Egypt Diesel Generator Market

Egypt Diesel Generator Market, By Power Rating (Less Than 75 kVA, 75–375 kVA, More Than 375 kVA); By Application (Standby Backup Power, Prime Power & Continuous Power, Peak Shaving); By Mobility (Stationary, Portable); By End User (Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Transportation, Public Infrastructure), Trend Analysis, Competitive Landscape & Forecast, 2019–2031
- Published Date: January 2025
- Report ID: BWC25075
- Available Format: PDF
- Page: 120
Report Overview
An increasingly high demand for electricity driven by infrastructure development projects is expected to drive Egypt Diesel Generator Market during the forecast period between 2025 and 2031.
Egypt Diesel Generator Market – Industry Trends & Forecast Report, 2031
Egypt Diesel Generator Market size was estimated at USD 128 million in 2024. During the forecast period between 2025 and 2031, Egypt Diesel Generator Market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 9.9% reaching a value of USD 247.5 million by 2031. Prominent drivers of the market include the rising demand from the agricultural sector, infrastructure investments, and the expansion of fish farming. Farmers rely on diesel generators for irrigation, particularly in areas far from the Nile River. Additionally, the government's investment in residential, commercial, and industrial construction reached approximately USD 24.42 billion in 2022, with major projects such as overpasses, railway electrification, metro expansions, and express train stations further driving generator demand. The aquaculture sector also fuels market growth, as standby diesel generators ensure a continuous power supply for water pumps, safeguarding fish farms. Moreover, collaborations among diesel engine dealers, distributors, and generator assemblers are expanding to meet rising demand across industrial, residential, and commercial sectors. With ongoing government investments in infrastructure, the demand for diesel generators is expected to rise, addressing both emergency power outages and primary energy needs.
Diesel Generator – Overview
A diesel generator (DG) is a device that uses a diesel engine to generate electrical power. It operates by converting the chemical energy in diesel fuel into mechanical energy through combustion, which is then used to drive an alternator or generator to produce electricity. Diesel generators are commonly used as backup power sources for homes, businesses, and industrial applications where a reliable supply of electricity is critical, especially in areas with unreliable or no access to the electrical grid. They are known for their fuel efficiency, durability, and ability to provide power in both remote and urban locations.
Egypt Diesel Generator Market
Growth Drivers
Growing Government Push for Petrochemical Industry Development
The Egyptian government's commitment to industrial expansion and economic diversification under Egypt Vision 2030 is driving the demand for diesel generators. Large-scale projects such as the Industrial City in Atfih, El-Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant, and Hamrawein and Suez Coal-Fired Power Plants are significantly increasing energy requirements, fueling market growth. Additionally, initiatives like the Industry and Trade Development Strategy, ICT Strategy 2030, and New Customs Law 2020 are strengthening key sectors, including manufacturing, healthcare, ICT, and telecommunications, further boosting the need for reliable power backup solutions. The oil and gas sector remains a key driver, with foreign direct investment (FDI) surging from USD 9 billion in FY 2014-2015 to USD 47.8 billion in FY 2019-2020, as per the International Trade Administration (ITA). Egypt has also committed USD 38 billion to developing its petrochemicals sector over the next four years, increasing energy demand in refineries and processing plants. Additionally, investments in local manufacturing aim to enhance industrial competitiveness, further raising the need for diesel generators to support continuous operations and mitigate power disruptions. As the government accelerates industrialization and infrastructure projects, the Egypt Diesel Generator Market is poised for substantial growth, driven by the expanding petrochemical, oil & gas, and manufacturing industries.
Challenges
Availability of Natural Gas Generators
Environmental concerns surrounding diesel generators, particularly their emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO₂), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and carbon dioxide (CO₂), are negatively impacting their demand in Egypt. The growing preference for eco-friendly alternatives such as natural gas and bi-fuel generators is gaining traction, especially as the Egyptian government aims to achieve a 42% renewable energy share in its electricity mix by 2035. LNG solutions offer significant reductions in CO₂ (20%), NOx (90%), particulate matter (97%), and sulfur oxides (SOx) (100%), which are expected to limit the growth of diesel generator sales. However, the expansion of Egypt's petrochemical sector presents a major growth opportunity for the diesel generator market. Egypt’s crude oil reserves and robust manufacturing infrastructure are attracting investments from companies like Tahir Petrochemicals and Red Sea Refining & Petrochemical Co., driving demand for diesel generators. The hydrocarbon industry’s need for a continuous power supply to operate distillation equipment and minimize machine downtime costs further strengthens this demand. Additionally, the government’s substantial investments in petrochemical capacity expansion are set to boost GDP growth, creating significant revenue opportunities for the companies in diesel generator market.
Impact of Escalating Geopolitical Tensions on Egypt Diesel Generator Market
Escalating geopolitical tensions could significantly impact Egypt Diesel Generator Market by disrupting supply chains and increasing fuel prices. Instability in the region can lead to reduced access to essential components for diesel generators, causing delays in production and maintenance. Additionally, rising fuel costs can make diesel power generation more expensive, pushing industries to consider more cost-effective alternatives like natural gas or bi-fuel generators. These factors may hinder market growth in the short term, as businesses seek to mitigate the impact of geopolitical instability by transitioning to cleaner, more reliable energy sources.
Egypt Diesel Generator Market
Segmental Coverage
Egypt Diesel Generator Market – By Power Rating
Based on power rating, Egypt Diesel Generator Market is divided into Less Than 75 kVA, Between 75 and 375 kVA, and More Than 375 kVA segments.
Egypt Diesel Generator Market – By Application
By application, Egypt Diesel Generator Market is divided into Standby Backup Power, Prime Power & Continuous Power, and Peak Shaving segments. The standby backup power segment holds the highest share in Egypt Diesel Generator Market by application. The growth is driven by the rapid construction of both residential and commercial buildings in Egypt. Standby diesel generators are in high demand for backup power in corporate offices, retail malls, premium hotels, and other establishments. In residential areas, they are commonly used to support elevators and escalators in high-rise buildings, ensuring continuous operation during power outages. Additionally, Egypt's flourishing tourism industry has increased the need for reliable backup power in hotels, further boosting the demand for standby diesel generators in the market.
Egypt Diesel Generator Market – By Mobility
On the basis of mobility, Egypt Diesel Generator Market is bifurcated into Stationary and Portable segments. The stationary segment holds a higher share in Egypt Diesel Generator Market by mobility. Stationary diesel generators serve as backup power sources for both residential and commercial sectors in case of power outages. These generators are permanently installed, making them a common choice for large industries and commercial and residential applications. The increasing demand for continuous power in manufacturing and other industries has fueled the global need for diesel generators. Additionally, the expansion of oil, gas, and mining operations in regions such as Asia-Pacific, LAMEA, and Europe is expected to further drive market growth. The industrial sector, which includes manufacturing, mining, agriculture, and construction, is the largest consumer of stationary diesel generators, contributing significantly to market expansion. These generators are also gaining popularity in residential areas like large housing complexes and apartments. Collectively, these factors are anticipated to boost the growth of the Middle East & Africa Stationary Diesel Generator Market.
Egypt Diesel Generator Market – By End User
Based on end user, Egypt Diesel Generator Market is divided into Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Transportation, and Public Infrastructure segments. The residential segment holds the highest share in Egypt Diesel Generator Market by end user. It is primarily driven by the government's efforts to develop affordable housing for middle-income families, which has led to a surge in residential construction. Consequently, the demand for standby and prime diesel generators to power construction sites during outages has increased. Additionally, the growing affluence of Egypt's upper class, leading to a rise in luxury housing developments such as apartments, villas, and bungalows, has further contributed to the market's growth. The construction of high-end residential projects in cities like Cairo, Alexandria, and Giza has driven the demand for generators to support construction equipment and provide backup power.
Competitive Landscape
Major players operating in Egypt Diesel Generator Market include Cummins, MTU Onsite Energy Corporation, Generac Holdings Inc., Caterpillar Inc., FG Wilson, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd, Teksan Generator Power Industries and Trade Co Inc, Rolls-Royce Solutions Middle East FZE, Yanmar Holdings Co Lts, Aksa Power Generation FZE, Atlas Copco Equipment Egypt, Kohler-SDMO, Himoinsa Middle East FZE, and Kirloskar DMCC. To further enhance their market share, these companies employ various strategies, including mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, joint ventures, license agreements, and new product launches.
