How big is the automated material handling (amh) market today, and what are its future growth expectations?
The automated material handling (AMH) market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $52.56 $ billion in 2024 to $58.84 $ billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to the growing presence of start-up companies providing robotic solutions for warehouse automation, the increasing trend toward smart factories, the rising need for efficiency and productivity of manufacturing, increasing growth of the e-commerce industry, and rising labor costs.
The automated material handling (AMH) market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $91.31 $ billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing growth of the e-commerce industry, increasing efficiency and productivity of warehouse operating companies, growing need for automation in industries, growing autonomous drones for warehouse management, and growing use of robotics in warehousing. Major trends in the forecast period include introduction of technologies to support the logistics and supply chain of the manufacturing unit, advancements in motion control, continuous innovations to manufacture high-quality products, technological advancements, and integration with internet of things (IoT) and data analytics.
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What have been the primary factors driving the automated material handling (amh) market’s growth?
The growing need for automation in various industries is expected to propel the growth of the automated material handling market going forward. Automation in industries refers to using technology and systems to perform tasks and processes with minimal human intervention, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and productivity. The growing need for automation in various industries is due to labor shortages, cost reduction, scalability, and data-driven industry decision-making. Automated material handling streamlines various operations by efficiently managing the movement, storage, and processing of materials, thereby reducing manual labor, minimizing errors, and enhancing overall productivity. For instance, in 2023, according to the International Federation of Robotics, a Germany-based non-profit organization, industrial robot installations in manufacturing climbed by 12% overall in 2022 to reach 41,624 units. The automotive industry, mostly consisting of US, Canadian, and Mexican businesses, was the top adopter with 20,391 installed units, a 30% rise from 2021. Therefore, the growing need for automation in various industries drives the automated material handling market.
What are the key segments within the automated material handling (amh) market?
The automated material handling (AMH) market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Product Type: Hardware, Software, Services
2) By System Types: Unit Load Material Handling System, Bulk Load Material Handling System
3) By Function: Storage, Transportation, Assembly, Other Functions
4) By End-User: Airport, Automotive, Food And Beverages, Retail, Warehousing, And Distribution, Logistic Centers, General Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, Post and Parcel, Other End-Users
Subsegments:
1) By Hardware: Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), Robotic Arms, Conveyor Systems, Sortation Systems, Palletizing Systems
2) By Software: Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Inventory Management Software, Robotics Software, Fleet Management Software, Control Systems
3) By Services: Consulting Services, Installation and Integration Services, Maintenance and Support Services, Training Services, System Upgrades and Optimization Services
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Which key players are shaping the automated material handling (amh) market?
Major companies operating in the automated material handling (AMH) market are Mitsubishi Group, Honeywell International Inc., Toyota Industries Corporation, Murata Machinery Ltd., KION Group AG, Omron Corporation, Jungheinrich AG, FANUC Corporation, Crown Equipment Corporation, Daifuku Co. Ltd., Hyster-Yale Materials Handling Inc., KUKA AG, Dematic, SSI Schaefer Group, Vanderlande, SICK AG, BEUMER Group, Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG, Kardex Group, Swisslog AG, Bastian Solutions LLC
How will emerging trends drive the automated material handling (amh) market throughout the forecast period?
Major companies operating in the automated material handling market are focusing on developing innovative solutions, such as freight movement systems, to meet the increasing demand for more efficient, flexible, and resilient supply chain operations. Freight Movement System, as a part of automated material handling that focuses specifically on transporting goods or materials within a warehouse, factory, or distribution center. This system integrates various automated technologies to improve material handling operations’ efficiency, accuracy, and safety. For instance, in February 2024, ArcBest Corporation, a US-based transport company, launched ArcBest’s Vaux Freight Movement System, an innovative suite of hardware and software that revolutionizes how freight is loaded, unloaded, and transferred in warehouses, on docks, and over the road. The Vaux Freight Movement System enables trailers to be unloaded in less than five minutes, with multiple forklifts swarming and processing the freight from all sides. This approach minimizes driver wait times, reduces damage claims, and enhances dock utilization.
How do regional factors impact the automated material handling (amh) market, and which region is the largest contributor?
North America was the largest region in the automated material handling (AMH) market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the market going forward. The regions covered in the automated material handling (AMH) market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
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The automated material handling (amh) market research report from The Business Research Company offers global market size, growth rate, regional shares, competitor analysis, detailed segments, trends, and opportunities.
Automated material handling (AMH) refers to the use of automated systems and technology to move, store, control, and protect materials and products throughout the processes of manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, and disposal. This involves integrating equipment such as conveyors, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), robotics, automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS), and sorting systems, often managed by software that optimizes the flow and storage of goods. Automated material handling (AMH) aims to improve efficiency, reduce labor costs, minimize errors, and enhance safety by automating tasks that traditionally require manual intervention.
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