Motor Soft Starter Market is Expected to grow at a robust CAGR of 10.89% through 2030F
Motor Soft Starter market is growing due to rising
demand for electrical insulation, cable protection, and safety across
automotive, electronics, and energy sectors during
the forecast period 2026-2030F.
According to TechSci Research report, “Motor Soft Starter Market – Global
Industry Size, Share, Trends, Competition Forecast & Opportunities, 2020-2030F”, Global Motor Soft Starter Market was valued at USD 3.45 Billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 6.47 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 10.89% during the forecast period. The motor soft starter market is rapidly evolving with enhanced digital
intelligence and IoT compatibility, enabling predictive maintenance and remote
diagnostics. Advanced units now include features such as real time motor
current signature analysis, integrated communication protocols (Modbus,
Ethernet/IP), and cloud based monitoring. This digital convergence transforms
soft starters into intelligent nodes within broader automation networks,
reducing downtime and maintenance costs while offering real time operational
insights.
The Motor Soft Starter market is also adjudged by
competition from adjacent technologies, particularly Variable Frequency Drives
(VFDs), which offer continuous motor speed control alongside soft‑starting capabilities. In certain
applications—especially those requiring torque or speed modulation—VFDs are
perceived as a technically superior substitute.
Moreover, governmental incentive programs in countries
like China and Brazil frequently favour VFDs over Motor Soft Starters. For
instance, China’s National High‑Efficiency Motor
Promotion Program extends stronger subsidies for VFD installations in pump
systems, encouraging a 140 percent increase in hybrid soft‑starter/VFD product adoption across Southeast Asia. In
addition, the technological landscape is evolving rapidly, with smart
controllers and IoT‑enabled motor
control units offering predictive maintenance and analytics capabilities that
often surpass those of traditional soft starters.
This expansion of alternatives exerts downward pricing
pressures and pushes soft‑starter vendors
to innovate rapidly. Failing to differentiate through integration,
intelligence, or application adaptability risks market share loss to emerging
substitutes.
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Based on End-use Industry, In 2024, the
oil and gas segment emerged as the dominant end-use industry in the global
Motor Soft Starter market and is expected to maintain its leadership position
throughout the forecast period. This dominance is primarily driven by the
extensive use of large-scale motors in various operations across the oil and
gas value chain, including upstream exploration, midstream transportation, and
downstream refining and processing. The requirement for controlled motor
starting, reduced mechanical stress, and improved operational reliability in
hazardous and heavy-duty environments makes motor soft starters a critical
component in this sector. Oil and gas facilities often deal with equipment such
as compressors, pumps, blowers, and conveyors, which demand robust starting
solutions to ensure consistent performance and energy efficiency while
minimizing downtime and operational risks. Furthermore, with the growing
complexity and scale of oil and gas projects globally—especially in offshore
drilling and liquefied natural gas facilities—there is an increasing need for
advanced motor control systems that can handle high power loads and provide
smooth starting and stopping functions. Additionally, the stringent regulatory
landscape in the oil and gas industry related to equipment safety, efficiency,
and emissions has propelled the adoption of motor soft starters as a
compliance-enhancing solution. The revival of oil and gas investments in North
America, the Middle East, and parts of Asia-Pacific following energy demand recovery
and geopolitical stabilization is further supporting market growth in this
segment. Moreover, digital integration and automation trends in oil and gas
facilities are driving the use of intelligent motor soft starters with built-in
monitoring and diagnostic capabilities, which provide enhanced control and
reduce maintenance costs. Given these factors, the oil and gas segment not only
held the largest share in the global Motor Soft Starter market in 2024 but is
also expected to retain its dominant position owing to sustained investment,
critical application requirements, and ongoing modernization initiatives within
the industry.
Europe is currently the fastest-growing region in the
global Motor Soft Starter market, driven by a combination of technological
advancement, strong industrial infrastructure, and a robust regulatory
framework promoting energy efficiency and sustainability. The region is
witnessing a surge in demand for energy-efficient motor control solutions
across key industries such as water and wastewater treatment, manufacturing,
power generation, chemical and petrochemical, and marine applications. European
Union regulations such as the Ecodesign Directive and industrial efficiency
mandates are accelerating the shift toward smart motor control systems,
including motor soft starters, which reduce energy consumption and mechanical
stress on motors. Moreover, the increasing adoption of automation and Industry
4.0 practices across Europe is encouraging industrial and utility sectors to
invest in intelligent and digitally integrated motor starters that offer
diagnostics, remote monitoring, and improved control capabilities.
Countries such as Germany, France, Italy, and the
United Kingdom are at the forefront of industrial automation and are investing
heavily in modernizing aging infrastructure, including motor systems. The
transition to renewable energy sources and the modernization of energy grids
are also contributing to the demand for motor soft starters, particularly in
applications involving pumps, compressors, and fans. Additionally, the presence
of global market leaders such as Siemens AG, Schneider Electric SE, and ABB
Ltd. headquartered or heavily operating within Europe provides the region with
a competitive edge in terms of innovation, product availability, and localized
support.Furthermore, ongoing investments in electric vehicle
production facilities, energy-efficient buildings, and smart water management
systems are contributing to a rising number of applications that require
controlled motor starting and stopping, which directly boosts the demand for
motor soft starters. With a strong emphasis on sustainability, innovation, and
industrial modernization, Europe is positioned not only as a high-growth region
but also as a trendsetter in the global Motor Soft Starter market during the
forecast period.
Key market players in the Global Motor
Soft Starter market are: -
- Schneider Electric SE
- Siemens AG
- ABB Ltd.
- Eaton Corporation plc
- Rockwell Automation, Inc.
- Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
- WEG S.A.
- Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T)
- Danfoss Group
- Emerson Electric Co.
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“The Motor Soft Starter market is poised
for steady growth driven by increasing industrial automation, energy efficiency
mandates, and expanding infrastructure projects across developing and developed
regions. Rising demand for reduced mechanical stress on motors, improved power
quality, and enhanced process control will accelerate adoption in industries
such as oil and gas, water and wastewater, and manufacturing. The integration
of digital technologies, smart monitoring features, and the shift toward
Industry 4.0 will further enhance product appeal. Emerging economies,
especially in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East, will offer significant growth
opportunities due to rising investments in utilities and industrial
modernization.” said Mr. Karan Chechi, Research Director of TechSci Research, a
research-based Global management consulting firm.
“Motor Soft Starter
Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast,
Segmented By Control Type(Current Control, Voltage Control, Torque Control), By
Voltage Type (Low Voltage Soft Starters, Medium Voltage Soft Starters, High Voltage
Soft Starters), By End-Use Industry (Oil & Gas, Water & Wastewater, Power
Generation, Mining & Metals, Chemical & Petrochemical, Food &
Beverage, Cement, Pulp & Paper, Marine, Others), By Region & Competition, 2020-2030F,”
has evaluated the future growth potential of Global Motor Soft Starter Market
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Market.
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