Rachel Kong
Research Analyst
Research Focus
Research Analyst Rachel Kong is an Asia-Pacific Advisory team member specializing in Earth observation and remote sensing technologies within the Space Technologies research group. She conducts in-depth research and analysis on geospatial technologies across diverse industries, focusing on technological innovations, global advancements, and identifying emerging trends to provide actionable insights and support decision-making for businesses and organizations.
Topics Covered
Insights
Satellite Tasking-as-a-Service in Earth Observation Solutions: A Growing Opportunity
Insight | 1Q 2025 | IN-7756
Apple’s iPhone Update Unlocks New Starlink Satellite Access: The Race Toward Satellite Connectivity
Insight | 1Q 2025 | IN-7714
COP29 and the Industrial Transformation Infrastructure Debt Program: Driving ASEAN’s Sustainability Agenda
Insight | 4Q 2024 | IN-7635
Building Resilience: Is ASEAN’s Power Grid Ready to Deliver on Green Promises?
Insight | 4Q 2024 | IN-7601
The Rise of Southeast Asia’s Smart Cities: Pioneering Urban Transformation through AI and IoT
Insight | 4Q 2024 | IN-7544
Smart Tech, Dirty Footprint: The Environmental Impact of Artificial Intelligence
Insight | 3Q 2024 | IN-7541
EVs Gain Momentum in Southeast Asia: Are They as Green as They Seem?
Insight | 3Q 2024 | IN-7502
Asia-Pacific’s 5G CAPEX Slowdown: What Are the Next Big Opportunities?
Insight | 3Q 2024 | IN-7480
Sailing into the Future: Leveraging 5G Connectivity in Singapore’s Maritime Sector
Insight | 3Q 2024 | IN-7451
Battling Green Washing: How Is Singapore Pioneering Genuine Sustainability in Southeast Asia?
Insight | 3Q 2024 | IN-7442
Research
Presentation | 1Q 2025 | PT-3560
Report | 1Q 2025 | AN-6050
Presentation | 1Q 2025 | PT-3642
Market Data | 1Q 2025 | MD-EDT-101
Presentation | 4Q 2024 | PT-2904
Report | 3Q 2024 | AN-6266
Rachel Kong In The News
Report: global LEO satellite growth to hit 42,600 by 2032
Military + Aerospace Electronics (2025-04-14)
LEO satellites in orbit skyrocket to reach 42,600 by 2032
Broadcast & Cablesat (2025-04-10)According to a new report from global technology intelligence firm ABI Research, the total number of active LEO (including VLEO) satellites in operational orbit will increase from 7,473 in 2023 to approximately 42,600 by 2032. As China and Europe intensify their efforts and make significant...
More Than 42,000 LEO Satellites Deployed by 2032: Report
Telecompetitor (2025-04-8)Increased involvement by China and Europe in the low-earth-orbit (LEO) satellite sector will increase the number of satellites in operational orbit from 7,473 in 2023 to about 42,600 by 2032, according to a new report from ABI Research.
ABI says that there are “vast opportunities” for growth, which...
ABI Research forecasts LEO satellites will reach 42,600 by 2032
SDX Central (2025-04-8)ABI Researchprojects a substantial increase in the number of active low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites, forecasting a rise from 7,473 in 2023 to approximately 42,600 by 2032. The surge is attributed to intensified efforts and investments from regions such as China and Europe, driving advancements in...