PUBLISHER: Global Market Insights Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1384309
PUBLISHER: Global Market Insights Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1384309
Asia Pacific Ring Main Unit Industry size is estimated to expand at 6.7% CAGR from 2023 to 2032 driven by the ongoing efforts to modernize power distribution grids to meet the evolving energy needs in the region. Ring main units (RMUs) are witnessing widespread popularity as they facilitate intelligent grid solutions by offering features, such as remote monitoring and fault detection whilst aligning with the objectives of modern grid infrastructure. The integration of smart technologies and the incessant need for resilient electrical networks due to the rising energy demands are also contributing to the rising product adoption in the region.
Moreover, substantial funding along with the presence of supportive regulatory landscape directed towards grid modernization projects will propel the industry expansion. To cite an instance, in July 2023, the Asian Development Bank granted a $125 million loan to help improve Uzbekistan's power transmission grid for increasing energy efficiency and allowing the country to incorporate more renewable energy into its power mix.
The Asia Pacific ring main unit market is segmented into insulation, position, installation, component, application, and country.
Based on component, the market share from the switches and fuses segment is poised to gain significant traction from 2023-2032. With industries and utilities in the region prioritizing electrical safety and efficiency, the demand for advanced switching and fusing solutions within RMUs is rising. Additionally, the increasing focus on modernizing infrastructure and enhancing grid resilience will influence the segment expansion.
In terms of application, the Asia Pacific RMU industry is set to witness momentum from the industries segment between 2023 and 2032. The growth can be attributed to the increasingly adoption of ring main units in the manufacturing, mining, and petrochemicals sectors for reliable electrical distribution and protection. The surging industrial activities across the region are also escalating the need for robust electrical distribution solutions for sustaining uninterrupted power supply, thereby contributing to the segment growth.
Based on country, the Australia ring main unit market is poised to expand at robust CAGR through 2032 attributed to the robust infrastructure development and the strong focus on enhancing electrical grid resilience. For instance, in August 2023, Hydro Tasmania, a government-owned utility, announced a new AUD 3.35 million King Island solar farm project, consisting of approximately 5,000 panels to boost the amount of renewable energy produced on the island and cut diesel consumption by 300,000 liters per year. Such initiatives for the development of renewable energy integration and urbanization are likely to fuel the demand for advanced electrical distribution solutions, including RMUs in the country.