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Industrial robots for warehousing and storage encompass automated robot systems employed within warehouses and associated services. These robots are tasked with a range of functions aimed at automating warehouse operations. They play a pivotal role in activities such as lifting and organizing heavy products for storage within racks or designated areas.
The primary product categories within the realm of industrial robots consist of mobile robots, articulated robots, cylindrical robots, SCARA robots, parallel robots, and Cartesian robots. Mobile robots, specifically, are driven by software and rely on sensors and other advanced technologies to identify their environment and navigate it. They achieve this through the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and physical robotic components like wheels, rails, and legs. Industrial robots in this context serve various purposes, including pick-and-place operations, palletizing and de-palletizing, transportation, and packaging. These applications find relevance in diverse industries such as e-commerce, automotive, consumer electronics, food and beverage, healthcare, and other sectors.
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The industrial robots (warehousing and storage robots) market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $7.51 billion in 2024 to $8.68 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to industrialization, food safety and regulations, cold chain logistics, environmental concerns.
The industrial robots (warehousing and storage robots) market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $15.13 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to population growth, expansion of retail and e-commerce, increasing demand for process cooling, cold storage for pharmaceuticals and biotechnology, retrofit and replacement market. Major trends in the forecast period include technological advancements, green refrigerants, iot and smart refrigeration, cold chain optimization, modular and scalable solutions, hybrid refrigeration systems.
The industrial robots in the warehouse and storage market have experienced significant growth due to the accelerated movement of goods within warehouses. This surge in the movement of goods can be attributed to the thriving e-commerce industry's commitment to achieving the fastest possible delivery times. Industrial robots play a vital role in expediting processes within the warehouse and storage sector. For instance, in 2022, Geodis entered into an expanded agreement with Locus Robotics, a supplier of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), to deploy 1,000 AMR robots across warehouses worldwide. This increased pace of goods handling within warehouses has been a driving force behind the growth of industrial robots in the warehouse and storage market.
The expansion of investments in warehouse automation is expected to be a key driver for the growth of industrial robots in the warehousing and storage market. Warehouse automation involves the utilization of advanced technologies and systems to streamline and optimize various warehouse operations. The escalating investments in warehouse automation create a demand for advanced robotic solutions capable of improving efficiency, reducing operational costs, and enhancing overall warehouse productivity. These investments facilitate the adoption of robots to meet the evolving requirements of automated warehousing systems. For example, in April 2022, Amazon.com, Inc., a US-based e-commerce company, launched the Amazon Industrial Innovation Fund (AIIF), a $1 billion venture investment program designed to foster innovation in customer fulfillment, logistics, and the supply chain. As a result, the increasing investments in warehouse automation are driving the growth of industrial robots in the warehousing and storage market moving forward.
Major companies operating in the industrial robots in the warehousing and storage market are focusing on innovative solutions, such as autonomous warehouse robotics systems, to enhance efficiency and productivity through advanced automation. An autonomous warehouse robotics system is a technology framework that enables robotic systems to perform various warehouse tasks, such as picking, packing, and transporting goods, with minimal or no human intervention, boosting operational efficiency. For example, in March 2024, LG Electronics, a South Korea-based consumer electronics company, launched the LG CLOi CarryBot, an autonomous mobile robot designed to optimize warehouse operations by streamlining material handling. The robot features advanced autonomous navigation, integration with warehouse management systems, and high runtime with autonomous dock charging capabilities. This innovation is significant as it ensures precise, reliable delivery, minimizes physical strain on workers, and enhances overall productivity in warehouse environments.
Major companies operating in the industrial robots in the warehousing and storage market are innovating new smart robotic technologies to gain a competitive edge. Smart warehouse robots use advanced robotics to streamline internal processes and optimize warehousing operations. For example, in July 2024, Mytra, a US-based warehouse robotics company, launched a new automated warehouse storage system that utilizes three-dimensional robotics to revolutionize pallet movement and material handling. This innovative system enhances efficiency and adaptability, helping to address labor shortages and streamline supply chain operations.
Major companies operating in the industrial robots(warehousing and storage robots) market include ABB Ltd., Yaskawa Electric Corp, KUKA AG (Keller und Knappich Augsburg), Fanuc Corp., Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Amazon, Honeywell Intelligrated, Omron Corporation, Fetch Robotics Inc., Fanuc Corp, Bastian Solutions, Yamaha Robotics, Siemens AG., Locus Robotics, Daifuku Co. Ltd., Dematic, KNAPP AG, AGVE Group, BlueBotics SA, Clearpath Robotics, GreyOrange, IAM Robotics, inVia Robotics, Kardex Group, KION Group AG, Kiva Systems, Kollmorgen, Magazino GmbH, MiR (Mobile Industrial Robots), RightHand Robotics, SSI SCHAEFER, Swisslog Holding AG, Teradyne Inc., Vecna Robotics, Vanderlande Industries BV, Zebra Technologies Corp.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the industrial robots market in 2024. Western-Europe was the second-largest region in the global industrial robots market. The regions covered in the industrial robots(warehousing and storage robots) market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa.
The countries covered in the industrial robots(warehousing and storage robots) market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.
The industrial robots in the warehousing and storage market consist of sales of delta robots, polar robots, and collaborative robots. 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.
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