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The Future of Space, 2030 and Beyond
Impact of Industry Mega Trends on the Space Industry Until 2030 and Beyond: Connectivity and Surveillance Enabling a Global Migration to Next-Gen Technology
03-Jan-2018
Global
Market Research
MC88-01-00-00-00
AE01286-NA-MR_21419
This study covers key industry Mega Trends impacting the space industry, and the implications on space of ongoing technological developments. It identifies areas of opportunities for the space industry and also areas where the space industry will potentially add value in terms of helping the industry Mega Trend being realized. All space industry participants and a range of industry verticals will benefit from this visionary study that captures a ‘Big Picture’ perspective of the space industry and how it is looking to revolutionize industries across the globe. Technology companies who are looking to feed into the digital transformation Mega Trend across industries will also benefit from this study as they will get to understand their potential role in the future.
Research Scope
This research study includes:
Product Scope: Industry Mega trends and Space Mega Trends
Geographic Scope: Global
End-user Scope: All industries related to the space industry
Key Issues Addressed
- What are the key industry Mega Trends and their significance for space?
- What are the key trends within the satellite manufacturing domain?
- What are the key trends within the launch services domain?
- What are the key trends within the satellite operations domain?
- What are they key trends within the downstream services domain?
- What are the key trends within the deep space missions domain?
- What are the key trends within the different industries and applications which use products and services from the space industry?
- What are the future implications for industries and the space industry?
- What will the space industry look like by 2030?
- What are the major developments in the space travel industry?
Key Conclusion
What makes our study unique? We provide diverse research services focused on existing and evolving markets across the aerospace, defence and security markets, covering them at global and regional levels. We provide speacialist studies focused on specific product or market segments which provide deep dive opportunity for strategists and invesotrs who wish to learn about the future state of any ADS market or product int erms of addressable markets, opportunities and future disruptions.
Future of Space—Key Developments
Future of Space—Top-Level SWOT for the Space Industry
Next-Gen Connectivity Landscape—Space Significance
Future of Space—What It Means to the World
Key Evolutions to Look Out For
Future of Space—The Internet of Everything Perspective
Research Methodology
Global Mega Trends to 2040— What is a Mega Trend?
Key Sub-trends to Consider within Mega Trends
Key Sub-trends to Consider within Mega Trends (continued)
Key Sub-trends to Consider within Mega Trends (continued)
Key Sub-trends to Consider within Mega Trends (continued)
Key Sub-trends to Consider within Mega Trends (continued)
5 Major Growth Opportunities
Strategic Imperatives for Success and Growth
Satellite Manufacturing
Increasing Satellite Production
Serial Production, IIoT and Additive Manufacturing
Evolution of Small Satellite Manufacturing Value Chain
High Throughput Satellite Communication Services
All Electric Satellites—Disruption Enabling Migration
Satellite Missions (2016-2029)—Satellite Segments
Launch Services
The Rising Need for Increasing Satellite Launch Capacity
Globalization Driven by Small Satellites
Increasing Private Investment in Launch Services
Air Launched Rocket Systems
New Business Models—Small Satellite Launch Services
Satellite Services
Satellites Across Applications
Ground Station Networks
Uberization of Satellite Mission Operations
Satellite Services
Broadband and Narrowband Services to Remote Locations
Increased Navigation Systems and Services
Services Adding Value to IoT Solutions
End-user Markets and Applications
Maritime Surveillance and Management
Satellite-based Maritime Surveillance—Opportunities
Air Traffic Management, Connectivity and Unmanned Systems
Automotive ITS and Connectivity
Rail Networks
Logistics
Public Safety and Disaster Management
National Security
Internet of Things
Media
Location-based Services (LBS)
Sustainability
Blockchain
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Elon Musk and High Speed Air Travel
Future Scenarios
Space Tourism—Sub-orbital Flights & High Speed Air Travel
Race to the Moon—Back and Future
Deep Space Missions—Where and Why
Human Transportation Legacy and the Future
Introduction and Implications
Increasing Investment by the End-user Community
Disruption of Tech Giants
Horizontal Integration
Industry Consolidation
Diversifying Roles in the Imagery Analytics Value Chain
Start-up Invasion
Next-gen Geospatial—Newer and Cheaper Solutions
HTS Business Models—Enabling Service Providers
Space Management
Space Debris and Congestion—Constellations and Concerns
Space Weather Services
Space Situational Awareness
Legal Disclaimer
Acronyms Used
List of Exhibits
The Frost & Sullivan Story
Value Proposition: Future of Your Company & Career
Global Perspective
Industry Convergence
360º Research Perspective
Implementation Excellence
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