Growth & Strategy

Global Investment Drivers of Energy Infrastructure

The energy sector is undergoing a structural transformation. Three key factors are driving global investments in grid infrastructure: decarbonization, exponentially increasing electricity demand, and the expansion of new, higher-capacity grids as well as the modernization of existing networks. These trends show clear regional differences.

Global power grids must become simultaneously more powerful, efficient, and resilient – across both transmission and distribution levels.

• In transmission grids, HVDC technology is gaining increasing importance, as it enables low-loss and highly efficient energy transmission over long distances with reduced transmission losses.

• At the same time, the importance of robust distribution networks is growing, for example to connect energy-intensive applications such as AI data centers or to integrate decentralized energy sources.

Implication: Regardless of regional differences, a structurally growing global demand for high-performance grid technology is emerging.

PFISTERER at the Critical Interfaces

PFISTERER is positioned at the key interfaces of the energy infrastructure:

• Integration of renewable energy into existing and new grids

• Strengthening of energy independence, particularly through the connection of national and regional energy sources and the reduction of external dependencies

• Supply of energy-intensive applications (e.g. AI infrastructure, data centers)

• Modernization and upgrading of existing grid infrastructure

As a cable manufacturer-independent specialist in electrical connection and insulation technology, PFISTERER is a key enabler of global grid expansion.

Implication: Demand for PFISTERER’s solutions is structurally driven by the transformation of energy systems – independent of short-term market cycles.

Strategic Execution Along the Growth Drivers

Focus on High-Growth Markets and Applications

Local presence in dynamic energy markets

• Opening of a training and installation center in Riyadh as a milestone of the growth strategy

• Direct support of “Saudi Vision 2030”

• Expansion of local production in Rochester, USA

• Strong local presence enhances customer proximity and enables sustainable grid development

→ Consistent positioning in markets with structural demand growth

Expansion of Existing Technological Capabilities

Technological leadership in a key market

• Successful type testing of a 320 kV HVDC cable system – first independent provider worldwide

• Establishment of a new HVDC laboratory at the Winterbach headquarters to accelerate innovation and time-to-market

• Further development of product solutions, including in the OHL segment

Complemented by core technological competencies:

• Silicone processing (high-performance insulation systems)

• Metal processing (high-precision conductive components)

• End-of-line (EoL) testing to ensure maximum quality and reliability

→ Clear focus on addressing the technological bottlenecks of future energy systems

Strengthening Global Presence and Customer Relationships

Customer proximity as a competitive advantage

• Expansion of a global network of training and service locations

• Local training and certification of installation teams to ensure highest quality standards

• Long-standing partnerships with grid operators, cable manufacturers, and industrial customers worldwide

→ Scalable business model with strong customer proximity and global reach

Key Message

Global investment drivers are leading to a sustainable expansion of energy infrastructure – across all regions and voltage levels of energy grids.

Within this development, PFISTERER is positioned at all key interfaces and addresses a structurally growing demand for connection technology.

Investments in our core technological competencies are a key component of our business model. We are continuously developing them in a targeted manner in order to benefit, together with our customers, from the long-term growth opportunities of this market and to meet the increasing technological requirements of modern grids.