Industrial Switchgear Market Size - By Voltage, By Current, By Insulation, Analysis, Share, & Forecast, 2025 - 2034

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Industrial Switchgear Market Size

The global industrial switchgear market size was valued at USD 31.3 billion in 2024 and is estimated to grow at a CAGR 6% from 2025 to 2034, due to rising demand for efficient electrical infrastructure and rapid industrialization globally. Investment in adopting new technology for modernizing outdated grids alongside integrating clean energy sources remain the key aspects to ensure growth. Also, extending manufacturing operations in the case of developing countries requires greater reliability in the distribution and control of electricity which drives the switchgear market. Finally, the advent of smart grids together with automation of power management applications is increasing the usage of advanced switchgear technologies such as gas insulated and vacuum insulated systems that guarantee safety and increased operational effectiveness.
 

Industrial Switchgear Market

Further, there has been a shift towards decarbonization as eco-friendly switchgear alternatives are becoming easily accessible, allowing for base support for the market. Further, there has been a paradigm shift to IoT switchgear which allows for predictive maintenance and on the spot diagnosing, this would further increase the efficiency of older switchgears. Stricter policies to restructure the energy framework in an attempt to minimize loss to energy are aiding in the markets growth as well.

Industrial Switchgear Market Trends

Modernization of the switchgear industry is greatly influenced by changing regulations, evolving technologies, and rising energy demand. I can foresee a growing trend in the adoption of smart and digital switchgear solutions. Such technologies address the increasing application of IoT devices, AI in data supervision, real-time monitoring and system analytics as well as forecasting failures, hence increasing system reliability and decreasing the number of unexpected glitches. With the increasing seamlessness of industries, the trend towards the use of digital switchgear is likely to become more pronounced in smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 settings.
 

Power grid interconnections with renewable energy systems are also another trend changing the context of the area. As nations progress towards lowering carbon emissions and requiring energy sustainability, there is a wider demand for switchgear enabling varying energy loads. This has made parts of the electrical infrastructure switch towards hybrid switchgear which has potential for further growth while integrating with renewable resources and stabilizing grid performance. Additionally, extensive research is being done on the green switchgear based on sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) free technology. They are environmentally friendly and meet strict regulations on greenhouse gas emissions.
 

Industrial Switchgear Market Analysis

Industrial Switchgear Market Size, By Voltage, 2022 - 2034 (USD Billion)

The high voltage segment is expected to cross USD 31.7 billion by 2034. High voltage switchgear is crucial for effective power transmission and distribution in the industries as well as in growing cities. Additionally, the growing development of wind and solar farms also calls for high voltage switchgear to allow smooth connection of these power sources to the electric grid.
 

Likewise, the medium voltage segment is also important as its use in different industries and infrastructure projects is on the rise. Specifically industrial plants, commercial buildings and utility grids widely use medium voltage systems along with many others to meet their power requirement needs. These systems are excellent for providing reliable power supply for some of the critical applications which include manufacturing units, data centers and renewable energy systems.
 

Industrial Switchgear Market Share, By Current, 2024

The AC segment of the industrial switchgear market is currently growing at a rate of 5.8%, up to  2034, due to its growing demand in industrial and commercial setups. AC systems are extensively employed for electricity distribution as they are cost-effective in transmitting power over long distances which fits large industries and cities, manufacturing plants, urban infrastructure, and more. Due to these systems, the industrial automation which widely relies on AC power along with motor driven applications and HVAC systems is constantly increasing the demand for AC switchgears. In addition, the emergence of Smart Grids and the corresponding technology which controls the high fluctuations in power demand are additional factors boosting deployment and expansion of various types of equipment.
 

Parallel to this trend, Vacuum insulated switching gears also show great promise in the renewable energy realm as electric current produced by solar photovoltaic systems, amongst other, is collected through DC switchgears which are known to be long lasting and easy to fold, providing Integrability for renewables into power grids all over the globe.
 

