Robotics And Automation Market
Robotics & Automation Market Forecasts to 2032 – Global Analysis By Type (Industrial Robots, Autonomous Robots, Service Robots, Mobile Robots, Collaborative Robots (Cobots)), Component, Payload Capacity, Deployment Mode, Application, End User and By Geography
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Robotics & Automation Market is accounted for $138.1 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach $1,961.7 billion by 2032 growing at a CAGR of 46.1% during the forecast period. Robotics and Automation refer to the interdisciplinary field that integrates mechanical engineering, electronics, computer science, and artificial intelligence to design systems capable of performing tasks with minimal human intervention. Robotics involves the creation of programmable machines (robots) that can carry out complex actions, while automation focuses on streamlining processes through technology to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and productivity. Together, they revolutionize industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, and agriculture by reducing labor costs, improving safety, and enabling precision. As technologies evolve, Robotics and Automation continue to redefine operational capabilities, driving innovation and transforming the way businesses and society’s function.
Market Dynamics:
Driver:
Rising Demand for Automation
The growing need for efficiency, precision, and cost reduction across industries is fueling the demand for automation. Businesses are increasingly adopting robotic systems to streamline operations, minimize human error, and enhance productivity. Sectors like manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare are leveraging automation to meet rising consumer expectations and labor shortages. This surge in demand is a key driver propelling the global Robotics and Automation market forward, encouraging innovation and widespread deployment of intelligent systems. Thus, it drives the growth of the market.
Restraint:
Cybersecurity Risks
Cybersecurity risks significantly hinder the robotics and automation market by exposing systems to data breaches, operational disruptions, and safety threats. Vulnerabilities in connected devices can lead to unauthorized access, manipulation, or shutdown of critical operations. These risks erode trust, increase compliance costs, and slow adoption of automation technologies. As industries rely more on interconnected systems, the fear of cyberattacks becomes a major barrier to innovation and scalability in automation.
Opportunity:
Advancements in AI and Machine Learning
Advancements in AI and Machine Learning are revolutionizing the Robotics & Automation market by enabling smarter, more adaptive systems. These technologies empower robots to learn from data, make autonomous decisions, and improve performance over time. Enhanced capabilities such as predictive maintenance, real-time optimization, and intelligent navigation are driving efficiency across industries. As AI evolves, it unlocks new applications in healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics, accelerating innovation and expanding the market’s potential for transformative, scalable solutions.
Threat:
High Initial Investment
High initial investment poses a major barrier to growth in the robotics and automation market. The substantial costs of advanced hardware, software integration, and skilled labor deter small and medium enterprises from adoption. This financial burden slows innovation, limits market penetration, and prolongs return on investment timelines. As a result, many industries delay automation upgrades, stalling productivity gains and widening the gap between tech-savvy leaders and resource-constrained businesses.
Covid-19 Impact:
The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of robotics and automation as businesses sought contactless operations and resilient supply chains. Automation helped maintain productivity amid lockdowns and labor shortages, especially in healthcare, logistics, and manufacturing. The crisis highlighted the importance of flexible, technology-driven systems, prompting increased investment and innovation. Post-pandemic, this momentum continues to reshape industries, reinforcing the strategic value of robotics in ensuring operational continuity and safety.
The software segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
The software segment is expected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period because of its critical role in enabling intelligent control, data analytics, and system integration. Software platforms power robot programming, machine learning, and real-time decision-making, making them indispensable across applications. As demand for customizable and scalable solutions grows, software innovations will drive efficiency and adaptability, solidifying their position as the backbone of modern automation systems.
The material handling segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
Over the forecast period, the material handling segment is predicted to witness the highest growth rate due to its pivotal role in logistics, warehousing, and manufacturing. Automated systems for sorting, transporting, and storing goods enhance speed, accuracy, and safety. The rise of e-commerce and demand for faster delivery are pushing companies to invest in robotic material handling solutions. These systems reduce manual labor and optimize workflows, making them a key growth area in the automation landscape.
Region with largest share:
During the forecast period, the Asia Pacific region is expected to hold the largest market share due to rapid industrialization, government initiatives, and technological advancements. Countries like China, Japan, and South Korea are leading adopters, investing heavily in smart manufacturing and AI integration. The region’s robust manufacturing base, skilled workforce and growing demand for automation in agriculture and healthcare contribute to its dominant position in the global market.
Region with highest CAGR:
Over the forecast period, the North America region is anticipated to exhibit the highest CAGR owing to strong innovation ecosystem, early technology adoption, and increasing investment in AI and robotics. The region’s focus on automation in healthcare, defense, and logistics, coupled with supportive regulatory frameworks, fuels growth. Companies are prioritizing digital transformation and operational resilience, driving demand for advanced robotic solutions. This dynamic environment positions North America as a key growth engine in the global market.
