Market Forecast By KVA Rating (5 KVA-75 KVA, 75.1 KVA-375 KVA, 375.1 KVA-750 KVA, 750.1 KVA-1000 KVA And Above 1000 KVA), By Applications (Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Transportation & Public Infrastructure), By Regions (Eastern, Northern, Western And Southern) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC090012 | Publication Date: Dec 2023 | Updated Date: Sep 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 | |
The Italy Diesel Genset Market could see a tapering of growth rates from 2025 to 2029. Although the growth rate starts strong at 1.48% in 2025, it steadily loses momentum, ending at 0.75% by 2029.
According to 6Wresearch internal database and industry insights, the Italy Diesel Genset Market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.88% during the forecast period (2025–2031).
Report Name | Italy Diesel Genset Market |
Forecast Period | 2025-2031 |
CAGR | 5.88% |
Growing Sector | Industrial & Public Infrastructure |
The Italy Diesel Genset Market report thoroughly covers the market by kVA ratings, applications, and regions. 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.
Italy Diesel Genset Market is expected to grow due to increasing demand for reliable and stable power supply, limitations with the traditional power grid, and the rise of the manufacturing and construction industry, which are some of the factors driving the market growth. The Italy diesel genset market has experienced remarkable growth over the years and is expected to grow further in the coming years. The key buyers of diesel gensets in Italy are the manufacturing industry, real estate and commercial complexes, and healthcare facilities.
Below are some prominent drivers and their influence on the market dynamics:
Driver | Primary Segments Affected | Why it matters (evidence) |
Infrastructure Development | ≥750 kVA & >1000 kVA; Industrial, Public Infrastructure | Italy's ongoing urbanization, including the construction of new smart cities and megaprojects, boosts the need for large-scale power backup solutions. |
Natural Disaster Preparedness | 75–750 kVA; Residential, Commercial | Frequent earthquakes and other natural disasters push demand for backup power solutions to maintain operations during power outages. |
Aging Population | 375–750 kVA; Healthcare | Expansion of healthcare infrastructure to accommodate the aging population increases the need for reliable genset backups. |
Data Center Expansion | 375–750 kVA; Commercial (IT & ITES) | The digital transformation is driving demand for high-capacity gensets to back up IT infrastructure across Italy. |
Government Green Initiatives | ≥750 kVA & >1000 kVA; Industrial, Public Infrastructure | Italy's energy transition plans are encouraging the integration of renewable energy, though diesel gensets remain critical for backup power. |
The Italy Diesel Genset Market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.88% during the forecast period of 2025-2031. The driving force behind the growth of the Italy diesel genset market is the demand for reliable and uninterrupted power supply. The country has experienced electricity disruptions in the past, and these challenges led to the need for backup power solutions. Other drivers of the market include the rise in population, urbanization, and the growth of several industries, including the manufacturing industry. One of the primary drivers of the diesel genset market in Italy is the growing demand for a reliable power supply. This is especially true in industries such as healthcare, telecommunications, data centers, and manufacturing.
Below are some major restraints and their influence on the market dynamics:
Restraint | Primary Segments Affected | What this means (evidence) |
Strict Emission Regulations | New installs; all kVA | Italy enforces strict environmental standards for diesel gensets, raising compliance costs and limiting the use of older genset models in favor of cleaner alternatives. |
High Operational Costs | Prime-power Industrial | High operational expenses associated with diesel fuel impact the affordability of gensets, particularly for large-scale applications in the industrial sector. |
Transition to Renewable Energy | Public Infrastructure & Utilities | Government's push for renewable energy under its energy transition plans reduces dependency on diesel power for certain applications. |
Regulatory Noise Restrictions | Residential & Commercial | Noise ordinances in urban areas limit genset installation, especially for residential and small commercial applications. |
Dependence on Imports | Industrial & Commercial | Italy's heavy reliance on imported gensets leads to high procurement costs and supply chain vulnerabilities. |
There are some challenges present in the Italy Diesel Genset Industry. One of the most significant challenges that the diesel genset market in Italy is facing is the increasing competition from cheaper alternatives such as renewable energy. Renewable energy is becoming increasingly affordable, and the associated ecological advantages make it an attractive alternative to diesel gensets. Another challenge is the high costs associated with diesel gensets. This is primarily due to the high price of fuel and maintenance costs, which are often prohibitive for small businesses.
