GEO Satellite Communications: Emerging Technologies

"GEO satellite orders are at historic lows; operators must explore other technologies to remain competitive."

This report analyses the challenges that the geostationary Earth orbit (GEO) satellite communications market faces, and the emerging technologies that can improve the competitiveness of GEO satellite operators and manufacturers.

Questions answered in this report

• What is the GEO communications satellite market outlook, and what challenges do operators face in this market?
• Where and when are small GEO platforms most competitive?
• What emerging technologies could support and improve GEO satellite development, procurement and deployment?
• How does the market differ between commercial customers and government and military customers?

Who should read this report

• Executives in satellite operator CTO, strategy and business development offices responsible for procurement and network development decisions
• Satellite manufacturers aiming to increase their competitive position and lower barriers to entry into the GEO communications market
• Developers and providers of in-orbit refuelling, bringing into use and software-defined satellites who wish to better consider the trade-offs, competition and value proposition associated with emerging technologies and services