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    Siemens Energy’s $150B backlog grows with data-centre demand

    By Eva LiAugust 8, 2025Updated:August 13, 2025No Comments2 Mins Read
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    • Siemens Energy reveals a $150 billion order backlog thanks to “enormous” demand from data-centre operators.
    • The surge underscores the intensifying pressure on power infrastructure and offers Siemens a growth opportunity amid global electrification trends.

    What happened: Record backlog driven by data-centre expansion

    Siemens Energy reports that its order backlog has reached a record nearly $150 billion, propelled by “enormous” demand for electricity supply solutions from expanding data-centre infrastructure. The backlog includes power-generation and transmission equipment critical for supporting the surging power consumption of hyperscalers and cloud service providers globally. Siemens Energy attributes the spike to the rapid build-out of data-centre capacity in multiple regions, with customers racing to secure reliable and scalable power systems in response to rising digital demand. This positions Siemens Energy at the forefront of a wave of electrification driven by the information economy.

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    Why it’s important

    The record backlog signals a pivotal moment for energy technology: as data-centres proliferate, securing dependable on-site and grid-connected power infrastructure becomes essential. Siemens Energy’s backlog reflects this necessity. In my view, the company is well-placed to benefit—but must also ensure it avoids over-reliance on one sector amid volatile digital investment cycles. Its deep expertise in high-voltage and renewable integration bolsters long-term resilience; yet, energy demands from data-centres amplify stress on ageing grids, highlighting the need for coordinated infrastructure upgrades. This shift also mirrors a broader trend: firms like Schneider Electric and ABB are similarly scaling offerings to meet data-centre power needs (see Schneider Electric’s latest annual report or ABB’s data-centre power solutions page). By centralising power solutions, Siemens Energy can drive efficiency—but it must balance short-term gains with sustainable investment in grid stability. The development underlines growing convergence between energy providers and tech-infrastructure players, reshaping how digital services are delivered.

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    Eva Li

    Eva is a community engagement specialist at BTW Media, having studied Marketing at Auckland University of Technology. Contact her at e.li@btw.media

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