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2017 State of the Satellite Industry Report Summary

Core Content Overview

This report presents the 20th annual study of the global satellite industry by SIA, conducted by Bryce Space and Technology. It provides a comprehensive analysis of 2016 industry activity, including revenue figures, growth rates, and segment-specific insights. The report highlights the performance of key segments such as satellite services, manufacturing, launch, and ground equipment, while also noting the trends and challenges affecting the industry.

Key Findings

Global Satellite Industry Revenues

• Total global satellite industry revenue in 2016 was $260.5 billion.
• The global growth rate was 2%, slightly below the worldwide economic growth rate of 3.1% and the U.S. growth rate of 1.6%.
• Satellite services remained the largest segment, with flat revenues.
• Consumer services continued to be a key driver for the industry.
• Satellite manufacturing revenues decreased by 13%.
• Launch industry revenues grew by 2%.
• Ground equipment revenues increased by 7%, driven by growth in GNSS and network equipment.

U.S. Satellite Industry Revenues

• The U.S. share of global satellite services revenue in 2016 was 40%.
• U.S. satellite manufacturing revenues decreased by 5%.
• U.S. share of global satellite manufacturing revenue was 64%, up from 59% in 2015.
• U.S. share of global launch revenues increased to 40% from 34% in 2015.
• U.S. market share in commercial launch orders dropped from 45% to 29%.

Satellite Services Segment

• Consumer services accounted for 77% of all satellite services revenues and 93% of consumer revenues.
• Satellite TV (DBS/DTH) remained flat, with 220 million worldwide subscribers.
• Satellite radio (DARS) grew by 10%, with 31.3 million subscribers.
• Satellite broadband saw 3% growth, with 1.9 million subscribers.
• Mobile satellite services grew by 5%, including revenue from Ku and Ka-band FSS capacity.
• Fixed satellite services decreased by 3%, with transponder agreement revenues down 10%.
• Earth observation services grew by 11%, driven by new entrants and continued growth from established companies.

Satellite Manufacturing

• 126 satellites were launched in 2016, a significant drop from 202 in 2015.
• CubeSats represented 37% of total satellites launched, with 46 launched in 2016.
• Communications satellites accounted for 22% of total manufacturing revenue, while military surveillance satellites accounted for 44%.
• U.S. firms built 63% of satellites launched in 2016 and earned 64% of manufacturing revenues.
• 45 of the 79 U.S.-built satellites were CubeSats.

Launch Industry

• Global launch revenues totaled $5.5 billion in 2016.
• U.S. providers conducted 18 commercially-procured satellite launches, with some delayed due to SpaceX grounding.
• Europe and China showed strong performance, with 11 Arianespace launches and 20 Chinese launches.
• Russia had a weak performance, with only 2 commercial launches.
• Government payloads accounted for 70% of launch revenues globally.

Ground Equipment

• Total ground equipment revenues increased by 7% in 2016.
• GNSS and network equipment saw growth, while consumer equipment remained flat.
• Satellite navigation (GNSS) revenue grew by 8%, including stand-alone and in-vehicle units.

Satellite Industry Trends

• Satellite TV remains the dominant revenue source within satellite services.
• Satellite broadband is gaining traction, with growth expected as more capacity becomes available.
• Earth observation is experiencing growth due to new entrants and the expansion of satellite imagery services.
• Very small satellites (VSS) are becoming more prevalent, especially in LEO, with a focus on CubeSats and customized platforms.
• Commercial satellite manufacturing orders decreased, with U.S. companies securing 29% of orders, down from 45% in 2015.
• Very small launch vehicles are under development, with 33 systems targeting LEO capacity of ≤500 kg.

Satellite Count and Lifespan

• Operational satellites increased by 47% over five years, from 994 in 2012.
• Satellites launched between 2012 and 2016 increased by 53% compared to the previous five years.
• Average number of satellites launched annually was 144.
• Average operational lifespan of larger satellites (mainly communications) exceeded 15 years.
• 247 active satellites were launched before 2002.
• 520 satellites in GEO (mostly communications).
• 59 countries have at least one satellite operator, with the U.S. operating 594 satellites.

Employment in the U.S. Satellite Industry

• 211,457 private sector jobs were estimated in the U.S. satellite industry in 2016.
• A 1% decrease from 2015, primarily due to reduced employment in satellite manufacturing and ground equipment.

Conclusion

The satellite industry in 2016 showed mixed performance, with satellite services and ground equipment growing, while satellite manufacturing and launch industry faced challenges. The industry is transitioning towards smaller, more cost-effective satellites and launch vehicles, driven by technological advancements and commercial demand. The U.S. remains a dominant player in the industry, both in terms of revenue and satellite production, but faces competition from Europe and China in the launch sector.