Autonomous Mobile Robots Market - By Component (Hardware and Software & Services), By Type (Goods-To-Person Picking Robots, Self-Driving Forklifts, Autonomous Inventory Robots, and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles), By Payload Capacity, By Navigation Technology, By Battery Type, By Application, By End use, Forecast, 2024 – 2032

Autonomous Mobile Robots Market Size

Autonomous Mobile Robots Market size was valued at USD 2.7 billion in 2023 and is estimated to register a CAGR of over 15% between 2024 and 2032. Retailer and manufacturers are inclined towards the adoption of cutting-edge transport robots that seamlessly collaborate with operations and boast the ability to transport multiple loads simultaneously ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.
 

Thus, noticeable increase in the demand for autonomous mobile robots from retailers and manufacturers in order to automate the sorting and transportation process and parallelly attain high operational efficiency is a major factor expected to drive the growth of the global autonomous mobile robots’ market.
 

Also, AMR manufacturers are focusing on the introduction of new smart robots with high payload capacity, increased speed, and accuracy. This approach is expected to attract customers from various end-use industries such as 3PL and logistics, manufacturing e-commerce, and retail, which, in turn, is expected to support the growth of the target market. For instance, in February 2024, Omron Corporation, an electrical equipment manufacturer, announced the launch of the MD Series of autonomous mobile robots (AMR). This newly launched series is focused on providing greater efficiency at production sites.
 

High cost associated with the product is a major factor that limits the adoption of autonomous mobile robot among end users. Likewise, end users are highly inclined towards the deployment of autonomous mobile robots in order to meet the growing demand of modern logistics and attain a competitive edge. Integration of new technology within complex and dynamic warehouse environments creates many challenges. Thus, swift integration, false positive, data processing are some other challenges faced by end users which limit the adoption of autonomous mobile robots.  
 

Autonomous Mobile Robots Market Trends

Recent trends observed in autonomous mobile robots are enhanced navigation and mapping, integration of AI and machine learning, and fleet management. AMR manufacturers are investing heavily in R&D activities with the focus to deliver smart, compact and efficient products. Manufactures are focused on integrating LiDAR, advanced sensors, and cameras that aid improving the accuracy and reliability of the machine. LiDAR and cameras combination presents an optimal solution in terms of navigation complexity and performance.  
 

Likewise, integration of cutting-edge technologies such as AI and machine learning in autonomous mobile robots is gaining traction among manufacturers due to their ability to process large amount of data from multiple sources in real time. AI analysis aid autonomous mobile robots to avoid obstacle and navigate through narrow spaces resulting in increased operational efficiency. These technologies are expected to open new opportunities for development of intelligent machines in coming years.
 

Autonomous Mobile Robots Market Analysis

Based on components, the market is segmented into hardware, software & service. The hardware segment is expected to reach over USD 3.5 billion by 2032.
 

• Demand for LiDAR, ultrasonic sensors, infrared sensors, proximity sensors, and others is gaining importance among robot manufacturers, owing to stringent government regulations aimed at ensuring labor and public safety, coupled with manufacturers inclination towards increasing operational efficiency and address the safety needs. This is a major factor expected to support the growth of the hardware segment.
   

Likewise, manufacturers cannot rely on a single sensor technology in order to achieve  reliable and efficient autonomous mobile robot operations. This calls for multiple sensor fusion solutions that support a range of AMR functions, such as inventory management, path planning, collision avoidance, navigation, and logistics support. The manufacturer's approach towards integrating multiple sensor fusion in AMR is expected to positively impact the growth of the hardware segment.
 

Based on type, the autonomous mobile robots market is segmented into goods-to-person picking robots, self-driving forklifts, autonomous inventory robots, and unmanned aerial vehicles. The goods-to-person picking robots is expected to register a CAGR of over 16% during the forecast period.
 

• The goods-to-person type offers more benefits compared to other AMR types, such as increased operational uptime, high-density consolidated storage, and more. With rapid growth in the e-commerce sector across the globe, speedy order delivery and fast order preparation is gaining more importance among businesses in order to stay ahead in the competition. Goods-to-person systems deliver products directly to workers at pick-up stations, reducing delivery turnaround time and increasing the operational efficiency.  
   
• Also, labor shortage is a major concern in the supply chain industry. Goods-to-person automation offers a robust solution to labor shortage as they have the ability to perform better and faster. These factors are expected to significantly impact on the growth of the goods-to-person segment.
   

North America dominated the autonomous mobile robots market in 2023 with over 35% of the total revenue share. Increasing demand for autonomous mobile robots such as Goods-To-Person Picking Robots and Self-Driving Forklifts from end users such as manufacturing, 3PL and Logistics, and E-commerce and retail in order to eliminate wasteful walk time and accurate inventory management is important factor expected to drive the growth of North America AMR market.
 

Likewise, trend such as e-commerce boom, rapid industrial automation, and logistics & warehousing expansion are responsible to drive the autonomous mobile robots’ market in Asia pacific region. Flourishing e-commerce sector in the countries such as South Koea and India is anticipated to increase demand for autonomous mobile robots for efficient warehouse management.
 

Flourishing electronics and automotive manufacturing section in the county and manufacturers push towards establishing smart manufacturing facilities is resulting in increasing adoption of autonomous mobile robots to automate material handling, assembly, and quality control processes which is a major factor expected to drive the South Korea autonomous mobile robots market.
 

Noticeable increase in the aging population, coupled with the government approach towards providing better elderly care are factors responsible to increase demand for autonomous mobile robots in Japan. Autonomous mobile robots aid in tasks such as medication delivery, patient transport, and disinfection. This lower the burden on healthcare workers and improving patient care.
 

Autonomous Mobile Robots Market Share

Amazon Robotics LLC and Mobile Industrial Robots accounted for a significant revenue share in the market in 2023. Amazon Robotics specializes in designing and manufacturing autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and robotic systems for warehouse automation. Amazon Robotics is a dominant player in the warehouse automation market, significantly influencing industry standards and practices. Amazon continues to expand its use of robotics in new and existing fulfillment centers globally, continually enhancing its logistics capabilities.
 

Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) offers a range of autonomous mobile robots designed to optimize logistics and material handling processes. MiR focuses on developing cutting-edge technologies to enhance the capabilities of their AMRs, including navigation and safety, flexible payload handling, fleet management, etc. MiR’s robots are deployed across diverse industries, including manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and retail, significantly improving operational efficiency and reducing costs.
 

Autonomous Mobile Robots Market Companies

Major players operating in the autonomous mobile robots industry are:

• ABB Robotics
• Blue Skye Automation
• Geekplus Technology Co Ltd.
• Gideon Brothers
• GreyOrange
• Locus Robotics
• Mobile Industrial Robots
• Omron Group.
   

Autonomous Mobile Robots Industry News

• In February 2024, Omron Corporation announced the launch of MD Series of autonomous mobile robots (AMR). This new series is designed to provide greater efficiency at production sites. This new product launch is expected to help company increase its product portfolio and attract new customers it .
   
• In November 2023, Karter, a global AMR solution provider announced the launch of new agile autonomous mobile robot solution. This newly launched solution has fast charging capabilities and can be deployed across different industry verticals.
   

The autonomous mobile robots market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecasts in terms of revenue (USD Million & Volume (Units)) from 2021 to 2032, for the following segments:

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Market, By Component, 2021 - 2032

• Hardware
• Software & Services

Market, By Type, 2021 - 2032

• Goods-To-Person Picking Robots
• Self-Driving Forklifts
• Autonomous Inventory Robots
• Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Market, By Payload Capacity, 2021 - 2032

• Below 100 kg
• 100 kg - 500 kg
• More than 500 kg

Market, By Navigation Technology, 2021 - 2032

• Laser/LiDAR
• Vision Guidance
• Others

Market, By Battery Type, 2021 - 2032

• Lead Battery
• Lithium-Ion Battery
• Nickel-based Battery
• Others

Market, By Application, 2021 - 2032

• Sorting
• Transportation
• Assembly
• Inventory Management
• Others

Market, By End Use, 2021 - 2032

• Manufacturing
• 3PL and Logistics
• E-commerce and retail
• Hospital
• Hospitality
• Others

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • ANZ
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• MEA
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • South Africa
  • Rest of MEA