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到 2030 年核电厂控制系统市场预测 - 按系统类型、反应器类型、技术、最终用户和地理位置进行的全球分析Nuclear Power Plant Control System Market Forecasts to 2030 - Global Analysis By System Type, By Reactor Type, Technology, End User and By Geography |
根据 Stratistics MRC 的数据,2023 年全球核电厂控制系统市场规模为 6.4807 亿美元,预计到 2030 年将达到 10.6127 亿美元,预测期内复合CAGR为 7.3%。核电厂控制系统是一个复杂的硬体和软体网络,旨在监控、调节和管理核反应器及相关过程的运作。它确保安全且有效率的运行,控制反应器功率位准,管理安全系统,并促进不同工厂子系统之间的通讯。
根据国际能源总署 (IEA) 预测,到 2050 年,全球能源需求预计将增加 26%。
电力需求不断成长
对电力需求的不断成长是核电厂控制系统市场的重要驱动力。随着全球能源消耗的增加,特别是在新兴经济体和工业化国家,对可靠和永续发电的需求日益增加。核电厂提供稳定的电力来源,温室气体排放量低。因此,对先进控制系统的需求持续稳定成长,以提高核设施的运作效率、安全性和监管合规性。
复杂的监管审批
管理核能的严格监管架构需要对控制系统的设计、实施和运作进行广泛的审批流程。遵守安全标准、环境法规和许可要求会增加专案时间表的时间和成本。此外,不断变化的监管环境和不同司法管辖区的不同要求进一步使审批流程复杂化,给核电厂控制系统市场的供应商和营运商带来了挑战。
小型模组化反应器(SMR)的开发
SMR 具有众多优势,包括较低的前期成本、增强的安全功能和可扩展性,使其对各种应用具有吸引力,包括远端位置和微电网安装。随着中小型反应器在全球范围内蓬勃发展,对先进且适应性强的控制系统的需求不断增长,以有效管理其运作并确保安全性和可靠性,从而推动核电厂控制系统市场的成长。
来自替代能源的竞争
随着人们对太阳能、风能和水力发电等再生能源的日益关注,核能在成本竞争力、公众认知和环境问题方面面临挑战。政府和公用事业公司越来越多地投资再生能源技术,减少对核电的依赖。这种能源格局的变化可能会导致核电厂控制系统的需求减少,并影响市场的成长潜力。
COVID-19 大流行扰乱了供应链、推迟了专案并影响了劳动力可用性,从而影响了核电站控制系统市场。旅行限制和安全协议阻碍了维护和升级活动,导致营运挑战。此外,经济不确定性和能源需求减少也减缓了新核子项目的投资。儘管遇到这些挫折,市场仍表现出韧性,并不断努力适应不断变化的局势,确保核电厂安全可靠运作。
轻水反应器(LWR)部分预计将在预测期内成为最大的部分
预计轻水反应器(LWR)部分将在预测期内主导核电厂控制系统市场。轻水器是全球最常见的核反应器类型,以其可靠性、安全性和成熟的技术而闻名。因此,与其他反应器类型相比,轻水器的安装基础更大,从而推动了针对其特定要求定制控制系统的需求。此外,持续的升级和现代化措施进一步促进了该细分市场的成长。
网路安全系统领域预计在预测期内复合CAGR最高
预计在预测期内,核电厂控制系统市场的网路安全系统部分将显着成长。这种增长可归因于对网路威胁的日益担忧以及保护核电厂免受网路攻击的迫切需求。随着核设施中数位技术和互联繫统的不断采用,对强大的网路安全解决方案的需求不断增长,以降低风险并确保这些工厂的安全运作。
由于多种因素,北美地区占据了最大的市场份额,占据了核电厂控制系统市场的主导地位。其中包括该地区大量正在运行的核电厂、旨在提高安全性和效率的持续现代化和升级倡议,以及推动控制系统升级投资的严格监管框架。此外,成熟市场参与者的存在和技术进步进一步巩固了北美在核电厂控制系统市场的领导地位。
由于新兴经济体对电力需求的增加、核电基础设施投资的增加以及政府减少对化石燃料依赖的倡议,亚太地区核电厂控制系统市场将出现利润丰厚的扩张。此外,该地区致力于透过现代控制系统提高核安全和效率,这有助于挖掘市场潜力。这种有利的环境为亚太地区带来了巨大的成长机会。
2024 年 1 月,GE Vernova 的核能业务 GE 日立核能公司 (GEH) 确认已获得英国能源安全与净零排放部 (DESNZ) 授予的 3,360 万英镑英国未来核支持基金 (FNEF) 补助金。英国政府的目标是到 2050 年实现 24 吉瓦核电装置容量,以帮助确保英国的能源安全并实现净零排放。
2023 年 7 月,专门从事能源管理解决方案和核子控制系统的 Eviden 子公司 Worldgrid 和施耐德电气将为 EDF 计画建造的六座核电厂 (EPR2) 提供 1 级标准控制系统。 Worldgrid 和施耐德电机正在准备为两个核电机组设计、鑑定和建造未来的 1 级标准控制系统。
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Nuclear Power Plant Control System Market is accounted for $648.07 million in 2023 and is expected to reach $1061.27 million by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 7.3% during the forecast period. A nuclear power plant control system is a complex network of hardware and software designed to monitor, regulate, and manage the operation of nuclear reactors and associated processes. It ensures safe and efficient operation, controls reactor power levels, manages safety systems, and facilitates communication between different plant subsystems.
