5G NTN Market Forecasts Growth from $11.91B (2026) to $45.55B by 2031, Profiling Thales, Qualcomm, SpaceX, Ericsson & Nokia

The global 5G NTN market is projected to grow from USD 11.91 billion in 2026 to USD 45.55 billion by 2031, registering a 30.8% CAGR. Growth is driven by demand for satellite connectivity, direct-to-device services, NTN-enabled IoT, and resilient communications across remote, maritime, aviation, and disaster-prone areas. GEO satellites will hold the largest market share, while services will grow fastest. Asia Pacific is expected to record the highest growth, supported by smart cities, expanding m