UK Industrial Robotics Market

UK Industrial Robotics Market Overview:

The UK industrial robotics market size reached USD 421.2 Million in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 1447.3 Million by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 13.50% during 2024-2032. The market is propelled by the increasing demand for automation in manufacturing, rapid adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies, labor shortages leading to rising labor costs, growing focus on productivity and efficiency, and advancements in robotics technology and AI integration.

UK Industrial Robotics Market Trends:

Demand for Enhanced Productivity and Efficiency

Demand for increased productivity and efficiency in manufacturing processes has significantly contributed to the growth of the UK industrial robotics market. Industrial robots provide a higher degree and uniformity of accuracy, speed and efficiency. By utilizing these robots, businesses are able to achieve greater output while making fewer mistakes. Industries such as automotive, electronics, and consumer goods require mass production. In these sectors, robots can perform repetitive tasks with greater accuracy and faster cycle times than human workers. Utilizing robots helps companies reduce their downtime and operational costs by automating labor-intensive tasks. This leads to improved productivity and allows companies to scale their operations without increasing their workforce proportionally. As a result, manufacturers are able to fulfill the rising consumer demand more efficiently and also maintain product quality over time. Moreover, the use of robots reduces the potential ill effects on human workers. For instance, robots can take over working with dangerous chemicals or in extreme conditions. This leads to a reduction in work-related accidents, lower insurance costs and happier employees, propelling the widespread adoption of industrial robotics.

Integration of Advanced Technologies

The integration of cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and machine learning (ML) is reshaping the UK industrial robotics market. As per the International Trade Association, AI technology is being utilized by 15% of small enterprises, 34% of medium-sized enterprises, and 68% of large enterprises in the UK. These technologies are reshaping the way robots function by making them smarter, enabling a greater range of motion and the ability to handle more complicated tasks. An AI-powered robot can learn from its environment and even optimize its actions based on real-time data to make autonomous decisions. This allows robots to perform tasks that were previously possible only through human labor, such as quality control checks or complex assembly tasks. Moreover, IoT integration enables robots to be connected across other devices and systems for seamless device communication and real-time monitoring of the production floor. Such high-grade interconnectivity allows manufacturers to monitor performance, predict service and maintenance cycles, and optimize processes. This reduces downtime and enables efficient operations. These advancements are increasing the demand for robotics solutions, particularly in high-tech industries such as aerospace, electronics, and pharmaceuticals, where precision and adaptability are essential.

Labor Shortages and the Need for Automation

The shortage of skilled labor in the UK, particularly in the manufacturing and engineering sectors, is a significant driver for the adoption of industrial robotics. According to the UK Parliament, 13.3% of enterprises canvassed by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported a labor shortage in November 2022. With the aging workforce, and fewer young people entering into the traditional manufacturing roles, businesses are having trouble filling job roles. This labor supply chain issue has heightened automation as companies seek dependable, cost-effective alternatives to human employees. Robots are entering the workforce and taking jobs that are hard to fill, particularly those that are repetitive, require physical strain or pose safety risks. Automation also decreases the probability of labor shortage. This prevents production bottlenecks and allows businesses to run seamlessly and deliver goods on time. Moreover, automation also offers greater flexibility to companies in terms of their workforce management. Robots can pick up all the routine tasks so that businesses are able to move human resources to more value-added activities such as innovation, quality, and customer service. This change increases the overall operational efficiency and helps companies stay competitive in the global market.

UK Industrial Robotics Market News:

• 8 July 2024: UK technology company Ocado announces the construction of its third robotic facility in Japan as part of an expanding collaboration with Aeon, a leading Japanese retailer.
• 7 May 2024: Amazon announces a multimillion-pound facility in Northampton, generating over 2000 jobs in the sector. The new structure will contain three levels dedicated to robotics that plan to utilize cutting-edge technology to receive orders from customers and organize merchandise.

UK 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 level for 2024-2032. 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:

• London
• South East
• North West
• East of England
• South West
• Scotland
• West Midlands
• Yorkshire and The Humber
• East Midlands
• Others
   

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include London, South East, North West, East of England, South West, Scotland, West Midlands, Yorkshire and The Humber, East Midlands, and Others.

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.

UK Industrial Robotics Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the UK industrial robotics market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the UK industrial robotics market?
• What is the breakup of the UK industrial robotics market on the basis of type?
• What is the breakup of the UK industrial robotics market on the basis of function?
• What is the breakup of the UK industrial robotics market on the basis of end use industry?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the UK industrial robotics market? 
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the UK industrial robotics?
• What is the structure of the UK industrial robotics market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the UK 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 UK industrial robotics market from 2018-2032.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the UK 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 UK 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.