PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1833998
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1833998
A synchronous condenser is a synchronous machine that operates without a mechanical load and is used to generate or absorb reactive power in an electrical grid. The primary purpose of a synchronous condenser is to provide reactive power compensation, stabilize voltage fluctuations and support grid strength, especially in power systems with high renewable energy penetration. It helps maintain power quality, ensures efficient energy transmission and increases the resilience of modern electrical networks.
The synchronous condenser market consists of sales by entities (organizations, sole traders and partnerships) of synchronous condenser that are deployed whenever grid voltage control, stabilization, or reactive power conditioning is needed, commonly during grid disturbances, integration of large-scale renewable sources, or in systems with weak grids. It complements or substitutes capacitor banks, static VAR compensators (SVCs) and STATCOMs (static synchronous compensator) by offering a rotating-mass-based solution that inherently provides inertia, supporting both voltage and dynamic stability.
The global synchronous condenser market was valued at $901.09 million in 2019 which grew till 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of more than 3.00%.
Expansion Of Large-Scale Infrastructure Projects
During the historic period, the expansion of large-scale infrastructure projects was a key driver of the growth of the synchronous condenser market. As electrification pushed forward and transmission networks expanded, ensuring voltage stability and reactive power support became imperative. Synchronous condensers were frequently deployed alongside new interconnectors and upgraded grid systems to bolster system strength and reliability. For instance, in April 2020, according to the Government of India's Final Report on the National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP), covering the period from financial year (FY) 2020 to FY 2025, the country has planned a total infrastructure investment of ₹111 lakh crore (USD 1,343.1 billion). Of this total, 40% is already under implementation, 30% is at the conceptual stage and 20% is under development. The NIP spans over 7,400 projects across key sectors such as energy, transport, urban development and water resources, reflecting the scale at which large-scale infrastructure expansion is underway. Therefore, the expansion of large-scale infrastructure projects was a key driver of the growth of the synchronous condenser market.
Growth Of Higher-Capacity, Low-Emission Synchronous Condenser Systems
Major companies in the synchronous condenser market are increasingly delivering higher-capacity, low-environmental-impact synchronous condenser systems to support grids transitioning to renewable energy. This trend reflects efforts to enhance grid stability, through inertia and reactive support, while addressing sustainability goals and regulatory pressure to reduce environmental footprints. For instance, in July 2024, Mitsubishi Electric won a contract to supply 84 kV dry-air insulated switchgear (GIS), a new environmentally friendly, greenhouse gas-free product for use in gas-insulated switchgear (GIS) to be installed in substations to Kansai Transmission & Distribution in Japan. While not a condenser itself, the release highlights Mitsubishi's parallel advancement in grid equipment toward SF6-free technologies, which align with broader decarbonization efforts also impacting synchronous condenser design and deployment. This illustrates the company's strategic direction toward cleaner, more sustainable grid stability solutions. By expanding low-emission designs like dry-air insulation in high-voltage grid components, utilities and suppliers set the stage for similarly sustainable innovation in synchronous condensers, enabling future installations that deliver robust grid support with a reduced carbon and environmental footprint.
The global synchronous condenser market is concentrated, with large players operating in the market. The top 10 competitors in the market made up 21.41% of the total market in 2024.
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