By Voltage (Low Voltage Switchgear, Medium Voltage Switchgear, High Voltage Switchgear), By Insulation (Medium Voltage Switchgear (Air Insulated, Gas Insulated), High Voltage Switchgear (Air Insulated, Gas Insulated), Low Voltage Switchgear (MCB, MCCB, C&R, ACB, COS, Others), By Applications (Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Power Utilities) And Competitive Landscape.
Product Code: ETC002051 | Publication Date: May 2022 | Updated Date: Sep 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 | |
According to 6Wresearch internal database and industry insights, the Australia Switchgear Market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7% during the forecast period (2025-2031).
Report Name | Australia Switchgear Market |
Forecast Period | 2025-2031 |
CAGR | 7.7% |
Growing Sector | Power Utilities & Industrial |
The Australia Switchgear Market report thoroughly covers the market by voltage, insulation, and applications. The market report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of ongoing market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers, which would help stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
Australia Switchgear Market is set to expand steadily on the back of accelerating grid modernisation, renewable integration, and brownfield substation refurbishments across the National Electricity Market (NEM) and non-interconnected systems. Rising utility investments for reliability and bushfire resilience, large-scale renewable energy zones (REZs), battery energy storage systems (BESS), and transmission interconnectors are catalysing demand for Medium and High Voltage switchgear.
Below mentioned are some prominent drivers and their influence to the market dynamics:
Driver | Primary Segments Affected | Why it matters (evidence) |
Grid Modernisation & Interconnectors | MV & HV (AIS/GIS); Power Utilities | Utilities are upgrading legacy substations and building new lines/interconnectors to enhance reliability and support east–west energy flows. Projects lift demand for 11–33 kV MV and 66–500 kV HV bays. |
Renewable Energy Zones (REZs) & BESS | MV GIS; HV GIS/AIS; Industrial & Utilities | Rapid connection of wind/solar and utility-scale batteries requires compact, modular, digitally monitored switchgear with high availability and fast deployment. |
Electrification in Mining & LNG | LV (MCB/MCCB/ACB); MV AIS/GIS; Industrial | Electrified haulage, conveyors, compressors, and process plants drive robust switchgear replacement and capacity additions in remote operations. |
Data Centres & Commercial Builds | LV (MCB/MCCB/C&R/ACB); MV | Hyperscale and colocation facilities demand redundant, intelligent LV gear and resilient MV intake for uptime SLAs. |
Safety & Compliance Focus | LV & MV; All Applications | Stringent safety, arc-flash mitigation, and bushfire-resilience practices increase replacement cycles and favour modern protection & control architectures. |
Australia Switchgear Market is projected to grow at the CAGR of 7.7% during the forecast period of 2025-2031. Beyond utilities, sustained investments in critical infrastructure, transport electrification, and resilient community microgrids underpin Share gains across MV/HV nodes. Adoption of digital switchgear (integrated sensors/IoT) and compact GIS will boost market growth and revenue through lifecycle value. In parallel, strong construction activity, data centres, and electrification of mining and LNG operations are lifting Low Voltage switchgear consumption. Increasing emphasis on safety (arc-flash mitigation), digital monitoring, and compact footprints (GIS) further supports the Australia Switchgear Industry size and revenue expansion over 2025-2031.
Below mentioned are some major restraints and their influence to the market dynamics:
Restraint | Primary Segments Affected | What this means (evidence) |
Capex Timing & Approval Cycles | MV/HV; Utilities | Regulated approval processes and long planning horizons can defer substation upgrades and new bay additions. |
Supply Chain & Lead-Time Volatility | HV GIS; MV GIS | The use of imported components and specialized gases/metals introduces risk in the procurement chain, as well as cost pressures, which may impact project schedules. |
Skills Shortages | MV/HV Installation & Commissioning | The number of high-voltage technicians available to assist with commissioning is limited, which adds time to commissioning schedules and therefore slows roll-outs. |
Environmental Permitting & Right-of-Way | HV AIS/GIS | Siting new yards/lines is subjected to community and environmental approvals, which may slow deployments in greenfield situations. |
Price Sensitivity in Construction | LV | Competition for commercial builds may lead to increased pressure on margins for LV assemblies and accessories through the bidding process. |
Australia Switchgear Market Challenges
Key challenges hampering the Australia Switchgear Market Growth include synchronising renewable connections with transmission readiness, managing end-of-life legacy assets, and standardising digital protection schemes across mixed fleets. Utilities must balance compact GIS adoption with maintainability in remote environments. For LV, coordinating arc-flash protection and selective coordination without oversizing remains a design challenge for large campuses and data centres.
