Going forward, several factors are contributing to sustained growth in capacity demand including the increasing diversity and quality of broadcast services distributed by satellite, broadband requirements for enterprise and consumer markets, and sustained military use of satellites. Current high fill rates continue to protect capacity prices. With new systems currently under development or seeking financing, new active operators could emergence in the next five years. In the last two years, government support has been instrumental in the financing process for a number of established and emerging operators through loan guarantees, hosted payloads, and PPPs. While private equity funds are taking an interest in the satellite sector (including new ventures) government support will likely still be needed as financial markets are still recovering. The question is: has industry growth already reached its peak for the cycle?
The World Satellite Business Week will provide an unmatched forum for heads of satellite operators and other established or emerging satellite industry leaders to discuss these industry trends as well as their financing strategies and the near to medium term challenges facing the sector. The Summit will take place from September 6th through 10th and the event has become, over the past 14 years, the must-attend high-profile industry event, bringing together business leaders to network, benchmark and do business. Euroconsult looks forward to welcoming you in Paris for the 2010 edition of the World Satellite Business Week.
