Global 6G Development: 2024-2032

Description

'Global 6G Connections to Reach 290m in First Two Years of Service, but Operators Must Solve Network Interference Problem'

KEY STATISTICS
Anticipated first commercial launch of 6G:	2029
Total 5G and 6G revenue in 2030:	$748 billion
Proportion of global operator revenue from 6G:	10%
Forecast period:	2024-2032

Overview

Our “6G Development” research suite provides a comprehensive evaluation of the development requirements, network architecture and future outlook for 6G cellular networks. This market-leading suite provides stakeholders, including cellular network operators, cellular technology vendors and network vendors, with a must-read assessment of the future of the 6G market. It delivers insight into areas of 6G development, including:

Spectrum Acquisition and Implementation in Mobile Networks
Base Station Roll-out & Potential Technologies in Radio Access
Monetisation Opportunities for Key IoT Markets
Innovative Wireless Communication Systems, such as Optical Networks and Cognitive Networks
AI's Growth as a Fundamental Technology in Telecommunications
Integration of Satellite Technologies into Terrestrial Networks

The suite includes a data deliverable, sizing the future market and providing key forecast data; comprising splits for mobile technologies such as 5G and 6G networks through to 2032. It also features a Juniper Research Country Readiness Index; evaluating 60 key countries' readiness to invest, develop and roll out 6G networks over the next five years.

SAMPLE VIEW

Market Trends & Forecasts

A comprehensive analysis of the current market landscape, alongside strategic recommendations and a walk-through of the forecasts.

Key Features

Key Takeaways & Strategic Recommendations: In-depth analysis of key development opportunities and key findings within the 6G market, accompanied by strategic recommendations for operators.
6G Outlook: Insight and analysis of how key 6G technologies, including reconfigurable intelligent surfaces, joint communications and sensing, and satellite networks will be developed in the future to provide 6G services. Additionally, the research assesses the availability of high-spectrum frequency bands which will be used for 6G networks.
Juniper Research Country Readiness Index: A rigorous assessment of the current and future market status in 60 countries; leveraging Juniper Research's bespoke forecast data for the global 6G market.
Benchmark Industry Forecasts: The business overview for sixth-generation networks providers includes 9-year forecasts the total number of SIMs, including splits for 5G, and 6G SIMs. Also included is forecast data for 6G revenue, and the total number of 5G new radio, and 6G base stations.

Market Data & Forecasts

The market-leading research suite for the "6G Development" market includes access to the full set of forecast data of 24 tables. Metrics in the research suite include:

Total Number of 6G Connections
Total 6G Operator Revenue
Total Number of 6G Base Stations
Total Number of 5G Connections
Total 5G Operator Revenue
Total Number of 5G New Radio Base Stations

Juniper Research's Interactive Forecast Excel contains the following functionality:

Statistics Analysis: Users benefit from the ability to search for specific metrics, displayed for all regions and countries across the data period. Graphs are easily modified and can be exported to the clipboard.
Country Data Tool: This tool lets users look at metrics for all regions and countries in the forecast period. Users can refine the metrics displayed via a search bar.
Country Comparison Tool: Users can select countries and compare each of them for specific countries. The ability to export graphs is included in this tool.
What-if Analysis: Here, users can compare forecast metrics against their own assumptions, via 3 interactive scenarios.

1. Key Takeaways & Strategic Recommendations

1.1. 6G: Key Takeaways
1.2. 6G: Strategic Recommendations

2. Future Outlook For 6G Development

2.1. Future Telecommunications Development
- 2.1.1. 6G Market Introduction
  - Figure 2.1: Total Number of Mobile Connections (m), Split by Network Technology, 2020-2032
- 2.1.2. Spectrum Allocation for 6G Networks
  - Figure 2.2: Potential 6G Spectrum Allocations
  - Table 2.3: High-frequency Band Applications
  - i. Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface Solutions to Higher-frequency Wave Interference
  - ii. Optical Spectrum Innovation
  - iii. 3GPP & Future Specification
    - Figure 2.4: 3GPP Release Timelines
  - iv. Release 15
  - v. Release 16
  - vi. Release 17
  - vii. Release 18
  - viii. Release 20 and 21
- 2.1.3. The ITU (International Telecommunication Union) Publishes Framework for Developing 6G Standards
2.2. Emerging Technologies for 6G Networks
- 2.2.1. AI in 6G Networks
  - Figure 2.5: AI Functions in 6G Networks
  - i. Digital Twin Networks
    - Figure 2.6: 6G Digital Twin Process
  - ii. AI-powered 6G Security
  - iii. AI-native Network Slicing
- 2.2.2. JCAS (Joint Communications and Sensing)
- 2.2.3. Satellite Networks
  - Table 2.7: Four Key Satellite Types Expected to Be Utilised in 6G Networks
  - Figure 2.8: Different Satellite Type Orbits
  - i. 6G SAGIN
    - Figure 2.9: SAGIN Layers
2.3 Key Sector Analysis
- Table 2.10: Key Vertical Markets & 6G Benefits
- 2.3.1. Automotive
  - Figure 2.11: 6G in Connected Vehicles
- 2.3.2. Aviation & UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle)
- 2.3.3. Digital Health
- 2.3.4. Energy
- 2.3.5. Extended Reality
  - Figure 2.12: Extended Reality Components
- 2.3.6. Maritime
  - Figure 2.13: 6G Maritime Use Cases
- 2.3.7. Media & Entertainment
- 2.3.8. Mobile Broadband
- 2.3.9. Smart Cities