Key players in the market
Some of the key players in Robotics & Automation Market include ABB, UBTECH Robotics, FANUC, Doosan Robotics, KUKA, UiPath, Yaskawa Electric Corporation, Symbotic, Mitsubishi Electric, Boston Dynamics, Rockwell Automation, NVIDIA, Siemens, Honeywell, and Schneider Electric.
Key Developments:
In September 2025, Ricoh Hong Kong and UBTECH have launched a full‐spectrum AI & robotics partnership across Hong Kong’s education, commercial, and government sectors. Their collaboration includes building an AI R&D hub in Cyberport, integrating robotics into schools, and deploying smart enterprise solutions—aiming to foster innovation, skills, and sector transformation.
In April 2025, Honeywell and Argent LNG are partnering to deploy Honeywell’s gas pretreatment technologies—including mercury, acid-gas, CO₂, sulfur, water, and heavy hydrocarbon removal—for a new export terminal in Port Fourchon, Louisiana. The aims to boost energy security, cut lifecycle costs, and meet global LNG demand.
Types Covered:
• Industrial Robots
• Autonomous Robots
• Service Robots
• Mobile Robots
• Collaborative Robots (Cobots)
Components Covered:
• Hardware
• Software
• Services
Payload Capacities Covered:
• Low Payload
• Medium Payload
• High Payload
Deployment Modes Covered:
• On-Premise
• Cloud-Based
Applications Covered:
• Manufacturing & Assembly
• Defense & Security
• Material Handling
• Agriculture & Farming
• Welding & Soldering
• Healthcare & Medical
• Painting & Coating
• Packaging & Palletizing
• Inspection & Testing
• Logistics & Warehousing
• Other Applications
End Users Covered:
• Electronics & Semiconductor
• Food & Beverage
• Automotive
• Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare
• Aerospace & Defense
• Construction
• Retail & E-commerce
• Logistics & Transportation
• Other End Users
Regions Covered:
• North America
o US
o Canada
o Mexico
• Europe
o Germany
o UK
o Italy
o France
o Spain
o Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
o Japan
o China
o India
o Australia
o New Zealand
o South Korea
o Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
o Argentina
o Brazil
o Chile
o Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
o Saudi Arabia
o UAE
o Qatar
o South Africa
o Rest of Middle East & Africa
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Table of Contents
1 Executive Summary
2 Preface
2.1 Abstract
2.2 Stake Holders
2.3 Research Scope
2.4 Research Methodology
2.4.1 Data Mining
2.4.2 Data Analysis
2.4.3 Data Validation
2.4.4 Research Approach
2.5 Research Sources
2.5.1 Primary Research Sources
2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources
2.5.3 Assumptions
3 Market Trend Analysis
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Drivers
3.3 Restraints
3.4 Opportunities
3.5 Threats
3.6 Application Analysis
3.7 End User Analysis
3.8 Emerging Markets
3.9 Impact of Covid-19
4 Porters Five Force Analysis
4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
4.2 Bargaining power of buyers
4.3 Threat of substitutes
4.4 Threat of new entrants
4.5 Competitive rivalry
5 Global Robotics & Automation Market, By Type
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Industrial Robots
5.3 Autonomous Robots
5.4 Service Robots
5.5 Mobile Robots
5.6 Collaborative Robots (Cobots)
6 Global Robotics & Automation Market, By Component
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Hardware
6.2.1 Sensors
6.2.2 End Effectors
6.2.3 Actuators
6.2.4 Power Supply Systems
6.2.5 Controllers
6.3 Software
6.3.1 AI & Machine Learning
6.3.2 Simulation & Programming Tools
6.3.3 Robotic Operating Systems
6.4 Services
6.4.1 Integration & Deployment
6.4.2 Maintenance & Support
6.4.3 Training
7 Global Robotics & Automation Market, By Payload Capacity
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Low Payload
7.3 Medium Payload
7.4 High Payload
8 Global Robotics & Automation Market, By Deployment Mode
8.1 Introduction
8.2 On-Premise
8.3 Cloud-Based
9 Global Robotics & Automation Market, By Application
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Manufacturing & Assembly
9.3 Defense & Security
9.4 Material Handling
9.5 Agriculture & Farming
9.6 Welding & Soldering
9.7 Healthcare & Medical
9.8 Painting & Coating
9.9 Packaging & Palletizing
9.10 Inspection & Testing
9.11 Logistics & Warehousing
9.12 Other Applications
10 Global Robotics & Automation Market, By End User
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Electronics & Semiconductor
10.3 Food & Beverage
10.4 Automotive
10.5 Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare
10.6 Aerospace & Defense
10.7 Construction
10.8 Retail & E-commerce
10.9 Logistics & Transportation
10.10 Other End Users
11 Global Robotics & Automation Market, By Geography
11.1 Introduction
11.2 North America
11.2.1 US
11.2.2 Canada
11.2.3 Mexico
11.3 Europe
11.3.1 Germany
11.3.2 UK
11.3.3 Italy
11.3.4 France
11.3.5 Spain
11.3.6 Rest of Europe
11.4 Asia Pacific
11.4.1 Japan
11.4.2 China
11.4.3 India
11.4.4 Australia
11.4.5 New Zealand
11.4.6 South Korea
11.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific
11.5 South America
11.5.1 Argentina
11.5.2 Brazil
11.5.3 Chile
11.5.4 Rest of South America
11.6 Middle East & Africa
11.6.1 Saudi Arabia
11.6.2 UAE
11.6.3 Qatar