Scope of the Report
Attributes |
Details |
Years Considered |
Historical Data – 2019–2031 |
Base Year – 2024 |
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Estimated Year – 2025 |
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Forecast Period – 2025–2031 |
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Facts Covered |
Revenue in USD Million |
Market Coverage |
Egypt |
Product/ Service Segmentation |
Power Rating, Application, Mobility, End User |
Key Players |
Cummins, MTU Onsite Energy Corporation, Generac Holdings Inc., Caterpillar Inc., FG Wilson, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd, Teksan Generator Power Industries and Trade Co Inc, Rolls-Royce Solutions Middle East FZE, Yanmar Holdings Co Lts, Aksa Power Generation FZE, Atlas Copco Equipment Egypt, Kohler-SDMO, Himoinsa Middle East FZE, Kirloskar DMCC |
By Power Rating
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Less Than 75 kVA
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75–375 kVA
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More Than 375 kVA
By Application
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Standby Backup Power
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Prime Power & Continuous Power
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Peak Shaving
By Mobility
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Stationary
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Portable
By End User
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Residential
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Commercial
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Industrial
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Transportation
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Public Infrastructure
- Research Framework
- Research Objective
- Product Overview
- Market Segmentation
- Executive Summary
- Egypt Diesel Generator Market Insights
- Industry Value Chain Analysis
- DROC Analysis
- Growth Drivers
- Rising Power Demand
- Infrastructure Development
- Restraints
- Availability of Natural Gas Generators
- Stringent Emission Norms
- Opportunities
- Growing Government Push for Petrochemical Industry Development
- Increasing Demand for Hybrid Diesel Generators
- Challenges
- Economic and Political Instability
- Competition from Alternative Power Solutions
- Growth Drivers
- Technological Advancements/Recent Developments
- Regulatory Framework
- Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
- Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- Bargaining Power of Buyers
- Threat of New Entrants
- Threat of Substitutes
- Intensity of Rivalry
- Egypt Diesel Generator Market: Marketing Strategies
- Egypt Diesel Generator Market Overview
- Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2031
- By Value (USD Million)
- Market Share and Forecast
- By Power Rating
- Less Than 75 kVA
- Between 75 and 375 kVA
- More Than 375 kVA
- By Application
- Standby Backup Power
- Prime Power & Continuous Power
- Peak Shaving
- By Mobility
- Stationary
- Portable
- By End User
- Residential
- Commercial
- Industrial
- Transportation
- Public Infrastructure
- By Power Rating
- Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2031
- Competitive Landscape
- List of Key Players and Their Offerings
- Egypt Diesel Generator Market Share Analysis, 2024
- Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating Parameters
- Key Strategic Developments (Mergers, Acquisitions, Partnerships)
- Impact of Escalating Geopolitical Tensions on Egypt Diesel Generator Market
- Company Profiles (Company Overview, Financial Matrix, Competitive Landscape, Key Personnel, Key Competitors, Contact Address, Strategic Outlook, SWOT Analysis)
- Cummins
- MTU Onsite Energy Corporation
- Generac Holdings Inc.
- Caterpillar Inc.
- FG Wilson
- Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd
- Teksan Generator Power Industries and Trade Co Inc
- Rolls-Royce Solutions Middle East FZE
- Yanmar Holdings Co Lts
- Aksa Power Generation FZE
- Atlas Copco Equipment Egypt
- Kohler-SDMO
- Himoinsa Middle East FZE
- Kirloskar DMCC
- Other Prominent Players
- Key Strategic Recommendations
- Research Methodology
- Qualitative Research
- Primary & Secondary Research
- Quantitative Research
- Market Breakdown & Data Triangulation
- Secondary Research
- Primary Research
- Breakdown of Primary Research Respondents
- Assumptions & Limitations
- Qualitative Research
*Financial information of non-listed companies can be provided as per availability.
**The segmentation and the companies are subject to modifications based on in-depth secondary research for the final deliverable
List of Figures
Figure 1 Egypt Diesel Generator Segmentation
Figure 2 Egypt Diesel Generator Market Value Chain Analysis
Figure 3 Company Market Share Analysis, 2024
Figure 4 Egypt Diesel Generator Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2031
Figure 5 Egypt Diesel Generator Market Share, By Power Rating, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2031
Figure 6 Egypt Diesel Generator Market Share, By Application Mode, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2031
Figure 7 Egypt Diesel Generator Market Share, By Mobility, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2031
Figure 8 Egypt Diesel Generator Market Share, By End User, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2031
List of Tables
Table 1 Egypt Diesel Generator Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2031
Table 2 Egypt Diesel Generator Market Size, By Power Rating, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2031
Table 3 Egypt Diesel Generator Market Size, By Application Mode, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2031
Table 4 Egypt Diesel Generator Market Size, By Mobility, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2031
Table 5 Egypt Diesel Generator Market Size, By End User, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2031
Table 6 Cummins Company Overview
Table 7 Cummins Financial Overview
Table 8 MTU Onsite Energy Corporation Company Overview
Table 9 MTU Onsite Energy Corporation Financial Overview
Table 10 Generac Holdings Inc. Company Overview
Table 11 Generac Holdings Inc. Financial Overview
Table 12 Caterpillar Inc. Company Overview
Table 13 Caterpillar Inc. Financial Overview
Table 14 FG Wilson Company Overview
Table 15 FG Wilson Financial Overview
Table 16 Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd Company Overview
Table 17 Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd Financial Overview
Table 18 Teksan Generator Power Industries and Trade Company Overview
Table 19 Teksan Generator Power Industries and Trade Financial Overview
Table 20 Rolls-Royce Solutions Middle East FZE Company Overview
Table 21 Rolls-Royce Solutions Middle East FZE Financial Overview
Table 22 Yanmar Holdings Co Lts Company Overview
Table 23 Yanmar Holdings Co Lts Financial Overview
Table 24 Aksa Power Generation FZE Company Overview
Table 25 Aksa Power Generation FZE Financial Overview
Table 26 Atlas Copco Equipment Egypt Company Overview
Table 27 Atlas Copco Equipment Egypt Financial Overview
Table 28 Kohler-SDMO Company Overview
Table 29 Kohler-SDMO Financial Overview
Table 30 Himoinsa Middle East FZE Company Overview
Table 31 Himoinsa Middle East FZE Financial Overview
Table 32 Kirloskar DMCC Company Overview
Table 33 Kirloskar DMCC Financial Overview
Market Segmentation
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