Software Defined Satellites Create New Space Market Opportunities   

Brussels, Munich, Montreal, Paris, Sydney, Toulouse, Tokyo, Washington D.C., April 15, 2024 – The satellite communications market has seen significant changes across its value chain, bringing forth new technological innovations that include flexible satellites and more specifically, Software-Defined Satellites (SDS). Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO) satellite operators have been compelled to respond to increased competition amidst these market shifts. One approach is to optimize the utilization of GEO satellites; however, the rigidity and fixed capacity of traditional GEO satellites is a notable constraint. Therefore, the advent of flexible satellites presents an attractive solution to a variety of problems.

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Global Space Defense and Security investment set to continue major growth trend over coming decade

Brussels, Munich, Montreal, Paris, Sydney, Toulouse, Tokyo, Washington D.C., April 8, 2024 – Novaspace, a merger between Euroconsult and SpaceTec Partners, the leading space consulting and market intelligence firm, is forecasting that the worldwide launch rate for defense and dual-use satellites will jump by 160% over the coming decade.

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Next generation satellite systems continue to disrupt satellite capacity pricing landscape

Paris, Washington D.C., Montreal, Yokohama, Sydney, February 12, 2024. Euroconsult, the leading global consulting firm specializing in satellite-enabled markets, has released the latest edition of its FSS Capacity Pricing Trends report which unveils continued shifts in the capacity pricing landscape.

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New historic high for government space spending mostly driven by defense expenditures

Paris, Washington D.C., Montreal, Yokohama, Sydney, December 19th, 2023. The leading strategic space consulting and market intelligence firm Euroconsult has released the 23rd edition of its annual Government Space Program report confirming the growing financial efforts achieved by governments in the space sector. Keen to capitalize on the expanding space economy and to further strengthen their sovereign capabilities, government space expenditures have increased to $117 billion, a 15% increase compared to last year.  

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Four tons of satellites to be launched daily by 2032, demand concentrates by a handful of players

Paris, Washington D.C., Montreal, Yokohama, Sydney, December 12th, 2023. Euroconsult, a recognized leader in satellite industry market intelligence, announces the release of its highly anticipated 26th edition flagship report, "Satellites to be Built and Launched. This edition forecasts an average of over 2,800 satellites launched annually – equivalent to 8 satellites per day and totaling a mass of 4 tons - between 2023 and 2032. The report sheds light on the long-term dynamic of the satellite market, emphasizing sustained demand, the concentration of NGSO constellations, and the seismic shifts caused by a handful of mega constellations, with a particular focus on the short-term bottleneck faced by established vendors.

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Direct-to-phone satellite connectivity expected to revolutionize the satellite communications industry, emerging as a billion-dollar market by 2027

The Mobile Satellite Services (MSS) industry is undergoing a transformative shift due to the rapid rise of direct-to-device satellite solutions, primarily from direct-to-phone services, driven by the integration of terrestrial and non-terrestrial network (NTN) connectivity and technology developments

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Global market for commercial Earth Observation data and services to reach $7.6 billion by 2032

Paris, Washington D.C., Montreal, Yokohama, Sydney, November 28, 2023. As global economic landscapes continue to navigate challenges posed by inflation, geopolitical tensions, and the residual effects of pandemic-related disruptions, the Earth Observation (EO) market is undergoing a transformative phase, reflecting both setbacks and opportunities for industry players worldwide.

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Euroconsult and ICEYE to lead AEGIS² consortium for the future of European Earth Observation

Paris, Washington D.C., Montreal, Yokohama, Sydney, October 11, 2023. A recent request by the European Commission for feasibility study proposals exploring the best way to implement a future satellite-enabled Earth-Observation service for government-authorized users at EU and EU Member States has resulted in the creation of a groundbreaking Earth Observation (EO) consortium. The collaboration, named AEGIS² (Advanced European Governmental Innovative ISR Secured Service), is made up of 15 members representing eight European countries, under the leadership of Euroconsult and ICEYE, aiming to investigate innovative, secured, and sustainable solutions for the future European Union’s Earth-Observation governmental service.

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Satellite Industry Experts Forecast In-Flight Connectivity Demand to Soar

Paris, Washington D.C., Montreal, Yokohama, Sydney, October 03, 2023. A report published by leading space consulting and market intelligence firm, Euroconsult, focusing on In-Flight Connectivity (IFC) for air travel has highlighted a second consecutive year of strong growth, with over 36,000 commercial and business aviation aircraft now equipped with onboard internet access. The new study marks the 11th edition of an annual report entitled ‘Prospects for In-Flight Entertainment & Connectivity’ and predicts this number to grow steadily over the coming years, to almost double by 2032, as part of an overall market that could see service revenues reach as high as $3.4bn.

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