Warehouse Automation Market Report 2025

The warehouse automation market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $21.42 billion in 2024 to $24.09 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to e-commerce growth, labor shortages and costs, global supply chain complexity, consumer expectations for faster delivery, inventory management efficiency.

The warehouse automation market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $42.25 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rise in same-day and on-demand delivery, sustainability and green warehousing, microfulfillment centers. Major trends in the forecast period include warehouse execution systems (WES), voice-activated and wearable technologies, automated palletizing and depalletizing systems, real-time monitoring and analytics, sustainable and green warehouse solutions.

The growth in e-commerce sales is set to drive the expansion of the warehouse automation market. As retailers face challenges in managing the rising volume of orders and the demands of last-mile delivery, warehouse automation is rapidly becoming a key advantage for those seeking to outpace their competitors, particularly in the competitive e-grocery sector. For example, in May 2024, the United States Census Bureau, a government agency, reported that e-commerce estimates for the first quarter of 2024 rose by 8.5 percent compared to the first quarter of 2023, while total retail sales increased by 2.8 percent during the same period. Consequently, the growth of the e-commerce sector is expected to significantly enhance the warehouse automation market in the upcoming forecast period.

The integration of robotics is anticipated to accelerate the growth of the warehouse management system market in the future. Robotics involves the technology focused on the design, construction, operation, and application of robots. Warehouse management systems improve efficiency in robot-operated warehouses by streamlining inventory tracking, order fulfillment, and overall logistics. For example, in September 2023, the World Robotics report published by the International Federation of Robotics, a professional non-profit organization based in Germany, indicated that there were 553,052 industrial robot installations in factories globally, reflecting a 5% year-on-year growth rate in 2022. Thus, the integration of robotics is significantly driving the warehouse management system market.

Investment in storage activities is a significant trend gaining traction in the warehouse automation market. Companies within this sector are increasingly allocating resources to storage facilities to enhance their product development initiatives and secure a competitive advantage by launching technologically advanced products with superior operational capabilities and performance. For instance, in July 2024, Mytra, a US-based warehouse robotics automation company, announced $78 million in funding to tackle physical storage challenges. The goal is to transform warehouse logistics through the introduction of a high-density, AI-driven automation solution for material storage and movement. This funding will facilitate the development of an adaptable 3D lattice system that optimizes space and improves efficiency by decreasing reliance on traditional conveyor systems. With its intelligent robotic system, Mytra aims to address the intricate issues related to 'material flow,' enabling businesses to adapt to changes in layout and demand without incurring excessive costs.

Leading companies in the warehouse automation market are prioritizing advanced solutions to deliver reliable services to their customers. For example, in September 2024, Stow Group, a Belgium-based warehouse automation provider, launched Movu Robotics. This new offering includes a range of innovative solutions designed to optimize warehouse operations. Movu Atlas increases pallet storage density, while Movu Escala facilitates bin transport. The Movu iFollow Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) assists operators in moving pallets, and Movu Eligo enhances order-picking accuracy. Collectively, these products create a plug-and-play automation ecosystem that improves handling and storage efficiency across various sectors.

In March 2023, Jungheinrich AG, a Germany-based sales financing company, acquired Storage Solutions, Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aligns with Jungheinrich's strategy to strengthen its position in the material handling and warehouse solutions market. By leveraging Storage Solutions' expertise in customized storage solutions and warehouse space optimization, Jungheinrich aims to enhance its offerings. Storage Solutions, Inc. is a US-based provider specializing in warehouse automation solutions.

Major companies operating in the warehouse automation market include Viastore Systems Inc., ABB Ltd., Toyota Industries Corporation, Kion Group AG, Omron Corporation, Daifuku Co Ltd., Yaskawa Electric Corp Inc., KUKA Group, Schaefer Systems International Pvt Ltd., Honeywell Intelligrated Systems Inc., KNAPP Group, Vanderlande Industries BV, SSI Schaefer AG, Material Handling Systems Inc., WITRON Logistik + Informatik GmbH, Mecalux SA, Beumer Group, TGW Logistics Group, Swisslog Holding, Interroll Group, Bastian Solutions LLC, Kardex Group, Grenzebach Group, System Logistics SpA, Locus Robotics, Murata Machinery Ltd., Kardex Remstar LLC, Godrej Koerber Supply Chain Limited, Space Magnum Equipments Pvt Ltd., Fives Group.

North America was the largest region in the warehouse management system market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the warehouse automation market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the warehouse automation market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The warehouse automation refer to devices or systems used to streamline repetitive warehouse operations and make them less labor intensive to generate greater operational efficiencies. Warehouse automation is an integral part of supply chain optimization, as it reduces time, effort, and errors caused by manual or repetitive tasks. These automated systems are transforming operational facilities by increasing the speed of inventory movement, increasing storage density, reducing labor costs, and improving human safety inside the facility.

The main types of warehouse automation are conveyor/sortation systems, automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS), mobile robots, warehouse management systems (WMS), and automatic identification and data capture (AIDC). Sortation is the act of detecting individual objects on a conveyor system and routing them to the appropriate areas with the help of a variety of devices controlled by task-specific software. They are divided based on components in hardware and software that can perform activities such as inbound, picking, and outbound. There are various end users of warehouse automation, such as general merchandise, healthcare, FMCG/non-durable goods, and other end users.

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The warehouse management system market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as inbound logistics and outbound logistics tools for picking and packing processes, resource utilization, analytics, and others. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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