Market Size (2017)
$21.09B
Vertical: EnPBase Year: 201710 Sections
Market Size (2017)
$21.09B
Projected (2023)
$34.51B
CAGR (2016–2023)
8.4%
Key Players
11+
Power transformer can be described as a technology that provides a preference to source power as and when required without backsliding to conventional energy sources. These energy systems are highly efficient and acts as flexible generation when needed. Power transformer systems can contribute to optimal use of generation and grid assets, and support emissions reductions in several economic sectors.
The global power transformer market is expected to grow at about 8.65% CAGR during the forecast and reach USD 34,510.2 million by 2023. In 2017, the market was led by Asia-Pacific, with a 42.8% share, followed by Europe and North America with shares of 31.1% and 18.9%, respectively.
The power transformer market has been segmented based on cooling type, power rating and region. On the basis of cooling type, oil-cooled transformer accounted for the largest market share of 57.2% in 2017, with a market value of USD 12,067.2 million and is projected to grow at the highest CAGR of 8.98% during the forecast period. Based on power rating, Small Power for the largest market share of 45.5% in 2017, with a market value of USD 9,593.0 million and is projected to grow at the highest CAGR of 8.93% during the forecast period.
• 2023: USD 34,510.2Million CAGR • 8.65%
Key Geographies
• Asia-Pacific: 42.8%
• Europe: 31.1%
• North America: 18.9%
• Rest of the World: 7.2% Key Leading Countries • China • U.S. • India • Japan • Germany
Key Market Drivers
• Rise in transmission and distribution infrastructure investments
• Growth in renewable energy sector Key Market Restraint • High initial costs of power transformer • Service interruption due to the losses
Key Vendors
• ABB Ltd.
The Power Transformer Market market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.4% from 2016 to 2023.
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Historical performance and future projections (2020–2030, USD Billion)
Market Size (USD Mn)
Power transformer can be described as a technology that provides a preference to source power as and when required without backsliding to conventional energy sources. These energy systems are highly efficient and acts as flexible generation when needed. Power transformer systems can contribute to optimal use of generation and grid assets, and support emissions reductions in several economic sectors.
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View Subscription PlansThis report applies a rigorous multi-stage research process combining primary interviews, secondary data sources, and bottom-up market modelling to ensure accuracy and completeness across all segments and geographies.
Base Year
2017
Historical Period
2016 – 2016
Forecast Period
2018 – 2023
Primary Interviews
150+
Historical data (2016–2017) and forecast period (2017–2023)
Our research process spans primary interviews with industry stakeholders combined with comprehensive secondary data analysis, validated through triangulation across multiple independent sources.
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View Subscription PlansIn competitive landscape, the report covers growth strategies adopted by the companies between 2014 and 2017. Key players adopted various strategies to retain and/or expand their market share. The key strategies followed by most companies within the global power transformer market were expansions followed by the partnerships and collaborations.
The major players operating in this market, who have adopted these strategies are ABB Ltd., (Switzerland), Schneider Electric (France), Siemens AG (Germany), Crompton Greaves Ltd. (India), Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (Japan), Toshiba Corporation (Japan), Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (India), Hyosung Power & Industrial Solutions (South Korea) and SPX Transformer Solutions, Inc. (U.S.), SGB-SMIT Group (Germany), and Hyundai Electric & Energy Systems Co., Ltd. (South Korea).
The intensity of rivalry, in the power transformer market varies dramatically across regions and countries. The growth of the power transformer market is booming only in some of the region in the world, where government regulations provide substantial permissions to the operators to commission such projects. Also, the product differentiation in power transformer market is moderate. This makes the intensity of segment rivalry in the market, medium to high.
Market estimates by geography (2023)
InsightAsia Pacific leads with $15.11B by 2023.
