Hydraulic and Electric Linear Actuators Market Report 2026

The hydraulic and electric linear actuators market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $76.04 billion in 2025 to $84.44 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to industrial automation growth, machinery modernization, aerospace expansion, construction equipment demand, oil and gas investments.

The hydraulic and electric linear actuators market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $126.88 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to robotics deployment growth, renewable energy projects, smart factory adoption, demand for precise motion systems, electrification trends. Major trends in the forecast period include shift toward electric actuation, hybrid actuator adoption, high precision motion control, energy efficient actuator systems, compact actuator designs.

The rising demand for automation is expected to drive the growth of the hydraulic and electric linear actuators market in the coming years. Automation involves using technology to perform processes or tasks independently, reducing reliance on human intervention while improving productivity and consistency. This demand is fueled by the need for higher efficiency, increased productivity, and cost reduction in manufacturing and business operations. Hydraulic and electric linear actuators support automation by providing precise, controlled movement and force in machinery, enhancing accuracy and operational efficiency in industrial processes. For example, in September 2024, the International Federation of Robotics reported in the World Robotics Report that approximately 4,281,585 industrial robots were operating in factories worldwide in 2023, a 10% increase from the previous year. Annual installations exceeded 541,302 units, with 70% deployed in Asia, 17% in Europe, and 10% in the Americas, highlighting both global scale and regional concentration of automation growth. Consequently, the increase in automation demand is fueling the hydraulic and electric linear actuators market.

The market is also being driven by technological innovations such as industrial positioning actuators, which enhance precision, versatility, and usability in automation applications. Industrial positioning actuators precisely control the position of machinery or components within automated systems, improving accuracy and efficiency in manufacturing and assembly processes. For instance, in May 2023, Motion Plus LLC, a US-based precision motion and control solutions provider, launched the Motus1 (M1) industrial positioning actuator. The M1 uses belt and screw drives, making it suitable for assembly lines, gantries, material handling, packaging, and palletizing applications. With ingress protection (IP) 54 compliance through stainless-steel strip sealing and optional seal kits, the M1 actuator provides reliable, precise, and high-quality motion control for industrial use.

In September 2023, Emerson Electric Co., a US-based technology and engineering company, acquired Afag Holding AG for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition strengthens Emerson's factory automation capabilities by integrating Afag’s advanced electric linear motion solutions with Emerson’s pneumatic technologies, expanding its market reach. Afag Holding AG is a Switzerland-based manufacturer of assembly automation components, including electric linear actuators.

Major companies operating in the hydraulic and electric linear actuators market are Eaton Corporation plc, Parker Hannifin Corporation, Emerson Electric Co., SKF Group AB, Bosch Rexroth AG, Thomson Industries Inc., Ametek Inc., SMC Corporation, Flowserve Corp., Moog Inc., KYB Corporation, Curtiss-Wright Corporation, Rotork plc, SCHUNK SE & Co. KG., Timotion Technology Co Ltd, Bimba Manufacturing Co, Power-Packer inc., Tolomatic Inc, LINAK AKTIESELSKAB, Kyntronics Inc., Römheld GmbH Friedrichshütte, Actuonix Motion Devices Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the hydraulic and electric linear actuators market in 2025. The regions covered in the hydraulic and electric linear actuators market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the hydraulic and electric linear actuators market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The hydraulic and electric linear actuators market consists of sales of hydraulic cylinders, double-acting and single-acting hydraulic actuators, electric actuators, ball screw actuators, belt drive actuators, and control systems with sensors and feedback devices. 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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