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The mobile robots market is estimated to be worth USD 20.3 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 40.6 billion by 2028, at a CAGR of 14.9% during the forecast period. The Increased demand for mobile robots for healthcare and personal use and rapid advancements in robotics and artificial intelligence are major factors driving the growth of the global mobile robots market.

The major players in the mobile robots market with a significant global presence are KUKA (Germany), ABB (Switzerland), Honda Motor (Japan), Mobile Industrial Robots (Denmark) and Omron Automation (US). The market players have adopted various strategies, such as developing advanced products, partnerships, contracts, expansions, and acquisitions, to strengthen their position in the mobile robots market. The organic and inorganic strategies have helped the market players expand globally by providing advanced solutions in the mobile robots market.

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KUKA engages in intelligent automation solutions. It operates through the Systems, Robotics, Swisslog, Swisslog Healthcare, and China segments. The company’s Systems segment offers individual system components, tools, and fixtures to complete turnkey systems. The Robotics segment offers industrial, collaborative, and mobile robots, robot controllers, software, and digital services for the Industrial Internet of Things. The Swisslog segment of KUKA is responsible for the e-commerce/retail and consumer goods market in intralogistics. The Swisslog Healthcare (HCS) segment develops and implements automation solutions for modern hospitals. The China segment comprises all business activities of the Chinese companies in the Systems, Robotics, Swisslog, and Swisslog Healthcare divisions. KUKA provides customers with a comprehensive range of solutions, catering to their needs across various industries. These solutions encompass everything from robots and individual cells to complete automated systems, including their integration and networking. KUKA serves markets such as automotive, electronics, metal and plastic manufacturing, consumer goods, e-commerce/retail, and healthcare.

ABB is a Swiss multinational corporation, a technology leader in terms of electrification, industrial automation, motion, and robotics and discrete automation. ABB offers a range of autonomous mobile robots products that are designed to operate in industrial and logistics settings, improving efficiency and safety. ABB’s products and services are used by wide range of industries, including utilities, transportation, manufacturing, and infrastructure. The company operates through four business segments: Electrification, Motion, Process Automation, and Robotics & Discrete Automation. The company offers AMR products under Robotics & Discrete Automation segment, these robots are equipped with machine vision systems, sensors, and AI algorithms that enable them to navigate through complex environments and interact safely with human workers.

Honda Motor is involved in the production and distribution of automobiles, motorcycles, and power products. The company operates through several key segments: Automobile, Motorcycle, Financial Services, and Power Product and Other Businesses. The Automobile segment focuses on manufacturing and selling automobiles, along with associated accessories. The Motorcycle segment is responsible for all-terrain vehicles, motorcycle business operations, and the sale of related parts. The Financial Services segment provides a range of financial and insurance services. Lastly, the Power Product and Other Businesses segment specializes in power products and their respective components. Honda has established Honda Robotics to represent its robotics innovations and application products. Honda Robotics offers Advanced Step in Innovative Mobility (ASIMO)—humanoid robot, UNI-CUB, walking assist robot, and high-access survey robot.

Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) designs and manufactures autonomous mobile robots for use in industrial environments. In October 2022, Mobile Industrial Robots has merged with sister company AutoGuide Mobile Robots to become a single supplier of AMRs. The robots designed by the company are intended to assist businesses in automating material transportation and logistics, lowering costs, and enhancing production. These robots are used in a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, logistics & 3PL, and hospitality, electronics, FMCG, and life sciences. MiR was acquired by Teradyne in 2018 and in 2022 Teradyne acquired AutoGuide Mobile Robots and merged it into MiR to deliver a broad AMR product line from low to heavy payload. Mobile Industrial Robots’ main product line focuses on autonomous mobile robots capable of transporting items, pallets, and carts and moving materials between manufacturing lines and storage spaces.

Omron Automation is one of the global leaders in industrial automation solutions. Omron Automation is industrial automation partner that offers fully integrated automation solutions that include control, safety, vision, motion, sensing, and robotics. Omron Automation’s product portfolio includes a wide range of automation component, including relays, sensors, timers, mobile robots, switches, and controllers. The company also offers advanced systems and software solutions that can be customized to meet specific business needs. Omron Automation solutions are commonly utilized across a wide range of industries, including automotive, Food & Beverage, pharmaceutical, packaging, and semiconductor. Omron Automation offers a range of advanced autonomous mobile robots combined with advanced technologies such as vision guidance, mapping, and navigation to provide seamless automation solutions across industries.

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