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View Subscription Plans| REGION | 2016 | 2017 | 2023 | CAGR | SHARE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asia Pacific | $8.33B | $11.57B | $15.11B | 8.9% | 44% |
| Europe | $6.11B | $8.20B | $10.43B | 7.9% | 30% |
| Rest of the World | $1.42B | $1.90B | $2.41B | 7.8% | 7% |
| North America | $3.70B | $5.07B | $6.56B | 8.5% | 19% |
| Total | $19.57B | $26.75B | $34.51B | 8.4% | 100% |
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View Subscription PlansTotal Market Size
$34.51B
| APPLICATION | REVENUE ($B) | GROWTH RATE | MARKET PENETRATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oil-Cooled Transformer | $20.11B | 8.8% | 58% |
| Air-Cooled Transformer | $14.40B | 8.0% | 42% |
* Revenue projections based on 2025 estimates. Growth rates represent CAGR 2024–2030. Market penetration indicates current adoption rate within addressable market segments.
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Analytical insights on Power Transformer Market covering market dynamics, competitive landscape, and strategic outlook.
The Power Transformer Market market is projected to reach $34.51B by 2023, growing at 8.4% CAGR. The Oil-Cooled Transformer segment holds the largest share.
The global transformer market is a very dynamic market and is expected to witness phenomenal growth over the forecast period. The growth of the transformer market is driven by various factors such as rise in transmission & distribution infrastructure investments and growth in the renewable energy sector. This is mainly because transformer systems are highly efficient transmission and distribution equipment.
The investments in electric transmission and distribution for the infrastructure is subject to constant transformation owing to the developing infrastructure. According to World Energy Investment Outlook Special Report, total energy investment was USD 1.7 trillion in 2016. Electricity sector investment overtook oil and gas for the first time, while energy efficiency was the biggest growth sector. OECD countries have invested heavily to achieve this, spending USD 3 trillion on new renewable and conventional power plants, transmission and distribution (T&D) infrastructure, and energy efficiency measures. Out of this, the investment in transmission and distribution networks accounted for USD 277 billion in 2016. Over the next decade, electric utilities are expected to invest about USD 3.2 Trillion, globally, in new and replacement transmission and distribution infrastructure. Large transmission and distribution investments are expected to replace aging infrastructure, maintain reliability, enable market efficiencies, and aid in global policy objectives, such as greenhouse gas reduction, in the next two decades. Transformer market is at its growth stage, since the expansion of transmission and distribution grid. The growing energy demand, across the globe, accompanied with a rise is population is creating a opportunities for the expansion of transmission and distribution grid infrastructure. Moreover, the growth in the transmission and distribution network is attributed to the mix of factors that include various parameters such as technology, economic feasibility, regulations, environmental concerns, and digitalization.
Besides, the major contributors in investments are the emerging nations such as China, and India. For an instance, in 2018, the government in Bangladesh signed two financing agreements totaling USD 515 million with the World Bank helping in the expansion of electricity transmission network, across the nation. The growing urbanization and industrialization with development of new data centers across the world, are continuously enhancing the technological aspects. These advancements have created an increase in demand for electrical appliances and improved the infrastructure in this sector. The growth is inter-related with the growth in the transmission and distribution network to supply power to these sectors with appropriate power rating and frequency.
The global demand for electricity keeps on rising every year due to emerging nations focusing on the industrialization and urbanization. The trending business scenario cannot be imagined without sound power infrastructure. This is leading to increased demand for transmission and distribution network and is creating potential for volumes of power transformers. In 2017, the global consumption of electricity went high up to 22,015 TWh. The rising demand for electricity is expected to continue during the forecast period. According to International Energy Agency, World Energy Outlook 2017, in the new policies scenario, global energy demands are not as high as in the past and are rising at slower pace, but still have the potential to expand at phenomenal rate of 30% by 2040. This will lead to an enormous rise in demand, which is equivalent to the current total energy demand from China and India. It can be interpreted that, as the demand for energy is increasing in the world rapidly, the need for electricity infrastructure will also increase. The global growth in the investment for the development of energy production and relevant electrical components is certainly expected to drive the global transformer market during the forecast period.
Besides, according to World Investment Report, 2018, the investment in electrical and electronic equipment increased by 15% as compared to the previous year.The major transformation in the electrical power sector, considering both the traditional generation sources and the renewable sources are adding the electricity volumes to the grid. In 2017, the global consumption of electricity went high up to 25,551 TWh, as compared to 24,930 TWh in 2016.To meet the demand for higher generation capacity, more substations are required, which consist of power transformers as the most important equipment in the substations. Besides, the increasing trends in mobile substations are also creating an opportunity for power transformers sales, as they promote small power transformers. Moreover, the ageing infrastructure of transmission and distribution network, demands the installation of power transformers for smooth operations of transmission network. Various government initiatives to develop new power generation plants, mostly non-conventional plants act as a booster for the transformer market and will help in boosting of market evolution and development during the forecast period.
