衛星用太陽電池アレイ市場調査レポート : 2035年までの予測

衛星用太陽電池アレイ市場調査レポート : タイプ[太陽電池アレイ（リジッド太陽電池アレイ、マルチ接合太陽電池アレイ、薄膜太陽電池アレイ）、太陽電池パネル]、軌道別（LEO軌道、MEO軌道、GEO軌道）、用途別（通信衛星、地球観測衛星、航法衛星、リモートセンシング衛星、その他）、地域別（北米、ヨーロッパ、アジア太平洋、その他の地域）2035年までの予測

世界の衛星用太陽電池パネルアレイ市場は、2035年までに16億1,697万米ドルに達すると予測されており、2025年から2035年にかけて年平均成長率（CAGR）6.1%で拡大します。衛星用太陽電池パネルアレイとは、太陽光を捉えて電力に変換するために衛星に搭載された太陽電池パネルの集合体です。このエネルギーは、宇宙空間における衛星の機器、通信システム、その他の搭載機能の稼働に使用されます。

衛星用太陽電池アレイの世界的な需要は、通信や地球観測を中心とする衛星打ち上げ数の急増につながる主な要因の一つです。米国からは9,600機以上、CIS諸国からは1,561機、中国からは890機、英国からは658機の衛星が打ち上げられており、需要は高まっています。太陽電池アレイはクリーンで自律的な電力を供給するため、衛星の主要な電源であり、Starlinkのブロードバンド接続から気候監視、災害対応、精密農業まで、幅広い用途に利用されています。

Market Overview

The global satellite solar panel array market is projected to reach USD 1,616.97 million by 2035, expanding at a CAGR of 6.1% from 2025 to 2035. A satellite solar panel array is a collection of solar panels mounted on a satellite to capture sunlight and convert it into electrical power. This energy is used to run the satellite’s instruments, communication systems, and other onboard functions in space.

The need for global satellite solar panel arrays is one of the main factors that lead to the enormous growth in satellite launches, mainly those for communication and Earth observation. The demand is rising as there are more than 9,600 launches of satellites from the U.S., 1,561 from the CIS, 890 from China, and 658 from the UK. Solar arrays are the main power source for satellites because they provide clean and autonomous power, which leads to different applications ranging from Starlink’s broadband connectivity to climate monitoring, disaster response, and precision agriculture.

Key Company Development

Airbus, in September 2024, received a major contract from MDA Space to deliver more than 200 Sparkwing solar arrays for the AURORA satellite line, defining the highest Sparkwing configuration so far. These arrays, produced for mass production in Leiden, the Netherlands, will not only bring power but also speed to Telesat’s Light LEO constellation. Along with this, in December 2024, Airbus collaborated with Thales and Leonardo in the founding of ‘Project Bromo,’ a strategic joint venture that strengthens the satellite capabilities in Europe against rivals like Starlink.

Major Players

Key players in the global satellite solar panels array market are Airbus, Spectrolab, Lockheed Martin, Rocket Lab, Inc., Northrop Grumman, Sierra Space, Spacetech GmBH, DHV Technology, Gomspace, Isispace, AAC Clyde Space, Mitsubishi Electric, Thales Alenia Space, mPower Technology, Ascent Solar Technologies, Inc., Leonardo S.p.A., and Kongsberg NanoAvionics.

Report Attribute Details

• Market Size 2024: USD 875.02 Million
• Market Size 2035: USD 1,616.97 Million
• CAGR (2025-2035): 6.1%
• Base Year: 2024
• Market Forecast Period: 2025-2035

Market Segmentations

• By Type: Solar Array – 8.7%, Solar Panels – 7.3%.
• By Orbit: LEO Orbit – 8.9%, MEO Orbit – 7.4%.
• By Application: Communication Satellites – 9.0%, Earth Observation Satellites – 8.7%.

Regional Insights

North America dominates the global satellite solar panel market. The United States leads in the aerospace and defense sectors, which are crucial for the growth of this market. It is a hub for R&D in multi-junction GaAs and radiation-hardened technologies, with Spectrolab being a key innovator in the field. In 2024, North America led the market with the U.S. contributing USD 3,266.32 million, while the rest of the region added USD 4.33 million.

Europe is a mature yet highly innovative market, with the ESA and prominent companies like Airbus, OHB SE, and Thales Alenia Space leading in solar array technology. Strong coordination among space agencies and commercial partners supports the successful execution of space missions. Europe recorded significant activity, with the UK generating USD 38.97 million and the rest of the region contributing USD 129.90 million.

The Asia-Pacific region is the fastest-growing market, driven by China, India, Japan, South Korea, and Australia. Notably, China’s space endeavors, such as the BeiDou navigation system and Tiangong station, rely on and expect high-efficiency solar arrays and cells. In the Asia-Pacific region, China dominated with USD 383.93 million, supported by Japan’s USD 37.53 million contribution.

The Rest of the World market is smaller but steadily emerging, with South America and the Middle East & Africa making incremental progress. Brazil and Argentina focus on EO and communication satellites, often in collaboration with ESA or U.S.-based suppliers. In the Middle East, the UAE and Saudi Arabia are building satellite capabilities with local integration support. South Africa and Nigeria are expanding their programs with international partnerships.