The Chinese industrial robot market is valued at US$9.4239 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach US$16.545 billion by 2033, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 6.1% from 2025 to 2033. Rapidly growing demand for automation in key manufacturing sectors such as electronics and automotive, driven by rising labor costs and an aging workforce, is a significant driver of market growth. Furthermore, the shift to intelligent manufacturing significantly improves productivity, quality control, and operational efficiency, fueling the rapid development of China’s industrial robot industry.
Growing initiatives and investments by the Chinese government are significantly stimulating market demand. For example, in March 2025, China’s National Development and Reform Commission announced the establishment of a state-owned venture capital fund aimed at raising nearly 1 trillion yuan over the next 20 years to support robotics, artificial intelligence, and smart manufacturing, underscoring the government’s strong commitment to expanding domestic technology adoption and innovation. Through a combination of significant investments, targeted incentives, and coordinated planning, the government is spurring the development of the industrial automation and robotics industries.
Furthermore, the rapid development of AI-powered industrial robots for tasks such as floor cleaning, material handling, and assembly has significantly accelerated the development of China’s industrial robotics industry. These robots leverage advanced AI technologies to improve efficiency, precision, and automation in manufacturing and service industries, thereby reducing labor costs and increasing productivity. China’s focus on innovation and expanding manufacturing capacity, as well as their increasing adoption in industries such as automotive, electronics, and healthcare, is expected to fuel rapid growth in this sector in the coming years.
Moreover, the rise of collaborative robots (cobots) and regional industrial hubs is driving the adoption of robotics in China, extending its application beyond traditional large-scale manufacturing to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and specialized industries. Chinese cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Guangzhou have become innovation hubs focused on robotics applications in fields such as artificial intelligence, electronics, automotive, and aerospace. This regional dynamic is accelerating the adoption of specialized automation solutions across China’s vast industrial sectors, fostering technology adoption, innovation, and deeper robotic penetration across the country, thereby spurring the development of Chinese industrial robotics.
Moreover, leading companies in China’s industrial robotics sector are implementing a comprehensive strategy to capitalize on China’s rapid automation development and government support. Many leading global and Chinese companies are actively investing in local manufacturing and R&D capabilities to adapt robots to China’s diverse industrial needs while simultaneously reducing costs and shortening delivery times. For example, in July 2025, ABB Ltd. launched three new series of robots manufactured at its Shanghai Gigafactory. These series combine artificial intelligence and cloud technologies, offering flexible and scalable solutions for small, medium, and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). These strategies by these leading companies are expected to fuel market growth in the coming years.
The material handling sector leads the market, holding the largest share – over 43% in 2024. This growth is driven by growing demand in the manufacturing industry for automated material handling and material handling processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual labor. Rising labor costs and labor shortages in China are accelerating the adoption of robots for material handling, particularly in the electronics, automotive, and consumer goods industries. This trend is also supported by the introduction of collaborative robots (cobots), which can safely work alongside humans, advanced sensor technologies for precise object manipulation, and integration with artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things (IoT) to monitor and optimize material handling operations in real time.
The machining sector is projected to become the industry leader, growing at a compound annual growth rate of over 17% from 2025 to 2033. This growth is driven by advances in robotics, which improve the precision and stability of manufacturing processes such as welding, machining, and assembly. China’s transition to smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 is driving growing demand for robots capable of performing complex machining tasks with high precision. Furthermore, the integration of additive manufacturing (3D printing) and the use of AI-powered robotics for adaptive process control are fueling the sector’s growth.
The electrical and electronics sector will capture the largest market share in 2024, driven by the need for high-precision and high-speed automation to meet growing demand for consumer electronics. China’s position as a global hub for electronics manufacturing and government initiatives promoting automation are helping to maintain competitiveness. Compact and flexible robots for precise assembly tasks, advanced artificial intelligence and machine vision systems for quality control, and the increasing adoption of collaborative robots on electronics production lines to improve efficiency and reduce human error are fueling growth in this sector.
