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Automation And Controls Market Size Snapshot: 2026 Valuation, 2030 Projection And Key Growth Factors
The automation and controls market has experienced robust expansion over recent years. It is projected to increase from $152.66 billion in 2025 to $166.99 billion in 2026, achieving a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4%. This historical growth can be attributed to the growing adoption of PLC and SCADA systems, rising industrial automation in manufacturing, an increasing need for process optimization, advancements in HMI and PAC technologies, and the demand for efficient energy management systems.
The automation and controls market is projected to experience substantial expansion over the upcoming years. This market is predicted to reach $239.44 billion by 2030, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4%. Factors contributing to this growth during the forecast period include the integration of AI and machine learning, the expansion of IoT-enabled industrial automation, the adoption of cloud-based MES solutions, the rise of smart buildings and industrial facilities, and a heightened emphasis on safety and security automation. Key trends expected in the forecast timeframe encompass the integration of PLC, SCADA, and PAC systems, the development of real-time monitoring and control solutions, advancements in energy efficiency and smart HVAC automation, improved safety and security automation, and the implementation of cloud-based manufacturing execution systems (MES).
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Major Factor Fueling The Automation And Controls Market Through 2030
The increasing need for industrial automation is anticipated to drive the expansion of the automation and control market in the future. Industrial automation involves employing robotics, machinery, and control systems to execute tasks conventionally performed by human labor. This approach is favored due to its ability to improve efficiency, output, safety, and dependability, concurrently lowering operating expenses and the likelihood of human mistakes. These systems prove valuable for industrial automation by streamlining processes, boosting accuracy and productivity, and ensuring uniform quality and safety in production. As an illustration, the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), a Germany-based non-profit, stated in September 2024 that industrial robot installations in the UK increased by 51% to 3,830 units. Meanwhile, in the Americas, more than 50,000 units were installed for the third year in a row, amounting to 55,389 units in 2023. Consequently, the heightened demand for industrial automation is fueling the expansion of the automation and control market.
Automation And Controls Market Segment Landscape: Main Categories And Subcategories Covered
The automation and controls market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Product: Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA), Programmable Automation Controller (PAC), Distributed Control System (DCS), Human-Machine Interface (HMI), Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
2) By Application: Lighting, Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC), Safety And Security, Other Applications
3) By End Use: Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Oil And Gas, Mining And Metals, Automotive And Transportation, Manufacturing Electrical And Electronics, Other End Users
Subsegments:
1) By Programmable Logic Controller (PLC): Compact PLC, Modular PLC
2) By Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA): Hardware SCADA, Software SCADA
3) By Programmable Automation Controller (PAC): High-Performance PAC, Mid-Range PAC
4) By Distributed Control System (DCS): Process DCS, Hybrid DCS
5) By Human-Machine Interface (HMI): Standalone HMI, Software HMI
6) By Manufacturing Execution System (MES): On-Premise MES, Cloud-Based MES
How Are Emerging Trends Influencing The Automation And Controls Market’s Growth Path?
Leading companies in the automation and controls market are concentrating on creating modular, simulation-ready solutions that reduce project delays, streamline engineering efforts, and enable faster, more reliable system deployments. Simulation is defined as the process of building a virtual representation of a system to test its behavior under different conditions without affecting the real system. For instance, in October 2025, Steele Solutions, a US-based manufacturing company, unveiled SSI Automation, a new division committed to supplying turnkey controls and automation solutions for industries like parcel, e-commerce, retail distribution, and warehousing. This division aims to eliminate common delays and inefficiencies in automation projects by offering modular, simulation-ready system architectures, reusable code libraries, and designs rich in diagnostics. These features contribute to minimizing engineering waste, accelerating deployment, and improving long-term system reliability. SSI Automation manages the full project lifecycle, from panel design to ongoing service, by leveraging digital twins and platform-agnostic frameworks. With this launch, Steele Solutions enhances its capability to provide complete, end-to-end solutions that boost performance, reduce risks, and ensure predictable project execution.
Automation And Controls Market Leading Players And Key Industry Participants In 2026
Major companies operating in the automation and controls market are Hitachi Ltd.; Siemens AG; General Electric Company; Mitsubishi Electric Corporation; Schneider Electric SE; Honeywell International Inc.; ABB Group; Johnson Controls International PLC; Emerson Electric Co.; Parker Hannifin Corporation; Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd.; Delta Electronics Inc.; Rockwell Automation Inc.; Bosch Rexroth AG; OMRON Corporation; Keyence Corporation; Fanuc Corporation; Dassault Systèmes SE; Fuji Electric Co. Ltd.; Yaskawa Electric Corporation; KUKA AG; Yokogawa Electric Corporation; Phoenix Contact GmbH & Co. KG; Rittal GmbH & Co. KG; SICK AG; Advantech Co. Ltd.; Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG; National Instruments Corporation; AVEVA Group PLC; B&R Industrial Automation GmbH; Universal Robots A/S
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Automation And Controls Market By Geography: Revenue Leaders Among Global Regions
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the automation and controls market in 2025. The regions covered in the automation and controls market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
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