Smart grid implementation coupled with lower transmission and distribution losses to spur smart meters market in Saudi Arabia

1. M a r k e t . I n t e l l i g e n c e . E x p e r t s
Saudi Arabia Electric Smart Meters Market
Forecast & Opportunities, 2019

2. I n d u s t r y B r i e f
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Smart meter forms an integral part of smart grids, and help in monitoring the electricity supply even from distance by using
wireless technologies. By using smart meters, power thefts and power losses can easily be monitored and controlled. Smart
meters reduce meter reading costs and errors, provide detailed insights of energy usage, support flexible tariffs and
promotes intelligent load management. Smart meters offers two way communication, wherein, users have an option to
transfer back the power to smart grids, in case of energy produced at their end, for instance, through solar power panels,
etc., Additionally, smart meters enable suppliers to identify real-time energy consumption pattern for all the users, enabling
suppliers in getting a clear picture of demand and supply. Consequently, power producing companies have opportunity to
plan accordingly for upcoming power projects, considering the increasing power demand rate.
According to “Saudi Arabia Electric Smart Meters Market Forecast & Opportunities, 2019”, the market is projected to
grow at a CAGR of around 10.12% during 2014-19 in revenue terms. Smart grid installation in the country was initiated by
Saudi Electric Company in 2010, by installing around 50,000 meters in a pilot project. The country plans to replace
traditional meters with smart meters across all segments. In 2012, the country had more than 6.5 million subscribers, which
are expected to increase over the next five years, where majority of subscribers were from the residential sector, which
accounted for approximately 5 million users. In addition, the Saudi Arabian government plans to install smart meters across
the country in four major phases. In first phase, industrial and construction segment was targeted until 2013, followed by
commercial and government sectors until 2015, and residential sector is to be covered in two subsequent phases by 2021.
“Saudi Arabia Electric Smart Meters Market Forecast & Opportunities, 2019” discusses the following aspects of
electric smart meters market in Saudi Arabia:
Saudi Arabia Electric Smart Meters Market Size, Share & Forecast.
Policy & Regulatory Landscape
Changing Market Trends & Emerging Opportunities
Competitive Landscape & Strategic Recommendations

3. Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s
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1. Analyst Briefing
2. Saudi Arabia Electricity Market Overview
3. Global Electric Smart Meters Market Overview
3.1 Market Size & Forecast
3.1.1 By Value
3.1.2 By Volume
4. Saudi Arabia Electric Smart Meters Market Outlook
4.1 Market Size & Forecast
4.1.1 By Value
4.1.2 By Volume
4.2 Market Share & Forecast
4.2.1 By End User Application
4.2.2 By Region
4.2.3 By Communication Technology
5. Policy & Regulatory Landscape
6. Saudi Arabia Electric Smart Meters Market Dynamics
6.1 Drivers
6.2 Challenges
7. Saudi Arabia Electric Smart Meters Market Trends & Developments
7.1 Smart Grid Gaining Momentum
7.2 Advanced Metering Infrastructure

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7.3 Increasing Energy Efficiency & Decreasing Carbon Emission
7.4 Rationalizing Growth of Electrical Loads
7.5 Renewable Planning and Smart Grid Together
8. Saudi Arabia Economic Profile
9. Competitive Landscape
9.1 Advanced Electronics Company limited
9.2 Kamstrup A/S
9.3 Enel S.p.A
9.4 Elster Solutions LLC
9.5 Itron Inc.
9.6 Landis+Gyr AG
9.7 Elsewedy Cables KSA
10. Strategic Recommendations
11. About Us & Disclaimer

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L i s t o f F i g u r e s
Figure 1: Saudi Arabia Power Generation Share, By Source, By Volume, 2012
Figure 2: Saudi Arabia Number of Electricity Subscribers, 2012 (Million)
Figure 3: Saudi Arabia Transmission & Distribution Losses, 2009-2019F
Figure 4: Saudi Arabia Peak Demand Forecast, 2009-2032F (Giga Watt)
Figure 5: Global Electric Smart Meters Market Size, By Value, 2010-2019F (USD Billion)
Figure 6: Global Electric Smart Meters Market Size, By Volume, 2010-2019F (Million Units)
Figure 7: Saudi Arabia, Traditional Grid vs. Smart Grid
Figure 8: Saudi Arabia, Objective of Smart Grid & Electric Smart Meters Strategy
Figure 9: Saudi Arabia Electricity Subscribers, 2011
Figure 10: Saudi Arabia Electric Smart Meters Market Size, By Value, 2010-2019F (USD Million)
Figure 11: Saudi Arabia Electric Smart Meters Market Size, By Volume, 2010-2019F (Thousand Units)
Figure 12: Saudi Arabia Electric Smart Meters Market Share, By Volume, By End User Application, 2013E
Figure 13: Saudi Arabia Electric Smart Meters Market Share, By Volume, By End User Application, 2019F
Figure 14: Saudi Arabia Electric Smart Meters Market Share, By Volume, By Region, 2013E & 2019F

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Figure 15: Saudi Arabia Electricity Demand Analysis, By Region, By Sector, 2012
Figure 16: Saudi Arabia Electric Smart Meters Market Share, By Volume, By Communication Technology, 2013E-2019F
Figure 17: Saudi Arabia Benefits of Smart Grid
Figure 18: Saudi Arabia Advanced Metering Infrastructure

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L i s t o f Ta b l e s
Table 1: Saudi Arabia Electricity Regulatory Bodies
Table 2: Saudi Arabia Key Indicators of Electricity Sector under Ninth Development Plan, 2010-2014F
Table 3: Saudi Arabia Power Generation, By Technology, By Region, 2012 (MW)
Table 4: Saudi Electric Company Network Load Forecast, 2012-2021F (MW)
Table 5: Comparison of Traditional Meter with Smart Meter
Table 6: Advantage and Disadvantages of Modes of Communication for Smart Meters

8. R e s e a r c h M e t h o d o l o g y
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Baseline Methodology :
For the study, TechSci Research have gathered information through primary and secondary research surveys
followed by counter validating the information from various smart meter manufacturers, distributors and consulting
firms. Our team of analysts have then prudently evaluated all the collected information and personated them in
chronological order to depict a meaningful and clear picture of smart meters market in Saudi Arabia.
While compiling the data we have also cross checked all the collected information from multiple sources and data
warehouses, so that we can present the most accurate and precise information of the concerned industry.
Sources :
ECRA (Electricity and Co-generation Regulatory Authority), Ministry of Water & Electricity, Factiva, and Company
Corporate Profiles & Presentations.
Challenges Encountered :
Team encountered major challenge in extracting information from various suppliers and companies, supplying smart
meters in Saudi Arabia. Extracting information from various distributors and suppliers was the biggest challenge that
our team witnessed.

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Figure 5: Global Electric Smart Meters Market Size, By
Value, 2010-2019F (USD Billion)
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Figure 6: Global Electric Smart Meters Market Size,
By Volume, 2010-2019F (Million Units)
Industrial
50%
Commercial
50%
Figure 12: Saudi Arabia Electric Smart Meters Market
Share, By Volume, By End User Application, 2013E
Central Region
2013E 2019F
X% X%
Eastern Region
2013E 2019F
X% X%
Southern Region
2013E 2019F
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Western Region
2013E 2019F
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Figure 14: Saudi Arabia Electric Smart Meters Market Share, By Volume, By Region,
2013E & 2019F
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Figure 11: Saudi Arabia Electric Smart Meters Market Size, By
Volume, 2010-2019F (Thousand Units)
PLCC (Power Line
Carrier
Communication)
33%
GPRS/ 3G
33%
Others (Wi-Fi, Radio
Frequency, Lan Optical
Fibre )
34%2013E
PLCC (Power Line
Carrier
Communication)
33%
GPRS/ 3G
33%
Others (Wi-fi, Radio
Frequency, Lan
Optical Fibre )
34%
2019F
Figure 16: Saudi Arabia Electric Smart Meters Market Share, By Volume, By
Communication Technology, 2013E-2019F

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