South Korea Satellite-based Earth Observation Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2024 - 2029 |
| Historical Data Period | 2019 - 2022 |
| CAGR | 8.94 % |
| Market Concentration | Low |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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South Korea Satellite-based Earth Observation Market Analysis
South Korea satellite-based earth observation is estimated to be valued at USD 0.25 billion in the last year and is analyzed to reach USD 0.41 billion in the next five years, registering a CAGR of 8.94% during the forecast period.
- The growing adoption of earth observation imagery in several applications, such as urban monitoring, disaster management, and agriculture in the region, alongside government aid through space agencies, is analyzed to bolster the market growth rate during the forecast period.
- Satellite-based earth observation is a valuable tool for various applications and domains that can benefit South Korea. It can help meet the increasing demand for satellite-based Earth observation data, particularly in the fields of energy, climate monitoring, disaster management, and reconnaissance and surveillance for military purposes.
- In July 2022, The Partnership Liaison Office of the Climate Technology Centre and Network (CTCN) opened in Songdo, Incheon City, Republic of Korea. The Office aims to make new ways to collaborate on technology development and transfer to fight climate change and make societies more resilient. The Partnership and Liaison Office was established in partnership with the Incheon Metropolitan City, the Korean Ministry of Science and ICT, and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the CTCN's host institution, in late 2021.
- Further, satellite-based earth observation can support the national space development program and the scientific and technological advancement of the country. It can enable wider economic benefits and sustainable development in collaboration with international financial institutions (IFIs) and other partners. It can enhance the security and defense capabilities of South Korea against potential threats from North Korea or other adversaries.
South Korea Satellite-based Earth Observation Market Trends
Government initiatives and investments is analyzed to drive the market during the forecast period
- The growing government initiatives and investments in the country are significantly driving the satellite-based earth observation market in the country. The government of Korea has spent a significant amount on space programs in recent years that positively contribute to the market growth rate. For instance, the South Korean Ministry of Science and ICT approved a total of USD264 million for three remote sensing satellites for use in resource management, environmental monitoring, and space science.
- The Ministry's National Space Committee plan for 2019 to 2025 is set for developing the three remote sensing satellites by private industry with support from the Seoul government. An electro-optical camera will be installed on one of the three remote sensing satellites, and it will be able to take images with a resolution of five meters across a 120-kilometer area. The Korea Forest Service and the South Korean Rural Development Administration will primarily use this satellite for environmental monitoring and resource management.
- Further, the growing government contracts for environmental applications is analyzed to significantly bolster the market growth during the forecast period. For instance, in April 2023, Exotrail announced a new contract with Satrec Initiative, a provider of Earth observation solutions based in Korea, to launch a space-based electric propulsion system for a government mission in Korea.
- Within a year, Exotrail will deliver a spaceware - micro XL propulsion system engineering model and a flight model for a proof-of-concept mission for an innovative earth observation service aiming to validate the use of Satrec Initiative's Earth observation platform in Low Earth Orbit (LEO). They have chosen Exotrail's spaceware product to meet the space mobility needs of an Earth observation satellite that will be used for a Korean government R&D mission.
Urban Development and Cultural Heritage is analyzed to grow significantly during the forecast period
- The country has several urban projects in progress, as indicated in the graph. Seoul came in seventh place on the Mori Memorial Foundation's Institute for Urban Strategies' Global Power City Index in 2022. However, the city intends to advance further to secure one of the top five positions.
- The city is getting closer to achieving this objective with its recently unveiled urban design plan. By changing building codes, building new facilities and precincts, and focusing on architectural design, the government's Urban Architectural Design Innovation Plan wants to turn Seoul into a vibrant cultural hub.
- Seoul has developed its own "urban regeneration" policy to promote active and mature citizenship from the premise that a city is not a place for "development" but rather for "harmonious coexistence" in the midst of rapid sociocultural change. It will implement new reforms to enhance the city and citizens' quality of life.
- Seoul's new vision for the city is laid out in its urban design plan, which will be realized by constructing new amenities for locals and visitors alike. As earth observation aids in urban monitoring systems, land use change, expansion modeling, densification, etc., the growing urban projects in the country are analyzed to boost the market growth rate.
- Further, the country has launched smart city plans. The National Pilot Smart City was built so that sites without plans for development could see how technologies from the Fourth Industrial Revolution could be integrated. By developing an innovative industrial ecosystem that is capable of putting creative business models into action, it is also working toward the objective of demonstrating the leading model for the future smart city. Sejong and Busan are the national pilot smart cities.
South Korea Satellite-based Earth Observation Industry Overview
South Korea Satellite-based earth observation is in the growth stage, with various end-users adopting advanced technologies to evaluate better the strategies for efficient outcomes in urban planning, disaster management, and so on, contributing to the market growth rate.
