Actuator Global Market Report 2026

An actuator is a device designed to transform a control signal into mechanical action, typically by driving an electric motor, facilitating the movement or operation of machinery. While actuators traditionally generate circular motion, they can also achieve linear motion through mechanisms such as screws and wheel-and-axle systems.

There are several prominent types of actuators, including pneumatic actuators, hydraulic actuators, electric actuators, and mechanical actuators. Pneumatic actuators, for instance, are mechanical devices converting energy into mechanical motion and find application in various automotive settings such as engine control, transmission control, and braking systems. These actuators offer different motion types, such as linear actuators and rotary actuators, catering to diverse end-user industries such as automotive, aerospace, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, power generation, food and beverage, chemicals, mining, among others.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have impacted the actuator market by raising costs for imported metals, electronic components, motor systems, and hydraulic assemblies used across industrial, automotive, aerospace, and energy applications. North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific manufacturing hubs face increased production expenses and extended lead times due to supply chain disruptions. However, tariffs are also encouraging localized component sourcing, regional manufacturing expansion, and innovation in cost-efficient electric and smart actuators, ultimately strengthening long-term supply chain resilience.

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The actuator market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $62.93 billion in 2025 to $68.41 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in early industrial automation, reliance on mechanical actuation systems, adoption in automotive manufacturing, expansion of oil and gas valve actuation, development of basic pneumatic and hydraulic technologies.

The actuator market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $95.17 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing deployment in robotics and autonomous machinery, rising adoption of electric actuators, expansion of precision automation, development of advanced servo systems, growing demand for high-efficiency actuation in energy sectors. Major trends in the forecast period include adoption of intelligent robotic actuation systems, expansion of smart factory automation platforms, development of AI-enhanced motion control, integration of IoT-connected actuator networks, advancement of energy-efficient actuation technologies.

The burgeoning activities in building construction are poised to bolster the actuator market. Building construction involves various processes, from planning to erection, covering residential, commercial, and industrial structures. Actuators play a crucial role in automating ventilation, HVAC systems, and precise control mechanisms in doors, windows, and other building components. Notably, as per the Federal State Statistics Service, construction output in Russia experienced a notable 6.50% increase in July 2023 compared to the same month in the previous year. This upswing in construction activities underscores the escalating need for advanced automation and control solutions, positioning actuators as integral components in meeting the evolving demands of the construction landscape, thereby supporting the growth of the actuator market.

Key players in the actuator market are focused on advancing technology, particularly electric actuators, to enhance precision, efficiency, and responsiveness in various devices. Electric actuators improve functionality and performance in mobile applications, meeting the rising demand for automation and smart technologies across multiple sectors. For example, in March 2023, Ewellix, a Sweden-based provider of actuation solutions, launched electric actuators designed for mobile applications like agricultural and construction machinery, as well as lift platforms. The new actuators offer an impressive combination of exceptional power density, energy efficiency, precise position and motion control, and repeatability. The initial models, set to debut later this year, will have lifting capacities of 3 tons and 15 tons, with future versions anticipated to include intermediate capacities and an electromechanical steer-by-wire option. These actuators are intended to assist original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in transitioning from traditional hydraulic systems to electrically controlled motion, providing a cleaner, simpler, and more cost-effective solution with significantly lower total ownership costs.

In December 2023, Nihon KOSO, a Japan-based manufacturer of valves, turbine bypass systems, and steam conditioning systems, acquired the valve actuator business of Paladon Systems S.r.l. This acquisition aims to enhance the competitive strength of the KOSO Group, allowing the company to deliver improved services and better meet customer needs. Paladon Systems S.r.l. is an Italy-based manufacturer of actuators.

Major companies operating in the actuator market are Emerson Electric Co., ABB Ltd., Rockwell Automation Inc., Moog Inc., SMC Corporation, Curtis Wright Corporation, Eaton Corporation Plc, Honeywell International Inc., Rotork Plc, Misumi Group Inc., Cameron International Corporation, Samson AG, Parker Hannifin Corporation, Venture MFG Co., Altra Industrial Motion, Actuonix Motion Devices Inc., Aptiv PLC, AUMA Riester Gmbh & Co. KG, BorgWarner Inc., Continental AG, Denso Corporation, Festo AG & Co. K.G., Flowserve Corporation, GEA Group AG, General Electric Company, Hitachi Ltd., IAV Automotive Engineering, Johnson Controls International PLC, KITZ Corporation, Mecvel Technologies Private Limited, Nidec Corporation, Regal Rexnord Corporation, Robert Bosch GmbH

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the actuator market in 2025. North America was the second-largest region in the actuator market. The regions covered in the actuator market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the actuator market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The actuator market consists of sales of lead screw actuators and manual valve actuators. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

Actuator Market Global Report 2026 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses actuator market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
• The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
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• The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
• The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
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• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
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• Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
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Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Type: Pneumatic Actuators; Hydraulic Actuators; Electric Actuators; Mechanical Actuators
• 2) By Motion: Linear Actuator; Rotary Actuator
• 3) By End User: Automotive; Aerospace; Oil And Gas; Pharmaceutical; Power Generation; Food And Beverages; Chemicals; Mining; Other End Users
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Pneumatic Actuators: Single-Acting Pneumatic Actuators; Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuators
• 2) By Hydraulic Actuators: Linear Hydraulic Actuators; Rotary Hydraulic Actuators
• 3) By Electric Actuators: Servo Electric Actuators; Stepper Electric Actuators
• 4) By Mechanical Actuators: Gear-Based Actuators; Cam-Based Actuators
• Companies Mentioned: Emerson Electric Co.; ABB Ltd.; Rockwell Automation Inc.; Moog Inc.; SMC Corporation; Curtis Wright Corporation; Eaton Corporation Plc; Honeywell International Inc.; Rotork Plc; Misumi Group Inc.; Cameron International Corporation; Samson AG; Parker Hannifin Corporation; Venture MFG Co.; Altra Industrial Motion; Actuonix Motion Devices Inc.; Aptiv PLC; AUMA Riester Gmbh & Co. KG; BorgWarner Inc.; Continental AG; Denso Corporation; Festo AG & Co. K.G.; Flowserve Corporation; GEA Group AG; General Electric Company; Hitachi Ltd.; IAV Automotive Engineering; Johnson Controls International PLC; KITZ Corporation; Mecvel Technologies Private Limited; Nidec Corporation; Regal Rexnord Corporation; Robert Bosch GmbH
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
• Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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