Chan Ye Xin Xi Wang·2025-08-15 01:28Overview - The box-type substation market is primarily driven by the demand from State Grid Corporation, which is a major user of distribution equipment in China and a leader in the construction of smart grids and new power systems. The demand for box-type substations reflects the market development situation [1][12] - The total tender volume for box-type substations from State Grid is influenced by various factors including macroeconomic environment, industrial policies, project construction arrangements, and specific product demand timing. From 2017 to 2024, the tender volume has shown fluctuations but maintains an overall growth trend, with a projected total of 14,078 units in 2024, representing a year-on-year increase of 1.85% [1][13] Market Policy - The box-type substation falls under the category of "C38 Electrical Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing" in the national economic industry classification. The development of the transmission and distribution equipment industry, including box-type substations, is crucial for the safety and efficiency of China's power system. The government has issued several supportive policies to foster the growth of this industry [7][9] Industry Chain - The upstream of the box-type substation industry includes suppliers of metals like steel and aluminum, as well as insulation materials and electrical components. The quality and stability of these raw materials are critical for product quality and production progress. The midstream consists of manufacturing enterprises responsible for design, production, assembly, and testing, while the downstream market encompasses various applications including power grids, infrastructure, electric vehicle charging stations, and renewable energy projects [10][12] Competitive Landscape - The box-type substation industry in China is characterized by a fragmented market with numerous participants. In 2024, a total of 125 companies won tenders from State Grid, with Shanghai Zhixin Electric Co., Ltd. leading with a bid amount of 23,382.65 million yuan, followed by Beijing Haocreat Electric Equipment Co., Ltd. and Ningbo Aokex Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. with bid amounts of 19,427.42 million yuan and 16,613.87 million yuan, respectively [15][17] Development Trends - The future of box-type substations will leverage technologies such as IoT, big data, and artificial intelligence to enhance monitoring, control, and protection capabilities. This will enable real-time monitoring of equipment status, fault warnings, and automatic diagnostics, while also supporting remote control and management. Additionally, there will be a focus on using more efficient transformers and energy-saving switchgear to reduce energy loss and environmental impact [29][31]