Silicon Grid: Positioned for Global Expansion in the Growing ANM Market
- Enda Mimnagh
- Sep 7, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 18
The global Active Network Management (ANM) market is experiencing rapid expansion, driven by grid modernization, renewable energy growth, and increasing electrification. With a strong foundation in the UK market, Silicon Grid is well-positioned to leverage its expertise, technology, and proven track record to scale internationally. The company's success in deploying large-scale ANM solutions in the UK—one of the most advanced energy markets—demonstrates its capability to deliver scalable, high-performance automation platforms that meet the evolving needs of grid operators worldwide.
Global Growth Drivers for ANM
Renewable Energy & Decarbonization Targets. Governments and utilities worldwide are committing to net-zero emissions, requiring flexible grid solutions to integrate increasing levels of solar, wind, and battery storage. ANM enables utilities to manage this transition by maximizing renewable hosting capacity without costly infrastructure reinforcements.
Electrification of Transport & Industry. The widespread adoption of EV charging infrastructure, heat pumps, and electrified industrial processes is straining traditional networks. ANM solutions like Silicon Grid’s Constellation platform provide real-time monitoring, network optimization, and congestion management to ensure grid resilience.
Regulatory Reforms & Flexibility Markets. Local flexibility markets are emerging as a key tool to optimize distributed energy resources (DERs). In the UK, Silicon Grid has played a major role in flex market integration, an approach now being adopted across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. This expertise positions the company to expand into new regulatory environments and market structures.
Digitalization & AI-Driven Grid Control. Utilities are investing in next-generation grid automation, leveraging real-time data, predictive analytics, and AI-driven decision-making. Silicon Grid’s advanced automation capabilities make it a strong contender to support utilities in deploying AI-powered ANM solutions globally.
Silicon Grid’s Expansion Strategy
With a proven track record in the UK, Silicon Grid is now targeting global utilities, independent network operators, and large-scale industrial networks. Key areas of focus include:
Scaling its ANM solutions into transmission and independent networks
Expanding into high-growth energy markets such as Europe, the US, Australia, and the Middle East
Deploying ANM for microgrids, smart cities, and industrial energy management
Leveraging cloud-based and SaaS models for rapid international deployment
A Market Ready for Innovation
The ANM sector is projected to experience double-digit growth as utilities worldwide modernize infrastructure, digitize operations, and embrace decentralization. Silicon Grid’s ability to provide scalable, flexible, and cost-effective automation solutions positions it as a key player in the global transition toward smart, sustainable energy networks.
Conclusion
Silicon Grid is poised for global expansion, building on its UK success and responding to the increasing demand for real-time, AI-driven network management solutions. With regulatory shifts, increased DER penetration, and flexibility markets accelerating worldwide, Silicon Grid is set to become a major force in the international ANM landscape—helping utilities and industries transition to a more resilient, cost-effective, and sustainable energy future.