In May 2023, South Korea launched a commercial-grade satellite for its expanding space development program. A payload of eight satellites, including a main commercial-grade satellite whose purpose is to verify radar imaging technology and observe cosmic radiation in a near-Earth orbit, was launched from a launch facility on a southern island by the domestically built Nuri rocket.
South Korea Satellite-based Earth Observation Market Leaders
Satrec Initiative Co., Ltd.
Dabeeo Inc.
Geofocus Co., Ltd.
Airbus
Korea aerospace industries ltd
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
South Korea Satellite-based Earth Observation Market News
- November 2022: Dabeeo, an artificial intelligence (AI)-based geospatial information technology company, joined forces with Maxar Technology, a space technology and intelligence company. This organization enables Dabeeo to extend its domestic and global earth perception administration business. Dabeeo is expanding the market for its technologies to include forest monitoring and urban change detection. Dabeeo and Maxar will work together in several areas as a result of the partnership, including the sale of Maxar's satellite images because Maxar is a company with a lot of high-resolution data on the global market for satellite image services. Through this partnership, Dabeeo can offer satellite image data and more adaptable technical collaboration.
- June 2021: An agreement was signed between UP42 and SI Imaging Services (SIIS) of Daejeon, South Korea, to make KOMPSAT satellite imagery accessible on the UP42 marketplace and developer platform. Synthetic aperture radar (SAR) data from KOMPSAT-5 and high-resolution optical imagery from KOMPSAT-3 and -3A are included in the deal. In addition to satellite imagery from five international organizations, KOMPSAT imagery is a valuable addition to the more than 50 geospatial data sets that are currently available on the UP42 marketplace. Users of UP42 will find that the imagery from the Korean constellation complements other data products because it has a wide range of dynamic ranges, a variety of spatial and spectral capabilities, afternoon acquisition times, a large archive, and attractive price points.
Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET INSIGHTS
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.2.1 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.2.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
4.2.4 Threat of Substitutes
4.2.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
4.3 Assessment of Macro-Economic factors in the Market
5. MARKET DYNAMICS
5.1 Market Drivers
5.1.1 Government Initiatives and Investments
5.1.2 Technological Advancements
5.2 Market Restraints
5.2.1 Budget Constraints and Technological Limitations
6. MARKET SEGMENTATION
6.1 By Type
6.1.1 Earth Observation Data
6.1.2 Value Added Services
6.2 By Satellite Orbit
6.2.1 Low Earth Orbit
6.2.2 Medium Earth Orbit
6.2.3 Geostationary Orbit
6.3 By End-Use
6.3.1 Urban Development and Cultural Heritage
6.3.2 Agriculture
6.3.3 Climate Services
6.3.4 Energy and Raw Materials
6.3.5 Infrastructure
6.3.6 Other End-Use
7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
7.1 Company Profiles
7.1.1 Satrec Initiative Co., Ltd.
7.1.2 Dabeeo Inc.
7.1.3 Geofocus Co., Ltd.
7.1.4 Airbus
7.1.5 Korea aerospace industries ltd
- *List Not Exhaustive
8. INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
9. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
South Korea Satellite-based Earth Observation Industry Segmentation
The study tracks the key market parameters, underlying growth influencers, and major vendors operating in the industry, which supports the market estimations and growth rates over the forecast period.
The South Korea satellite-based Earth observation market is segmented by type (earth observation data and value-added services), satellite orbit (low earth orbit, medium earth orbit, and geostationary orbit), and end-use (urban development and cultural heritage, agriculture, climate services, energy and raw materials, infrastructure, and other end-use
The market sizes and forecasts are provided in terms of value (USD billion) for all the above segments.
| By Type | |
| Earth Observation Data | |
| Value Added Services |
| By Satellite Orbit | |
| Low Earth Orbit | |
| Medium Earth Orbit | |
| Geostationary Orbit |
| By End-Use | |
| Urban Development and Cultural Heritage | |
| Agriculture | |
| Climate Services | |
| Energy and Raw Materials | |
| Infrastructure | |
| Other End-Use |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current South Korea Satellite-based Earth Observation Market size?
The South Korea Satellite-based Earth Observation Market is projected to register a CAGR of 8.94% during the forecast period (2024-2029)
Who are the key players in South Korea Satellite-based Earth Observation Market?
Satrec Initiative Co., Ltd., Dabeeo Inc., Geofocus Co., Ltd., Airbus and Korea aerospace industries ltd are the major companies operating in the South Korea Satellite-based Earth Observation Market.
What years does this South Korea Satellite-based Earth Observation Market cover?
The report covers the South Korea Satellite-based Earth Observation Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the South Korea Satellite-based Earth Observation Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
South Korea Satellite-based Earth Observation Industry Report
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