3. Country Readiness Index

3.1. 6G Networks: Country Readiness Index
- Figure 3.1: Juniper Research's 8 Key Regions Definitions
- Table 3.2: 6G Networks: Country Readiness Index Scoring Criteria
- Figure 3.3: Juniper Research 6G Roadmap Country Readiness Index: Graph
3.2. Regional Analysis
- 3.2.1. North America
  - Figure 3.4: Total 6G Revenue ($m), 2029-2032
  - Table 3.5: Next G Alliance 6G Roadmap Goals
  - i. The US
    - Figure 3.6: Total Number of 6G Base Stations in the US (000s), 2029-2032
- 3.2.2. Latin America
  - Figure 3.7: Total Number of 6G Base Stations in Latin America (000s), Split by Country, 2029-2032
- 3.2.3. West Europe
  - Figure 3.8: Total Number of SIMs in West Europe (m), Split by SIM Tech, 2020-2032
  - Figure 3.9: Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking Timeline
  - i. The UK
    - Figure 3.10: Total 6G Revenue in the UK ($m), 2029-2032
- 3.2.4. Central & East Europe
  - Figure 3.11: Total Number of 6G Connections in Central & East Europe (m), Split by Country, 2029-2032
  - Figure 3.12: Total 6G Revenue in Central & East Europe ($m), 2029-2032
- 3.2.5. Far East & China
  - Figure 3.13: Total Number of 6G Base Station Deployments in Far East & China, 2029-2032
  - i. China
    - Figure 3.14: Total Number of SIMs in China (%), Split by SIM Tech, 2032: 1.9 Billion
  - ii. South Korea
    - Figure 3.15:Total Operator 6G Revenue in South Korea ($m), 2029-2032
- 3.2.6. Indian Subcontinent
  - i. India
    - Figure 3.16: Total Number of SIMs in India (%), 2032: 2.1 Billion
- 3.2.7. Rest of Asia Pacific
  - Figure 3.17: Total 6G Revenue Rest of Asia Pacific ($m), 2029-2032
- 3.2.8. Africa & Middle East
  - Figure 3.18: Total Number of 6G Base Stations in Africa & Middle East, 2029-2032
  - Table 3.19: 6G Development Heatmap, North America
  - Table 3.20: 6G Development Heatmap, Latin America
  - Table 3.21: 6G Development Heatmap, West Europe
  - Table 3.22: 6G Development Heatmap, Central & East Europe
  - Table 3.23: 6G Development Heatmap, Far East & China
  - Table 3.24: 6G Development Heatmap, Indian Subcontinent
  - Table 3.25: 6G Development Heatmap, Rest of Asia Pacific
  - Table 3.26: 6G Development Heatmap, Africa & Middle East

4. Market Forecast

4.1. Introduction
4.2. Methodology
- Figure 4.1: Juniper Research 6G Roadmap Forecast Methodology
4.3. 5G and 6G Base Station Proportions
- Figure & Table 4.2: Proportion of Base Stations That Are 5G and 6G (%), 2029-2032
- Table 4.3: Total Number of 5G and 6G Base Stations, 2029-2032
4.4. Total Number of 6G Base Stations
- Figure & Table 4.4: Total Number of 6G Base Stations, Split By 8 Key Regions 2023-2032
4.5. Total Number of 6G Connections
- Figure & Table 4.5: Total Number of 6G Connections (m), Split by 8 Key Regions, 2029-2032
4.6. Total 6G Revenue
- Figure & Table 4.6: Total 6G Revenue ($m), Split by 8 Key Regions, 2029-2032