PUBLISHER: IMARC | PRODUCT CODE: 1702132
PUBLISHER: IMARC | PRODUCT CODE: 1702132
The global distribution transformer market size reached USD 21.1 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 31.4 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.32% during 2025-2033. The rising global electricity demand, rapid urbanization, increasing integration of renewable energy sources into the grid, advancements in transformer technology, and regulatory frameworks supporting energy efficiency are some of the major factors propelling the market growth.
A distribution transformer, also known as an isolation transformer, is used to alter the high voltage in electric power distribution. It comprises an oil tank, conservator, Buchholz relay, breather unit, oil indicator, temperature detector, pressure relief device, thermal relay, radiator, and bushing. It assists in distributing the power to remote areas, which is generated from the power plants. It also helps reduce the voltage to provide isolation between the two windings as primary and secondary. At present, distribution transformer is commonly available in different sizes and efficiencies.
The increasing electricity consumption and power generation around the world represent one of the major factors positively influencing the demand for distribution transformers. In addition, expanding global population and rising investments in the development of smart cities by governing agencies of numerous countries are driving the application of distribution transformers in commercial, residential, and industrial complexes. In addition, due to the growing environmental concerns and energy security, governing agencies are imposing stringent policies to reduce carbon emissions and encourage the adoption of renewable energy and distribution transformers. The market growth can also be attributed to initiatives undertaken for facilitating the supply of electricity in rural areas. Apart from this, rising sales of electric vehicles (EVs) on account of rapid urbanization and improving income levels are creating a positive outlook for the market. Along with this, the launch of EV charging stations worldwide is offering lucrative growth opportunities to key players operating in the industry. Furthermore, key players are extensively investing in research and development (R&D) activities of transformer production and focusing on upgrading the existing infrastructure to minimize power failures, which is anticipated to provide a favorable market outlook.
The competitive landscape of the industry has also been examined along with the profiles of the key players being CG Power and Industrial Solutions Limited (Murugappa Group), Eaton Corporation PLC, EMCO Limited, General Electric, Hammond Power Solutions Inc., Hitachi Energy Ltd, Ormazabal (Velatia S.L.), Schneider Electric, SGB-Smit Group, Siemens AG, Toshiba Energy Systems & Solutions Corporation (Toshiba Corporation), Wilson Power Solutions and Wilson Transformer Company.