Market Forecast By Core (Closed, Shell, Berry), By Product (Power transformer, Distribution transformer, Instrument transformer, Others), By Winding (Two-winding, Auto-transformer), By Application (Residential & Commercial, Utility, Industrial), By Cooling (Dry type, Oil Immersed), By Phase (Single phase, 3 - phase), By Rating (10 MVA, 11 MVA to 60 MVA, 61 MVA to 600 MVA, > 600 MVA) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC014266 | Publication Date: Oct 2020 | 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 Malaysia Transformer Market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.85% during the forecast period (2025-2031).
Report Name | Malaysia Transformer Market |
Forecast period | 2025-2031 |
CAGR | 6.85% |
Growing Sector | Utility & Residential/Commercial |
The Malaysia Transformer Market report thoroughly covers the Market by core, product, winding, application, cooling, phase, rating, 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 devise and align their strategies according to the current and future Market dynamics, with emphasis on Market Growth, Industry Size, Share, and Revenue.
The Malaysia Transformer Market has been experiencing massive growth. This is driven by ongoing renewable energy projects and the rising development of the smart grid. There are numerous factors that contribute to the market expansion, including commercial real estate development and the rise of solar power projects. This is estimated to fuel the transformer installations across various applications, such as residential, commercial, and utility.
Below mentioned are some prominent drivers and their influence to the market dynamics:
Driver | Primary Segments Affected | Why it matters (evidence) |
Smart Grid Expansion | Power & Distribution; Utility | The demand for digital-ready transformers is on the rise due to National grid modernization and TNB’s initiatives. |
Renewable Integration (Solar & Hydro) | Distribution & Instrument; Utility & Residential | Projects under Large Scale Solar (LSS4) and Sarawak hydro programs need interconnection transformers. |
Urban Transit & Real Estate Growth | Distribution & Dry-Type; Residential & Commercial | Expanding MRT lines, airports, and high-rise developments increase demand for safe, compact, and efficient transformers. |
Data Center & ICT Growth | Power Transformers; Industrial | Surge in hyperscale data centers in Johor and Cyberjaya needs stable power with large MVA units. |
Industrial Diversification | Power & Instrument; Industrial | Growth of automotive, electronics, and petrochemical clusters raises transformer procurement. |
Malaysia Transformer Market is projected to grow steadily, recording a CAGR of 6.85% during the forecast period 2025-2031. Some prominent growth drivers include renewable energy expansion and rising smart grid investments. Another major factor is the increasing electricity demand in the country. Additionally, digitalized and compact designs transformers have been gaining momentum across various industries, including utility, commercial, and industrial. Moreover, the demand for interconnection transformers is on the rise, this is due to incorporation of renewable, especially solar power under the LSS program. Furthermore, with the growing demand from hyperscale data centers in Johor and Cyberjaya, the need for high-capacity units increases.
Below mentioned are some major restraints and their influence to the market dynamics:
Restraint | Primary Segments Affected | What this means (evidence) |
Import Reliance on Specialty Units | Power & Smart Transformers; Utility | High-tech transformers procurement costs are high due to high dependency on imported transformers. |
Lengthy Approval Processes | Utility Projects | Public procurement and regulatory delays could slow down the project deployment. |
High Humidity & Coastal Conditions | Oil-Immersed & Outdoor Units | Country’s harsh environment increases corrosion risks, leading to higher maintenance. |
Budgetary & FX Volatility | Utility & Public Sector | Exchange rate fluctuations impact capital costs of imported components. |
Workforce Skills Gap in Digital Tech | Smart/IoT-Enabled Units | Lack of skilled technicians could delays the full adoption of smart transformers. |
Besides the positive growth, the market deals with numerous challenges, such as limited domestic manufacturing for advanced components like OLTCs and complex procurement timelines for government-led projects. The market is hampered by harsh tropical conditions requiring additional design adaptations. Moreover, workforce ensuring cost-effective renewable integration remain pressing issues for market expansion.
Several prominent trends reshaping the Malaysia Transformer Market Growth include:
Some major investment opportunities in the market are:
Leading players contributing to Malaysia Transformer Market Share are: -
Company Name | Siemens Energy AG |
Establishment Year | 2020 |
Headquarter | Munich, Germany |
Official Website | Click here |
Provides high-voltage transformers with advanced monitoring features for TNB’s modernization projects.
Company Name | ABB Ltd. |
Establishment Year | 1988 |
Headquarter | Zurich, Switzerland |
Official Website | Click here |
Supplies instrument and distribution transformers with smart features for MRT and renewable integration.
Company Name | Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB Engineering) |
Establishment Year | 1949 |
Headquarter | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia |
Official Website | Click here |
Malaysia’s national utility producing transformers for rural electrification and grid expansion.
Company Name | Elsewedy Electric |
Establishment Year | 1938 |
Headquarter | Cairo, Egypt |
Official Website | Click here |
Provides a wide portfolio of power and distribution transformers with a growing Southeast Asian presence.
