Motion Control Drive Market Report 2026

The motion control drive market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $7.35 billion in 2025 to $7.86 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of factory automation, increasing deployment of cnc machinery, rising demand for production efficiency, expansion of robotics in manufacturing, adoption of variable speed motor control.

The motion control drive market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $10.03 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing use of collaborative robots, expansion of smart factories, rising demand for ultra precise motion control, growth of semiconductor manufacturing automation, integration of AI based motion optimization. Major trends in the forecast period include rising adoption of high precision servo and motion control systems, growing integration of motion drives with industrial automation platforms, increasing demand for energy efficient and regenerative drives, expansion of motion control drives in robotics and cnc applications, advancements in digital control algorithms for enhanced motion accuracy.

The increasing adoption of automation in manufacturing is expected to drive the growth of the motion control drive market going forward. Automation involves the use of technology, machines, or systems to perform tasks with minimal human intervention, applying technology to monitor and control processes, thereby reducing the need for constant human oversight while improving efficiency, precision, and consistency. The rise in manufacturing automation is driven by the growing need for efficiency, productivity, and quality control, the demand for customized products, and the necessity to address labor shortages and supply chain disruptions. Motion control drives are critical components in automated manufacturing processes, enhancing precision, efficiency, flexibility, and safety, which leads to improved productivity, reduced costs, and higher quality outputs. For instance, in September 2024, the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), a Germany-based non-profit organization, reported that industrial robot installations in the UK increased by 51%, reaching 3,830 units, while in the Americas, over 50,000 units were installed for the third consecutive year, totaling 55,389 units in 2023. Therefore, the growing adoption of automation in manufacturing is driving the motion control drive market.

Key players in the motion control drive market are concentrating on developing innovative products such as distributed servos to cater to the escalating demand for precision, efficiency, and flexibility in automation across various industries. Distributed servo drives represent a motion control system wherein the servo drive electronics are positioned close to or integrated with the servo motor, rather than being centralized in a control cabinet. For instance, in July 2023, Rockwell Automation, a US-based manufacturer of motion control drives, introduced the ArmorKinetix Distributed Servo Drive, a compact and on-machine form factor. This drive enhances production machines' efficiency, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness, offering advanced analytics, simplified installations, and integrated safety features, making it an appealing solution for manufacturers aiming to cut costs and boost productivity.

In May 2023, ABB Group, a Switzerland-based provider of electrification, robotics, automation, and motion solutions, acquired Siemens' Low-Voltage NEMA motor business for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition enables ABB Group to enhance its product portfolio and expand its supply chain relationships while improving support for its North American customer base. Siemens, a Germany-based company specializing in motor control drives, benefits from strengthened market presence and increased opportunities for growth.

Major companies operating in the motion control drive market are Robert Bosch GmbH, Siemens AG, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Schneider Electric SE, ABB Ltd., Toshiba Corporation, Fuji Electric Co. Ltd., Nidec Motor Corporation, Parker Hannifin Corp, MOVENSYS Inc., Emerson Electric Co, Delta Electronics Inc., Danfoss Inc., Rockwell Automation Inc., Advanced Micro Controls Inc., OMRON Corporation, Keyence Corporation, Fanuc Corporation, HIWIN Corporation, Regal Rexnord Corporation, SEW-EURODRIVE, YASKAWA Electric Corporation, Moog Inc., Altra Industrial Motion Corp., Kollmorgen, Sanyo Denki Co. Ltd., Harmonic Drive Systems, Allied Motion Inc., Technosoft Motion, Beckhoff Automation.

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 on motors, power electronics, semiconductors, and industrial automation components have increased manufacturing costs for motion control drives. Automotive, semiconductor, and industrial manufacturing sectors are most impacted, particularly in asia pacific regions such as china, japan, and south korea that dominate component production. Supply chain disruptions have extended lead times and affected project timelines. However, tariffs are encouraging regional manufacturing, supplier diversification, and innovation in cost efficient and locally produced motion control solutions.

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A motion control drive is an electronic apparatus employed for the precise regulation of machinery or mechanical systems' movements, ensuring high precision and accuracy. It oversees and governs the functioning of motors responsible for movement across diverse applications, including robotics, conveyor systems, CNC machines, and automated manufacturing processes. The fundamental roles of a motion control drive encompass meticulous management of the motor's speed, position, and torque to attain desired movement outcomes.

The primary categories of motion control drives encompass AC drives, DC drives, servo drives, and other variants. AC drives are motion control instruments designed to regulate the speed and torque of AC motors. These devices cater to various precision requirements, ranging from very high precision to standard levels, catering to a broad spectrum of end-users, including semiconductor and electronics manufacturing, food and beverage, aerospace and defense, automotive, paper and printing, pharmaceuticals, metals, and machinery manufacturing, among others.North America was the largest region in the motion control drive market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the motion control drive market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the motion control drive market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The motion control drive market consists of sales of stepper motor drives, brushless DC motor drives, permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) drives, linear motor drives, and torque motors. 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.

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