Several prominent trends reshaping the market growth include:
Some prominent investment opportunities in the market include:
Premium Hybrid & Low-Emission Gensets – Develop and market hybrid diesel-solar systems to align with the government's green initiatives and infrastructure projects.
High-Capacity Fleets for Mega-Projects – Supply gensets ≥ 1000 kVA for mega-projects such as smart city developments, with service contracts for long-term support.
Rental-as-a-Service (RaaS) – Offer flexible, on-demand genset rental services tailored to construction, temporary installations, and large-scale events.
Some leading players operating in the market include:
Company Name | Cummins Inc. |
Established Year | 1919 |
Headquarters | Columbus, Indiana, USA |
Official Website | Click Here |
Cummins has been a major leader in diesel power solutions, offering gensets for a wide range of applications across Italy.
Company Name | Caterpillar Inc. |
Established Year | 1925 |
Headquarters | Deerfield, Illinois, USA |
Official Website | Click Here |
Caterpillar is a renowned player across the country, providing high-performance gensets for industrial and construction applications in Italy.
Company Name | Kohler Co. |
Established Year | 1873 |
Headquarters | Kohler, Wisconsin, USA |
Official Website | Click Here |
Kohler is a renowned player & prominent manufacturer of diesel generators, offering products that combine advanced technology and fuel efficiency.
Company Name | Atlas Copco AB |
Established Year | 1873 |
Headquarters | Nacka, Sweden |
Official Website | Click Here |
Atlas Copco provides a range of diesel generators known for their efficiency and low emissions. Their products are widely used across Italy's construction and industrial sectors.
Company Name | Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. |
Established Year | 1884 |
Headquarters | Tokyo, Japan |
Official Website | Click Here |
Mitsubishi has been a leading domestic player in the diesel genset market, which offers both large-scale industrial solutions and smaller commercial units for various applications.
According to Italian government data, several initiatives have been introduced to promote sustainable energy and reduce carbon emissions. The National Energy Strategy aims to reduce the country's dependence on fossil fuels and increase the share of renewable energy in the total energy mix. The government has also launched incentives and subsidies to encourage the adoption of renewable energy sources and energy-efficient technologies, and this factor will remarkably increase Italy Diesel Genset Market Share. However, there are no specific regulations or incentives for the diesel genset market in the country.
The Italy Diesel Genset Market share is estimated to increase in the coming years owing to several factors. These factors include the rising expansion of industrialization and infrastructure development. Another major aspect that is estimated to leave a positive impact on the growth of the market includes the growing demand for backup power solutions. Furthermore, the demand for Diesel Genset will increase in the coming years with Italy's continued push for digital transformation and large-scale infrastructure projects. Whereas the adoption of hybrid energy systems and strict environmental regulations will further shape its evolution.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments and their leading categories.
According to Mansi Ahuja, Senior Research Analyst at 6Wresearch, the Above 1000 kVA category holds the largest market share in the Italy Diesel Genset Market. This is due to the substantial demand for high-capacity gensets in industries such as oil & gas, large construction projects, and public infrastructure, including smart city developments.
The Industrial segment dominates the Italy Diesel Genset Industry, primarily driven by the energy-intensive nature of Italy's industrial activities. The growing demand from the automotive, manufacturing, and petrochemical industries, along with the expansion of infrastructure projects, drives the market's growth.
