Robot Orders Grow 6.6% in 2025 as General Industries Drive Broader Automation Adoption

North American robot orders rise, reflecting strong investment in automation across a growing range of industries.

Feb. 4, 2026 at 7:55am

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According to new data from the Association for Advancing Automation (A3), North American companies ordered 36,766 robots valued at $2.25 billion in 2025, representing a 6.6% increase in units ordered and a 10.1% increase in revenue compared to 2024. Robot demand from non-automotive customers outpaced demand from automotive industry counterparts, with industries like food, life sciences, and metals contributing to the broad-based momentum.

Why it matters

The rebound in robot orders reflects renewed confidence in automation as a long-term solution to competitive pressures, as manufacturers look to address workforce shortages, manage reshoring initiatives, and boost productivity. The growth in non-automotive sectors and the uptick from major vehicle manufacturers also signal stabilization in core automotive markets heading into 2026.

The details

In the fourth quarter of 2025, companies ordered 10,325 robots valued at $579 million, representing a 6.6% increase in units and an 8.7% rise in revenue compared to Q4 2024. Collaborative robots continued their upward trajectory, accounting for 28.6% of all robots ordered in Q4 2025 and 14.7% of quarterly revenue.

  • In the fourth quarter of 2025, companies ordered 10,325 robots valued at $579 million.
  • Across the full year, collaborative robot orders totaled 7,212 units valued at $241 million.

The players

Association for Advancing Automation (A3)

The leading global advocate for the benefits of automating, representing more than 1,450 manufacturers, component suppliers, system integrators, end users, academic institutions, research groups and consulting firms that drive automation forward worldwide.

Alex Shikany

Executive Vice President at A3.

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What they’re saying

“The rebound in robot orders over the course of 2025 reflects renewed confidence in automation as a long-term solution to competitive pressures.”

— Alex Shikany, Executive Vice President

“Automotive OEMs came back strong in the second half of the year, which often serves as a leading indicator for growth in supplier and component markets. Combined with steady demand across food, electronics, and other non-automotive industries, this points to a positive outlook for 2026.”

— Alex Shikany, Executive Vice President

What’s next

Explore the latest in robotics, vision, AI, motion control, and more at Automate 2026, North America's largest automation showcase, taking place June 22–25 in Chicago.

The takeaway

The growth in robot orders across a diverse range of industries, including non-automotive sectors, signals a broader adoption of automation technologies as manufacturers seek to address workforce challenges, improve productivity, and strengthen their competitive position.