PUBLISHER: MarketsandMarkets | PRODUCT CODE: 1764341
PUBLISHER: MarketsandMarkets | PRODUCT CODE: 1764341
The switchgear market is estimated to grow from USD 103.71 billion in 2025 to USD 136.65 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 5.7% during the forecast period. This growth is driven by rising electricity demand, rapid urbanization, expansion of renewable energy, and ongoing grid modernization efforts. However, the market faces restraints such as high initial installation costs, supply chain disruptions, and environmental concerns related to SF6 gas used in some switchgear types.
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Years Considered for the Study | 2021-2030 |
Base Year | 2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2030 |
Units Considered | Value (USD Million/Billion), Volume (Thousand Units) |
Segments | By Insulation, By Installation, By Voltage, By Current, and By End User |
Regions covered | North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, South America, and the Middle East & Africa. |
"By voltage, medium (2-36kV) is expected to be the fastest growing market during the forecast period."
During the forecasted period, the medium voltage (2-36kV) segment is the fastest-growing segment in the global switchgear market due to its critical role in power distribution for urban infrastructure, industrial facilities, commercial buildings, and renewable energy projects. As cities expand and smart grids evolve, medium voltage switchgear is increasingly deployed to manage localized distribution efficiently and safely. Additionally, governments worldwide are investing in strengthening medium-voltage networks to improve energy access, reduce transmission losses, and support distributed energy resources such as rooftop solar and battery storage systems. Emerging economies, particularly in Asia-Pacific and Africa, are accelerating rural electrification and industrial development, further propelling demand. Moreover, the rise of electric vehicle charging infrastructure, metro rail projects, and digital substations is fuelling the need for compact, reliable, and automation-ready medium voltage switchgear.
" By current, the AC segment is projected to be the largest market during the forecast period."
By current, the AC segment holds the largest share of the global switchgear market because it is the dominant form of electricity used in power generation, transmission, and distribution systems worldwide. Most national grids operate on AC due to its efficiency in transmitting power over long distances and ease of voltage transformation using transformers. As a result, most of the electrical infrastructure-ranging from utilities and industrial plants to commercial and residential buildings-is designed around AC systems. This widespread adoption drives consistent demand for AC switchgear across all voltage levels. Additionally, the expansion of renewable energy sources like wind and hydro, which predominantly generate AC power, further reinforces the global market dominance of AC switchgear.
"Asia Pacific is expected to be the largest and fastest-growing region in the switchgear market during the forecast period."
During the forecasted period, Asia Pacific is projected to be the largest and fastest-growing segment in the global switchgear market due to rapid urbanization, industrial expansion, and significant investments in power infrastructure across emerging economies such as China, India, Australia, and Japan. The region is witnessing substantial growth in electricity demand driven by population growth, rising incomes, and increased electrification of rural areas. Governments are heavily investing in grid modernization, smart cities, and renewable energy integration, all of which require extensive deployment of switchgear systems. Additionally, strong manufacturing bases and supportive policy frameworks, such as India's Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) and China's Five-Year Plans, are further fuelling demand for both high-voltage and medium-voltage switchgear in utility and industrial applications.
Note: Other designations include sales managers, marketing managers, product managers, and product engineers.
The tier of the companies is defined based on their total revenue as of 2024. Tier 1: USD 1 billion and above, Tier 2: From USD 500 million to USD 1 billion, and Tier 3: <USD 500 million.
A few major players with a wide regional presence dominate the switchgear market. The leading players in the switchgear market are ABB (Switzerland), Schneider Electric (France), Siemens (Germany), Eaton (Ireland), and Hitachi, Ltd. (Japan).
The report defines, describes, and forecasts the switchgear market by insulation, installation, voltage, current, end user, and region. It also offers a detailed qualitative and quantitative analysis of the market. The report comprehensively reviews the major market drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges. It also covers various important aspects of the market, which include the analysis of the competitive landscape, market dynamics, market estimates in terms of value, and future trends in the switchgear market.
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