Actuator Global Market Report 2025

An actuator is a device designed to transform a control signal into mechanical action, typically by driving an electric motor, facilitating the movement or operation of machinery. While actuators traditionally generate circular motion, they can also achieve linear motion through mechanisms such as screws and wheel-and-axle systems.

There are several prominent types of actuators, including pneumatic actuators, hydraulic actuators, electric actuators, and mechanical actuators. Pneumatic actuators, for instance, are mechanical devices converting energy into mechanical motion and find application in various automotive settings such as engine control, transmission control, and braking systems. These actuators offer different motion types, such as linear actuators and rotary actuators, catering to diverse end-user industries such as automotive, aerospace, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, power generation, food and beverage, chemicals, mining, among others.

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The actuator market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $58.91 billion in 2024 to $63.93 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to automation in manufacturing, industrialization, energy sector expansion, healthcare equipment demand, smart buildings and infrastructure.

The actuator market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $90.8 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to renewable energy expansion, electrification of vehicles, precision medicine and biotechnology, urbanization and infrastructure development, focus on energy efficiency, rise of robotics and automation. Major trends in the forecast period include rise of electric actuators, advancements in smart actuators, expansion of industrial internet of things (IIoT) integration, growth in robotics and automation, miniaturization and high-precision actuators adoption of pneumatic and hydraulic actuators in industrial applications.

The surge in electric vehicle adoption stands as a significant driver fostering growth within the actuator market. Actuators, essential components used to regulate movement in electric mobility, play a pivotal role in various functions of electric vehicles. According to the Global EV Outlook 2022 report by the International Energy Agency, sales of electric vehicles witnessed a remarkable surge in 2021, reaching a new high of 6.6 million, comprising both completely electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. Despite supply chain disruptions, the momentum continued into 2022, with a 75% increase in global electric car sales in the first quarter compared to the same period in the previous year, totaling 2 million units sold. The global electric vehicle count surged to approximately 16.5 million by the end of 2021, quadrupling the number from 2018. Hence, the increasing popularity of electric vehicles is a driving force propelling the growth of the actuator market.

The burgeoning activities in building construction are poised to bolster the actuator market. Building construction involves various processes, from planning to erection, covering residential, commercial, and industrial structures. Actuators play a crucial role in automating ventilation, HVAC systems, and precise control mechanisms in doors, windows, and other building components. Notably, as per the Federal State Statistics Service, construction output in Russia experienced a notable 6.50% increase in July 2023 compared to the same month in the previous year. This upswing in construction activities underscores the escalating need for advanced automation and control solutions, positioning actuators as integral components in meeting the evolving demands of the construction landscape, thereby supporting the growth of the actuator market.

Major companies in the actuator market are concentrating on technological advancements, such as smart actuators for transmission and thermal management in electric vehicles (EVs). For instance, in September 2023, Marelli, a Japan-based automotive parts manufacturer, introduced a new range of multipurpose smart actuators. These smart actuators simplify the actuation of complex vehicle functions, addressing the increasing demand for over 100 actuators in future vehicles. They come equipped with an integrated electronic module that autonomously controls the device and connects it to the vehicle's electronic network. With a flexible, modular, and scalable mechanical design, these actuators can adapt to various vehicle electronics and transmission setups, while the software management ensures seamless integration into the vehicle's systems.

Key players in the actuator market are focused on advancing technology, particularly electric actuators, to enhance precision, efficiency, and responsiveness in various devices. Electric actuators improve functionality and performance in mobile applications, meeting the rising demand for automation and smart technologies across multiple sectors. For example, in March 2023, Ewellix, a Sweden-based provider of actuation solutions, launched electric actuators designed for mobile applications like agricultural and construction machinery, as well as lift platforms. The new actuators offer an impressive combination of exceptional power density, energy efficiency, precise position and motion control, and repeatability. The initial models, set to debut later this year, will have lifting capacities of 3 tons and 15 tons, with future versions anticipated to include intermediate capacities and an electromechanical steer-by-wire option. These actuators are intended to assist original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in transitioning from traditional hydraulic systems to electrically controlled motion, providing a cleaner, simpler, and more cost-effective solution with significantly lower total ownership costs.

In December 2023, Nihon KOSO, a Japan-based manufacturer of valves, turbine bypass systems, and steam conditioning systems, acquired the valve actuator business of Paladon Systems S.r.l. This acquisition aims to enhance the competitive strength of the KOSO Group, allowing the company to deliver improved services and better meet customer needs. Paladon Systems S.r.l. is an Italy-based manufacturer of actuators.

Major companies operating in the actuator market include Emerson Electric Co., ABB Ltd., Rockwell Automation Inc., Moog Inc., SMC Corporation, Curtis Wright Corporation, Eaton Corporation Plc, Honeywell International Inc., Rotork Plc, Misumi Group Inc., Cameron International Corporation, Samson AG, Parker Hannifin Corporation, Venture MFG Co., Altra Industrial Motion, Actuonix Motion Devices Inc., Aptiv PLC, AUMA Riester Gmbh & Co. KG, BorgWarner Inc., Continental AG, Denso Corporation, Festo AG & Co. K.G., Flowserve Corporation, GEA Group AG, General Electric Company, Hitachi Ltd., IAV Automotive Engineering, Johnson Controls International PLC, KITZ Corporation, Mecvel Technologies Private Limited, Nidec Corporation, Regal Rexnord Corporation, Robert Bosch GmbH

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the actuator market in 2024. North America was the second-largest region in the actuator market. The regions covered in the actuator market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa

The countries covered in the actuator market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The actuator market consists of sales of lead screw actuators and manual valve actuators. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

Actuator Global Market Report 2025 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses on actuator market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
• The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
• The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:

The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
• The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth. It covers the growth trajectory of COVID-19 for all regions, key developed countries and major emerging markets.
• The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
• The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.

Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Type: Pneumatic Actuators; Hydraulic Actuators; Electric Actuators; Mechanical Actuators
• 2) By Motion: Linear Actuator; Rotary Actuator
• 3) By End User: Automotive; Aerospace; Oil And Gas; Pharmaceutical; Power Generation; Food And Beverages; Chemicals; Mining; Other End Users
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Pneumatic Actuators: Single-Acting Pneumatic Actuators; Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuators
• 2) By Hydraulic Actuators: Linear Hydraulic Actuators; Rotary Hydraulic Actuators
• 3) By Electric Actuators: Servo Electric Actuators; Stepper Electric Actuators
• 4) By Mechanical Actuators: Gear-Based Actuators; Cam-Based Actuators
• Companies Mentioned: Emerson Electric Co.; ABB Ltd.; Rockwell Automation Inc.; Moog Inc.; SMC Corporation
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
• Data segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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