Hitachi Energy has been acknowledged as the global leader in market share for grid automation within electric power transmission and distribution utilities, according to ARC Advisory Group, a prominent technology research and advisory organization.
This acknowledgment is part of ARC’s “Grid Automation Global Market Study 2024-29,” which was published in June 2025.
The report indicates that Hitachi Energy is the top provider of grid automation products and services on a global scale. The company also excels in significant software categories, including Grid Control & Management, Outage Management, and AI Applications, along with hardware categories such as Wireless and Wired Networks, Measurement devices, and RTUs.
”Grid automation is crucial for the operation and maintenance of the modern grid,” stated Richard Rys, director of consulting at ARC Advisory and the lead researcher for grid automation. “Our comprehensive market share analysis of suppliers in this highly competitive sector positions Hitachi Energy at the forefront.
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We believe that the company’s deep-rooted heritage in energy, extensive domain expertise, the wide range and depth of their integrated solutions, and a strong emphasis on digitalization and AI/ML capabilities will sustain their leadership in the industry.”
The report emphasizes significant growth in grid automation software, hardware, and services, fueled by a shifting generation mix, new grid-storage assets, and emerging market structures such as virtual power plants and support for demand response. Growth is especially pronounced in regions that are constructing new electric grids or upgrading existing systems in response to weather events or conflicts that disrupt electricity distribution.
Enhancing grid stability
”The grid automation market is at a pivotal moment, with rapid global electrification and the urgency of the energy transition imposing unprecedented demands on the grid. The future of the power grid relies on accelerating digital innovation and developing new capabilities,” remarked Massimo Danieli, Managing Director.
