Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Forecast to 2031 - Regional Analysis - by Propulsion Type (Solid Propulsion, Cold Gas Propulsion, Green Propulsion, Electric Propulsion, and Ambipolar Propulsion), System Type (Monopropellant, Bipropellant, and Electric Ion Propulsion), Application (Launchers, Spacecraft, Satellites, Space Tugs, and Landers), and Orbit Type (LEO, MEO and GEO, and Beyond GEO)
The Europe satellite propulsion market was valued at US$ 2,148.19 million in 2023 and is expected to reach US$ 6,827.31 million by 2031; it is estimated to register a CAGR of 15.6% from 2023 to 2031.
Rising Number of Satellite Launches Drives Europe Satellite Propulsion Market
There is a rising number of satellites launched into orbit for applications such as communication, earth observation, and navigation. According to the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA), 2,474 satellites were launched in 2022, compared to 1,810 in 2021 across the world. UK Space Command's operational concept demonstrator satellites under Project Minerva and part of the ISTARI program is anticipated to be launched by 2026. In 2023, France's Arianespace launched 12 satellites into space. In 2023, the SpIRIT (Space Industry Responsive Intelligent Thermal) nanosatellite was launched, which was operated by the University of Melbourne. The satellite has been built in collaboration with the Italian Space Agency and several Australian space industry companies. Therefore, increasing number of satellites launches drives the growth of the satellite propulsion market.
Increased funding and investments in satellite launching programs reflect a growing emphasis on space exploration, satellite deployment, and space-based services. The public sector propels the demand for heavy- and super-heavy-lift space launch services, whereas the private sector leads the demand for small- and medium-lift satellites. The small- and medium-lift satellites are a faster-growing sector owing to rising demand for launching low Earth orbit constellations or small satellites for telecommunications. Other reasons driving private investments in space launch technologies include orbital mining, manufacturing, and tourism. In 2024, the UK government announced that over the next four years, UK businesses and researchers would be able to receive up to US$ 200.7 million (£160 million) in funding under the UK Space Agency's Connectivity in Low-Earth Orbit (C-LEO) program, which aims to develop advanced satellite communications technology.
The rising investments in launching programs indicate a broader commitment to space technology. Owing to growing investments, propulsion system manufacturers focus on developing advanced satellite systems. In 2023, HyPrSpace, Leonardo, Thales, and CT Engineering received funding for a project worth US$38 million that aims to demonstrate a new kind of rocket engine to be launched into space0 4 esx. Thus, the growing investments in the satellite industry leading to the upsurging number of satellites launches boost the growth of the satellite propulsion market.
Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Overview
The Europe satellite propulsion market is a growing sector driven by technological and product innovation and strategic collaborations. With a strong emphasis on satellite launches for Earth observation and other research activities, European countries have emerged as key players in advancing satellite propulsion technologies. Major industry contributors include leading aerospace and space companies such as Airbus and Thales Alenia Space, renowned for their expertise in developing cutting-edge satellite propulsion systems.
The Europe satellite propulsion market benefits from collaborative initiatives facilitated by organizations such as the European Space Agency (ESA). These partnerships foster research and development, encouraging the exchange of knowledge and expertise regarding space related technologies and developments among member states. The region's commitment to space exploration is evident in projects such as the Copernicus program, which emphasizes Earth observation and environmental monitoring. As demand for small satellites and satellite consortiums is rising, the Europe satellite propulsion market is positioned to thrive, contributing significantly to advancements in space technology and reinforcing Europe’s position as a key region in the global space sector.
Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Segmentation
The Europe satellite propulsion market is categorized into propulsion type, system type, application, satellites, orbit type, and country.
Based on propulsion type, the Europe satellite propulsion market is segmented solid propulsion, cold gas propulsion, green propulsion, electric propulsion, and ambipolar propulsion. The electric propulsion segment held the largest market share in 2023.
In terms of system type, the Europe satellite propulsion market is categorized into monopropellant, bipropellant, and electric ion propulsion. The electric ion propulsion segment held the largest market share in 2023.
By application, the Europe satellite propulsion market is segmented into launchers, spacecraft, satellites, space tugs, and landers. The private segment held the largest market share in 2023. The satellites is further sub segmented into Below 500 Kg, 500-1000 Kg, Above 1000 Kg.
In terms of orbit type, the Europe satellite propulsion market is categorized into LEO, MEO and GEO, and beyond GEO. The LEO segment held the largest market share in 2023.
By country, the Europe satellite propulsion market is bifurcated into Germany, France, Italy, the UK, Russia, and the Rest of Europe. Russia dominated the Europe satellite propulsion market share in 2023.
