The United Kingdom's Silicon Carbide (SiC) semiconductor devices market is gaining traction, primarily due to the country's strategic focus on achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. Government incentives for clean energy projects and EV adoption are key drivers, propelling SiC demand in power electronics for electric vehicles and renewable energy systems. Moreover, the UK’s commitment to reducing emissions from transportation and its rapid shift toward electrification in sectors such as rail, aviation, and automotive further increases the need for SiC components.
However, restraints include the relatively small domestic manufacturing base for SiC wafers, which leads to reliance on imports. This situation is exacerbated by supply chain vulnerabilities in critical materials, as well as high production costs for advanced SiC devices. Furthermore, the slow pace of adoption in some industrial segments can delay widespread integration.
Opportunities include the UK's position as a major player in the offshore wind energy market, where SiC's high efficiency can enhance power conversion systems. With significant investments in EV infrastructure, the electric vehicle market presents substantial growth prospects. Collaborative efforts between UK research institutions and automotive manufacturers will likely accelerate the adoption of SiC-based solutions.
Trends show an increasing interest in SiC integration within the power grid and renewable energy sectors. The development of UK-based fabless companies specializing in SiC power devices is also a growing trend, aiming to reduce import dependency and ensure supply chain security.
TABLE - United Kingdom Silicon Carbide (SiC) Semiconductor Devices Market Size & Forecast By Component 2021-2033
Component | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 | CAGR (2024-2033) |
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Schottky Diodes | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
FET/MOSFET Transistors | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Integrated Circuits | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Rectifiers/Diodes | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Power Modules | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Others | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Total | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX |
Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis
TABLE - United Kingdom Silicon Carbide (SiC) Semiconductor Devices Market Size & Forecast By Product 2021-2033
Product | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 | CAGR (2024-2033) |
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Optoelectronic Devices | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Power Semiconductors | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Frequency Devices | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Total | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX |
Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis
TABLE - United Kingdom Silicon Carbide (SiC) Semiconductor Devices Market Size & Forecast By Wafer Size 2021-2033
Wafer Size | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 | CAGR (2024-2033) |
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1 inch to 4 inches | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
6 inches | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
8 inches | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
10 inches & above | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Total | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX |
Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis
TABLE - United Kingdom Silicon Carbide (SiC) Semiconductor Devices Market Size & Forecast By End-User 2021-2033
End-User | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 | CAGR (2024-2033) |
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Automotive | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Electric Vehicles | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
IC Automobiles | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Consumer Electronics | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Aerospace & Defense | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Medical Devices | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Data & Communication Devices | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Energy & Power | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
EV Infrastructure | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Power Distribution & Utilities | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Others | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Total | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX |
Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis