However, the Next-Generation Power Semiconductors market is characterized by some significant trends which are defining its current appearance. A noteworthy evolution is the rise of wide-bandgap semiconductors. Semiconductors like SiC and GaN offer advantages over classic silicone based semiconductors with higher efficiency, faster switching speeds, lower power loss. The demand for wide-bandgap semiconductors is growing worldwide as industries require more energy efficient solutions, which represents a strong trend in the Next-Generation Power Semiconductors market.
Another significant trend is automotive electrification. Due to the increase in demand for electric vehicles (EVs), automotive industry is one of many driven factors as regards market Next-Generation Power Semiconductors. Power semiconductors are a significant element of the EV powertrain that affects many factors such as range, rate of charging and overall vehicle performance. As automotive manufacturers continue to move towards electrification, the market is experiencing high demand for power semiconductors designed specifically for electric vehicle applications.
The combination of AI and IoT is another important trend that impacts the Next-Generation Power Semiconductors market. With smart devices and connected systems everywhere, the need for power semiconductors that can support AI algorithms as well as IoT functionalities is increasing. This progress does not only limit to conventional applications but also grows the others like industrial automation, health care and smart infrastructure that leads innovation in power semiconductor technologies.
Another trend is the reduction of efforts in regard to miniaturization and power density. The need for smaller and more compact electronic devices translates into a desire to have power semiconductors which offer higher density without sacrificing efficiency. This trend is best seen in the field of consumer electronics which involves sleek yet portable devices and demands miniaturized power semiconductor solutions.
The market also has a trend towards advanced thermal management solutions. Increased heat created by power semiconductors working at higher levels of the strength and temperature control is vital for ensuring efficient performance.
Influencing the Next-Generation Power Semiconductors market is one of environmental sustainability’s growing issues. Companies also pay great attention to the development of environmentally friendly semiconductor materials and manufacturing methods. The move towards green technologies and a lower carbon footprint is forcing the industry to adopt sustainable practices, influencing the entire life cycle of next-generation power semiconductors.
Additionally, the rise in cybersecurity focus is influencing market. As power semiconductors become integral components of connected systems, ensuring the security of these devices is crucial. Cybersecurity features are being integrated into power semiconductor designs to protect against potential threats, especially in critical applications such as smart grids, industrial control systems, and automotive electronics.
Next-Generation Power Semiconductors Market Size was valued at USD 1.15 Billion in 2023. The next-generation power semiconductors market industry is projected to grow from USD 1.20 Billion in 2024 to USD 1.735 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.61% during the forecast period (2024 – 2032). Power semiconductor devices are becoming more and more necessary as energy conservation and power consumption are becoming increasingly popular. The market is driven by market drivers including decreased losses, improved controllability, higher robustness, and reliable behavior under normal and fault conditions.
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The market for next-generation power semiconductors is anticipated to develop due to the increasing use of electric vehicles. An electric car is a vehicle with an electric motor powered by a battery that can be charged externally. High-efficiency power transistors and integrated circuits are made with gallium nitride power semiconductors for usage in electric vehicles. SiC power semiconductors have several benefits over silicon, including a band gap three times larger and a breakdown electric field ten times stronger. For instance, the Energy Information Administration (EIA), a US-based government agency charged with gathering, analyzing, and disseminating energy information, reported in October 2021 that there were 1.31 billion light-duty vehicles (LDVs) in use worldwide in 2020 and that it is anticipated that there will be 2.21 billion LDVs by 2050. Similarly, it is anticipated that the number of electric cars (EVs), or any LDV with a charging port, will increase from 0.7% of the worldwide LDV fleet in 2020 to 31% in 2050, or 672 million vehicles. As a result, the market CAGR for next-generation power semiconductors is driven by the increasing use of electric vehicles.
In the next-generation power semiconductor market, technological improvements are a prominent trend that is becoming more popular. To survive in the market, the major players are putting their efforts into creating cutting-edge technology solutions. For instance, Infineon Technologies, a German semiconductor manufacturer, revealed its expanded CoolSiC portfolio in May 2022. It is a cutting-edge silicon carbide (SiC) chip with high-voltage solutions that will form the foundation for next-generation. The brand-new 2 kV CoolSiC technology offers low drain-source resistance. The method provides a ten times lower FIT rate from cosmic rays and allows for an acceptable over-voltage tolerance compared to 1700 V SiC MOSFETs. The devices' broad functional gate voltage range makes them easy to employ.
Numerous businesses and market participants are forming strategic alliances and acquisitions. This collaboration significantly boosts the development of the next-generation power semiconductor market. This cooperation is the product of the partnership, and it turns into a low-cost method for new competitors to acquire access to technology and the market. In a joint venture, two or more companies combine their skills and resources to accomplish a certain objective. The expansion of the next-generation power semiconductor market is influenced favorably by the cooperation of numerous organisations. Thus, driving the next-generation power semiconductors market revenue.
The next-generation power semiconductors market segmentation, based on device includes SiC discrete devices, MOSFET, diode, module and SiC bare die devices. The SiC discrete devices segment dominated the market. These devices have several advantages over conventional silicon-based power devices, including a larger breakdown voltage, lower on-resistance, faster switching speeds, and superior thermal conductivity. SiC discrete devices are widely used for high-power, high-efficiency, and high-temperature functioning applications.
The next-generation power semiconductors market segmentation, based on size, includes 2-inch, 4-inch and 6-inch. The 6-inch category generated the most income. Wafers are tiny, circular slices of silicon-based semiconductor material that produce semiconductors. The diameter of the wafer is what is meant by its size, and in the past, a popular wafer size was 6 inches (or 150 mm).
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The next-generation power semiconductors market segmentation, based on application, includes RF Devices & cellular base stations, power supply & inverter, power grids, EV motors, industrial motor drives, railway traction and others. The EV motors category generated the most income. The motors in electric vehicles rely heavily on next-generation power semiconductors. They are employed in onboard chargers, DC-DC converters, battery management, and motor control systems. By enabling quicker charging, greater power density, and better thermal control, these semiconductors increase EVs' efficiency and performance.
The next-generation power semiconductors market segmentation, based on end-user, includes telecommunication, energy & power, automotive, industrial, electronics and others. The automotive category generated the most income. The largest end market for next-generation power semiconductors is the automotive industry. Power semiconductors are utilized in motor control systems, onboard chargers, battery management systems, and power electronics with the rise of electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid vehicles for efficient energy conversion, greater performance, and increased driving range.
By region, the study provides the market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of the World. The North American next-generation power semiconductors market area will dominate this market. The market is fueled by advancements in the automotive and aerospace industries and the GaN reliability enhancement and technology transfer (GREAT2) industry. The military, offshore oil and gas development, and emergency medical service providers all have increasing needs for semiconductor devices, another factor driving regional market expansion.
Further, the major countries studied in the market report are The US, Canada, German, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil.
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Europe next-generation power semiconductors market accounts for the second-largest market share with expanding end-user industries, including the automotive and consumer electronics sectors. The growing use of gallium nitride semiconductor devices in several advanced industries, including defense & aerospace, information & communication technology, and healthcare, further helps boost the region's share of the next-generation power semiconductor market. Further, the German next-generation power semiconductors market held the largest market share, and the UK next-generation power semiconductors market was the fastest growing market in the European region
The Asia-Pacific Next-generation power semiconductors Market is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2023 to 2032. Consumer electronics and vehicles are being produced and exported more from China, Japan, and India due to the government of China's substantial investment. The official announcement of a 15% lithium import subsidy by the Indian government in March 2019 shows how simple it is to produce electric vehicles. The heavy industries department also approved a plan to manufacture and adopt hybrid and electric vehicles more quickly. The use of power semiconductors in automobiles is driving the Asia Pacific market. Moreover, China’s next-generation power semiconductors market held the largest market share, and the Indian next-generation power semiconductors market was the fastest growing market in the Asia-Pacific region.
Leading market players are investing heavily in research and development in order to expand their product lines, which will help the next-generation power semiconductors market, grow even more. Market participants are also undertaking a variety of strategic activities to expand their footprint, with important market developments including new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, higher investments, and collaboration with other organizations. To expand and survive in a more competitive and rising market climate, next-generation power semiconductors industry must offer cost-effective items.
Manufacturing locally to minimize operational costs is one of the key business tactics used by manufacturers in the next-generation power semiconductors industry to benefit clients and increase the market sector. In recent years, the next-generation power semiconductors industry has offered some of the most significant advantages to market. Major players in the next-generation power semiconductors market attempting to increase market demand by investing in research and development operations include Infineon Technologies (Germany), STMicroelectronics (Switzerland), Mitsubishi Motors (Japan), Toshiba (Japan), Fairchild (U.S.), NXP Semiconductors (Netherlands), Fuji Electric (Japan), Semikron (U.S.), Vishay Intertechnology (U.S.), and Renesas Electronics (Japan).
NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NXP) is a Dutch semiconductor designer and manufacturer with its corporate headquarters in Eindhoven, the Netherlands. More than 30 nations are home to the company's 31,000-person workforce. The company that makes and sells semiconductors is NXP Semiconductors Netherlands B.V. The company sells a variety of goods, including RF, sensors, wireless connection, media and audio, analog, identity and security, microcontrollers, automotive networks, processors, and microcontroller-based solutions. Customers are served globally by NXP Semiconductors Netherlands.
Fuji Electric Co Ltd. produces electrical goods. Its commercial operations include producing thermal, geothermal, and hydraulic power as well as nuclear power-related machinery, solar power generation systems, energy management systems, watt-hour meters, and information systems. Additionally, the company provides transmission and distribution equipment, heating, and induction furnace equipment, factory energy management systems, industrial power supply equipment, industrial drive systems, data centers, plant control systems, measurement systems, clean room facilities, and radiation monitoring systems.
Infineon Technologies (Germany)
STMicroelectronics (Switzerland)
Mitsubishi Motors (Japan)
Toshiba (Japan)
Fairchild (U.S.)
NXP Semiconductors (Netherlands)
Fuji Electric (Japan)
Semikron (U.S.)
Vishay Intertechnology (U.S.)
Renesas Electronics (Japan)
September 2022: IIT Madras Research Park and Mitsubishi Electric India Next-Generation Power Semiconductors have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on developing sustainable technologies. Through this agreement, Mitsubishi Electric, a pioneer in semiconductor technology, hopes to promote technological advancement in India. The company advances its electrical and electronic goods and solutions appropriate for various production needs.
SiC Discrete Devices
MOSFET
Diode
Module
SiC Bare Die Devices
2-inch
4-inch
6-inch
RF Devices & Cellular Base Stations
Power Supply & Inverter
Power Grids
EV Motors
Industrial Motor Drives
Railway Traction
Others
Telecommunication
Energy & Power
Automotive
Industrial
Electronics
Others
North America
US
Canada
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Spain
Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
India
Australia
South Korea
Australia
Rest of Asia-Pacific
Rest of the World
Middle East
Africa
Latin America
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