Moog Inc, Thales SA, Safran SA, Northrop Grumman Corp, Airbus SE, Avio SPA, IHI Corp, and ArianeGroup are some of the leading companies operating in the Europe satellite propulsion market.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction
1.1 The Insight Partners Research Report Guidance
1.2 Market Segmentation
2. Executive Summary
2.1 Key Insights
2.2 Market Attractiveness
3. Research Methodology
3.1 Coverage
3.2 Secondary Research
3.3 Primary Research
4. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Landscape
4.1 Overview
4.2 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.3 Ecosystem Analysis
4.3.1 Component Manufacturer:
4.3.2 Satellite Propulsion System Providers:
4.3.3 End User:
4.3.4 List of Vendors in the Value Chain
4.4 Premium Insights
4.4.1 Lunar Lander Propulsion Analysis
5. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Key Market Dynamics
5.1 Market Drivers
5.1.1 Rising Number of Satellite Launches
5.1.2 Growing Initiatives to Launch Space Landers, Spacecraft, and Space Tugs
5.1.3 Rising Number of Strategic Initiatives by Market Players
5.2 Market Restraints
5.2.1 Increasing Space Debris
5.2.2 Complexity of Space Policy and International Relations
5.3 Market Opportunities
5.3.1 Deployment of Satellite Constellations
5.3.2 Rising Number of Strategic Initiatives for Satellite Launch Vehicles by Market Players
5.4 Future Trends
5.4.1 Emergence of Ridesharing Services
5.5 Impact of Drivers and Restraints:
6. Satellite Propulsion Market - Europe Analysis
6.1 Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Revenue (US$ Million), 2021-2031
6.2 Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Forecast Analysis
7. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Analysis - by Propulsion Type
7.1 Solid Propulsion
7.1.1 Overview
7.1.2 Solid Propulsion: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
7.2 Cold Gas Propulsion
7.2.1 Overview
7.2.2 Cold Gas Propulsion: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
7.3 Green Propulsion
7.3.1 Overview
7.3.2 Green Propulsion: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
7.4 Electric Propulsion
7.4.1 Overview
7.4.2 Electric Propulsion: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
7.5 Ambipolar Propulsion
7.5.1 Overview
7.5.2 Ambipolar Propulsion: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
8. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Analysis - by System Type
8.1 Monopropellant
8.1.1 Overview
8.1.2 Monopropellant: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
8.2 Bipropellant
8.2.1 Overview
8.2.2 Bipropellant: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
8.3 Electric Ion Propulsion
8.3.1 Overview
8.3.2 Electric Ion Propulsion: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
9. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Analysis - by Application
9.1 Launchers
9.1.1 Overview
9.1.2 Launchers: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
9.2 Spacecraft
9.2.1 Overview
9.2.2 Spacecraft: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
9.3 Satellites
9.3.1 Overview
9.3.2 Below 500 Kg
9.3.3 500-1000 Kg
9.3.4 Above 1000 Kg
9.3.5 Satellites: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
9.4 Space Tugs
9.4.1 Overview
9.4.2 Space Tugs: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
9.5 Landers
9.5.1 Overview
9.5.2 Landers: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
10. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Analysis - by Orbit Type
10.1 LEO
10.1.1 Overview
10.1.2 LEO: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
10.2 MEO and GEO
10.2.1 Overview
10.2.2 MEO and GEO: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
10.3 Beyond GEO
10.3.1 Overview
10.3.2 Beyond GEO: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
11. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Country Analysis
11.1 Overview
11.1.1 Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Key Countries, 2023 and 2031 (%)
11.1.1.1 Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast Analysis - by Country
11.1.1.2 Germany Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
11.1.1.2.1 Germany Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Propulsion Type
11.1.1.2.2 Germany Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by System Type
11.1.1.2.3 Germany Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Application
11.1.1.2.3.1 Germany Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Satellites
11.1.1.2.4 Germany Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Orbit Type
11.1.1.3 France Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
11.1.1.3.1 France Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Propulsion Type
11.1.1.3.2 France Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by System Type
11.1.1.3.3 France Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Application
11.1.1.3.3.1 France Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Satellites
11.1.1.3.4 France Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Orbit Type
11.1.1.4 Italy Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
11.1.1.4.1 Italy Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Propulsion Type
11.1.1.4.2 Italy Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by System Type
11.1.1.4.3 Italy Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Application
11.1.1.4.3.1 Italy Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Satellites
11.1.1.4.4 Italy Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Orbit Type
11.1.1.5 UK Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
11.1.1.5.1 UK Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Propulsion Type
11.1.1.5.2 UK Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by System Type
11.1.1.5.3 UK Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Application
11.1.1.5.3.1 UK Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Satellites
11.1.1.5.4 UK Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Orbit Type
11.1.1.6 Russia Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
11.1.1.6.1 Russia Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Propulsion Type
11.1.1.6.2 Russia Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by System Type
11.1.1.6.3 Russia Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Application
11.1.1.6.3.1 Russia Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Satellites
11.1.1.6.4 Russia Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Orbit Type
11.1.1.7 Rest of Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
11.1.1.7.1 Rest of Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Propulsion Type
11.1.1.7.2 Rest of Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by System Type
11.1.1.7.3 Rest of Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Application
11.1.1.7.3.1 Rest of Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Satellites
11.1.1.7.4 Rest of Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Orbit Type
12. Competitive Landscape
12.1 Company Positioning & Concentration
13. Industry Landscape
13.1 Overview
13.2 Market Initiative
13.3 Product Development
14. Company Profiles
14.1 Moog Inc
14.1.1 Key Facts
