Report Overview

Rapid infrastructure & industrial development, a focus on economic diversification, and an increasingly high demand for electricity are expected to boost the growth of Saudi Arabia Power and Distribution Transformer Market during the forecast period between 2024 and 2030.

Saudi Arabia Power and Distribution Transformer Market - Industry Trends & Forecast Report, 2030

Saudi Arabia Power and Distribution Transformer Market size was estimated to be worth USD 1.38 billion in 2023. During the forecast period between 2024 and 2030, Saudi Arabia Power and Distribution Transformer Market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.43%, reaching a value of USD 2.34 billion by 2030. Major growth factors for Saudi Arabia Power and Distribution Transformer Market include rapid urbanization and industrialization owing to economic diversification and rising investment in the expansion of non-oil-based sectors, such as mining, manufacturing, and petrochemicals. In addition, rising investment in the renewable energy sector is further boosting the need for new power generation infrastructure, which is anticipated to drive Saudi Arabia Power and Distribution Transformer Market over the forecast period.

Power and Distribution Transformer – Overview

Power and distribution transformers are electrical devices used to transfer electrical energy from one circuit to another, typically at different voltage levels. Power transformers are primarily employed in power generation stations and substations to step up or step-down voltages for efficient transmission and distribution over long distances. They handle high power levels and are designed to withstand high voltage levels. Distribution transformers, on the other hand, are used to deliver electrical energy to end-users at lower voltage levels, typically in residential, commercial, and industrial areas. They play a crucial role in maintaining a safe and reliable electricity supply by regulating voltage and reducing electrical losses during distribution.

Saudi Arabia Power and Distribution Transformer Market

Growth Drivers

Rapid Urbanization and Industrialization

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's increasing industrialization and urbanization are driving significant growth in the power and distribution transformer industry. Saudi Arabia has been making large investments in a variety of other industries, such as manufacturing, infrastructure, and construction, to lessen their reliance on the oil industry. This has increased the demand for a stable electrical grid. The demand for new residential and commercial buildings is also being driven by population growth, prompting the government to invest in an effective power distribution network to guarantee a steady supply of electricity.

Challenges

Stringent Regulatory Framework and Compliance

Saudi Arabia has established clear policies about environmental sustainability and energy efficiency. Manufacturers, suppliers, and end users in the power and distribution transformer sector, however, may find it difficult to navigate these restrictions. For instance, the Saudi Energy Efficiency Center (SEEC) has regulations for all kinds of electrical appliances and equipment, including transformers. For improved energy performance, transformer makers must thus develop and manufacture their products to match those requirements. In addition, as the Kingdom works to lessen its carbon impact, enterprises that manufacture power and distribution transformers must adhere to laws on greenhouse gas emissions.

Saudi Arabia Power and Distribution Transformer Market

Segmental Coverage

Saudi Arabia Power and Distribution Transformer Market – By Type

Based on type, Saudi Arabia Power and Distribution Transformer Market is segmented into power transformers and distribution transformers. The distribution transfer segment holds a larger share in Saudi Arabia Power and Distribution Transformer Market. Electrical energy from the main distribution circuit is stored in this type of transformer and then transferred to a smaller distribution circuit. It lowers the high-voltage energy produced by power plants to a level that is acceptable for distribution to final consumers, who are residential, commercial, and industrial.

Saudi Arabia Power and Distribution Transformer Market – By Rating

On the basis of rating, Saudi Arabia Power and Distribution Transformer Market is divided into 650 kVA, 651–2500 kVA, and above 2500 kVA segments. The above 2500 kVA segment accounts for the highest market share in the market. Power and distribution transformers of this capacity are deployed in large-scale industrial sectors such as construction and oil & gas. The "Above 2500 kVA" category represents Saudi Arabia's need for a strong power infrastructure to accommodate the country's growing industrial sector and fulfill the Kingdom's growing electrification-related energy needs.

Saudi Arabia Power and Distribution Transformer Market – By Application

Based on application, Saudi Arabia Power and Distribution Transformer Market is split into power utilities and industrial segments. The industrial sector dominates Saudi Arabia Power and Distribution Transformer Market. Saudi Arabia has been significantly investing in the expansion of non-oil based industries, such as tourism, construction, renewable energy, information technology, and others, which is anticipated to boost the power demand in the upcoming years. Power transformers are used in industrial sectors to guarantee accurate, risk-free, and safe power utilization.

Competitive Landscape

Key players in Saudi Arabia Power and Distribution Transformer Market include Siemens AG, ABB Ltd, General Electric Company, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Schneider Electric, The Saudi Transformers Company Ltd, United Transformers Electric Company, Toshiba Corporation, Electric Industries Company, and Hitachi Group. To further enhance their market share, these companies employ various strategies, including mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, joint ventures, license agreements, and new product launches.

Recent Developments

• In February 2024 – Voltamp Energy, a power, distribution, and specialty transformer manufacturing company based in Oman, announced a joint venture with Al Sharif Holding Group, a real estate and construction company based in Saudi Arabia, to establish a high voltage power transformer manufacturing company in Saudi Arabia.

Scope of the Report

By Type

• Power Transformer

• Distribution Transformer

By Rating

• 650 kVA

• 651–2500 kVA

• Above 2500 kVA

By Cooling System

• Dry Type    

• Liquid Type

By Application

• Power Utilities

• Industrial