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Global Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) Solar Cell Market 2025 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031

Publisher GlobalInfoResearch
Published Sep 18, 2025
Length 86 Pages
SKU # GFSH20407776

Description

According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) Solar Cell market size was valued at US$ 437 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 604 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 4.2% during review period.

A Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) solar cell is a type of solar cell that uses gallium arsenide (GaAs), a compound of gallium and arsenic, as its base material. GaAs belongs to the III-V group compound semiconductor materials and has a direct energy gap, making it well-suited for solar cell applications. Due to its excellent electronic and optical properties, GaAs solar cells offer high efficiency in converting sunlight into electricity.

Market Overview

Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) solar cells are known for their high photoelectric conversion efficiency, radiation resistance, and high voltage capabilities. These cells are predominantly used in space power supplies, such as for satellites, space stations, and space probes, where their longevity and reliability are crucial. Additionally, they find applications in remote radar stations, microwave communication stations, and other specialized settings.

Market Segmentation

By Connection Type: GaAs solar cells are categorized into single-junction, double-junction, triple-junction, and quad-junction types. Among these, triple-junction solar cells dominate the market, accounting for over 90% of the share.

By Application: The aerospace industry is the primary application area, accounting for over 90% of the market share, followed by military and civilian applications, which have smaller market shares.

Key Players and Market Share

Core manufacturers in the global GaAs solar cell market include Spectrolab, Rocket Lab, AZUR SPACE, Shanghai Institute of Space Power Sources, and CETC Blue Sky Technology, among others.

The top three companies in the industry occupy approximately 60% of the market share.

Market Trends and Developments

Expanding Applications: Beyond traditional photovoltaic applications, GaAs solar cells are being considered for electric vehicles, wireless communication devices, and aerospace applications, broadening their market potential.

Rapid Industrialization: Many companies are investing heavily in research and development, and some solar cell manufacturers are integrating GaAs technology into their production lines to enhance product performance and competitiveness.

Space Applications: With advantages in photoelectric conversion efficiency and radiation resistance, GaAs solar cells are expected to see explosive growth in demand for space applications, particularly as the civil satellite market expands and battery costs decrease.

Challenges and Opportunities

Challenges: The high cost of GaAs solar cells remains a significant challenge, limiting their widespread adoption. Additionally, the supply chain for GaAs materials and wafers is complex and subject to fluctuations in raw material prices and availability.

Opportunities: The ongoing transition to renewable energy sources, coupled with advancements in GaAs technology and decreasing production costs, presents significant growth opportunities for the market. Furthermore, the development of new applications, such as micro-LEDs and terahertz technology, could further expand the market for GaAs solar cells.

In conclusion, the GaAs Solar Cell market is poised for growth driven by increasing demand for high-efficiency solar power conversion solutions, particularly in space and specialized applications. With ongoing technological advancements and decreasing costs, the market has the potential to expand further into new territories and applications.

This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) Solar Cell market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.

Key Features:

Global Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) Solar Cell market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Kw), and average selling prices (US$/Kw), 2020-2031

Global Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) Solar Cell market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Kw), and average selling prices (US$/Kw), 2020-2031

Global Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) Solar Cell market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Kw), and average selling prices (US$/Kw), 2020-2031

Global Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) Solar Cell market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (Kw), and ASP (US$/Kw), 2020-2025

The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:

To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries

To assess the growth potential for Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) Solar Cell

To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market

To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace

This report profiles key players in the global Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) Solar Cell market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Spectrolab, Rocket Lab, AZUR SPACE, Shanghai Institute of Space Power-Sources, China Power God, KINGSOON, Dr Technology, Xiamen Changelight, Uniwatt, CESI, etc.

This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.

Market Segmentation

Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) Solar Cell market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.

Market segment by Type
Single-junction Solar Cell
Double-junction Solar Cell
Triple-junction Solar Cell
Quadruple-junction Solar Cell

Market segment by Application
Aerospace
Military
Civilian

Major players covered
Spectrolab
Rocket Lab
AZUR SPACE
Shanghai Institute of Space Power-Sources
China Power God
KINGSOON
Dr Technology
Xiamen Changelight
Uniwatt
CESI

Market segment by region, regional analysis covers

North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)

Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)

Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)

South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)

Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)

The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:

Chapter 1, to describe Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) Solar Cell product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.

Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) Solar Cell, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) Solar Cell from 2020 to 2025.

Chapter 3, the Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) Solar Cell competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.

Chapter 4, the Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) Solar Cell breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.

Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.

Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) Solar Cell market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.

Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.

Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) Solar Cell.

Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) Solar Cell sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.

Table of Contents

86 Pages
1 Market Overview
2 Manufacturers Profiles
3 Competitive Environment: Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) Solar Cell by Manufacturer
4 Consumption Analysis by Region
5 Market Segment by Type
6 Market Segment by Application
7 North America
8 Europe
9 Asia-Pacific
10 South America
11 Middle East & Africa
12 Market Dynamics
13 Raw Material and Industry Chain
14 Shipments by Distribution Channel
15 Research Findings and Conclusion
16 Appendix
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