Space Situational Awareness Market size was valued at USD 1.7 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach a valuation of USD 3.1 billion by the end of 2037, rising at a CAGR of 4.7% during the forecast period, i.e., 2025-2037. In 2025, the industry size of space situational awareness is estimated at USD 1.8 billion.
The space situational awareness (SSA) market is expanding at a significant pace due to the growing number of satellites being launched into space and the need to address the issue of space debris. The use of satellite networks in telecommunications, navigation, and defense has increased the demand for better orbital monitoring systems. In May 2023, Rivada Space Networks partnered with OKAPI: Orbits to improve space traffic management, integrating high-speed satellite communication with satellite collision avoidance and de-orbiting capabilities. These partnerships are indicative of the growing focus on developing new and improved software and hardware solutions to meet the needs of the space situational awareness (SSA) market with regard to improved situational awareness.
Governments worldwide are spending on SSA to protect their properties and control the orbiting systems. In April 2024, NASA released a new space sustainability plan that would help the agency promote innovation without harming the environment. This initiative is a clear example of the US government’s commitment to ensuring that space operations are safer and more sustainable. Similarly, the European Space Agency and other countries like France have also focused more on SSA programs, as seen in the Space Situational Awareness Project by ArianeGroup in April 2023. These investments not only help to meet the challenges that are arising in space traffic management but also contribute to the development of the market.
Growth Drivers
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2024 |
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2025-2037 |
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4.7% |
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Base Year Market Size (2024) |
USD 1.7 billion |
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Forecast Year Market Size (2037) |
USD 3.1 billion |
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Offering (Services, Payload Systems, Software)
In space situational awareness market, services segment is expected to capture over 50.5% revenue share by 2037, owing to the rise in demand for monitoring and business intelligence. In July 2024, NorthStar Earth & Space received the funding to improve its SSA Concept of Operations (CONOPS) to expand its services. This segment has dominated the market due to the need for external providers of advanced monitoring and risk assessment solutions, primarily in the government and commercial sectors. Moreover, collaborations with space agencies and private companies are increasing the availability and variety of these products.
Orbital Range (Near-Earth Orbit, Deep Space)
The near-Earth orbit segment is likely to dominate space situational awareness market share of over 82% by 2037, owing to the increasing deployment of satellite constellations in this domain. ExoAnalytic Solutions bought 3S Northumbria in June 2024 to improve its tracking capacity in NEO. The growth of the NEO segment is due to the need to address high satellite density and the risk of collisions in this densely populated orbital region. Furthermore, the development of mega-constellations like Starlink highlights the need for effective SSA capabilities in this specific regime.
Our in-depth analysis of the global space situational awareness market includes the following segments:
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North America Market Analysis
North America in space situational awareness market is set to dominate over 52% revenue share by 2037. The U.S. Surveillance Network is responsible for tracking 28,160 active objects of the total 56,450 objects in orbit; this is evidence of the region’s advanced space capabilities. These capabilities provide operational safety and make North America one of the leading regions in space monitoring. The growth of the region is also boosted by the privatization of space activities, with SpaceX and Amazon’s Kuiper Project deploying more satellites.
In the U.S., the development of SSA is being boosted by investments made in advanced radar systems. For instance, in April 2022, Ansys Government Initiatives (AGI) entered into a partnership with Northrop Grumman to create the Deep-Space Advanced Radar Capability (DARC) for the U.S. Space Force to enhance deep space tracking and enhance the nation’s strategic interest in space awareness. The U.S. government has also put efforts in place the promotion of international cooperation in the area of space safety to ensure that the US remains the leader in space activities.
Canada is a lucrative country in the North America SSA sector due to its partnership with international organizations. Moreover, the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) contributes to the SSA by providing satellite data and creating new technologies. These initiatives, together with the cooperation with the U.S. and European agencies, show the role of Canada in the improvement of the North America SSA capacity. Also, the Canadian approach to sustainable space practices reflects the country’s interest in comprehensive space monitoring systems.
Asia Pacific Market Statistics
Asia Pacific space situational awareness market is set to exhibit around 5% CAGR from 2025 to 2037 due to the increasing space programs and satellite launches. The advancements in technology in the region make it strategic in the global SSA market to meet the increasing need for space safety solutions. The increasing participation of private companies in space development also enhances the position of Asia Pacific in the development of the space situational awareness market.
India SSA infrastructure is continuously being developed to meet space debris and satellite traffic management issues. In August 2022, Digantara Research & Technologies suggested creating an SSA observatory that would track satellites and space debris. This initiative is in consonance with India’s role as a responsible space-faring nation and its efforts to promote space safety through traffic management. Also, the government support measures for private space companies in India foster the enhancement of advanced SSA technologies.
The growth of the space situational awareness market in China is attributed to its strong satellite programs and strategic development of monitoring systems. China has more than 300 operational satellites, and to promote safe and responsible space activities, it has focused on radar systems and data-sharing platforms. The increased collaboration with other countries’ space agencies also shows that the country is expanding its collaboration in order to improve SSA. These developments further strengthen China as a key player in Asia Pacific space situational awareness (SSA) market, protecting its increasing constellation of orbital assets.
Some of the key players in the space situational awareness market include Lockheed Martin Corporation, Raytheon Systems Limited, and Northrop Grumman Corporation, while new entrants in the market include LeoLabs and ExoAnalytic Solutions. These companies offer a full range of SSA solutions, which are based on software, hardware, and analytical tools to satisfy the needs of different customers. In January 2022, the United States Space Force sent up two more Geosynchronous Space Situational Awareness Program (GSSAP) satellites into orbit with the help of Lockheed Martin. These developments point to the fact that competition in the SSA market is based on innovation and efficiency.
In July 2024, NorthStar Earth & Space was provided with shareholder funding to enhance its patented SSA CONOPS and consolidate its position in space monitoring technologies. This funding will allow NorthStar to increase its product offerings and increase its presence around the world, which is consistent with the market’s focus on innovation and strategic investment. New entrants and companies using new strategies and winning government contracts are expected to dominate the space situational awareness (SSA) market.
Here are some leading companies in the space situational awareness market:
Author Credits: Abhishek Verma
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