Aerospace Robotics Market Research Report Information By Type (Traditional Robots[Articulated, Parallel, Linear/Cartesian, Scara ] Collaborative Robots), By Component (Controller, Sensor, Drive, and End Effector(Welding Guns, Grippers, Robotic Screwdrivers, Sanding & Deburring Tool, Specialty & Hybrid End Effectors ),By Payload (up to 16.00 kg, 16.01–60.00 kg, 60.01–225.00 kg, and more than 225.00 kg), By Application (Drilling & Fastening, Non-Destructive Testing & Inspection, Welding & Soldering, Sealing ,Dispensing) Region-Forecast 2030

Aerospace Robotics Market Summary

As per Market Research Future Analysis, the global aerospace robotics market is poised for significant growth, anticipated to reach USD 31.58 Billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 11.7% from 2023 to 2030. The market is driven by increasing demand for automation in aircraft manufacturing, particularly in military aircraft production across major countries. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted production capacities but has also highlighted the opportunities for robotics to enhance efficiency and safety in manufacturing processes. The market is segmented by type, component, payload, application, and region, with Asia-Pacific leading in market share and growth potential.

Key Market Trends & Highlights

The aerospace robotics market is characterized by rapid advancements and increasing adoption across various applications.

• Market Size in 2030: USD 31.58 Billion
• CAGR from 2023 to 2030: 11.7%
• Asia-Pacific led the market in 2021 and is expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
• SCARA segment projected to exhibit the highest CAGR of 11.1% during the forecasted period.

Market Size & Forecast

Market Size in 2030: USD 31.58 Billion

CAGR from 2023 to 2030: 11.7%

Largest Regional Market Share in 2021: Asia-Pacific

SCARA segment CAGR: 11.1%.

Major Players

Key players include Kuka AG, ABB Group, FANUC Corporation, Yaskawa Electric Corporation, Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd, Mtorres, and Boston Dynamics.

 

   COVID-19 Impact vs  Opportunities for Global Aerospace Robotics Market COVID-19 created a major impact on the aerospace robotics market. Almost every country has opted for the lockdown option for manufacturing facilities. To prevent the spread of Covid-19, the government has taken strict actions such as the shutdown of production, blocking international trade, and many more. The companies such as chemicals and pharmaceuticals are allowed operations with certain safety rules. Covid-19 has severely affected the semiconductor manufacturing industry and disrupted the global supply chain. Moreover, the strict regulations put by the government ensuring social distancing and limited workforce in manufacturing hubs at a particular time drastically impacted the production capacity of the semiconductor industry. In manufacturing, some of the tasks that humans can better perform, and other task can perform better by robots. The introduction of robots in aircraft manufacturing is a key opportunity for the aerospace robotics market. Furthermore, the human robot collaboration increases productivity and enhances safety in the aerospace industry. Market Dynamics

• Drivers

Increasing demand for aerospace robotics from aircraft manufacturers to accomplish the production target within the period drives the growth of the global market. The increasing demand for robotics in the aerospace industry is expected to drive the growth of the global market over the forecast period. The continuous growth of automation in the aerospace industry is another factor fueling the market growth. Increasing production of military aircraft in the US, India, China, Russia, and the UK is the factor expected to drive the growth of the global aerospace robotics market over the forecast period.

• Opportunities

In the aerospace industry, robots replace traditional production processes to perform tasks that require skills that humans can’t achieve. The emergence of collaborative robots is increased due to the collaboration between human-robot collaboration, with robots operating with human employees. The integration of robots with the human workforce has increased efficiency and productivity

• Restraint

Rapid development, with growing demand for robots in industrial robotization and the field of aerospace robotics. Aerospace and industrial robotics are growing fast across the globe. The global supply of aerospace robotics has doubled from 159,000 in 2012 to 294,000 in 2016. For complex functioning, highly skilled or technical employees must operate robots. Many companies have difficulty employing skilled operators who possess the necessary technical skills to operate robots is a major factor restraining the adoption of robotics in the aerospace industry.

Value Chain Analysis

The manufacturers in numerous industries are increasing productivity by taking advantage of automation technologies. Robotics is slowly gaining acceptance by the workforce as a critical manufacturing technology for its reliability and is being utilized more extensively in medium and small enterprises.