The Northern region, particularly Milan and surrounding areas, holds the largest share of the market due to its strong industrial base, high population density, and the concentration of commercial and public infrastructure projects. The Western and Southern regions are also growing, driven by increasing urbanization and industrial activities in those areas.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments:
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Italy Diesel Genset Market Overview |
3.1 Italy Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Italy Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Italy Diesel Genset Market- Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Italy Diesel Genset Market- Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Italy Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume Share, By KVA rating , 2023 & 2031F |
3.6 Italy Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application 2023 & 2031F |
4 Italy Diesel Genset Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing demand for reliable backup power solutions in Italy |
4.2.2 Increasing frequency of power outages due to aging grid infrastructure |
4.2.3 Rise in construction activities and infrastructure development projects in the country |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Environmental concerns and regulations regarding emissions from diesel gensets |
4.3.2 Competition from alternative energy sources such as solar and wind power |
5 Italy Diesel Genset Market Trends |
6. Italy Diesel Genset Market, By KVA Ratings |
6.1 Italy Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By 5 KVA-75 KVA 2021 & 2031F |
6.2 Italy Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By 75.1 KVA-375 KVA, 2021 & 2031F |
6.3 Italy Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By 375.1 KVA-750 KVA, 2021 & 2031F |
6.3 Italy Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By 750.1 KVA-1000 KVA , 2021 & 2031F |
6.3 Italy Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By Above 1000 KVA, 2021 & 2031F |
7 Italy Diesel Genset Market, By Application |
7.1 Italy Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By Residential, 2021 & 2031F |
7.2 Italy Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By Commercial, 2021 & 2031F |
7.3 Italy Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial, 2021 & 2031F |
7.3 Italy Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By Transportation & public Infrastructure 2021 & 2031F |
8 Italy Diesel Genset Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
8.1 Italy Diesel Genset Market Export to Major Countries |
8.2 Italy Diesel Genset Market Imports from Major Countries |
9 Italy Diesel Genset Market Key Performance Indicators |
9.1 Number of construction permits issued in Italy |
9.2 Frequency and duration of power outages in key regions |
9.3 Adoption rate of diesel gensets in critical infrastructure projects |
10 Italy Diesel Genset Market- Opportunity Assessment |
10.1 Italy Diesel Genset Market Opportunity Assessment, By KVA rating, 2031 |
10.2 Italy Diesel Genset Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2031 |
11 Italy Diesel Genset Market- Competitive Landscape |
11.1 Italy Diesel Genset Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
11.2 Italy Diesel Genset Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
12 Company Profiles |
13 Recommendations |
14 Disclaimer |
Market Forecast By KVA (5 - 75 KVA, 75.1 - 375 KVA, 375.1 - 750 KVA, 750.1 - 1000 KVA, Above 1000 KVA), By Application (Residential, Commercial , Industrial, Transportation & Public Infrastructure) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC090012 | Publication Date: Aug 2021 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 |
Italy Diesel Genset (Generator) Market Synopsis
Italy Diesel Genset (Generator) Market is projected to grow over the coming year. Italy Diesel Genset (Generator) Market report is a part of our periodical regional publication Europe Diesel Genset (Generator) Market outlook report. 6W tracks diesel genset market for over 60 countries with individual country-wise market opportunity assessment and publishes with the report titled Global Diesel Genset (Generator) Market outlook report annually.
Italy Diesel Genset Market report comprehensively covers the market by kVA ratings and application. The market report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing 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.
Italy Diesel Genset (Generator) Market Synopsis
Italy Diesel Generator Market is likely to project modest growth during the upcoming period owing to the increasing penetration towards infrastructure development. Increasing population coupled with rising disposable income drives the demand for backup power supply further leading to the development of the market. Moreover, inadequate amount of generation of power is driving the need for Diesel Genset further beholds the market growth of Diesel Genset.
According to 6Wreseach, Italy Diesel Genset Market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 2% during 2021-2027. Italy occupies 5th position in terms of the market size in the Europe Diesel Genset Market. Increasing establishment of offices, shopping malls and complexes backed by rising construction sector beholds the rapid progress of the market. Development in residential, commercial and industrial sector is also driving the growth of the market. However, the outburst of COVID-19 hampered the growth of the market due the temporary shutting down of manufacturing units affecting the supply chain. Nationwide lockdown coupled with restriction on public gathering negatively affected the growth of the market.
Market Analysis by kVA Ratings
In terms of market by kVA ratings, 75.1KVA-375KVA dominates the market and is expected to remain in a dominant position in the coming years. However, 375.1KVA-750KVA rating is expected to have the fastest growth rate among all ratings.
Market Analysis by Application
In terms of application, Commercial segment dominates the market and is expected to remain in a dominant position in the coming years with the fastest growth rate among all applications.
Key Attractiveness of the Report
Key Highlights of the Report:
Market Scope and Segmentation
The report provides a detailed analysis of the following Market segments: