PUBLISHER: Prescient & Strategic Intelligence | PRODUCT CODE: 1909281
PUBLISHER: Prescient & Strategic Intelligence | PRODUCT CODE: 1909281
Middle East and Africa Space Launch Services Market Size & Share Analysis - Trends, Drivers, Competitive Landscape, and Forecasts (2026 - 2032)
The Middle East and Africa space launch services market is witnessing strong growth as countries across the region increase investment in space programs, satellite deployment, and advanced aerospace capabilities. The market is valued at USD 263.1 million in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 760.4 million by 2032, growing at a robust CAGR of 16.4% during the study period from 2019 to 2032. Rising demand for satellite-based communication, earth observation, navigation, and national security applications is driving sustained market expansion.
Space launch services are gaining strategic importance as governments and institutions focus on strengthening space sovereignty and expanding participation in the global space economy. Increasing collaboration with international space agencies, development of launch infrastructure, and investment in advanced launch technologies are supporting market development. Growing private-sector participation and commercialization of space activities are further reinforcing market momentum across the region.
Saudi Arabia represents the largest market in the Middle East and Africa, supported by strong government backing, expanding space initiatives, and growing investment in aerospace infrastructure, while the UAE is emerging as the fastest-growing country due to rapid development of space programs, rising satellite launch activity, and strong focus on innovation-led space advancement. As space becomes a strategic priority, the Middle East and Africa space launch services market is expected to maintain strong growth throughout the forecast period.
Key Insights
The Middle East and Africa space launch services market is valued at USD 263.1 million in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 760.4 million by 2032, reflecting strong long-term growth driven by expanding space programs and satellite deployment.
The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 16.4% during 2019-2032, supported by increasing investment in space infrastructure and launch capabilities.
Rising demand for satellite communication, earth observation, and navigation services is strengthening launch service requirements.
Saudi Arabia accounts for the largest share of the market, driven by strong government support and expanding aerospace initiatives.
The UAE is the fastest-growing country, supported by rapid development of space programs and increasing satellite launch activities.
Growing collaboration with international space agencies and commercial partners is accelerating capability development.
Expansion of launch infrastructure and technological advancement is improving launch efficiency and reliability.
Increasing private-sector participation is supporting commercialization of space launch services.
Focus on national security, data sovereignty, and advanced research is influencing long-term space investment strategies.
Continued investment in space infrastructure, technology development, and international partnerships is expected to sustain long-term growth in the Middle East and Africa space launch services market.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Research Scope
- 1.1. Research Objectives
- 1.2. Market Definition
- 1.3. Analysis Period
- 1.4. Market Size Breakdown by Segments
- 1.4.1. Market Size Breakdown, by Payload Type
- 1.4.2. Market Size Breakdown, by Launch Vehicle
- 1.4.3. Market Size Breakdown, by Service Type
- 1.4.4. Market Size Breakdown, by Orbit Type
- 1.4.5. Market Size Breakdown, by End User
- 1.4.6. Market Size Breakdown, by Country
- 1.5. Market Data Reporting Unit