Australia Switchgear Market Trends
Some of emerging trends shaping the Australia Switchgear Industry landscape are:
Use of Digital & Condition-Based Maintenance: Increasing numbers of intelligent switched with sensors, thermal monitoring and cloud-based analytics allow predictive maintenance to reduce the frequency of unplanned outages.
Compact GIS & Hybrid Yards: Increased use of GIS and hybrid AIS-GIS Yards to reduce footprint, increase safety and expedite retrofit modernisation of substation equipment in urban settings.
Eco-Efficient Insulation Alternatives: Gradual replenishment of SF₆ as an insulation medium by low GWP gas mixtures and vacuum-based insulation solutions will continue in the MV/HV space over the coming years to align with sustainability goals.
Factory-Built, Modular E-Houses: The use of pre-fab MV switch rooms and factory-built protection panels reduces site-generated work, increasing availability on site.
Arc-Flash Mitigation & Selectivity: Fast acting relays are more widely adopted now than in the past, along with bus differential and zone-selective interlocking to meet stringent safety and uptime requirements.
Investment Opportunities in the Australia Switchgear Industry
There are several potential investment opportunities in the market which includes:
REZ & BESS-Ready MV/HV Solutions: GIS bays, ring main units (RMUs) and protection systems designed to cater to links with renewable clusters and grid-forming batteries.
Utility Refurbishment Programs: Lifecycle replacement of aged AIS yards to Hybrid/GIS solutions, coupled with digital protection upgrades.
Mining Electrification Packages: Ruggedised LV/MV electrical assemblies, skid-mounted switch rooms, and service contracts to support remote operations.
Data Centre & Campus Electrification: Tier-ready LV switchboards, transfer schemes, and MV redundancy architectures with service/maintenance annuities.
Some leading players operating in the market include:
Company Name | Schneider Electric (Australia) Pty Ltd |
Established Year | 1836 |
Headquarters | Rueil-Malmaison, France (Australia operations headquartered in Sydney) |
Official Website | Click Here |
Broad LV–MV switchgear portfolio (MCB/MCCB/ACB, RMUs, digital relays). Strong presence in utilities, commercial buildings, and data centres with advanced energy management platforms.
Company Name | ABB Australia Pty Limited |
Established Year | 1988 (ABB group) |
Headquarters | Zurich, Switzerland (Australia operations in Sydney) |
Official Website | Click Here |
MV/HV GIS, AIS, and protection & control systems serving utilities, mining, and renewables. Emphasis on eco-efficient switchgear and digital substations.
Company Name | Siemens Ltd. (Australia) |
Established Year | 1847 |
Headquarters | Munich, Germany (Australia operations in Melbourne) |
Official Website | Click Here |
Comprehensive MV/HV switchgear and grid automation solutions, including GIS bays for REZ connections and data-rich protection schemes.
Company Name | Eaton Industries Pty Ltd |
Established Year | 1911 |
Headquarters | Dublin, Ireland (Australia operations in Sydney/Melbourne) |
Official Website | Click Here |
LV switchgear (MCB/MCCB/ACB), MV systems, and arc-flash safety technologies. Strong footprint in commercial construction and industrial campuses.
Company Name | NOJA Power Switchgear Pty Ltd |
Established Year | 2002 |
Headquarters | Brisbane, Australia |
Official Website | Click Here |
Australian manufacturer specialising in reclosers, control cubicles, and MV switchgear for overhead distribution networks with a focus on reliability and smart automation.
