Why Electrification is Fueling M&A Opportunities in the Electrical Contracting Sector
Demand for electrical contracting services is surging as electrification, data center expansion and decarbonization reshape the sector. These trends are driving strong M&A momentum, particularly among scalable, specialized contractors and service providers.
With rising energy needs and infrastructure complexity, investors are finding compelling opportunities. Key themes driving activity include:
- Increased power demand from AI, automation and data centers
- Ongoing decarbonization and building electrification
- Regional growth from onshoring and demographic shifts
- Rising investment in grid resiliency and microgrids
- Expanding role of private equity and platform rollups
