Industry Statistics and Trends
Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Europe key trends
European companies are harnessing LEO satellites for better connectivity.
Companies are investing in LEO constellations to enhance telecommunication services in various industries, reducing Europe's reliance on GEO satellites.
Satellite firms are boosting service quality through AI advancements.
By automating and optimising satellite operations, European companies hope to improve telecommunications services and enhance weather predictions, disaster management and military surveillance.
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Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has grown at a CAGR of 0.1 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €15.5bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
Skyrocketing demand for connectivity drives satellite telecoms while satellite TV suffers
- Europe is experiencing an accelerated demand for broadband connectivity. Remote work and learning, streaming services and telemedicine have fuelled demand for reliable access.
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Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Satellite advancements and the digitalisation trend will drive demand
- The use of LEO satellites will expand in the coming years. Companies like France's Eutelsat are launching Konnect VHTS, an advanced satellite to provide high-speed broadband across Europe, and Italy’s Planetek is investing in LEO satellites due to their lower latency and higher data transmission capabilities.
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Revenue
€15.5bn
Employees
33,142
Wages
€X.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Airbus SE | 63,558.1 | 6,086.2 | 9.6 | |
SES SA | 1,932.8 | 150.7 | 7.8 | |
Eutelsat SA | 1,216.2 | 647.3 | 53.2 |
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Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Europe
Products & Services Segmentation
Industry revenue broken down by key product and services lines.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Satelitte Telecommunications Services industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Satelitte Telecommunications Services industry in Europe is €15.5bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 1,343 businesses in the Satelitte Telecommunications Services industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 4.7 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Satelitte Telecommunications Services industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Satelitte Telecommunications Services industry in Europe has been growing at a CAGR of 0.1 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Satelitte Telecommunications Services industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Satelitte Telecommunications Services industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Europe include?
Broadcasting and Communications are part of the Satelitte Telecommunications Services industry.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Satelitte Telecommunications Services industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Satelitte Telecommunications Services industry is Spain.
How competitive is the Satelitte Telecommunications Services industry in Europe?
The level of competition is moderate and increasing in the Satelitte Telecommunications Services industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Russia
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in France
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Romania
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Poland
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Luxembourg
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Estonia
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Iceland
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Belgium
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Italy
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Austria
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Norway
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Portugal
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Finland
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Bulgaria
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Lithuania
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Greece
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Spain
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Switzerland
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Denmark
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Turkey
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Malta
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Croatia
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Serbia
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in the Netherlands
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Hungary
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Czechia
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Sweden
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Slovakia
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Cyprus
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Slovenia
- Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Europe
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Players in this industry operate, maintain and provide access to satellite infrastructure to transmit voice, data, text, sound and video. They may also transmit visual, aural or textual programming to consumers via direct-to-home satellite systems.
Related Terms
GEOSTATIONARY ORBIT (GEO)LOW EARTH ORBIT (LEO)DIRECT-TO-HOMEWhat's included in this industry?
BroadcastingCommunicationsEarth observation, meteorology, astronomy and reconnaissance satellitesCompanies
Airbus SESES SAEutelsat SAIndustry Code
613 - Satellite telecommunications activities in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Skyrocketing demand for connectivity drives satellite telecoms while satellite TV suffers
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue CAGR
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Public sector's demand for satellite telecoms services remains consistent. Despite fluctuations in economic conditions, government agencies continue to invest in these critical services for efficient operations, national security and various other communications needs.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Europe industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Largest Importer
- Smallest Importer
- Total Imports into Europe
- Largest Exporter
- Smallest Exporter
- Total Exports into Europe
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2024)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2024)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2024)
- IVA (2024)
- Enterprises (2024)
- Employment (2024)
- Exports (2024)
- Imports (2024)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Technological advancements and superior service drive market concentration. Larger, successful operators leverage their scalability, innovation and customer-focused services for competitive advantage, cementing their market share.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2019-2024)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 10 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit Margin (2024)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for Airbus SE
- Countries of operation for SES SA
- Countries of operation for Eutelsat SA
- Countries of operation for Inmarsat Global Ltd
- Countries of operation for Telespazio Spa
- Countries of operation for Intelsat SA
- Countries of operation for Arqiva Group Ltd
- Countries of operation for Spaceopal GmbH
- Countries of operation for Hispasat SA
- Countries of operation for OHB SE
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
European satellite telecoms face strict regulatory frameworks. These rules, dictated primarily by the European Space Agency and national authorities, dictate licencing, spectrum usage, and environmental impacts.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
The satellite industry's profitability faces challenges from high costs and competition. These hurdles include substantial capital requirements for infrastructure and tech, intense market competition pressuring prices and regulations.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Satelitte Telecommunications Services in Europe industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
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