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Busbar Market

Busbar Market

The market for Busbar was estimated at $17.1 billion in 2023; it is anticipated to increase to $25.4 billion by 2030, with projections indicating growth to around $33.6 billion by 2035.

Report ID:DS2409002
Author:Chandra Mohan - Sr. Industry Consultant
Published Date:November 2024
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Global Busbar Market Outlook

Revenue, 2023 (US$B)

$17.1B

Forecast, 2033 (US$B)

$30.1B

CAGR, 2023 - 2033

5.8%
The Busbar industry revenue is expected to be around $19.1 billion in 2024 and expected to showcase growth with 5.8% CAGR between 2025 and 2034.

Busbars play a key role in today's electrical distribution systems and have become highly adaptable across different industries, thanks to their excellent conductivity and cost effectiveness. As of 2023 the worldwide Busbar market was estimated at USD 17.1 billion and is projected to climb to USD 25.4 billion by the year 2030 then further increase to USD 33.6 billion by 2035, with a growth rate of 5.8%. The anticipated increase is linked to their use across various sectors such as transportation and renewable energy industries and showcasing their significant influence, on improving power distribution systems efficiently.

Busbars fall into the category of electrical components and are recognized for their excellent conductivity and durability with minimal impedance issues. Usually crafted from aluminum or copper. Featuring insulation options such as Mylar and Kapton for added safety and efficiency. Their distinctive capacity to handle load distribution effectively while saving space and material make them vital, in various industries.

busbar market outlook with forecast trends, drivers, opportunities, supply chain, and competition 2023-2033

Market Key Insights

  • The Busbar market is projected to grow from $17.1 billion in 2023 to $30.1 billion in 2033. This represents a CAGR of 5.8%, reflecting rising demand across Utilities & Power Generation , Electric Vehicles and Industrial Applications .
  • The market leaders Siemens, ABB and Schneider Electric drive the competitive dynamics of this sector.
  • U.S. and Germany are the top markets within the Busbar market and are expected to observe the growth CAGR of 3.8% to 5.6% between 2023 and 2030.
  • Emerging markets including Brazil, South Korea and South Arabia are expected to observe highest growth with CAGR ranging between 6.7% to 8.0%.
  • The Busbar market will experience a $1.9 billion growth boost from Transition like Energy transition by 2030.
  • The Busbar market is set to add $13.0 billion between 2023 and 2033, with manufacturer targeting Mylar & Polyester Film Insulation Type projected to gain a larger market share.
  • With Electric vehicle adoption, and Infrastructure expansion in emerging economies, Busbar market to expand 76% between 2023 and 2033.
busbar market size with pie charts of major and emerging country share, CAGR, trends for 2025 and 2032

Opportunities in the Busbar

The move towards electrical systems in data centers and industrial settings opens up a fresh opportunity, for growth. Modular busbars enable scalability and maintenance.

Growth Opportunities in North America and Asia-Pacific

North America Outlook

In North Americas market, players such as Schneider Electric and Eaton lead with top tier offerings tailored for utilities and industrial sectors at a premium price point with their high performance standards. The focus on sustainability and efficiency, in the region fuels advancements like eco-friendly busbar systems that are certified green.

Asia-Pacific Outlook

Legrand and Siemens are leading the way in Asia Pacific with their focus on producing busbars at a large scale to meet demand in the region’s growing infrastructure and utility sectors. Especially in China and India where projects are booming. Meanwhile in North Americas market growth is fueled by the adoption of high tech solutions despite facing stiff competition from Asia Pacific, on price competitiveness.

Market Dynamics and Supply Chain

01

Driver: Electric Vehicle Adoption, and Increasing Energy Efficiency Standards

The increasing trend worldwide towards electric powered transportation has also led to a growing demand for efficient and durable busbars. This demand is also presently prominent, in the Electric passenger vehicle segment; and more efficient busbars would also be required as load bearing capacity & drive range of vehicles improves. With governments around the world implementing energy efficiency rules in place busbar systems tailored for optimizing energy usage in commercial and industrial setups are also experiencing a surge, in demand.
The increasing urbanization and growth of infrastructure in areas such as Asia Pacific and Latin America are also driving the need for busbars, in both construction projects and power distribution systems.
02

Restraint: Raw Material Price Volatility

Manufacturers face difficulties in staying cost competitive due, to the price fluctuations of aluminum and copper – the materials used for busbars.
03

Opportunity: Ultra High Voltage Applications and Growth in Smart Grid Technology

Industry presently face efficiency & durability issues with busbars employed in ultra high voltage operations. Immense opportunities for high quality product with price premium are expected within this application.
The advancement of smart grid technologies presents wide opportunities for busbar manufacturers with a chances to offer sophisticated solutions that improve energy management and distribution.
04

Challenge: Technical Limitations in High-Voltage Applications

Although there has been progress in busbar systems technology over the years. However; there are still challenges when it comes to dealing with ultra high voltage applications in energy installations. This has been a barrier to their use, in specific industries.

Supply Chain Landscape

1
Raw material suppliers

Aluminum suppliers

Copper suppliers

2
Manufacturers

Siemens

ABB

Schneider Electric

Eaton

3
End-Users

Utilities

Industrials & Commercial buildings

*The illustration highlights the key stakeholders within the supply chain ecosystem.

Applications of Busbar in Utilities & Power Generation , Electric Vehicles & Industrial Applications

Utilities & Power Generation

In the field of power utility operations, busbars are components in substations as they oversee the transfer of power between transformers and distribution systems. They are known for their dependability and effectiveness in high voltage settings resultantly minimizing energy wastage during power transmission. Siemens and ABB stand out as players, in this industry pioneering advancements that boost sustainability and grid efficiency.

Industrial Applications

Busbars are commonly employed in electrical panels to provide efficient power distribution solutions for factories and processing plants with minimal upkeep required due to their compact design and capacity to manage heavy electrical loads effectively. Industries focused on efficiency highly value busbar's usage. General Electric and Eaton are leading the way, in this field by introducing modular busbar systems that prioritize safety and minimize downtime.

Electric Vehicles

Busbars play a role in the electric vehicle sector by improving power distribution in the vehicles electrical operations.They are particularly beneficial in battery packs and electric drive systems as they boost vehicle performance and energy efficiency. Leading companies such as TE Connectivity are pioneering the development of busbar solutions that are vital, for the expanding electric vehicle market.

Commercial Buildings

In business environments busbars play a role in modern HVAC systems and building automation networks by ensuring effective energy distribution. With the growing popularity of buildings the importance of busbar technology has risen significantly in enhancing energy efficiency and cutting down operational expenses for buildings. Panduit and G&W Electric are at the forefront in providing busbar systems, for these energy efficient designs.

Recent Developments

February 2024

Siemens released a range of high efficiency busbars tailored for renewable energy industry's specific requirements with a focus, on improving grid reliability and energy efficiency.

October 2023

TE Connectivity collaborated with a leading electric vehicle company to create busbar systems, for upcoming advanced & high drive range electric vehicle models.

July 2023

ABB introduced a range of busbar products with modular designs to make installation easier with lower maintenance expenses, for industrial customers.

The markets emphasis on sustainability and innovation is evident in these advancements that are fueling growth, in multiple sectors.

Impact of Industry Transitions on the Busbar Market

As a core segment of the E&P industry, the Busbar market develops in line with broader industry shifts. Over recent years, transitions such as Energy transition and Shift toward electric vehicles have redefined priorities across the E&P sector, influencing how the Busbar market evolves in terms of demand, applications and competitive dynamics. These transitions highlight the structural changes shaping long-term growth opportunities.
01

Energy transition

The global & industrial shift towards renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power is having a positive expansion impact on the busbar market. This industry transition is expected to add $1.9 billion in the industry revenue between 2023 and 2030.
02

Shift toward electric vehicles

Advancements in efficient busbar setups play a crucial role, in managing electric vehicle batteries and powertrain functions.

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