Australia Industrial Robotics Market

Australia Industrial Robotics Market Overview:

The Australia industrial robotics market size reached USD 554.4 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 1,848.9 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 12.80% during 2025-2033. The rising labor costs, growing demand for automation across manufacturing sectors, increased government support for Industry 4.0 initiatives, advancements in sensor and AI technologies, and a focus on enhancing productivity, precision, and workplace safety in industrial operations are some of the key factors driving market growth in Australia.

Australia Industrial Robotics Market Trends:

Adoption of Collaborative Robots (Cobots) in SMEs

In Australia, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly adopting collaborative robots, or cobots, to improve operational efficiency without the high costs typically associated with industrial automation. Unlike traditional robots that require caged environments and safety barriers, cobots are designed to work alongside human operators safely, which makes them suitable for space-constrained and dynamic production lines. According to industry reports, collaborative robots can enhance operational efficiency by up to 50% in the food and beverage industry. As a result, Australian SMEs, particularly in the food processing and packaging sectors, are increasingly adopting cobots to streamline production lines, reduce manual errors, and address labor shortages while maintaining consistent product quality. This is providing a boost to Australia industrial robotics market growth. The relatively low initial investment, easy programming interface, and shorter deployment timelines make cobots an attractive solution for businesses aiming to remain competitive in the face of global supply chain pressures and rising labor costs. Additionally, Australia’s aging workforce and skills shortages in manufacturing are prompting businesses to adopt technologies that can complement human labor rather than replace it. Educational partnerships and pilot programs are further supporting the diffusion of cobots into smaller manufacturing setups, contributing to a broader transformation of industrial practices at the grassroots level.

Government Support and National Initiatives for Industrial Automation

Government support emerges as a key factor augmenting the Australia industrial robotics market share. Through a mix of financial incentives, policy reforms, and strategic programs, the federal and state governments aim to foster a competitive manufacturing sector by encouraging the adoption of robotics and smart automation. For instance, on June 19, 2024, Australia unveiled its inaugural National Robotics Strategy, aiming to establish the nation as a global leader in the development, manufacturing, and application of responsible robotics and automation technologies. The strategy focuses on enhancing national capabilities, increasing adoption, ensuring trust and inclusion, and supporting skills and diversity within the robotics sector. To support this initiative, the Australian government will leverage the AUD 15 Billion National Reconstruction Fund and the Industry Growth Program. The government's projections show that embracing robotics and automation could contribute an additional AUD 600 Billion annually to the country's GDP and drive a 150% increase in productivity growth. In addition to this, government-funded collaborations with research institutions further enhance the development of locally adapted robotic solutions, which creates a positive Australia industrial robotics market outlook. In regional areas, subsidies and pilot programs support the uptake of automation in agriculture and resource extraction, reducing the reliance on imported solutions.

Australia Industrial Robotics Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country and regional levels for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on type, function, and end use industry.

Type Insights:

• Articulated Robots
• Cartesian Robots
• SCARA Robots
• Cylindrical Robots
• Parallel Robots
• Others

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the type. This includes articulated robots, cartesian robots, SCARA robots, cylindrical robots, parallel robots, and others.

Function Insights:

• Soldering and Welding
• Materials Handling
• Assembling and Disassembling
• Painting and Dispensing
• Milling, Cutting and Processing
• Others

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the function have also been provided in the report. This includes soldering and welding, materials handling, assembling and disassembling, painting and dispensing, milling, cutting and processing, and others.

End Use Industry Insights:

• Automotive
• Electrical and Electronics
• Chemical, Rubber and Plastics
• Machinery and Metals
• Food and Beverages
• Precision and Optics
• Pharmaceutical
• Others

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end use industry. This includes automotive, electrical and electronics, chemical, rubber and plastics, machinery and metals, food and beverages, precision and optics, pharmaceutical, and others.

Regional Insights:

• Australia Capital Territory & New South Wales 
• Victoria & Tasmania 
• Queensland 
• Northern Territory & Southern Australia 
• Western Australia 

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Australia Capital Territory & New South Wales, Victoria & Tasmania, Queensland, Northern Territory & Southern Australia, and Western Australia. 

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

Australia Industrial Robotics Market News:

• On March 13, 2025, Vision AI, an Australian company specializing in robotics and machine vision, was appointed as ABB Robotics Australia's newest Authorized Value Provider (AVP). This partnership enables Vision AI to access ABB’s advanced tools, including RobotStudio®, and receive expert support to enhance their automation solutions. Notably, Vision AI has developed a precision-driven fruit grading and packing system utilizing ABB’s IRB 1200 and IRB 1300 industrial robots, addressing labor shortages and optimizing operations for clients.

Australia Industrial Robotics Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the Australia industrial robotics market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What is the breakup of the Australia industrial robotics market on the basis of type?
• What is the breakup of the Australia industrial robotics market on the basis of function?
• What is the breakup of the Australia industrial robotics market on the basis of end use industry?
• What is the breakup of the Australia industrial robotics market on the basis of region?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the Australia industrial robotics market? 
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the Australia industrial robotics market?
• What is the structure of the Australia industrial robotics market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the Australia industrial robotics market? 

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the Australia industrial robotics market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the Australia industrial robotics market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the Australia industrial robotics industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.