Company Name | GE Grid Solutions |
Establishment Year | 1892 |
Headquarter | Paris, France & Atlanta, USA |
Official Website | Click here |
Offers large-capacity transformers integrated with asset performance management tools for industrial and utility needs.
According to Malaysian government data, the transformer demand in Malaysia is estimated to proliferate in the coming years with the support of government policies. Such as, the Large Scale Solar (LSS4) program, which has mandated the adoption of transformer to connect solar farms to the grid, which drives the demand for interconnection transformers. The National Grid Modernization Plan prioritizes upgrading substations and enhancing digital monitoring systems, which increases orders for smart transformers.
The Malaysia Transformer Market Share is estimated to increase in the coming years. This is owing to ongoing renewable energy projects and industrial diversification. The deployment of IoT-enabled and low-loss transformers will increase, as utility sector is increasingly investing in smart grid technology. There are some future trends estimated to boost the deployment of transformers at a double digit rate, including replacement of aging transformers with modern and energy-efficient models.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the following market segments and their leading categories.
According to Priya Ahuja, Senior Research Analyst, 6Wresearch, Shell core transformers are expected to dominate due to their strong mechanical properties and suitability for high-voltage substations. They are particularly useful in MRT power systems and large-scale industrial feeders where reliability and leakage control are critical.
Distribution transformers will dominate as Malaysia’s cities continue to grow rapidly. High-rise buildings, malls, and residential townships in Kuala Lumpur, Johor, and Penang require safe and efficient distribution systems, driving the demand for compact and low-loss distribution transformers.
Two-winding transformers will dominate the Market as they are widely used across residential, commercial, and renewable projects. Their flexibility and safety make them more suitable for Malaysia’s diverse grid compared to auto-transformers.
The Utility sector will dominate, largely driven by TNB’s modernization projects, renewable integration programs, and rural electrification schemes. At the same time, demand from Residential & Commercial applications will remain high due to the growth of real estate and metro transit networks.
Dry-type transformers will dominate in Malaysia due to their safety benefits in indoor settings like hospitals, malls, MRT stations, and airports. Their minimal maintenance requirements and resistance to fire hazards make them more suitable for urban installations.
The 11 MVA to 60 MVA segment will dominate the Market since it fits the requirements of urban substations, renewable interconnections, and commercial infrastructure. While >600 MVA transformers are required for specialized industrial zones, the mid-range ratings provide the most cost-effective solution for the bulk of Malaysia’s growing power demands.
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 Malaysia Transformer Market Overview |
3.1 Malaysia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Malaysia Transformer Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Malaysia Transformer Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Core, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Winding, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.9 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Cooling, 2021 & 2031F |
3.10 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Insulation, 2021 & 2031F |
3.11 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Phase, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Malaysia Transformer Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Malaysia Transformer Market Trends |
6 Malaysia Transformer Market, By Types |
6.1 Malaysia Transformer Market, By Core |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By Core, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.3 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By Closed, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.4 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By Shell, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.5 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By Berry, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2 Malaysia Transformer Market, By Product |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By Power transformer, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.3 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By Distribution transformer, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.4 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By Instrument transformer, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.5 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3 Malaysia Transformer Market, By Winding |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By Two-winding, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.3 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By Auto-transformer, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4 Malaysia Transformer Market, By Application |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By Residential & Commercial, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.3 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By Utility, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.4 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5 Malaysia Transformer Market, By Cooling |
6.5.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.5.2 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By Dry type, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5.3 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By Oil Immersed, 2021 - 2031F |
6.6 Malaysia Transformer Market, By Insulation |
6.6.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.6.2 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By Gas, 2021 - 2031F |
6.6.3 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By Oil, 2021 - 2031F |
6.6.4 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By Solid, 2021 - 2031F |
6.6.5 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By Air, 2021 - 2031F |
6.6.6 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021 - 2031F |
6.7 Malaysia Transformer Market, By Phase |
6.7.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.7.2 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By Single phase, 2021 - 2031F |
6.7.3 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By 3 - phase, 2021 - 2031F |
6.8 Malaysia Transformer Market, By Rating |
6.8.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.8.2 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By ? 10 MVA, 2021 - 2031F |
6.8.3 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By 11 MVA to 60 MVA, 2021 - 2031F |
6.8.4 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By > 600 MVA, 2021 - 2031F |
6.8.5 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenues & Volume, By > 600 MVA, 2021 - 2031F |
7 Malaysia Transformer Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Malaysia Transformer Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Malaysia Transformer Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Malaysia Transformer Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Malaysia Transformer Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Malaysia Transformer Market Opportunity Assessment, By Core, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Malaysia Transformer Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Malaysia Transformer Market Opportunity Assessment, By Winding, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Malaysia Transformer Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.5 Malaysia Transformer Market Opportunity Assessment, By Cooling, 2021 & 2031F |
9.6 Malaysia Transformer Market Opportunity Assessment, By Insulation, 2021 & 2031F |
9.7 Malaysia Transformer Market Opportunity Assessment, By Phase, 2021 & 2031F |
9.7 Malaysia Transformer Market Opportunity Assessment, By Rating, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Malaysia Transformer Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Malaysia Transformer Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Malaysia Transformer Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |