Power Transmission Cables Market

By Installation;

Overhead, Underground, and Submarine

By Voltage;

High and Medium

By Users;

Utility and Industrial

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn092316400 Published Date: August, 2025 Updated Date: September, 2025

Power Transmission Cables Market Overview

Power Transmission Cables Market (USD Million)

Power Transmission Cables Market was valued at USD 108,315.40 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 167,878.63 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6.5%.


Power Transmission Cables Market

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 6.5 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)6.5 %
Market Size (2024)USD 108,315.40 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 167,878.63 Million
Market ConcentrationMedium
Report Pages378
108,315.40
2024
167,878.63
2031

Major Players

  • General Cable Technologies Corp.
  • KEC International Ltd.
  • Southwire Co. LLC
  • Nexans
  • ABB
  • Finolex Cables
  • General Cables
  • Zhejiang Shengda Steel Tower Co. Ltd.
  • Kalpataru Power Transmission Ltd.,
  • Nexans S.A.
  • Prysmian S.p.A.
  • Shandong DingChang Tower Co. Ltd.
  • Nanjing Daji Iron Tower Manufacturing Co. Ltd.,
  • Sumitomo Electric Industries Ltd.

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Power Transmission Cables Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The Power Transmission Cables Market is gaining momentum as energy demand continues to rise across industrial, commercial, and residential applications. These cables form the backbone of electricity delivery, ensuring efficient, stable, and long-distance power transmission. With grid networks undergoing modernization, the industry is witnessing strong growth, with nearly 60% of grid upgrades focusing on cable replacement and enhancement to improve reliability and efficiency.

High-Voltage Transmission Demand
High-voltage transmission demand is a major growth driver for this market. High-voltage cables allow power to be transmitted over extended distances with minimal energy loss, making them indispensable for industrial hubs, power plants, and urban distribution networks. Nearly 45% of new installations are based on high-voltage systems, underlining their importance in large-scale electricity distribution.

Integration of Renewable Energy
The push toward renewable energy integration is also shaping the market outlook. Transmission cables are crucial in connecting solar and wind farms to central power grids, accounting for almost 38% of total demand. Submarine and underground cables are increasingly being deployed for offshore renewable projects and densely populated cities, creating new growth avenues.

Advancements in Cable Technologies
Technological advancements in insulation and conductor materials are further strengthening the industry. The adoption of XLPE-insulated and superconducting cables has enhanced safety, reduced energy loss, and extended operational life. Around 30% of investments in the sector are channeled into research and innovation, reflecting the growing focus on performance optimization and durability.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Installation
    2. Market Snapshot, By Voltage
    3. Market Snapshot, By Users
    4. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Power Transmission Cables Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Increasing demand for electricity
        2. Growing investments in renewable energy
        3. Technological advancements in transmission efficiency
        4. Infrastructure development and urbanization
        5. Focus on energy security and grid reliability
      2. Restraints
        1. Regulatory hurdles and environmental concerns
        2. Volatility of raw material prices
        3. High capital investment requirements
        4. Competition from alternative energy transmission technologies
        5. Land acquisition challenges for new transmission projects
      3. Opportunities
        1. Expansion of smart grid infrastructure
        2. Integration of digitalization and IoT in power transmission
        3. Development of high-voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission systems
        4. Increasing demand for underground and submarine cables
        5. Growth potential in emerging economies and rural electrification projects
    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Power Transmission Cables Market,By Installation, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Overhead
      2. Underground
      3. Submarine
    2. Power Transmission Cables Market, By Voltage , 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. High

      2. Medium

    3. Power Transmission Cables Market, By Users , 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Utility
      2. Industrial
    4. Power Transmission Cables Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia/New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
      5. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. General Cable Technologies Corp.
      2. KEC International Ltd.
      3. Southwire Co. LLC
      4. Nexans
      5. ABB
      6. Finolex Cables
      7. General Cables
      8. Zhejiang Shengda Steel Tower Co. Ltd.
      9. Kalpataru Power Transmission Ltd.,
      10. Nexans S.A.
      11. Prysmian S.p.A.
      12. Shandong DingChang Tower Co. Ltd.
      13. Nanjing Daji Iron Tower Manufacturing Co. Ltd.,
      14. Sumitomo Electric Industries Ltd.
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market