This report delves into the expanding role of next-generation satellite communication (satcom) networks and provides an in-depth forecast of 5G adoption within the satcom space. It evaluates the increasing collaboration between telecom operators and satellite technology, emphasizing key innovations and emerging business models that are essential for industry players to maintain a competitive edge.
Key Insights:
- An exploration of the technological and business trends that are shaping the development of next-generation satcom networks.
- A 10-year forecast of 5G demand within the satcom industry, including projections for key variables across use cases, regions, orbits, and frequency bands.
- This forecast includes insights into broadband satcom services utilizing the 5G waveform, as well as services supporting 5G mobile networks, such as backhaul and trunking.
- Practical recommendations for satellite operators and telecom players to navigate the technological changes transforming the satcom industry.
Report Structure:
Key Variables:
- 5G in-service units
- 5G capacity demand
- 5G capacity revenue
- 5G equipment shipments and revenue
- 5G penetration within broadband satcom units
Applications and Use Cases:
- Cellular backhaul
- Trunking
- Corporate networks
- Aeronautical connectivity
- Maritime
- Land mobile
- Government/military
Frequency Bands:
- FSS: C/Ku/Ka/X-band
- GEO HTS: C/Ku/Ka-band
- Non-GEO HTS
Geographical Regions:
- Asia
- Europe (EU)
- Latin America (LAM)
- Middle East and Africa (MEA)
- North America (NAM)
Key Questions Addressed:
- What is the projected adoption rate for 3GPP’s non-terrestrial network (NTN) standards in the satellite sector between 2023 and 2033?
- How will standardization impact the emergence of new customers, applications, and business models for satellite and telecom players?
- Which applications, regions, and technologies will drive the integration of 5G into satcom networks?
- What differences exist in how GEO and non-GEO players are adopting 5G?
- How will the adoption timelines of 5G technology vary across different regions and industry verticals?
Who Should Read This Report:
- Satellite operators
- Satellite service providers
- Telecom operators
- Satellite manufacturers
- Satellite and telecom equipment vendors
- Hardware and software integrators
Featured Companies:
3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP), Accelercom, Amazon Kuiper, Amdocs, Capgemini, Digital Intermediate Frequency Initiative (DIFI), Eutelsat, Intelsat, Lockheed Martin, NTT, Netcracker, Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF), Radisys, SpaceX Starlink, SES, Telesat, TM Forum, Viasat, WAVE Consortium
