PUBLISHER: MarketsandMarkets | PRODUCT CODE: 1745108
PUBLISHER: MarketsandMarkets | PRODUCT CODE: 1745108
The delivery robots market is projected to reach USD 3,236.5 million by 2030 from USD 795.6 million in 2025 at a CAGR of 32.4% during the forecast period.
Scope of the Report | |
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Years Considered for the Study | 2020-2030 |
Base Year | 2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2030 |
Units Considered | Value (USD Million) |
Segments | By Type, Load Carrying Capacity, Speed Limit, End-use Industry and Region |
Regions covered | North America, Europe, APAC, RoW |
Advancements in robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) have significantly improved the capabilities of delivery robots. These technologies enable robots to navigate complex urban environments, avoid obstacles, and deliver goods efficiently. Despite the promising benefits, the adoption of delivery robots is hindered by high initial costs and regulatory hurdles. The development and deployment of autonomous delivery robots require significant investment in technology, infrastructure, and compliance with local regulations.
"Retail end-use industry segment to register highest growth during the forecast period."
The retail sector is likely to see the highest growth in delivery robots during the forecast period. This is because there is an increasing demand for convenient, low-cost last-mile delivery solutions, particularly in the grocery and e-commerce sectors. Companies like S Group (Finland) and Amazon (US) are increasingly using autonomous robots to enhance efficiency in deliveries as well as meet customer demands for rapid service. For instance, S Group (Finland) has expanded its robot fleet to over 100 stores, with it having made over 150,000 deliveries, while Amazon (US) continues to incorporate robots into its fulfillment centers in a bid to cut down on its processes.
"More than 50 kg load carrying capacity is expected to have the largest market share during the forecast period."
Load carrying capacity of more than 50 kg robots is used mainly for grocery delivery and heavy parcel delivery demanded by online shoppers. In terms of volume, these robots commanded the market share of ~25% in 2024. China's second-largest online retailer, JD.com, developed a self-driving vehicle named JDX to carry out its last-mile delivery with a load carrying capacity of 300 kg. Another delivery robot that falls into this category is R1, developed by Nuro (US), which is capable of carrying 125 kg of cargo.
"China is expected to have the highest growth rate in Asia Pacific during the forecast period."
Rapid economic development over the past 20 years has motivated China to move from a manufacturing-driven to an innovation-driven economy. Consequently, the Chinese government has been supporting many bold research initiatives to develop and attract highly skilled individuals who will be needed to lead this transition.
JD.com, Inc. (China), one of the prominent e-commerce players in the Chinese market, is planning to spend more than USD 150 million to build an R&D center in collaboration with Xi'an National Civil Aerospace Industrial Base for developing its futuristic smart logistics solution. Delivery robots developed by the company can be used to deliver multiple products owing to their maximum load-carrying capacity of 300 kg, at a speed of 15 KPH. In April 2021, China-based Alibaba Group announced it would deploy 1,000 robots across Chinese university campuses and local communities over the next year to make the process of package deliveries faster and cost-efficient.
The report profiles key players in the delivery robots market with their respective market ranking analysis. Prominent players profiled in this report are Starship Technologies (US), JD.com, Inc. (China), Panasonic Holdings Corporation (Japan), Relay Robotics, Inc. (US), and Nuro, Inc. (US), Boston Dynamics (US), Eliport (Spain), Kiwibot (US), Alibaba Group Holding Limited (China), and Ottonomy.IO among others.
This research report categorizes the delivery robots market based on load-carrying capacity, type, number of wheels, speed limit, end-use industry, and region. The report describes the major drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities pertaining to the delivery robots market and forecasts the same till 2030. Apart from these, the report also consists of leadership mapping and analysis of all the companies included in the delivery robots ecosystem.
Reason to buy this Report
The report will help market leaders/new entrants in this market with information on the closest approximations of the revenue numbers for the overall delivery robots market and the subsegments. It will also help stakeholders understand the competitive landscape and gain more insights to better position their businesses and plan suitable go-to-market strategies. The report also helps stakeholders understand the pulse of the market and provides them with information on key market drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities.
Analysis of key drivers (Reduction in delivery costs in last-mile deliveries), restraints (Stringent regulations pertaining to operations of delivery robots), opportunities (Advancements in features of autonomous delivery robots), and challenges (Limited range of operation of ground delivery robots) influencing the growth of the delivery robots market.
Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, growth strategies, and offerings of leading players, such as Starship Technologies (US), JD.com, Inc. (China), Panasonic Holdings Corporation (Japan), Relay Robotics, Inc. (US), and Nuro, Inc. (US), among others in the delivery robots market.