According to Australian Government Data, Australia’s policy environment supports grid reliability and clean energy integration. Examples include Renewable Energy Zones (state-led programs), transmission funding under national infrastructure initiatives (e.g., Rewiring the Nation), and market planning via the Integrated System Plan (ISP). Compliance with Australian and joint standards (e.g., AS/NZS 3000 Wiring Rules, AS/NZS/IEC 62271 series for high-voltage switchgear) and utility network standards drives technology selection, arc-flash safety features, and type-testing requirements. Programs from agencies such as ARENA and state energy departments further encourage innovative, low-emission, and digital switchgear deployments.
Australia Switchgear Market is expected to witness healthy growth as utilities execute multi-year refurbishment cycles and connect large volumes of renewable and storage assets. Digital substations, eco-efficient insulation media, and modular E-houses will gain Share. Industrial decarbonisation, process electrification, and data centre expansion will reinforce demand across LV and MV tiers, while compact GIS and hybrid configurations reshape HV yard design in urban and constrained sites.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments and their leading categories.
According to Bhawna Singh, Research Analyst, 6Wresearch, Medium Voltage (MV) Switchgear is expected to dominate by revenue during 2025–2031. Expansion of REZ feeders (11–33 kV), distribution substation rebuilds, and BESS interconnections require high-availability MV bays, RMUs, and digital relays. Utilities’ focus on reducing outage minutes and enabling reverse-power flows from distributed energy resources further raises MV replacement and augmentation volumes.
Power Utilities are projected to lead the Australia Switchgear Market Share, propelled by regulated investment plans, interconnectors, REZ build-outs, and resilience upgrades (bushfire mitigation, climate adaptation). Industrial follows closely with sustained mining/LNG electrification and processing expansions; Commercial grows with data centres, healthcare, and education precincts; Residential remains steady on renovation cycles and distributed energy uptake.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments:
1. Executive Summary |
2. Introduction |
2.1. Report Description |
2.2 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.3. Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4. Research Methodology |
2.5. Assumptions |
3. Australia Switchgear Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Switchgear Market Revenues (2021-2031F) |
3.2 Australia Switchgear Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.3 Australia Switchgear Market - Porter’s Five Forces |
3.4 Impact Analysis of Covid-19 on Australia Switchgear Market |
4. Australia Switchgear Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing adoption of smart grid technology in Australia, driving the demand for advanced switchgear solutions. |
4.2.2 Growing investments in renewable energy projects, leading to the expansion of the switchgear market. |
4.2.3 Rising industrialization and urbanization in Australia, boosting the need for reliable electrical infrastructure. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High initial investment costs associated with advanced switchgear technologies may hinder market growth. |
4.3.2 Stringent regulations and standards governing the switchgear industry could pose challenges to market players. |
4.3.3 Limited availability of skilled professionals for the installation and maintenance of complex switchgear systems. |
5. Australia Switchgear Market Trends |
6. Australia Low Voltage Switchgear Market Overview |
6.1 Australia Low Voltage Switchgear and Panels Market Revenues (2021-2031F) |
6.2 Australia Low Voltage Switchgear Market Overview, By Types |
6.2.1 Australia Low Voltage Switchgear Market Revenue Share, By Types (2021 & 2031F) |
6.2.2 Australia Low Voltage Switchgear Market Revenues, By Types (2021-2031F) |
6.3 Australia Low Voltage Switchgear Market Overview, By Applications |
6.3.1 Australia Low Voltage Switchgear Market Revenue Share, By Applications (2021 & 2031F) |
6.3.2 Australia Low Voltage Switchgear Market Revenues, By Applications (2021-2031F) |
7. Australia Medium Voltage Switchgear Market Overview |
7.1 Australia Medium Voltage Switchgear Market Revenues (2021-2031F) |
7.2 Australia Medium Voltage Switchgear Market Overview, By Insulation Types |
7.2.1 Australia Medium Voltage Switchgear Market Revenue Share, By Insulation Types (2021 & 2031F) |
7.2.2 Australia Medium Voltage Switchgear Market Revenues, By Insulation Types (2021-2031F) |
7.3 Australia Medium Voltage Switchgear Market Overview, By Applications |
7.3.1 Australia Medium Voltage Switchgear Market Revenue Share, By Applications (2021 & 2031F) |
