the communications market.
Data and commentary on the market segments that are not addressable, especially those in the non-GEO market.
Recommendations for satellite manufacturers, launch service providers and satellite operators.

Report segmentation

Vertical	Satellite communications
Variables	Satellite orders Satellite launches Manufacturing revenue Launch revenue
Applications	GEO and non-GEO architecture Fully flexible (fully software-defined satellites) Partially flexible (partially software-defined satellites)
Geographical regions	North America Latin America Europe Middle East and Africa Asia