The power transformer is a major component in the electrical substations and contribute to around to half of the total cost of the substation. Total cost of installing a power transformer for the owner is the summation of the initial purchase price and the cost of running it for its life of 30 - 40 years. The major issue related to the power transformers is the cost feasibility that does not compliment the operational life of the transformers.
Power transformers are either standard or custom-designed equipment that entail significant expenditures. The high cost of the power transformers is attributed to the complicated procurement of raw material and its tedious and time-consuming manufacturing process. The rising cost of the raw commodities such as copper and steel are also a major reason for the high costs of power transformers. Thus, it can be stated that all these primary factors will restrain the growth of power transformer market. The pricing of the transformer is an important aspect of any power project, transmission and distribution system, and substations. The growing cost of the transformer directly affects the overall project cost at the initial stage of setup. As the costing of a project is directly proportional to the number of transformers installed. Hence, it can be concluded that larger installed capacity of the transformer at a site will result in increased cost of the project. Besides, the manufacturing of the power transformers requires skilled workforce, and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. Such factors are the major contributors to the high costs of the power transformers. The high initial cost is hampering the supply and demand of power transformers.
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Profiles of 102 companies operating in the Power Transformer Market market, including revenue, employee count, and market positioning where available.
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Crompton Greaves Ltd
Company Headquarters: Mumbai, India Founded: 1937 Workforce: 8000 Company Working: Crompton Greaves (CG) is one of the world`s leading engineering corporations. It provides end-to-end solutions, helping its customers use electrical power effectively and increased industrial productivity with sustainability. The company is an engineering corporation and operates its business in two major segments, which are power systems, and industrial systems. CG offers a diversified portfolio of products in power systems, which include transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, network protection, transmission and distribution systems, and, besides, offers components for transformers and switchgears. CG’s unique and diverse portfolio includes transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, network protection & control gear, project engineering, HT and LT motors, drives, power automation products, and turnkey solutions in all these areas. The company has state-of-the-art R&D centers which cater the demand for technological and product innovations. The company meets the need for various end-use industries such as coal & mining, metal, packaging, railways, HVAC, power, oil & gas, telecom, steel, and others. The company has subsidiaries such as CG Drives & Automation Sweden AB, PT CG Power Systems Indonesia, CG Power Systems Ireland Limited and CG Power Solutions UK Limited among others. CG has wide global presence in Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America, simultaneously having manufacturing facilities in nine countries in these regions.
SGB-SMIT Group
Company Headquarters: Regensburg, Germany Founded: 1913 Workforce: 2,900 Company Overview: SGB-SMIT Group is a power company with its business in transmission and distribution of power. The company is the manufacturer of transformers of various types to suit different industries. It offers a wide range of products including, large power transformers, medium power transformers, oil distribution transformers, cast resin transformers, compact-substations, and special transformers. It company offers its transformers for five major end-use sectors, which include power generation, power distribution, industry, railways, and infrastructure. The company also provides transformer services under SGB-SMIT group, under which the specialists carry out regular maintenance of the transformer, thus improving the operating life of the transformers. It has an experience of more than 100 years, with which it is one of the largest manufacturers of transformers in Europe. SGB-SMIT Group has its manufacturing plants in Germany, the Netherlands, the US, Romania, Malaysia, India, China and the Czech Republic. The company has offices in three continents, namely North America, Europe, and Asia. Some of the subsidiaries of SGB-SMIT Group are Starkstrom-Gerätebau GmbH, (Germany), Sächsisch-Bayerische Starkstrom-Gerätebau GmbH, (Germany), SGB MY Sdn. Bhd. (Malaysia), Royal SMIT Transformers B.V., (the Netherlands), SGB-USA Inc., (U.S.), OTC Services, (U.S.).