U.S. Industrial Switchgear Market Size, 2022 - 2034,  (USD Billion)

The U.S. industrial switchgear market size is expected to exceed USD 4.2 billion by 2034, due to the robust enhancement in the electrical infrastructure kept to meet the sense of industrial growth and advancement modernism. The expansion of the Meith wind and solar renewable energy sources are in need of greatly improved switch gear that can enable management of intermittent power source alongside security of grid. Also, the changing electrical landscape in the US, marked by new transmission and distribution system modernization are some of the prominent aspects attributing towards the market growth within the region.
 

As for the events and developments in the Asia Pacific region, the switchgear market forecast is promising. The acceleration in the regions industrialization, infrastructural advancement and urbanization contributes to the dire need for effective and reliable distribution systems. As for Schneider companies, acquisition and collaboration are the most prominent business strategies they have employed. For example, Lauritz Knudsen said that in order to capitalize on the rapid growth of the electric sector in India, it will invest 103 million dollars in the next 3 years.
 

Industrial Switchgear Market Share

Hitachi and General Electric are the top competing companies in the industrial switchgear industry, and they use their industry experience, active technological solutions, and their international wide reach to maximize this market. These industry giants offer modern technological products such as digital substations, which enable active management, greater automatic control, and maintenance that is based on predicted needs; all of which contribute to the strengthening of the grid and greater performance efficiency.
 

Industrial Switchgear Market Companies

Major players operating in the industrial switchgear industry are:

  • ABB
  • Bharat Heavy Electricals
  • CG Power and Industrial Solutions
  • E + I Engineering
  • Eaton
  • Fuji Electric
  • General Electric
  • HD Hyundai Electric
  • Hitachi
  • Hyosung Heavy Industries
  • Lucy Group
  • Mitsubishi Electric
  • Ormazabal
  • Schneider Electric
  • Siemens
  • Skema
  • Toshiba
     

Industrial Switchgear Industry News

  • In April 2024, Schneider Electric and Digital Realty introduced their circular economy initiative at the Paris 5 (PAR5) data center. This joint venture is aimed at enhancing the life cycle of vital systems in PAR5, such as Muller Electric’s low and medium voltage electrical panels, switch cabinets, and UPS units. The said initiative reaffirms Digital Realty’s continuous efforts towards achieving its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) commitments.
     
  • According to SAEL Ltd, an Indian renewable energy firm, in May 2024, it intends to issue dollar-denominated bonds worth up to 500 million dollars. The funds will be used for energy, in particular the construction of solar power plants.
     

This industrial switchgear market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of “USD Million and ‘‘000 Units’ from 2021 to 2034, for the following segments:

Market, By Voltage

  • Low
  • Medium
  • High

Market, By Current

  • AC
  • DC

Market, By Insulation

  • Air
  • Gas
  • Oil
  • Vacuum
  • Others

The above information has been provided for the following countries across the region:

  • North America
    • U.S.
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • UK
    • France
    • Germany
    • Italy
    • Russia
    • Spain
  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • Australia
    • India
    • Japan
    • South Korea
  • Middle East & Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE
    • Turkey
    • South Africa
    • Egypt
  • Latin America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina

 

Authors: Ankit Gupta, Utkarsh Mahajan
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Who are the major players in the industrial switchgear market?
Major players in the industrial switchgear market include ABB, Bharat Heavy Electricals, CG Power and Industrial Solutions, E + I Engineering, Eaton, Fuji Electric, General Electric, HD Hyundai Electric, Hitachi, Hyosung Heavy Industries, Lucy Group, Mitsubishi Electric, Ormazabal, Schneider Electric, Siemens, Skema, and Toshiba.
What trends are influencing the U.S. industrial switchgear market growth?
What is the growth rate of the AC segment in the industrial switchgear market?
How big is the global industrial switchgear market?
Why is the high voltage segment in the industrial switchgear market growing?
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