Industrial Automation Market Intelligence: Size, Share and Growth Outlook Through 2036
By Product, Component, Deployment, and End Use — Global Forecast to 2036
By Brevintel Editor•June 2026•PDF + Excel
Market Size (2025)
$46.7B
Market Forecast (2036)
$97.2B
CAGR (2025-2036)
6.9%
The industrial automation market was valued at USD 46.7 billion in 2025. The market is set to reach USD 49.9 billion by 2026-end and grow at a CAGR of 6.9% between 2026-2036 to reach USD 97.2 billion by 2036. Industrial Robots will dominate with a 22.0% share, while Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition will lead with a 21.0% share. On Premises Systems is expected to account for 58.0% of the deployment segment in 2026. South Korea at 7.4% and USA at 7.2% are the fastest-growing markets. Incremental opportunity of USD 47.3 Bn for 2026 to 2036 reflects replacement cycles and capacity additions. Siemens AG and Rockwell Automation, Inc. lead the competitive field.
Key Market Trends & Insights
The industrial automation market was valued at USD 46.7 billion in 2025 and is set to reach USD 49.9 billion by 2026-end.
The market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 6.9% between 2026-2036 to reach USD 97.2 billion by 2036.
Industrial Robots will dominate with a 22.0% share, while Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition will lead with a 21.0% share.
On Premises Systems is expected to account for 58.0% of the deployment segment in 2026.
South Korea at 7.4% and USA at 7.2% are the fastest-growing markets.
The incremental opportunity of USD 47.3 Bn for the period 2026 to 2036 is due to replacement cycles, capacity additions, and expansion of procurement networks.
Machine Vision Systems is projected to gain share as inspection systems and quality inspection applications expand.
Market Overview
Market Size and Outlook
The industrial automation market was valued at USD 46.7 billion in 2025 and is set to reach USD 49.9 billion by 2026-end.
The market is set to grow at a CAGR of 6.9% between 2026-2036 to reach USD 97.2 billion by 2036.
The industrial automation market is projected to grow from USD 49.9 billion in 2026 to USD 97.2 billion by 2036, at a CAGR of 6.9% during the forecast period.
Industrial Robots will dominate with a 22.0% share, while Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition will lead with a 21.0% share.
The incremental opportunity of USD 47.3 Bn for the period 2026 to 2036 is due to the cumulative impacts of replacement cycles, capacity additions, and expansion of procurement networks to emerging regions.
Demand and Growth Drivers
Oil and Gas and Chemicals, and Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices applications are expected to sustain procurement of industrial robots products as specification requirements evolve and installed capacities grow through 2036.
Conventional Automation and advanced automation are projected to shape procurement patterns, with performance-validated formats capturing the largest volume share.
On Premises Systems is expected to account for 58.0% of the deployment segment in 2026, supported by demand across Articulated Robots, Assembly Operations, and Welding Applications.
Machine Vision Systems is projected to gain share during the forecast period as inspection systems and quality inspection applications expand.
Analyst Perspective
Brevintel analysis indicates solution providers that deliver on premises systems interoperability across oil and gas and chemicals environments while reducing total integration cost are expected to consolidate procurement relationships through the forecast period.
Siemens AG and Rockwell Automation, Inc. lead the competitive field through manufacturing scale, product range, and established distributor networks.
Market Dynamics
Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
Growing demand for Industrial Robots and Machine Vision Systems in applications such as Oil and Gas, Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices and Food & Beverages is leading to growth.
The dominant processing approach is Conventional Automation. Advanced automation is creeping into niche applications.
In North America and Western Europe, replacement and compliance cycles continue to drive demand.
Segmentation Analysis
Product and Component Outlook
Industrial Robots will dominate with a 22.0% share, with articulated robots, assembly operations, and welding applications concentrating procurement volume.
By component, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition leads demand, reflecting a preference over programmable logic controllers and distributed control systems.
Deployment and End Use Outlook
On Premises Systems is the leading deployment segment in 2026, accounting for 58.0%.
End use segmentation shows oil and gas and chemicals as the primary channel, reflecting bulk procurement patterns and long-term supply agreements.
Regional Outlook
South Korea and USA
South Korea is projected to lead growth at 7.4% through 2036, driven by a high-technology industrial base, government R&D support, and quality-focused procurement for industrial robots products.
USA at 7.2% reflects enterprise digital transformation, CHIPS Act investment, and regulatory compliance mandates driving industrial robots adoption.
Competitive Landscape
Overview
Siemens AG and Rockwell Automation, Inc. lead through manufacturing scale, product range, and established distributor networks across high-volume markets.
Schneider Electric SE, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, and ABB Ltd. compete across industrial robots, control platforms, and plant-level automation packages.
Bright Machines, Vention, Realtime Robotics, RoboDK, Augury, and Path Robotics compete in application-specific robotics, programming, and condition-monitoring software.
Key Players
Integrated Producers
Siemens AG
Rockwell Automation, Inc.
Schneider Electric SE
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
ABB Ltd.
Specialty Suppliers
Bright Machines
Vention
Realtime Robotics
RoboDK
Augury
Path Robotics
Key Companies Covered
Siemens AG
Rockwell Automation, Inc.
Schneider Electric SE
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
ABB Ltd.
Bright Machines
Vention
Realtime Robotics
RoboDK
Augury
Path Robotics
Table of Contents
The complete report includes additional chapters, data tables, and company profiles beyond this preview.
Key Takeaways
Market Size and CAGR
Top Growth Driver
Fastest Growing Segment
Leading Region
Key Companies
Emerging Opportunities
Executive Summary
Global Market Outlook
Demand-side Trends
Supply-side Trends
Technology Roadmap Analysis
Analysis and Recommendations
Analyst Perspective (What is happening? Why now? What should investors know?)