Hyosung Power & Industrial Solutions
Company Headquarters: Seoul, South Korea Founded: 1962 Company Working: Hyosung Power & Industrial Solutions is a comprehensive energy solution provider that boasts of pioneering technology provider in the global power industry and has gained a competitive edge in transformers, switchgear, motors, decelerators, industrial pumps, and wind energy business. Hyosung Power & Industrial Solutions has a presence in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
Wartsila
Company Headquarters: Helsinki, Finland Founded: 1834 Workforce: ~ 17 800 employes Primary Industry: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing Specialties: High efficiency & low emission levels, Lifecycle power solutions and services, Environmental solutions, Energy solutions, Marine, Digital Transformation, LNG, Gas-based technology, Sustainable solutions, Energy efficiency, Services, Marine Solutions, and Energy storage Company Working: Wartsila, a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions, plays a significant role in the generator market. The company provides advanced and sustainable solutions for power generation, particularly through its Wartsila Energy division. Wartsila's energy solutions cater to a wide range of sectors, offering products such as flexible power plants, energy storage systems, and lifecycle services, all aimed at optimizing energy efficiency and reducing environmental impact. A key aspect of Wartsila’s generator offerings is their ability to run on sustainable fuels, supporting decarbonization efforts while maintaining high economic performance for customers. This positions Wartsila as a frontrunner in providing environmentally responsible generator solutions that are both reliable and efficient. Wartsila's portfolio includes high-performance engines and integrated solutions that can power a variety of generator systems, offering flexible and reliable power generation for diverse industries. These solutions are designed to improve operational efficiency, reduce emissions, and support the transition to cleaner energy sources. The company’s focus on lifecycle services ensures that its generator solutions continue to perform at optimal levels throughout their operational life. Wartsila’s commitment to sustainability, innovation, and reliable power generation solidifies its position as a leader in the global generator market, helping customers meet their energy needs while reducing their environmental footprint.
Krones
Company Headquarters: Neutraubling, Bavaria Founded: 1951 Workforce: ~ 10001 employes Primary Industry: Krones operates in the packaging and bottling machinery industry. Company Working: Krones is a global leader in the packaging and bottling machinery industry. They design, manufacture, and install complete production lines for a wide range of beverages and food products. From brewing equipment and filtration systems to bottling, canning, labeling, and palletizing technologies, Krones offers a comprehensive solution for efficient and sustainable production processes. Their expertise extends beyond just beverage production, encompassing food and dairy, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage sectors. Krones attributes its success to several key strategies. First, they combine extensive mechanical engineering knowledge with a deep understanding of their customers' specific needs across various industries. Second, a strong commitment to research and development ensures their technology remains cutting-edge, with over 7,050 patents granted and pending serving as a testament to their innovative spirit. Third, Krones prioritizes exceptional quality by utilizing state-of-the-art equipment in their manufacturing facilities throughout Germany. Finally, a highly skilled workforce provides 24/7 global support, ensuring optimal performance of their clients' production lines wherever they operate. Krones' global reach extends far beyond their German headquarters. With regional offices strategically located throughout the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa, they are well-positioned to serve a diverse clientele. This global presence allows them to be a key partner for companies across various sectors, helping them achieve efficient and sustainable production of beverages and food products
Mineral Resources
Company Headquarters: Osborne Park, Western Australia Founded: 1993 Workforce: ~ 5,000 Company Working: Mineral Resources is an Australian mining services company operating in the mining and mineral processing industries. The company is engaged in a number of activities, including exploration, mining, crushing, grading and processing of various minerals. Mineral Resources Limited has various operations in various commodities, including iron ore, lithium, manganese and gold. The company is engaged in mining, resource exploration and production of various mineral products. Mineral Resources Limited operates iron ore mines in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. The company's iron ore operations include mining, crushing and grading with a focus on supplying high-quality iron ore products to domestic and international customers. Mineral Resources Limited is also engaged in lithium production and exploration. The company operates the Mt Marion Lithium project located in Western Australia and is a joint venture with other partners. The project focuses on the mining and processing of lithium minerals for the production of lithium concentrates. In addition to its own mining operations, Mineral Resources Limited provides mining services to other companies. These services include contract mining, crushing, grading and mineral processing services that allow clients to benefit from the company's expertise and infrastructure.
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