Automated Material Handling Equipment Market to Reach USD 86.1 Billion by 2036, Fueled by E-Commerce Expansion and Warehouse Automation
A study by Future Market Insights projects the global automated material handling equipment market will more than double by 2036, driven by e-commerce and warehouse automation
According to a comprehensive study released by Future Market Insights (FMI) on June 19, 2026, the global automated material handling equipment market is poised for substantial growth over the next decade. The market is projected to expand from USD 41.4 billion in 2026 to USD 86.1 billion by 2036. This significant increase is being fueled by the rapid expansion of e-commerce and a widespread shift toward warehouse automation.[1][2]
The findings, which were announced from Newark, Delaware, indicate that the industry will register a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during this forecast period. The expansion of the market is heavily driven by the ongoing growth of the e-commerce sector and the increasing adoption of automation technologies within warehouses.[1][2]
