Medium Voltage Switchgear Market Size
| Study Period | 2020 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| CAGR | > 7.00 % |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia-Pacific |
| Largest Market | North America |
| Market Concentration | Medium |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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Medium Voltage Switchgear Market Analysis
The Global Medium Voltage Switchgear market is estimated to be at USD 7 billion by the end of this year. It is projected to reach USD 10.16 billion in the next five years, registering a CAGR of over 7% during the forecast period.
Increasing investments in transmission and distribution infrastructure is expected to drive the demand for Switchgear during the forecast period.
However, SF6 gas used in insulating Switchgear is a potent greenhouse gas with a global warming potential that may restrain the market.
Plans to integrate renewable energy with the national grids are expected to create significant opportunities for the switchgear market players in the near future.
Europe is the fastest-growing medium voltage switchgear market during the forecast period.
Medium Voltage Switchgear Market Trends
Gas Insulated Switchgear Hold Significant Market Share
- Gas-insulated switchgear is advantageous compared to air-insulated switchgear when there are harsh environmental conditions such as snowfall or a corrosive atmosphere, as GIS provides insulation to the atmosphere compared to air-insulated switchgear. The sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) gas insulating the switchgear is an inert, non-flammable gas providing insulation in harsh conditions. Thus, it requires less maintenance compared to air-insulated switchgear.
- Developing economies witnessed a significant increase in power consumption in recent years. As a result, governments and power utility companies established reforms to lessen power losses in the transmission and distribution infrastructure and use environment-friendly and efficient equipment in constructing T&D networks and associated infrastructure.
- In recent years, major energy consumers such as China and India have invested heavily in the T&D sector by adding new transmission lines, upgrading rural power grids, and constructing distribution networks. In India, significant investments are being made to build new high-voltage transmission lines.
- In January 2022, the government of India approved Green Energy Corridor (GEC) Phase-II. It is expected to facilitate grid integration and power evacuation of approximately 20 GW of renewable energy (RE) power projects in seven states: Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, and Uttar Pradesh. The estimated investment is INR 12,031 crores. Under this phase, 10,750 kilometers of transmission lines will be constructed, and 27,500 MVA substations are planned to be added.
- Significant investments in the up-gradation, expansion, and modernization of T&D infrastructure globally are expected to create a massive demand for more efficient alternatives to traditional air-insulated switchgear and substations such as gas-insulated ones. This is expected to be a significant driver for the gas-insulated switchgear market during the forecast period.
Europe Expected to Dominate the Market
- In the renewable energy sector, gas-insulated medium voltage switchgear (GIMVS) is widely used in wind farms. Medium voltage switchgear of up to around 35 kVA is used to protect wind generators installed at remote locations, making it ideal for areas such as the North Sea and the Gulf of Mexico, where the majority of the new offshore projects are expected to be finalized.
- The situation created due to the Russia-Ukraine conflict has reinvigorated the zeal of northern European countries for building wind farms, such as Germany, Denmark, and others. In May 2021, these North Sea countries signed a cooperation agreement on offshore wind development and green hydrogen. They are expected to target at least 65 GW by 2030 and 150 GW by 2050. This is expected to include several projects over the years and provide an excellent base for the growth of this switchgear.
- In Europe, the European Network of Transmission System Operators stated that around USD 10 billion of annual transmission spending is required through 2030. In Europe, investments remained stable at nearly USD 50 billion, increasing spending on upgrading and refurbishing the existing grid as variable renewables and electrification grew significantly in the region.
- Moreover, Europe has been at the forefront of increasing the renewable energy segment. For example, in February 2022, Vattenfall formed a joint venture with Seagust to bid for offshore wind areas in Norway. The country is expected to hold its offshore wind licensing rounds in 2022-2023 for two regions, with a total capacity of up to 4.5 GW. Wind power plants and other renewable energy power plants are in various stages of construction globally.
- Such plants are expected to employ medium-voltage gas-insulated switchgear, so the demand is likely to increase during the forecast period.
Medium Voltage Switchgear Industry Overview
Medium voltage switchgear market is moderately fragmented. Some of the key players are Schneider Electric SE, Siemens AG, Hitachi ABB Power Grids Ltd, General Electric Company, and Eaton corporation.
Medium Voltage Switchgear Market Leaders
Schneider Electric SE
Siemens AG
Hitachi ABB Power Grids Ltd
General Electric Company
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Medium Voltage Switchgear Market News
- September 2022: ABB unveiled its new factory in Vietnam to increase the production of medium-voltage switchgear. The manufacturing hub was expected to produce 2,000 panels of ABB's UniGear Medium Voltage Switchgear and 700 units of plug-and-play modular power distribution systems each year on production lines planned and built using the proven lean manufacturing principles used in the company's European facilities.
- March 2022: Nuventura and Aktif Elektroteknik partnered to develop and manufacture SF6-free primary, gas-insulated switchgear (GIS) in Turkey, using Nuventura's dry air technology. Aktif was likely to manufacture the product and provide after-sales servicing and maintenance to their customers.
Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Scope of the Study
1.2 Market Definition
1.3 Study Assumptions
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
3. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
4. MARKET OVERVIEW
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Market Size and Demand Forecast in USD billion, till 2028
4.3 Recent Trends and Developments
4.4 Government Policies and Regulations
4.5 Market Dynamics
4.5.1 Drivers
4.5.1.1 Increasing investments in transmission and distribution infrastructure.
4.5.2 Restraints
4.5.2.1 Utilization of SF6 gas in insulating switchgears
4.6 Supply Chain Analysis
4.7 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.7.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.7.2 Bargaining Power of Consumers
4.7.3 Threat of New Entrants
4.7.4 Threat of Substitute Products and Services
4.7.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
5.1 Voltage
5.1.1 3kV to 12kV
5.1.2 12kV to 24kV
5.1.3 24kV to 36kV
5.2 Component
5.2.1 Circuit Breakers
5.2.2 Contactors
5.2.3 Switches & Disconnector
5.2.4 Fuses
5.3 Insulation
5.3.1 Air Insulation Switchgear
5.3.2 Gas Insulation Switchgear
5.3.3 Other Insulation Types
5.4 End-User
5.4.1 Commercial & Residential
5.4.2 Power utilities
5.4.3 Industrial sector
5.5 Geography (Regional Market Analysis {Market Size and Demand Forecast till 2028 (for regions only)})
5.5.1 Asia-Pacific
5.5.1.1 China
5.5.1.2 India
5.5.1.3 Japan
5.5.1.4 ASEAN Countries
5.5.1.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific
5.5.2 Europe
5.5.2.1 Germany
5.5.2.2 United Kingdom
5.5.2.3 France
5.5.2.4 Italy
5.5.2.5 Rest of Europe
5.5.3 North America
5.5.3.1 United States
5.5.3.2 Canada
5.5.3.3 Rest of North America
5.5.4 South America
5.5.4.1 Brazil
5.5.4.2 Argentina
5.5.4.3 Rest of South America
5.5.5 Middle East and Africa
5.5.5.1 Saudi Arabia
5.5.5.2 United Arab Emirates
5.5.5.3 Rest of Middle East and Africa
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1 Mergers, Acquisitions, Collaboration and Joint Ventures
6.2 Strategies Adopted by Key Players
6.3 Company Profiles
6.3.1 Hitachi ABB Ltd.
6.3.2 Schneider Electric SE
6.3.3 Chint Group
6.3.4 General Electric Company
6.3.5 Eaton Corporation PLC
6.3.6 Toshiba Corp.
6.3.7 Lucy Group ltd
6.3.8 Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
6.3.9 Siemens Energy AG
6.3.10 Hyosung Heavy Industries Corp.
6.3.11 Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited
6.3.12 Powell industries Inc.
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
7.1 Integration of renewable energy with national grid
Medium Voltage Switchgear Industry Segmentation
A medium voltage switchgear is a collection of electrical equipment housed in a predominantly metal structure. This centralized set contains numerous switches, transformers, fuses, and circuit breakers. Electrical panels are used to better safeguard, control, and isolate electrical equipment.
The global medium voltage switchgear market is segmented by voltage, insulation, components country, and end-user. The market is segmented by voltage into 3kV to 12kV, 12kV to 24kV, and 24kV to 36kV. The market is segmented by insulation into gas-insulated switchgear (GIS), air-insulated switchgear (AIS), and others. The market is segmented by components into circuit breakers, contactors, fuses, and switches & disconnectors. The market is segmented by end-user into commercial, industrial, and residential. The report also covers the market size and forecasts for the switchgear market across the regions. For each segment, the market sizing and forecasts have been done based on revenue (USD billion).
| Voltage | |
| 3kV to 12kV | |
| 12kV to 24kV | |
| 24kV to 36kV |
| Component | |
| Circuit Breakers | |
| Contactors | |
| Switches & Disconnector | |
| Fuses |
| Insulation | |
| Air Insulation Switchgear | |
| Gas Insulation Switchgear | |
| Other Insulation Types |
| End-User | |
| Commercial & Residential | |
| Power utilities | |
| Industrial sector |
| Geography (Regional Market Analysis {Market Size and Demand Forecast till 2028 (for regions only)}) | |||||||
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current Medium Voltage Switchgear Market size?
The Medium Voltage Switchgear Market is projected to register a CAGR of greater than 7% during the forecast period (2024-2029)
Who are the key players in Medium Voltage Switchgear Market?
Schneider Electric SE, Siemens AG, Hitachi ABB Power Grids Ltd and General Electric Company are the major companies operating in the Medium Voltage Switchgear Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Medium Voltage Switchgear Market?
Asia-Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2024-2029).
Which region has the biggest share in Medium Voltage Switchgear Market?
In 2024, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Medium Voltage Switchgear Market.
What years does this Medium Voltage Switchgear Market cover?
The report covers the Medium Voltage Switchgear Market historical market size for years: 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Medium Voltage Switchgear Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Medium Voltage Switchgear Industry Report
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