11.6.4 South Africa
11.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa
12 Key Developments
12.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures
12.2 Acquisitions & Mergers
12.3 New Product Launch
12.4 Expansions
12.5 Other Key Strategies
13 Company Profiling
13.1 ABB
13.2 UBTECH Robotics
13.3 FANUC
13.4 Doosan Robotics
13.5 KUKA
13.6 UiPath
13.7 Yaskawa Electric Corporation
13.8 Symbotic
13.9 Mitsubishi Electric
13.10 Boston Dynamics
13.11 Rockwell Automation
13.12 NVIDIA
13.13 Siemens
13.14 Honeywell
13.15 Schneider Electric
List of Tables
1 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Region (2024-2032) ($MN)
2 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Type (2024-2032) ($MN)
3 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Industrial Robots (2024-2032) ($MN)
4 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Autonomous Robots (2024-2032) ($MN)
5 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Service Robots (2024-2032) ($MN)
6 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Mobile Robots (2024-2032) ($MN)
7 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Collaborative Robots (Cobots) (2024-2032) ($MN)
8 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Component (2024-2032) ($MN)
9 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Hardware (2024-2032) ($MN)
10 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Sensors (2024-2032) ($MN)
11 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By End Effectors (2024-2032) ($MN)
12 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Actuators (2024-2032) ($MN)
13 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Power Supply Systems (2024-2032) ($MN)
14 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Controllers (2024-2032) ($MN)
15 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Software (2024-2032) ($MN)
16 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By AI & Machine Learning (2024-2032) ($MN)
17 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Simulation & Programming Tools (2024-2032) ($MN)
18 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Robotic Operating Systems (2024-2032) ($MN)
19 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Services (2024-2032) ($MN)
20 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Integration & Deployment (2024-2032) ($MN)
21 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Maintenance & Support (2024-2032) ($MN)
22 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Training (2024-2032) ($MN)
23 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Payload Capacity (2024-2032) ($MN)
24 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Low Payload (2024-2032) ($MN)
25 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Medium Payload (2024-2032) ($MN)
26 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By High Payload (2024-2032) ($MN)
27 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Deployment Mode (2024-2032) ($MN)
28 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By On-Premise (2024-2032) ($MN)
29 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Cloud-Based (2024-2032) ($MN)
30 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Application (2024-2032) ($MN)
31 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Manufacturing & Assembly (2024-2032) ($MN)
32 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Defense & Security (2024-2032) ($MN)
33 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Material Handling (2024-2032) ($MN)
34 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Agriculture & Farming (2024-2032) ($MN)
35 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Welding & Soldering (2024-2032) ($MN)
36 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Healthcare & Medical (2024-2032) ($MN)
37 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Painting & Coating (2024-2032) ($MN)
38 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Packaging & Palletizing (2024-2032) ($MN)
39 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Inspection & Testing (2024-2032) ($MN)
40 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Logistics & Warehousing (2024-2032) ($MN)
41 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2024-2032) ($MN)
42 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By End User (2024-2032) ($MN)
43 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Electronics & Semiconductor (2024-2032) ($MN)
44 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Food & Beverage (2024-2032) ($MN)
45 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Automotive (2024-2032) ($MN)
46 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare (2024-2032) ($MN)
47 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Aerospace & Defense (2024-2032) ($MN)
48 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Construction (2024-2032) ($MN)
49 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Retail & E-commerce (2024-2032) ($MN)
50 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Logistics & Transportation (2024-2032) ($MN)
51 Global Robotics & Automation Market Outlook, By Other End Users (2024-2032) ($MN)
Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.
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