Segment Overview

The global aerospace robotics market has been segmented on the basis of type, component, payload, application, and region. The global aerospace robotics market, based on type, market is segmented into traditional robots and collaborative robots. The traditional robots, the market has been sub-segmented into articulated, parallel, linear/cartesian, SCARA and others. The SCARA segment is expected to exhibit the highest CAGR of 11.1% during the forecasted period. The global market, based on component, is segmented into controller, sensor, drive, end effector and others. Based on end effector sub-segmented into welding guns, grippers, robotic screwdrivers, sanding & deburring tool, specialty & hybrid end effectors and others. The global aerospace robotics market, based on payload, has been segmented into Up to 16.00 kg, 16.01–60.00 kg, 60.01–225.00 kg and more than 225.00 kg. Among these, the Up to 16.00 kg segment is likely to contribute the largest market share during the review period. The global market, based on application, is segmented into drilling & fastening, non-destructive testing & inspection, welding & soldering, sealing & dispensing, handling, assembling & disassembling, and others. The global market, based on region is bifurcated into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and the Middle East & Africa.

Recent News:

In 2024, MDA Space, a trusted mission partner to the rapidly developing global space sector, launched MDA SKYMAKERTM, a new suite of space robotics designed to satisfy the various needs of our clients' most ambitious missions. MDA SKYMAKERTM, the world's premier space robotics technology and services, was launched at the Space Symposium conference in Colorado Springs and is now accessible for all missions and applications.

Regional Analysis The global aerospace robotics market has been studied across Asia-Pacific, North America, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and South America. Asia-Pacific led the Global Market in 2021, whereas the market in Asia-Pacific is expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. Additionally, the increased global aircraft demand and production and increased usage of robotics in aircraft manufacturing operations are fueling the growth of the North American market. The growing need for increased operational efficiency, enhanced safety, and new technological breakthrough in the aerospace industry is also expected to drive the market in the region. Europe is among the top market leader in robotics, logistics, and construction manufacturing and production. The aerospace robotics market is growing due to increased demand for automation and safety in businesses and the emergence of low-cost, energy-efficient robots.. Competitive Landscape The market for Aerospace Robotics has been witnessing a significant growth over the forecast period owing to increase in global aircraft demand & manufacturing and increasing use of robots for efficient aircraft production processes. There exist several local, regional, and global players in the market who continuously strive to gain a significant share of the overall market. During the study, MRFR has analyzed some of the major players in the global aerospace robotics market who have contributed to the market growth. These include Kuka AG, ABB Group, FANUC Corporation, Yaskawa electric corporation, Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd, Mtorres, Oliver Crispin Robotics Limited, Gudel AG, Electroimpact Inc., Universal Robots A/S, STÄUBLI, COMAU, FESTO, and BOSTON DYNAMICS.

Recent Developments

Fanuc Corporation aims at increasing its sales with the help of organic and inorganic strategies. The company emphasizes expanding its product portfolio and marketing its services to obtain a competitive advantage. It focuses on acquisitions and mergers to expand its geographic reach and technical expertise. Furthermore, the company also focuses on maintaining a healthy relationship with its channel partners to enhance the accessibility of its product and services to the market. KUKA AG invests heavily in its research & development to supply innovative products and sustainably compete globally. The company has collaborated with various other technology providers to sustain and expand its market presence. The company is concentrating on expanding its innovative and technological leadership by targeting fast-growing global markets and continuing to work on efficient structures. The company aims to take advantage of regional growth potential, especially in the high-growth countries of Asia and North America.