- 1.5.1. Revenue
- 1.6. Key Stakeholders
Chapter 2. Research Methodology
- 2.1. Secondary Research
- 2.1.1. Paid
- 2.1.2. Unpaid
- 2.1.3. P&S Intelligence Database
- 2.2. Primary Research
- 2.3. Market Size Estimation
- 2.4. Data Triangulation
- 2.5. Currency Conversion Rates
- 2.6. Assumptions for the Study
- 2.7. Notes and Caveats
Chapter 3. Executive Summary
Chapter 4. Market Indicators
Chapter 5. Industry Outlook
- 5.1. Industry Background
- 5.2. Market Dynamics
- 5.2.1. Trends
- 5.2.2. Drivers
- 5.2.3. Restraints/Challenges
- 5.2.4. Emerging Economies and Key Opportunities
- 5.2.5. Impact Analysis of Drivers/Restraints
- 5.3. Sociopolitical Impact
- 5.4. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 5.4.1. Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 5.4.2. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 5.4.3. Threat of New Entrants
- 5.4.4. Intensity of Rivalry
- 5.4.5. Threat of Substitutes
- 5.5. Lifecycle Analysis
- 5.6. Innovation and Technology Trends
- 5.7. Economic and Regulatory Impact
- 5.8. Market Entry Strategies
Chapter 6. Competitive Landscape
- 6.1. List of Market Players and their Offerings
- 6.2. Market Share of Key Players (2025)
- 6.3. Competitive Benchmarking of Key Players
- 6.4. Product Benchmarking of Key Players
- 6.5. Recent Strategic Developments by Key Players
- 6.6. Company Leadership Matrix
Chapter 7. Saudi Arabia Market
- 7.1. Overview
- 7.2. Market Revenue, by Payload Type (2019-2032)
- 7.3. Market Revenue, by Launch Vehicle (2019-2032)
- 7.4. Market Revenue, by Service Type (2019-2032)
- 7.5. Market Revenue, by Orbit Type (2019-2032)
- 7.6. Market Revenue, by End User (2019-2032)
- 7.7. Market Revenue, by Country (2019-2032)
Chapter 8. U.A.E. Market
- 8.1. Overview
- 8.2. Market Revenue, by Payload Type (2019-2032)
- 8.3. Market Revenue, by Launch Vehicle (2019-2032)
- 8.4. Market Revenue, by Service Type (2019-2032)
- 8.5. Market Revenue, by Orbit Type (2019-2032)
- 8.6. Market Revenue, by End User (2019-2032)
- 8.7. Market Revenue, by Country (2019-2032)
Chapter 9. Kuwait Market
- 9.1. Overview
- 9.2. Market Revenue, by Payload Type (2019-2032)
- 9.3. Market Revenue, by Launch Vehicle (2019-2032)
- 9.4. Market Revenue, by Service Type (2019-2032)
- 9.5. Market Revenue, by Orbit Type (2019-2032)
- 9.6. Market Revenue, by End User (2019-2032)
- 9.7. Market Revenue, by Country (2019-2032)
Chapter 10. Qatar Market
- 10.1. Overview
- 10.2. Market Revenue, by Payload Type (2019-2032)
- 10.3. Market Revenue, by Launch Vehicle (2019-2032)
- 10.4. Market Revenue, by Service Type (2019-2032)
- 10.5. Market Revenue, by Orbit Type (2019-2032)
- 10.6. Market Revenue, by End User (2019-2032)
- 10.7. Market Revenue, by Country (2019-2032)
Chapter 11. Bahrain Market
- 11.1. Overview
- 11.2. Market Revenue, by Payload Type (2019-2032)
- 11.3. Market Revenue, by Launch Vehicle (2019-2032)
- 11.4. Market Revenue, by Service Type (2019-2032)
- 11.5. Market Revenue, by Orbit Type (2019-2032)
- 11.6. Market Revenue, by End User (2019-2032)
- 11.7. Market Revenue, by Country (2019-2032)
Chapter 12. Egypt Market
- 12.1. Overview
- 12.2. Market Revenue, by Payload Type (2019-2032)
- 12.3. Market Revenue, by Launch Vehicle (2019-2032)
- 12.4. Market Revenue, by Service Type (2019-2032)
- 12.5. Market Revenue, by Orbit Type (2019-2032)
- 12.6. Market Revenue, by End User (2019-2032)
- 12.7. Market Revenue, by Country (2019-2032)
Chapter 13. South Africa Market
- 13.1. Overview
- 13.2. Market Revenue, by Payload Type (2019-2032)
- 13.3. Market Revenue, by Launch Vehicle (2019-2032)
- 13.4. Market Revenue, by Service Type (2019-2032)
- 13.5. Market Revenue, by Orbit Type (2019-2032)
- 13.6. Market Revenue, by End User (2019-2032)
- 13.7. Market Revenue, by Country (2019-2032)
Chapter 14. Company Profiles
Chapter 15. Appendix
- 15.1. Sources and References
- 15.2. Related Reports