7.3.2 Australia Medium Voltage Switchgear Market Revenues, By Applications (2021-2031F) |
8. Australia High Voltage Switchgear Market Overview |
8.1 Australia High Voltage Switchgear Market Revenues (2021-2031F) |
8.2 Australia High Voltage Switchgear Market Overview, By Insulation Types |
8.2.1 Australia High Voltage Switchgear Market Revenue Share, By Insulation (2021 & 2031F) |
8.2.2 Australia High Voltage Switchgear Market Revenues, By Insulation (2021-2031F) |
8.3 Australia High Voltage Switchgear Market Overview, By Application Types |
8.3.1 Australia High Voltage Switchgear Market Revenue Share, By Application Types (2021 & 2031F) |
8.3.2 Australia High Voltage Switchgear Market Revenues, By Application Types (2021-2031F) |
9. Australia Switchgear Market Overview, By Applications |
9.1 Australia Switchgear Market Revenues, By Residential Application (2021-2031F) |
9.2 Australia Switchgear Market Revenues, By Commercial Application (2021-2031F) |
9.3 Australia Switchgear Market Revenues, By Industrial Application (2021-2031F) |
9.4 Australia Switchgear Market Revenues, By Power Utilities Application (2021-2031F) |
9.5 Australia Switchgear Market Revenues, By Other Application (2021-2031F) |
10. Australia Switchgear Market Key Performance Indicators |
10.1 Percentage increase in the installation of smart switchgear solutions in key industries. |
10.2 Number of new renewable energy projects integrated with advanced switchgear systems. |
10.3 Rate of adoption of energy-efficient switchgear technologies in the market. |
11. Australia Switchgear Market Opportunity Assessment |
11.1 Australia Switchgear Market Opportunity Assessment, By Voltage (2031F) |
11.2 Australia Switchgear Market Opportunity Assessment, By Applications (2031F) |
12. Australia Switchgear Market Competitive Landscape |
12.1 Australia Switchgear Market Revenue Share, By Voltage, By Company (2025) |
12.2 Australia Switchgear Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Technical Parameters |
12.3 Australia Switchgear Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operational Parameters |
13. Company Profiles |
14. Key Strategic Recommendations |
15. Disclaimer |
Market Forecast By Voltage (Low Voltage Switchgear, Medium Voltage Switchgear, High Voltage Switchgear), By Insulation (Medium Voltage Switchgear (Air Insulated, Gas Insulated, Others), High Voltage Switchgear (Air Insulated, Gas Insulated, Others)), By Types (Low Voltage Switchgear (MCB, MCCB, C&R, ACB, COS, Others), Medium Voltage Switchgear (Indoor Switchgear (ISG), Outdoor Switchgear (OSG), Others)), By Applications (Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Power Utilities, Other) and competitive landscape
Product Code: ETC002051 | Publication Date: Apr 2020 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 |
Growing construction projects, expanding industrial and manufacturing sectors coupled with changing government policies for exploration and extraction of energy and fuels resulting in a further increase in demand for continuous electricity supply has driven the demand for switchgear market in Australia. For instance, National Energy Resources Australia (NERA) has passed a plan to invest $10 billion for the expansion of the oil & gas sector in the country.
According to 6Wresearch, Australia Switchgear Market size is anticipated to register growth during 2020-26. Growing government investment for the expansion of grid infrastructure in the country along with setting up new power plants for interrupted power supply in the country would lead to a surge in demand for switchgear market over the forecast period. However, the Australia market is expected to register a decline in demand during 2020, owing to the global pandemic COVID-19, which has adversely affected the economic growth of the country along with a reduction in investment by the government and private sector.
Based on applications, the industrial sector accounted for the highest revenue share in the overall market owing to increasing industrial output and a rising number of industrial parks in the country. However, during the forecast period, the commercial segment is anticipated to exhibit the highest growth due to hotel expansions and the flourishing banking industry in the country.
The Australia Switchgear market report thoroughly covers the market by types, voltage, insulation, applications, and regions. The Australia Switchgear market outlook report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the on-going Australia Switchgear market trends, opportunities/high growth areas and market drivers which would help the stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
Key Highlights of the Report:
Markets Covered
The Australia Switchgear Market report provides a detailed analysis of the following market segments: