Global Packaging Robots Market Size to worth USD 20.45 Billion by 2033: Market Statistics Report

Global Packaging Robots Market Size to worth USD 20.45 Billion by 2033

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The Global Packaging Robots Market Size is Expected to Grow from USD 5.99 Billion in 2023 to USD 20.45 Billion by 2033, at a CAGR of 13.06% during the forecast period 2023-2033.  

Browse key industry insights spread across 210 pages with 110 Market data tables and figures & charts from the report on the Global Packaging Robots Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Robot Type (Delta Robots, Scara Robots, Cobots, and Others), By Operation Type (Pick & Place, Case Packaging, Palletizing, and Others), By Industry (Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Consumer Goods, Electronics, and Others), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Analysis and Forecast 2023 – 2033.     

Packaging robots refer to automated machines that use robotic arms to perform packaging tasks. The system is intelligent computers with “arms” that can pick up products, move objects, label items, seal packages, and more. The advantages of automation have long been taken advantage of by the packaging sector. Worldwide, production lines and warehouses use robotic packaging systems, which are an essential part of the packaging process. It refers to the use of automated machinery and robots to carry out packaging tasks, often in an industrial setting. The increase in the need for automation in industry verticals, usage of robots for maximum efficiency, and cost reduction benefits are driving the market. The growing collaboration of packaging robots with e-commerce is also responsible for propelling the market. On the contrary, the high initial cost and shortage of skilled & trained personnel are challenging the market growth.  

The cobots segment dominates the market with the largest market share during the forecast period.

Based on the robot type, the global packaging robots market is divided into delta robots, scary robots, cobots, and others. Among these, the cobots segment dominates the market with the largest market share during the forecast period. Cobots are the well-known category that focuses on delivering improved operation efficiency with their lightweight design and easy-to-program capabilities. 

The pick & place segment is expected to dominate the market during the forecast period.

Based on the operation type, the global packaging robots market is divided into pick & place, case packing, palletizing, and others. Among these, the pick & place segment is expected to dominate the market during the forecast period. The rising precise handling and speed in addition to increased advancements in sorting and packaging products for the ecommerce sector is driving the market in the pick & place segment.

The consumer goods segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the industry, the global packaging robots market is divided into food & beverage, pharmaceutical, consumer goods, electronics, and others. Among these, the consumer goods segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period. The rising demand from end users for high-speed packaging, case packaging, and efficient pick-and-place solutions is bolstering the market demand.

North America is projected to hold the largest share of the global packaging robots market over the forecast period.

North America is projected to hold the largest share of the global packaging robots market over the forecast period. The strong presence of established food and consumer goods manufacturers with the increasing investment in automated production and packaging solutions are driving the market. In addition, the technological advancements and adoption of robotic packaging solutions across all levels of manufacturing are significantly contributing to market growth.

Asia Pacific is predicted to grow at the fastest CAGR in the packaging robots market over the forecast period. The presence of well-established market players in the region is significantly driving the market. Further, the rapid industrialization and surging new entrepreneurs targeting the FMCG segment are contributing to propelling the market.

Company Profiling

Major key players in the packaging robots market include ABB, Syntegon Technology GmBH, YASKAWA ELECTRIC CORPORATION, Universal Robots, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, NACHI-FUJIKOSHI CORP., Doosan Robotics, Comau SpA, KUKA AG, Krones Group, FANUC CORPORATION, Schubert Group, DENSO CORPORATION, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd., Omron Corporation, and Others.

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting And Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Recent Developments

• In September 2024, Premier Tech a Canada-based technology company marked a century of operations. The company offers products and services for smart manufacturing, packaging and palletizing, life sciences, and agricultural/horticultural applications.

• In July 2024, FANUC America, the global leader in robotics and automation systems, officially unveiled its new 650,000-square-foot West Campus facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The expansion increases the footprint in Michigan to over 2 million square feet and is part of FANUC America's strategic investment plan to support and advance industrial automation in North America.  

• In February 2024, Sorma Group announced the launch of its new box-filling robot, yet another solution for improving automation in the post-harvesting processing of fruit and vegetables.

• In November 2023, ABB launched the IRB 930 SCARA robot to transform pick-and-place and assembly operations. ABB Robotics is expanding its industrial SCARA robot portfolio with the addition of the IRB 930. The new robot, compromising three variants capable of handling 12 kg and 22 kg payloads, has been designed to meet the demands of new growth opportunities in traditional and new markets.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2023 to 2033. Spherical Insights has segmented the global packaging robots market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Global Packaging Robots Market, By Robot Type  

• Delta Robots
• Scara Robots
• Cobots
• Others (CRX Robots)

Global Packaging Robots Market, By Operation Type

• Pick & Place
• Packing
• Palletizing
• Others

Global Packaging Robots Market, By Industry

• Food & Beverage
• Pharmaceutical
• Consumer Goods
• Electronics
• Others

Global Packaging Robots Market, Regional Analysis

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • Uk
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Qatar
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa