Industrial Control & Factory Automation Market

The industrial control & factory automation is projected to be worth USD 274.99 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 435.24 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 9.6% from 2025 to 2030. The industrial control & factory automation market is growing as manufacturers look for practical ways to run their operations more efficiently and consistently. Rising labor constraints and cost pressures are leading companies to automate repetitive tasks and improve process control across production lines. At the same time, wider use of connected systems and real-time data is helping factories make better operational decisions and support long-term improvements.

The industrial control & factory automation is projected to be worth USD 274.99 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 435.24 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 9.6% from 2025 to 2030. The industrial control & factory automation market is growing as manufacturers look for practical ways to run their operations more efficiently and consistently. Rising labor constraints and cost pressures are leading companies to automate repetitive tasks and improve process control across production lines. At the same time, wider use of connected systems and real-time data is helping factories make better operational decisions and support long-term improvements.

ABB (Switzerland), Emerson Electric Co. (US), Siemens (Germany), Schneider Electric (France), and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (Japan) are the key players in the industrial control & factory automation market. Market participants have diversified their offerings and expanded globally through strategic growth methods such as launching new products, collaborations, alliances, and partnerships.

In December 2025, ABB announced the acquisition of UK-based IPEC to strengthen its data center and industrial monitoring capabilities. IPEC’s AI-driven electrical diagnostics technology enhances ABB’s predictive maintenance portfolio by enabling early fault detection, reducing downtime, lowering maintenance costs, and improving asset reliability across critical infrastructure sectors.

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In June 2025, Yokogawa Electric Corporation entered a long-term partnership with Shell Global Solutions to integrate robotics, drones, machine vision, and AI into plant monitoring and maintenance. This collaboration includes Shell’s Operator Round by Exception (ORE) technology within Yokogawa’s OpreX Robot Management Core, leading to autonomous inspection, better asset integrity management, and safer operations at energy and chemical facilities.

ABB

ABB is a leading global supplier of industrial control & factory automation solutions. Its wide range of products covers industrial robotics, control systems, drives, motors, electrification products, and automation software. The company supports various industries, including automotive, metals, food & beverages, chemicals, energy, and life sciences. ABB helps manufacturers improve productivity, safety, and energy efficiency. Its offerings include PLCs, distributed control systems, robotics, motion control, and digital automation platforms that enable precise control and reliable operation of complex production environments. ABB focuses on smart manufacturing, connected operations, and predictive maintenance to create more efficient and resilient factories. Ongoing product development, the integration of digital technologies, and investments in robotics and automation solutions strengthen ABB’s role as a key partner for manufacturers adopting modern industrial control & factory automation systems.

FANUC Corporation

FANUC Corporation is a leading global provider of industrial automation solutions. It focuses on industrial robotics, CNC systems, servo motors, and factory automation technologies. The company’s products are commonly used in automated assembly, machining, welding, material handling, and packaging. They support high-speed and precise manufacturing environments. FANUC is noted for the reliability, durability, and long service life of its products. These qualities make them ideal for continuous, high-volume industrial operations. Its robotics and control platforms integrate well with production lines. This allows manufacturers to improve productivity, quality, and consistency in their operations. FANUC also highlights factory automation software, preventive maintenance, and connected manufacturing to create smarter operations. Through ongoing innovation, strong service support, and close partnerships with system integrators and OEMs, the company keeps a strong position in industrial automation across different manufacturing sectors.

Market Ranking

The industrial control & factory automation market, especially in robotics, is highly consolidated. A small group of global companies holds a significant share of installations worldwide. The top five companies—FANUC Corporation, ABB, Yaskawa Electric Corporation, KUKA AG, and Mitsubishi Electric—lead the market with their extensive industrial robot portfolios and strong control system integration. They have a deep presence in both discrete and process manufacturing industries. These players offer a variety of articulated, SCARA, collaborative, and high-payload robots that are widely used in automotive, electronics, metals, food & beverages, and general manufacturing applications. Their ability to provide complete automation solutions, backed by solid research and development capabilities, global service networks, and long-term partnerships with OEMs and system integrators, strengthens their dominant positions.

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