Synchronous Condenser Market Growth & Size | 2020 to 2027

Synchronous Condenser Market Forecast to 2027 - COVID-19 Impact and Global Analysis By Cooling Type (Air-Cooled, Hydrogen-Cooled, and Water-Cooled), Reactive Power Rating (Up to 100 MVAr, 100–200 MVAr, and Above 200 MVAr), Starting Method (Pony Motor, Static Frequency Converter, and Others), and Application (Metal and Mining, Electrical Utilities and Grid Operators, Marine, Oil and Gas, and Others)

  • Report Code : TIPRE00006516
  • Category : Electronics and Semiconductor
  • Status : Published
  • No. of Pages : 203
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The synchronous condenser market was valued at US$ 507.64 million in 2019 and is projected to reach US$ 580.28 million by 2027; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 2.6% from 2020 to 2027.

By continuously generating/absorbing adjustable reactive power, enhanced short-circuit strength, and frequency stability by providing synchronous inertia, the system provides improved voltage regulation and stability. The goal is not to transform electricity into mechanical power or vice versa, but to use the reactive power control capabilities of the machines and synchronous inertia. Since the Industrial Revolution, the energy production of most countries around the world has been dominated by fossil fuels. This has created serious consequences for the global environment and for human health. Three-quarters of global greenhouse gas emissions derive from the burning of fossil fuels for energy. Fossil fuels are responsible for large levels of local air pollution that causes health problems, leading to at least 5 million premature deaths each year. Thus, the use of renewable energy has increased to minimize carbon dioxide emissions worldwide, which propels the demand for the same energy. This is thus, fuelling the growth of the synchronous condenser market

Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Synchronous Condenser Market

The COVID-19 outbreak was first reported in Wuhan, China, during December 2019. The crisis is adversely affecting industries worldwide. The global economy witnessed the worst hit in 2020, and it is likely to continue in 2021. The outbreak is creating significant disruptions in primary industries such as logistics, retail, and e-commerce. In addition, the sharp decline in international trade is hindering the growth of the global economy. The pandemic has temporarily closed down most of the production plants across all industries, and has also disrupted the supply chain and logistics industry. However, lockdown in almost all countries is restricting the supply chain of major components of synchronous condenser as well as hindering the manufacturing of the same.

Lucrative Regions for Synchronous Condenser Providers

Lucrative Regions for Synchronous Condenser Providers
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Synchronous Condenser Market Insights

Growing Need for Power Factor Correction Fuels Growth of Synchronous Condenser Market

Most of the engines used in industries are induction engines in which currents would be drawn by loads such as lamps, fans, heaters, etc. Due to large reactive components, these lagging currents would decrease the power factor of the entire unit. The overall performance of the device would therefore decrease. Using a synchronous motor in parallel with induction motors or transformers, the leading reactive volt-amperes supplied by the synchronous motor may be corrected by compensating for the lagging reactive volt-amperes of other power equipment. In this way, to increase the overall power factor of the device, a synchronous condenser is useful.

The amount of reactive power from a synchronous condenser can be changed continuously, unlike a static capacitor bank. When the grid voltage decreases, reactive power from a static capacitor bank decreases; whereas a synchronous condenser would increase reactive current as the voltage decreases. Ability to regulate voltage levels is another advantage of synchronous condensers. Naturally, a synchronous condenser supplies a low voltage with more reactive power and it absorbs more reactive power from a high voltage; moreover, the field can be regulated as previously mentioned. In situations like starting large motors or in systems where power must move long distances from where it is produced to where it is used, reactive power improves voltage control. Thus, the above-mentioned benefits of controlling voltage fluctuations with the help of synchronous condenser are anticipated to influence the growth of the market across the world.

Cooling Type-Based Market Insights

Based on cooling type, the synchronous condenser market is segmented into air-cooled, hydrogen-cooled, and water-cooled. In 2019, the hydrogen-cooled segment accounted for a significant share in the market.

Synchronous Condenser Market, by Cooling Type – 2019 and 2027

Synchronous Condenser Market, by Cooling Type – 2019 and 2027
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Reactive Power Rating-Based Market Insights

Based on reactive power rating, the synchronous condenser market is segmented into up to 100 MVAr, 100–200 MVAr, and above 200 MVAr. In 2019, the above 200 MVAr segment accounted for a significant share in the market.

