Global Digital Substation Market Size By Type (Distribution Substation, Transmission Substation), By Module (Fiber Optic Communication Networks, Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition), By Voltage (Up To 220 kV, 220 kV To 550 kV, Above 550 kV), By Vertical (Transportation, Mining, Metal), By Geogr

Digital Substation Market Size And Forecast

Digital Substation Market size was valued at USD 8.62 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 15.07 Billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 7.97% from 2024 to 2031.

The increasing demand for renewable energy projects in the market is the crucial aspect of the rise in the market revenue of Digital Substation as well as the rising demand for battery technology to generate electricity will foster market growth. The Global Digital Substation Market report provides a holistic evaluation of the market. The report offers a comprehensive analysis of key segments, trends, drivers, restraints, competitive landscape, and factors that are playing a substantial role in the market.

Global Digital Substation Market Definition

Industrial development across the world has increased digitization in several sectors. Innovation within the Digital Substation Market is said to be the invention of new products and the upgrades of the out there product and technologies. One such innovation is digital substations. Substations are a part of electrical generation, distribution, and transmission systems. They rework current from high voltage to low voltage and vice versa with the assistance of transformers. Digital stations comprise the introduction of intelligence into the substation systems.

The transformation of power generation from a wired to an optical network is the reason for the evolution of digital substations. Moreover, it’s a stable offer system for power generation. Digital substations are ruled by the International Electro-technical Commission (IEC) code IEC 61850. Bay, process, and station levels are the three primary practical levels of digital substations. Signals are transmitted from the method digital computer. The bay-level workstation performs the system protection and management processes. Optical coherence imaging (OCT) is used to make digital substations and needs a lot less space than analog substations.

Digital substations enhance the activity accuracy and recording of the generated information. With the installation of digital substations, material prices are often reduced considerably as fewer cables and houses are needed. The upkeep of digital substations is a lot of accessible than traditional substations due to the integrated, standardized interface. The integration of advanced technology and innovative practices, like using LAN in digital substations, has increased the security system of digital substations.

Global Digital Substation Market Overview

The global Digital Substation Market has witnessed phenomenal growth in recent years and is predicted to witness equivalent growth within the forecast period. Leading market players have initiated the launch of new products that contain improved capabilities. They have taken the necessary steps to enhance the reliability and efficiency of the same. The ABB’s IEC 61850 edition 2 digital substation is integrated with ABB’s exclusive grid automation offerings; the distribution medium is installed with 80% of fiber optic cable, replacing the traditionally used copper cables for communication.

The increased demand for energy and the rapid utilization of non-renewable energy resources have turned the request for power generation toward renewable energy resources. Furthermore, adopting automation in power generation, distribution, and management has integrated renewable energy with digital substations. The rise in demand for energy usage from renewable resources in developed countries to support sustainable development has further supplemented the market growth.

The factors driving the global Digital Substation Market are the adoption of digital substations for generating renewable energy and providing enhanced reliability, efficiency, and safety in power distribution and the emergence of automation & higher standard of connectivity. However, higher initial investments make it difficult to replace traditional substations, hindering the growth of the Digital Substation Market. Contrarily, increased installation of the digital substation within the Middle East and Asia Pacific region paves the way for future opportunities.

Global Digital Substation Market Segmentation Analysis

The Global Digital Substation Market is segmented on the basis of Type, Module, Voltage, Vertical, and Geography.

Digital Substation Market, By Type

• Distribution Substation
• Transmission Substation

Based on Type, the market is bifurcated into Distribution Substation and Transmission Substation. Transmission substations integrate transmission lines with networks having multiple parallel interconnections so that power is often transmitted easily over long distances from any generator to any consumer. These transmission grids are often called bulk power systems. Transmission substations connect two or more transmission lines with the same voltages.

Digital Substation Market, By Module

• Fiber Optic Communication Network
• Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition
• Hardware

Based on Module, the market is bifurcated into Fiber Optic Communication Networks, Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition, And Hardware. Among these hardware, is projected to dominate the Digital Substation Market. The hardware module includes components such as transformers, bus bars, protection devices, and interfacing units. Transformers form a serious part of the market, as they’re the first components that are installed within the substation.

Digital Substation Market, By Voltage

• Up to 220 kV
• 220 kV to 550 kV
• Above 550 kV

Based on Voltage, the market is bifurcated into Up to 220 kV, 220 kV to 550 kV, and Above 550 kV. Above 550 kV dominated the market and is projected to be the fastest-growing Voltage over the subsequent five years. The suitability of the above 550 kV substation is favorable in all industry applications.

Digital Substation Market, By Vertical

• Transportation
• Mining
• Metal
• Others

Based on Vertical, the market is bifurcated into Transportation, Mining, Metal, and Others. The utility sector dominated the market and is projected to be the fastest-growing application over the next five years. The utility industry is one of the booming application areas for digital substations, owing to the high demand-supply gap in energy in most of the developing and developed nations. Its growth can be attributed to the increase in demand for renewable energy sources, such as wind, solar, and hydro to meet the consumer’s demand for power generation.

Digital Substation Market, By Geography

• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Rest of the world

On the basis of Regional Analysis, the Global Digital Substation Market is classified into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Rest of the world. Asia Pacific (APAC) is projected to be the fastest-growing market for digital substations, in terms of electricity consumption and rural electrification. The modernization of industrial infrastructure in APAC is growing at a high rate for a few years, and the same trend is expected to continue in the future.

Key Players

The “Global Digital Substation Market” study report will provide valuable insight with an emphasis on the global market. The major players in the market are General Electric, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Honeywell, ABB, Larsen & Toubro, Emerson, Cisco Systems, Eaton, NR Electric, Cadillac Automation and Controls, I-Tor, Yamal LNG, Tekvel, Igrid T&D.

Our market analysis also entails a section solely dedicated to such major players wherein our analysts provide insight into the financial statements of all the major players, along with product benchmarking and SWOT analysis. The competitive landscape section also includes key development strategies, market share, and market ranking analysis of the above-mentioned players globally.

Key Developments

Partnerships, Collaborations, and Agreements

• In December 2020, ABB and CORYS undertook a memorandum of understanding for a digital collaboration project.
• In September 2020, Siemens and Atos inked a five-year extension of their strategic partnership to bring together their joint digital solutions.
• In January 2018, Eaton and the US Department of Energy enhance their collaboration on innovative energy solutions at National Renewable Energy Lab.

Mergers and Acquisitions

• In January 2014, Cisco acquired Acacia in a whopping $4.5 billion deal aiming to expand its customer base and outreach.

Product Launches and Product Expansions

• In February 2020, GE Renewable Energy’s business received $2.40 million from the European Commission’s LIFE climate action program for the development of its future projects.
• In January 2020, Siemens launched a new product line module for the Ruggedcom RST2228 and RST2228P Layer 2 19” rack switches, the Ruggedcom RMM2972-2RNA.
• In May 2019, Eaton introduced a frequency response energy solution, Energy-Aware, which aids energy-intensive industries to stabilize grids.
• In January 2020, Schneider Electric introduced the growth of its UK manufacturing facilities in Scarborough and Leeds propelled by intensifying demand for renewable and green technologies.

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