14.1.2 Business Description
14.1.3 Products and Services
14.1.4 Financial Overview
14.1.5 SWOT Analysis
14.1.6 Key Developments
14.2 Thales SA
14.2.1 Key Facts
14.2.2 Business Description
14.2.3 Products and Services
14.2.4 Financial Overview
14.2.5 SWOT Analysis
14.2.6 Key Developments
14.3 Safran SA
14.3.1 Key Facts
14.3.2 Business Description
14.3.3 Products and Services
14.3.4 Financial Overview
14.3.5 SWOT Analysis
14.3.6 Key Developments
14.4 Northrop Grumman Corp
14.4.1 Key Facts
14.4.2 Business Description
14.4.3 Products and Services
14.4.4 Financial Overview
14.4.5 SWOT Analysis
14.4.6 Key Developments
14.5 Airbus SE
14.5.1 Key Facts
14.5.2 Business Description
14.5.3 Products and Services
14.5.4 Financial Overview
14.5.5 SWOT Analysis
14.5.6 Key Developments
14.6 IHI Corp
14.6.1 Key Facts
14.6.2 Business Description
14.6.3 Products and Services
14.6.4 Financial Overview
14.6.5 SWOT Analysis
14.6.6 Key Developments
14.7 ArianeGroup
14.7.1 Key Facts
14.7.2 Business Description
14.7.3 Products and Services
14.7.4 Financial Overview
14.7.5 SWOT Analysis
14.7.6 Key Developments
14.8 Avio SPA
14.8.1 Key Facts
14.8.2 Business Description
14.8.3 Products and Services
14.8.4 Financial Overview
14.8.5 SWOT Analysis
14.8.6 Key Developments
15. Appendix
15.1 About The Insight Partners
List of Tables
Table 1. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Segmentation
Table 2. List of Vendors
Table 3. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Table 4. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Propulsion Type
Table 5. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by System Type
Table 6. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Application
Table 7. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Satellites
Table 8. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Orbit Type
Table 9. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Country
Table 10. Germany Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Propulsion Type
Table 11. Germany Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by System Type
Table 12. Germany Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Application
Table 13. Germany Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Satellites
Table 14. Germany Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Orbit Type
Table 15. France Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Propulsion Type
Table 16. France Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by System Type
Table 17. France Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Application
Table 18. France Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Satellites
Table 19. France Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Orbit Type
Table 20. Italy Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Propulsion Type
Table 21. Italy Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by System Type
Table 22. Italy Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Application
Table 23. Italy Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Satellites
Table 24. Italy Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Orbit Type
Table 25. UK Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Propulsion Type
Table 26. UK Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by System Type
Table 27. UK Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Application
Table 28. UK Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Satellites
Table 29. UK Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Orbit Type
Table 30. Russia Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Propulsion Type
Table 31. Russia Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by System Type
Table 32. Russia Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Application
Table 33. Russia Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Satellites
Table 34. Russia Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Orbit Type
Table 35. Rest of Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Propulsion Type
Table 36. Rest of Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by System Type
Table 37. Rest of Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Application
Table 38. Rest of Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Satellites
Table 39. Rest of Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million) - by Orbit Type
List of Figures
Figure 1. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Segmentation, by Country
Figure 2. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
Figure 3. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Key Market Dynamics
Figure 4. Impact Analysis of Drivers and Restraints
Figure 5. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Revenue (US$ Million), 2021-2031
Figure 6. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Share (%) - by Propulsion Type (2023 and 2031)
Figure 7. Solid Propulsion: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 8. Cold Gas Propulsion: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 9. Green Propulsion: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 10. Electric Propulsion: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 11. Ambipolar Propulsion: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 12. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Share (%) - by System Type (2023 and 2031)
Figure 13. Monopropellant: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 14. Bipropellant: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 15. Electric Ion Propulsion: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 16. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Share (%) - by Application (2023 and 2031)
Figure 17. Launchers: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 18. Spacecraft: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 19. Satellites: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 20. Space Tugs: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 21. Landers: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 22. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Share (%) - by Orbit Type (2023 and 2031)
Figure 23. LEO: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 24. MEO and GEO: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 25. Beyond GEO: Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 26. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Key Countries - Revenue (2023) (US$ Million)
Figure 27. Europe Satellite Propulsion Market Breakdown, by Key Countries, 2023 and 2031 (%)
Figure 28. Germany Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 29. France Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 30. Italy Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 31. UK Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 32. Russia Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 33. Rest of Europe Satellite Propulsion Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
Figure 34. Company Positioning & Concentration
- Moog Inc
- Thales SA
- Safran SA
- Northrop Grumman Corp
- Airbus SE
- Avio SPA
- IHI Corp
- ArianeGroup
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