Automated Sortation System Global Market Report 2024

The automated sortation system market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $6.6 billion in 2023 to $7.09 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4%. The growth observed in the historical period can be attributed to several factors, including increased handling capacity, rising demand for speed and efficiency, considerations related to labor costs and availability, competitive pressures within the industry, and the demonstrated return on investment (ROI) associated with implementing automated sortation systems.

The automated sortation system market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $9.56 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8%. The projected growth in the upcoming period can be attributed to various factors, including the escalation of labor costs, the increasing emphasis on supply chain resilience and agility, the dynamics of globalization and trade, the utilization of data analytics and optimization techniques, and the expansion of e-commerce activities. Major trends anticipated in the forecast period encompass the adoption of autonomous sorting technologies, the integration of advanced robotics, AI-driven optimization strategies, predictive maintenance practices, and the development of dynamic sortation networks.

The anticipated surge in e-commerce sales is set to propel the growth of the automated sortation system market in the coming years. E-commerce sales denote online transactions where goods or services are electronically bought and sold, often via websites or mobile applications, bypassing traditional physical stores. The increasing ease of online shopping, combined with a wider product selection and competitive pricing, has driven the uptick in e-commerce sales. Automated sortation systems in e-commerce facilitate order processing by efficiently sorting and directing packages, thereby improving operational efficiency and order fulfillment speed. For instance, data from the United States Census Bureau, a US-based government agency, in February 2024 indicated that e-commerce sales surged to$1.11 trillion in 2023, marking a 7.6% increase from 2022. Consequently, the escalating e-commerce sales are fueling the expansion of the automated sortation system market.

Key players in the automated sortation system market are embracing innovative automation and robotic solutions for warehouse operations, including sorting and order retrieval solutions, to gain a competitive advantage. Sorting and order retrieval solutions encompass technologies and systems designed to automate and streamline the sorting of items and retrieval of orders in warehouses, distribution centers, and fulfillment centers. For example, in March 2024, OPEX Corporation, a US-based provider of automation solutions, introduced two new solutions, OPEX Sure Sort X and OPEX Xtract, an advanced automated sortation and order retrieval solution aimed at optimizing automated sorting and order retrieval processes. The OPEX Sure Sort automated sorting system is a high-speed, small-item robotic sorting system that reduces the need for excessive manual handling, thereby boosting productivity without increasing labor requirements.

In August 2023, Duravant LLC, a US-based automation equipment company, acquired National Provider Identifier for an undisclosed sum. Through this acquisition, Duravant LLC seeks to broaden its material handling equipment portfolio and reinforce its presence in e-commerce, distribution centers, and parcel and courier operations. National Presort LP is a US-based provider of automated sortation systems.

Major companies operating in the automated sortation system market are Siemens AG, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Daifuku Co. Ltd., Dematic Corp, SSI Schaefer, Vanderlande Industries, Murata Machinery Ltd., Fives Group, Honeywell Intelligrated, Beumer Group GmbH, Interroll Group, Eisenmann SE, Bastian Solutions Inc., Knapp AG, Viastore Systems GmbH, Grenzebach Group, Cimcorp, TGW Logistics Group, Berkshire Grey Inc., SDI Group, Swisslog Holding AG, Datex Corporation, Conveyco Technologies, Eurosort Systems, Fortna Inc.

Europe was the largest region in the automated sortation system market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the automated sortation system market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the automated sortation system market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

An automated sortation system is a mechanized solution implemented in warehouses or distribution centers to efficiently sort and route items based on predefined criteria such as destination, size, or weight. This system finds application across various industries and sectors, including logistics, e-commerce, and manufacturing, aiming to streamline the sorting process and boost productivity.

The primary components of an automated sortation system consist of hardware and software. Automated sortation hardware comprises the physical components and equipment utilized to facilitate the sorting process with efficiency and precision. These systems encompass unit sorters, case sorters, and combo sorters, incorporating sorting technologies such as linear sorters, divert systems, and circular sorters. They cater to diverse end-use industries, including retail and e-commerce, food and beverages, transportation and logistics, pharmaceuticals, and other sectors.

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The automated sortation system market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as sorting, batch sorting, and routing. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The automated sortation system market also includes sales of products including conveyor systems, sorters, barcode scanners, radio frequency identification (RFID) readers, sensors and detection systems, control systems, robotics, and packaging equipment. 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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