According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), global energy needs are expected to rise by 26% by 2050.
Growing demand for electricity
The growing demand for electricity serves as a significant driver in the nuclear power plant control system market. As global energy consumption rises, particularly in emerging economies and industrialized nations, there is an increasing need for reliable and sustainable power generation. Nuclear power plants offer a stable source of electricity with low greenhouse gas emissions. Consequently, the demand for advanced control systems to enhance operational efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance in nuclear facilities continues to grow steadily.
Complex regulatory approvals
The stringent regulatory frameworks governing nuclear energy necessitate extensive approval processes for the design, implementation, and operation of control systems. Compliance with safety standards, environmental regulations, and licensing requirements adds time and costs to project timelines. Additionally, evolving regulatory landscapes and varying requirements across jurisdictions further complicate the approval process, posing challenges for vendors and operators in the nuclear power plant control system market.
Development of small modular reactors (SMRs)
SMRs offer numerous advantages, including lower upfront costs, enhanced safety features, and scalability, making them attractive for various applications, including remote locations and microgrid installations. As SMRs gain momentum worldwide, there is a growing need for advanced and adaptable control systems to efficiently manage their operation and ensure safety and reliability, thereby driving growth in the nuclear power plant control system market.
Competition from alternative energy sources
With an increasing focus on renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydroelectric power, nuclear energy faces challenges in terms of cost competitiveness, public perception, and environmental concerns. Governments and utilities are increasingly investing in renewable energy technologies, reducing their reliance on nuclear power. This shifting energy landscape could lead to decreased demand for nuclear power plant control systems and impact the market's growth potential.
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the nuclear power plant control system market by disrupting supply chains, delaying projects, and impacting workforce availability. Travel restrictions and safety protocols have hindered maintenance and upgrade activities, leading to operational challenges. Additionally, economic uncertainties and reduced energy demand have slowed investments in new nuclear projects. Despite these setbacks, the market has shown resilience, with ongoing efforts to adapt to the changing landscape and ensure the safe and reliable operation of nuclear power plants.
The light water reactors (LWRs) segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
The light water reactors (LWRs) segment is projected to dominate the nuclear power plant control system market during the forecast period. LWRs are the most common type of nuclear reactors globally, known for their reliability, safety, and established technology. As a result, there is a larger installed base of LWRs compared to other reactor types, driving demand for control systems tailored to their specific requirements. Additionally, ongoing upgrades and modernization initiatives further contribute to the growth of this segment.
The cybersecurity systems segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
The cybersecurity systems segment is anticipated to experience a significant growth rate in the nuclear power plant control system market during the forecast period. This growth can be attributed to increasing concerns regarding cyber threats and the critical need to safeguard nuclear power plants against cyberattacks. With the rising adoption of digital technologies and interconnected systems in nuclear facilities, there is a growing demand for robust cybersecurity solutions to mitigate risks and ensure the secure operation of these plants.
The North American region is positioned to dominate the nuclear power plant control system market by capturing the largest market share due to several factors. These include the significant number of operational nuclear power plants in the region, ongoing modernization and upgrade initiatives to enhance safety and efficiency, and stringent regulatory frameworks driving investments in control system upgrades. Additionally, the presence of established market players and technological advancements further bolster North America's leadership in the nuclear power plant control system market.
Asia Pacific is poised to witness lucrative expansion in the nuclear power plant control system market due to increasing demand for electricity in emerging economies, growing investments in nuclear power infrastructure, and government initiatives to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Moreover, the region's focus on enhancing nuclear safety and efficiency through modern control systems contributes to the market's potential. This favorable environment positions Asia Pacific for significant growth opportunities.
Key players in the market
Some of the key players in Nuclear Power Plant Control System Market include ABB Ltd, Areva S.A., BAE Systems plc, China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC), Doosan Enerbility Co., Ltd., Emerson Electric Co., General Electric, Hitachi, Ltd., Honeywell International Inc., L&T Electrical & Automation, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Rockwell Automation, Inc., Schneider Electric SE, Siemens AG, Toshiba Corporation, Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, Wood Group plc and Yokogawa Electric Corporation.
In January 2024, GE Vernova's nuclear business, GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GEH), welcomed confirmation it has been awarded a £33.6 million UK Future Nuclear Enabling Fund (FNEF) grant from the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero (DESNZ). The UK Government has ambitions for 24 GW of nuclear by 2050 to help in providing energy security for the UK and for meeting net zero.
In July 2023, Worldgrid, an affiliate of Eviden specialised in energy management solutions and nuclear control systems, and Schneider Electric will supply the Level 1 standard control systems for EDF's six planned nuclear power plants (EPR2). Worldgrid and Schneider Electric are preparing work to design, qualify and build the future Level 1 standard control systems for the two nuclear units.
Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.