- The global motion controls market revenue was valued at $14.6Bn in 2025, despite struggles and a contraction of -2.0%.
- The Americas suffered unique economic issues and a decline of -1.0%, while the Japanese market also saw a decline of -1.8%.
- The EMEA motion controls market contracted by -7.5% in 2025, but the APAC market had a soft landing, with growth rates of +1.9%.
The motion controls market had a difficult year in 2025. Interact Analysis experts report that the market contracted by -2.0%, although this is an improvement from the -6.5% contraction seen in 2024. The further fallout from supply chain issues post COVID-19, as well as multiple elections and policy shifts, contributed to economic uncertainty that bled through from 2024 to 2025.
In 2026, analysts predict that growth will return. This is much needed, with the Americas experiencing a decline of -1.0% in 2025, while EMEA contracted by -7.5%, and the Japanese market had a decline of -1.8%. Thanks to the performance of the semiconductor and electronics sector within the region, driven by China, South Korea, and India, the Asia Pacific (APAC) market (excluding Japan) saw growth of +1.9%
Regional Growth in the Global Motion Controls Market
Interact Analysis experts expect 2026 to be the first year of positive growth for the global motion control market since 2023. 2026 is expected to see growth rates of +3.9% for the market. Thereafter, it’s expected to return to the growth levels seen pre-pandemic, which averaged between +4.0% and +5.0% year-on-year. Mobile robotics will be a strong driver through the forecast period.
Revenue growth is expected to be driven by higher growth in emerging economies. APAC has the fastest-growing motion controls market, supported by high-growth countries and increased investment. Therefore, APAC is predicted to increase its regional revenue share of the global market from 40% in 2024 to 43% by 2029. This comes mainly at the expense of EMEA, which is predicted to suffer a drop from 32% in 2024 to 30% in 2029. Despite ongoing discussion about the entry of APAC vendors into EMEA markets, the forecast supports the continued resilience of EMEA vendors. Markets in the Americas and Japan remain relatively stable contributors.
Clara Sipes, Interact Analysis Market Analyst, says, “Global pricing trends remain heavily influenced by tariffs and material costs. Tariff surcharges, typically 10–15%, are often applied as separate line items but still affect overall pricing perception. While some suppliers expect these costs to normalize once trade conditions stabilize, most customers now treat them as a structural part of project planning. How businesses adapt to these persistent cost adjustments will determine competitive positioning as 2026 progresses.
“The automation of smaller axes continues to be a consistent growth driver across the motion control market. Initially driven by precision sectors such as semiconductors and electronics, this trend has expanded to include legacy industries like packaging, printing, and textiles. As automation costs decline and software integration improves, small-axis retrofits have become an accessible entry point for factories modernizing older equipment.
On cybersecurity, Clara added: “Cybersecurity has become a defining theme in the evolution of motion controllers and automation systems. The introduction of the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) in Europe has elevated data protection and software compliance to new prominence. Manufacturers are now investing in hardware with integrated security and encryption to ensure regulatory compliance and to protect internal assets. This growing emphasis on safety and data integrity is reshaping controller design and the broader trend of smart, networked automation systems.”
About the Report:
The most detailed market study of motion controls available, including data for revenues, unit shipments and average selling prices. We have split the market by 16 product types, 15 industries, 38 regions, 6-8 torque/power ratings and forecast out to 2027.
The report provides an understanding of market and economic trends driving and restricting growth of motion controls in both general motion control (GMC) and computer numerical control (CNC) applications.
