The Space In-Orbit Refueling Market Overview 2025 report reveals that the market size has grown significantly over the past few years, with projections indicating further expansion.
The market size for space in-orbit refueling has seen quick expansion over the recent past. It is expected to increase from $1.33 billion in 2024 to $1.50 billion in 2025, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.8%.
The Space In-Orbit Refueling Global Market is projected to grow to a size of $2.41 billion by 2029. The market is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.5% during this period.
Download Your Free Sample of the 2025 Space In-Orbit Refueling Market Report and Uncover Key Trends Now!The key drivers in the space in-orbit refueling market are:
• Growing demand for extending satellite operational life
• A rise in the frequency of satellite launches
• The increasing requirement for sustainable and reusable space missions
• Greater commercialization of space activities and private investment in space companies
The space in-orbit refueling market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Service Type: Propellant Refueling, Component Replacement, Satellite Servicing
2) By Refueling Technology: Cryogenic Refueling, Hypergolic Refueling, Green Propellant Refueling, Electric Propellant Refueling
3) By Vehicle Type: Satellites, Spacecraft, Space Stations
4) By Application: Commercial, Military, Government
5) By End-User: Satellite Operators, Space Agencies, Defense Organizations
The key trends in the space in-orbit refueling market are:
• The market is witnessing advancements in autonomous docking and refueling technologies.
• Technological developments in robotic servicing spacecraft are shaping the future of this sector.
• There is an increasing trend of integrating in-orbit refueling systems with next-generation satellites.
• There are ongoing developments in reusable servicing spacecraft platforms and advancements in fuel depot infrastructure in orbit.
Major players in the space in-orbit refueling market are:
• Lockheed Martin Corporation
• Northrop Grumman Corporation
• Space Exploration Technologies Corp.
• Blue Origin LLC
• Thales Alenia Space S.A.S.
• Maxar Technologies Inc.
• Sierra Space Corporation
• Relativity Space
• National Aeronautics and Space Administration
• Astroscale Holdings Inc.
• ClearSpace SA
• Space Systems Loral LLC
• Orbit Fab Inc.
• Tethers Unlimited Inc.
• Atomos Space Inc.
• Eta Space LLC
• Lúnasa Ltd.
• Obruta Space Solutions
• Orion Space Solutions LLC
• OrbitAID Pvt Ltd
• Spaceium Inc.
North America was the largest region in the space in-orbit refueling market in 2024