Electric Power Substation Automation Market Definition And Segments
Electric power substation automation refers to the integration of control, monitoring, and communication technologies within power substations to enhance operational efficiency, reliability, and safety of electrical power systems. It involves the implementation of modern protection and control systems using advanced communication technology and protocols to provide cost-effective solutions.
The main offerings in electric power substation automation are software, hardware, and services. Software refers to the set of instructions, programs, and data that enable a computer to perform specific tasks, such as controlling and monitoring the various components of a substation, including switches, transformers, and relays. The module category is divided into types such as intelligent electronic devices (IEDs), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), communication networks, and others with automation stages including retrofit and new installation. The application segments are categorized into transmission substations and distribution substations for end users such as utilities and industry.
The electric power substation automation market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Offering: Software, Hardware, Services
2) By Module: Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs), Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA), Communication Network, Other Modules
3) By Automation Stage: Retrofit, New Installation
4) By Application: Transmission Substation, Distribution Substation
5) By End-Use: Utilities, Industry
The electric power substation automation market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $22.23 billion in 2023 to $23.87 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to demand for energy efficiency, rising demand for electricity, focus on grid resilience, enhanced grid security, increased renewable energy integration.
The electric power substation automation market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $30.27 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing smart grid initiatives, digitalization and Industry 4.0, integration of distributed energy resources (DERs), focus on grid modernization, rapid urbanization and electrification. Major trends in the forecast period include technological innovation, increased adoption of AI and machine learning, growth of IoT-enabled devices, integration of blockchain technology, adoption of cloud-based solutions.
Rising Energy Demand Propels Growth In Electric Power Substation Automation Market
The increasing energy demand is expected to propel the growth of the electric power substation automation market going forward. Energy demand refers to the amount of energy required by consumers, industries, and other sectors. Energy demand is rising due to population growth, urbanization, and global industrialization. Electric power substation automation efficiently manage and optimize power distribution, enhancing grid reliability, minimizing downtime, and reducing operational costs. This capability enables quick response to issues, reducing downtime and enhancing the reliability of the power supply. For instance, in June 2023, according to a report published by the Energy Institute (EI), a UK-based professional membership body for the energy sector, global electricity generation increased by 2.3% in 2022. Furthermore, primary energy consumption in non-OECD countries saw a significant increase of 20.5 EJ compared to pre-COVID levels, with China alone contributing 14.6 EJ, representing 72% of the total rise. Therefore, the increasing energy demand is driving the growth of the electric power substation automation market.
Major companies operating in the electric power substation automation market are Hitachi Ltd., Siemens AG, General Electric Company, Cisco Systems Inc., Schneider Electric SE, Honeywell International Inc., ABB Ltd., Toshiba Corporation, Larsen & Toubro Limited, Eaton Corporation plc, Trilliant Inc., Alstom SA, Rockwell Automation Inc., Yokogawa Electric Corporation, Belden Inc., WAGO Kontakttechnik GmbH & Co. KG, Itron Inc., Landis+Gyr, Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories Inc., Ingeteam S.A., TenneT Company, S&C Electric Company, Giza Systems, Axiomtek Co. Ltd., Efacec Engenharia e Sistemas S.A., Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, NovaTech LLC, Amperion Inc., Encore Networks Inc., Beckwith Electric Co. Inc., IEC Infrared Systems
Key Players Innovative Digital Solutions For Efficient Power Distribution
Major companies operating in the electric power substation automation market are developing advanced solutions, such as digital substations solution to ensure efficient and reliable power distribution. This solution involves the integration of digital communication, intelligent electronic devices (IEDs), sensors, and advanced software for real-time data exchange and decision-making within the substation infrastructure. For instance, in January 2024, Hitachi Energy, a Switzerland-based energy industry company, launched the SAM600 3.0, a cutting-edge product for digital substations. The SAM600 integrates conventional instrument transformers into modern, IEC 61850-9-2 process bus substation automation, protection, and control systems, enabling safe, efficient, and extendible retrofit of any substation. This innovation allows for robust, fast, and responsive messaging over Ethernet, revolutionizing communications within the substation.
Schneider Electric Bolsters Digital Innovation In Electrical Distribution With Acquisition Of Aurtra Pty. Ltd.
In March 2022, Schneider Electric SE, a France-based company that specializes in digital automation and energy management, acquired Aurtra Pty Ltd. for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition involves integrating Aurtra's advanced sensors and software to prevent transformer failures, optimize operating expenses, and extend transformer life, reinforcing Schneider Electric's position as a top digital service provider in the electrical distribution value chain. Aurtra Pty Ltd. is an Australia-based company offering solutions for electric power distribution networks and substations.
North America was the largest region in the electric power substation automation market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the electric power substation automation market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the electric power substation automation market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The electric power substation automation market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as monitoring and control services, maintenance and support services, integration services, consulting and advisory services, and software development and customization services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The electric power substation automation market also includes sales of remote terminal units (RTUs), communication equipment, power quality analyzers, human-machine interface (HMI) devices, and control relays. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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