Electric Motor, Generator & Transformer Manufacturing in France - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2025-2029)

Electric Motor, Generator & Transformer Manufacturing in France industry analysis

The Electric Motor, Generator and Transformer Manufacturing industry has grown over the five years through 2025, driven primarily by heightened automation, innovation and the transition towards sustainable energy solutions. The integration of programmable logic controllers into factory communication networks have revolutionised manufacturing processes, driving up demand for sophisticated switchgear and electricity control apparatus. With France's Industry 4.0 plan serving as a catalyst, adopting digital and smart technologies has buoyed the industry's performance, propelling manufacturers to the forefront of innovation. Renowned manufacturers like Schneider Electric have leveraged technological advancements to enhance product efficiency and reliability, positioning themselves as leaders in smart manufacturing.

Trends and Insights

• Increasing automation in manufacturing fuels demand for electricity control apparatus. Innovations in downstream factory automation have increased demand for programmable logic controllers, which can control manufacturing processes by integrating machines and systems into internal factory communication networks.
• Rising import penetration reduces revenue generated from electricity distribution equipment. Increasing import competition has reduced revenue generated from electricity distribution equipment, particularly from foreign manufacturers in China, detracting global market share from European manufacturers.
• The industry consists mainly of SMEs. Only Siemens AG and Robert Bosch GmbH play a dominant role with a market share of over 5%, thanks to vertically integrated operations. Small producers typically specialise in a small range of products.