The chemical, rubber, and plastics industry is expected to exhibit the highest compound annual growth rate (CAGR) between 2025 and 2033. This growth is primarily driven by stringent regulatory requirements for the safe handling of hazardous materials and the need to improve production safety and efficiency. The use of robots for precise dosing, mixing, and packaging, the introduction of advanced sensors for real-time monitoring of chemical processes, and the adoption of robust robots capable of operating in aggressive chemical environments while meeting safety standards are key factors driving this industry’s growth.
Major players in the market include ABB Ltd. and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation.
ABB Ltd. is a global robotics supplier based in China. The company specializes in serving Chinese mid-sized businesses, offering customized, cost-effective AI-powered robots for industries such as electronics, food, and metals. Localized manufacturing and R&D in China ensure rapid implementation and customization, supporting government initiatives such as “Made in China 2025″ and accelerating the adoption of automation in small and medium-sized enterprises.
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation is a major Japanese multinational company providing industrial automation and robotics solutions. The company’s robots are widely used in China’s automotive and electronics industries, enabling precision manufacturing and automation. The company specializes in innovations in robot control systems and their integration with industrial automation systems to improve productivity.
Siasun Robot & Automation Co., Ltd. and Omron Corporation are emerging players in the industrial robot market in China.
Siasun Robot & Automation Co., Ltd. is a rapidly growing Chinese robot manufacturer in the domestic market. The company offers a wide range of industrial robots, including articulated manipulators, AI-powered control systems, and autonomous mobile robots. With strong government support and China’s commitment to independent innovation, the company is focused on implementing intelligent manufacturing and Industry 4.0-based transformation across various industries.
Omron Corporation is a Japanese automation company that supplies industrial robots, sensors, and control systems. Omron’s robotics solutions in China focus on collaborative robots and AI-based automation for the electronics, food, and logistics industries, meeting the growing demand for flexible and intelligent manufacturing.
In July 2025, ABB Group announced the launch of three new robot series: Lite+, PoWa and the updated IRB 1200, which will be produced at its Shanghai superfactory to strengthen its leadership in the Chinese robotics market.
In May 2025, Estun Automation Co., Ltd. launched an industrial robot with a 700 kg payload capacity, designed for heavy-duty engineering, automotive manufacturing, and construction. This development demonstrates China’s growing potential for producing high-capacity industrial robots.
In October 2024, Siasun Robot & Automation Co., Ltd. officially launched the iMRS 2.0 platform, a comprehensive mobile robot solution designed to meet the changing needs of industries such as automotive, new energy, semiconductor, and photovoltaic.
ABB Ltd.; Changzhou Yuanchuan Robot Technology Co., Ltd.; Comau Group; DEEP Robotics; Denso Corporation; ECOVACS Robotics; Epson Corporation; Estun Automation Co., Ltd.; FANUC Corporation; Flexiv Ltd.; Hangzhou Yushu Robot Co., Ltd.; Mitsubishi Electric Corporation; Fujikoshi Nachi Co., Ltd.; Siasun Robot & Automation Co., Ltd.; Yaskawa Electric Corporation.
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b. China’s industrial robot market size is estimated at US$9,423.9 million in 2024 and is expected to reach US$10,284.3 million by 2025.
b. China’s industrial robot market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.1% from 2025 to 2033 and reach US$16.545 billion by 2033.
b) By 2024, the material handling segment will dominate the market with a share of over 43%, driven by the growing demand for automation of material handling, transportation, and loading processes in the manufacturing industry to improve efficiency and reduce labor dependence.
b. Major players in the Chinese industrial robot market include ABB Ltd., Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Yaskawa Electric Corporation, Comau Group, DEEP Robotics, and Denso Corporation, among others.
b) Growing demand for automation, shift towards smart manufacturing, increasing government initiatives and investments, and rapid development of AI-enabled industrial robots for various tasks such as floor cleaning, material handling, and assembly are the key factors driving the market growth.
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Post time: Oct-11-2025
