Automated Container Terminal Market Report 2026

The automated container terminal market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $13.61 billion in 2025 to $14.13 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to global trade growth, port congestion issues, labor cost pressures, demand for higher throughput, early terminal automation projects.

The automated container terminal market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $16.34 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to investment in smart ports, decarbonization of port operations, AI-driven logistics, demand for faster turnaround times, digital twin adoption. Major trends in the forecast period include expansion of fully automated terminals, adoption of AI-based yard optimization, integration of agvs and ascs, growth of smart port infrastructure, demand for real-time container visibility.

The increasing number of container ports is expected to drive the growth of the automated container terminal market in the coming years. A container port, or container terminal, facilitates the transfer of cargo containers between different transport vehicles for onward movement. Automated container terminals offer higher efficiency and throughput than traditional manual terminals. These systems manage containers more quickly and accurately, resulting in faster ship turnaround times and greater terminal capacity. With the continued growth of global trade, the need for container terminals that are both efficient and capable of handling high throughput is becoming increasingly critical. For example, in June 2025, according to the Department for Transport, a UK-based government organization, container tonnage rose by 13% to 18.2 million tonnes in Q1 2025 compared to Q1 2024. Therefore, the expansion of container ports is fueling the automated container terminal market.

Key companies in the automated container terminal market are developing innovative technological solutions such as Terminal 7 to enhance market profitability. Terminal 7 is Taiwan’s first and largest fully automated container terminal, officially opened for operations. For instance, in August 2023, Evergreen Marine Corporation, a UK-based shipping company, launched Terminal 7 at Kaohsiung Port. The terminal features advanced technologies, including Internet of Things (IoT) networks throughout the facility, optical fiber connectivity, 5G communication systems, and remotely operated gantry cranes. Terminal 7 is designed to handle mega container ships, including Evergreen's 24,000-TEU vessels and future 24 methanol-fueled 16,000-TEU vessels. The development of automated and intelligent container terminals has been significantly enhanced with Terminal 7, which is expected to boost the regional shipping economy and improve operational efficiency.

In August 2023, CMA CGM, a France-based logistics and maritime transportation company, acquired GCT Bayonne and GCT New York from Global Container Terminals (GCT) for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, CMA CGM aims to expand its U.S. East Coast terminal presence, strengthening port capabilities and enhancing its integrated logistics network in a key trade gateway. Global Container Terminals (GCT) is a Canada-based port-terminal operator specializing in advanced container-handling services, operating high-capacity marine terminals capable of managing significant import and export volumes.

Major companies operating in the automated container terminal market report include Siemens AG, Cyberlogitec Co. Ltd, ABB Ltd., Emerson Electric Co., Nidec ASI, Liebherr Group, DP World Limited, Deutschland GmbH, Terex Corporation, Konecranes, Port of Hamburg Marketing, COSCO SHIPPING Ports Limited, JBT Corporation, ORBCOMM, Cargotec Corporation, Port Of Los Angeles, Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries Co. Ltd., Port of Barcelona, INFORM GmbH, Port of Long Beach, Camco Technologies, IDENTEC Solutions, TBA Group, APM Terminals, Künz GmbH.

North America was the largest region in the automated container terminal market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the automated container terminal market report include Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the automated container terminal market report include Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The automated container terminal market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as maintenance and repair, data analytics and control, equipment operation, software support, software support, training, and consulting. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The automated container terminal market also includes the sales of robotic cranes, automated guided vehicles, computerized control systems, real-time data analytics, sensors, artificial intelligence, artificial intelligence, internet of things, maintenance and repair, software support, training, and consulting. 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.

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