Aerospace Robotics Market Industry Developments

• Q2 2024: Airbus inaugurates new robotics-driven assembly line for A320 Family in Toulouse Airbus opened a state-of-the-art assembly line in Toulouse featuring advanced robotics and digital technologies to enhance efficiency and precision in aircraft manufacturing.
• Q2 2024: Boeing partners with Sarcos Robotics to deploy robotic arms for aircraft inspection Boeing announced a partnership with Sarcos Robotics to integrate robotic arms into its aircraft inspection processes, aiming to improve safety and reduce turnaround times.
• Q3 2024: Northrop Grumman wins $120M contract to supply robotic systems for U.S. Air Force maintenance Northrop Grumman secured a $120 million contract to deliver advanced robotics for aircraft maintenance, supporting the U.S. Air Force's modernization efforts.
• Q3 2024: Lockheed Martin launches AI-powered robotic drilling system for fighter jet production Lockheed Martin unveiled a new AI-driven robotic drilling system designed to increase speed and accuracy in the production of F-35 fighter jets.
• Q4 2024: ABB opens new robotics R&D center focused on aerospace automation in Germany ABB inaugurated a research and development center in Germany dedicated to advancing robotics solutions for aerospace manufacturing and maintenance.
• Q4 2024: KUKA signs partnership with Rolls-Royce for robotic engine assembly KUKA entered a strategic partnership with Rolls-Royce to deploy collaborative robots in the assembly of aircraft engines, aiming to boost productivity and quality.
• Q1 2025: Aerospace robotics startup Aerobotix raises $40M Series C to expand autonomous painting systems Aerobotix secured $40 million in Series C funding to scale its autonomous robotic painting solutions for commercial and military aircraft.
• Q1 2025: GE Aviation deploys robotic inspection platform for jet engine maintenance GE Aviation announced the rollout of a robotic inspection platform to automate jet engine maintenance, improving turnaround times and reducing costs.
• Q2 2025: Thales acquires French robotics firm Robosoft to boost aerospace automation capabilities Thales completed the acquisition of Robosoft, a French robotics company, to strengthen its portfolio of automation solutions for aerospace manufacturing.
• Q2 2025: Spirit AeroSystems opens new facility for robotic composite manufacturing in Kansas Spirit AeroSystems launched a new manufacturing facility in Kansas equipped with advanced robotics for composite material production in aerospace applications.
• Q3 2025: Safran wins contract to supply robotic systems for European Space Agency satellite assembly Safran was awarded a contract to provide robotic assembly systems for the European Space Agency's next-generation satellite program.
• Q3 2025: Robotic startup SkyRobotics announces partnership with NASA for autonomous spacecraft servicing SkyRobotics revealed a partnership with NASA to develop autonomous robotic systems for in-orbit spacecraft servicing and maintenance.

Report Overview

As per MRFR, the global aerospace robotics market has been growing significantly over the past few years. The global market has been segmented on the basis of type, component, payload, application, and region. Based on region, the market has been segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East & Africa, and South America. Objective of the Study

• To provide a detailed analysis of the market structure along with the forecast of the various segments and sub-segments of the global aerospace robotics market for the next five-six years
• To provide insights about factors affecting the market growth
• To analyze the global aerospace robotics market based on various tools such as supply chain analysis and Porter’s five force analysis
• To provide historical and forecast revenue of the market segments and sub-segments with respect to regions and their respective key countries
• To provide a country-level analysis of the market with respect to the current market size and future prospective
• To provide country-level analysis of the market for segments by type, component, payload, application, and region
• To provide strategic profiling of key players in the market, comprehensively analyzing their core competencies, and drawing a competitive landscape for the market
• To track and analyze competitive developments such as joint ventures, strategic alliances, mergers and acquisitions, new product developments, and research and developments in the aerospace robotics market

Scope of the Report The scope of the global aerospace robotics market study includes the market size analysis and a detailed analysis of the vendor's products and strategies. The market has been segmented based on Type, Component, Payload, Application, and Region. Intended Audience

• Semi-Conductor Industry
• Robotics Industry
• Aerospace Industry
• Industry Automation
• Technology Investors
• Regulatory Industries
• Government Bodies

Report Attribute/Metric	Details
Market Size	2030 USD 31.58 Billion
CAGR	11.7% CAGR (2023-2030)
Base Year	2021
Forecast Period	2023-2030
Historical Data	2020
Forecast Units	Value (USD Billion)
Report Coverage	Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends
Segments Covered	Type, Component, Payload, Application, and Region
Geographies Covered	North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South America
Key Vendors	Kuka AG, ABB Group, FANUC Corporation, Yaskawa electric corporation, Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd, Mtorres, Oliver Crispin Robotics Limited, Gudel AG, Electroimpact Inc., Universal Robots A/S, STÄUBLI, COMAU, FESTO, and BOSTON DYNAMICS.
Key Market Opportunities	Human-robot collaboration
Key Market Drivers	Increase in global aircraft demand and manufacturing Increasing use of robots for efficient aircraft production processes