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Synchronous Condenser Market: Strategic Insights

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Market Size Value inUS$ 507.64 Million in 2019
Market Size Value byUS$ 580.28 Million by 2027
Growth rateCAGR of 2.6% from 2020-2027
Forecast Period2020-2027
Base Year2020
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The players operating in the synchronous condenser market focus on strategies such as mergers, acquisitions, and market initiatives to maintain their positions in the market. A few developments by key players are listed below:

In December 2020, ABB Ltd. installed two synchronous condensers in Australia’s Darlington Point solar farm. The company stated that the technology would enhance the local power grid's stability as the penetration of renewable energy increases in a critical area of New South Wales.

In May 2020, General Electric provided two synchronous condensers and flywheel units to Italian grid operator Terna S.p.A. for the Brindisi substation in southern Italy. General Electric’s synchronous condensers unit could supply reactive power of up to +250/−125 MVAr and 1,750 MWs inertia to support Italy’s grid's stability.                                                                                        

By Cooling Type

  • Air-Cooled
  • Hydrogen-Cooled
  • Water-Cooled

By Reactive Power Rating

  • Up to 100 MVAr
  • 100–200 MVAr
  • Above 200 MVAr

By Starting Method

  • Pony Motor
  • Static Frequency Converter
  • Others

By Application

  • Metal and Mining
  • Electrical Utilities and Grid Operators
  • Marine
  • Oil and Gas
  • Others

By Geography

  • North America

    • US
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe

    • France
    • Germany
    • Italy
    • UK
    • Russia
    • Rest of Europe
  • Asia Pacific (APAC)

    • China
    • India
    • South Korea
    • Japan
    • Australia
    • Rest of APAC
  • Middle East & Africa (MEA)

    • South Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE
    • Rest of MEA
  • South America (SAM)

    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • Rest of SAM

Company Names

  • ABB Ltd.
  • Brush Group
  • Eaton Corporation plc
  • FUJI ELECTRIC CO., LTD.
  • General Electric Company
  • IDEAL ELECTRIC POWER CO.
  • Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (Mitsubishi Electric Corporation)
  • Siemens Energy (Siemens AG)
  • Voith GmbH & Co. KGaA
  • WEG ELECTRIC CORP.
Report Coverage
Report Coverage

Revenue forecast, Company Analysis, Industry landscape, Growth factors, and Trends

Segment Covered
Segment Covered

Cooling Type , Reactive Power Rating , Starting Method , and Application

Regional Scope
Regional Scope

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, South & Central America

Country Scope
Country Scope

Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States

Frequently Asked Questions


Which region held the largest share in 2019 of the Synchronous Condenser market?

In 2019, North America led the global synchronous condenser market with more than 37.4% of revenue share, followed by Europe and Asia Pacific regions, respectively. Currently, synchronous condenser adoption has increased in the US and Canada through industries such as electrical utilities and grid operators, metals and mining, marine and oil and gas. Furthermore, growing investment in the adoption of renewable energy by government bodies and private companies in the process is fueling the growth of the region's industry. In 2019, for example, US investments in renewable energy accounted for US$ 301.7 billion. Growing investment is therefore enabling companies to deliver advanced solutions around the local and global sectors of power generation.

Which factor is driving growth of the Synchronous Condenser market?

Most of the engines used in industries are induction engines in which currents would be drawn by loads such as lamps, fans, heaters, etc. Due to large reactive components, these lagging currents would decrease the power factor of the entire unit. The overall performance of the device would therefore decrease. Using a synchronous motor in parallel with induction motors or transformers, the leading reactive volt-amperes supplied by the synchronous motor may be corrected by compensating for the lagging reactive volt-amperes of other power equipment. In this way, to increase the overall power factor of the device, a synchronous condenser is useful.

Which application led the Synchronous Condenser market?

Synchronous condensers assist in achieving grid reliability, stability, inertia, and strength for electrical utilities. Growing demand is expected to drive the growth of synchronous condenser market for grid stability and controlling voltage fluctuations in electrical utilities. Moreover, for stable operations and for maintaining voltage stability with weak grids, power plants install synchronous condensers. On electrical power transmission networks, synchronous condensers help to adjust the reactive power.

The List of Companies - Synchronous Condenser Market

  1. ABB Ltd.
  2.  BRUSH Group
  3.  Eaton Corporation PLC
  4.  Fuji Electric Co., Ltd.
  5.  General Electric
  6.  Hyundai Idela Electric Co.
  7.  Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
  8.  Siemens AG
  9.  Voith GmBH
  10.  WEG Electric Corp.

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