Industrial Automation Cable Market Report 2026

The industrial automation cable market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $8.78 billion in 2025 to $9.5 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to early adoption of industrial automation systems, rising need for reliable factory communication, expansion of manufacturing infrastructure, increased use of servo motors, growing deployment of robotic systems.

The industrial automation cable market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $12.49 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to advancement in high speed data transmission, expansion of smart factories, increasing adoption of iiot platforms, rising need for cyber secure industrial networks, development of rugged cables for extreme conditions. Major trends in the forecast period include rising deployment of high speed industrial ethernet cables, growth in demand for flexible and continuous motion robot cables, increasing integration of servo cables in automated machinery, expansion of fiber optic cables for real time industrial data transfer, growing use of durable cables for harsh industrial environments.

The growing shift towards robotics is expected to drive the expansion of the industrial automation cable market in the future. Robotics is an interdisciplinary field that focuses on the design, construction, use, and analysis of autonomous or semi-autonomous robots capable of mimicking or enhancing human actions. The adoption of robotics is increasing due to rapid advancements in robotics technology, including improvements in artificial intelligence, control systems, actuators, and sensors. Industrial automation cables are essential components in robotic systems, providing efficient power transmission, signal communication, data exchange, flexibility, and safety in industrial automation applications. For example, in September 2024, the International Federation of Robotics, a Germany-based non-profit organization focused on industrial robotics, reported that the number of operational industrial robots reached 4,281,585 units in 2023, reflecting a 10% increase compared to 2022. As a result, the growing shift towards robotics will drive the growth of the industrial automation cable market.

Major companies in the industrial automation cable market are focusing on developing innovative products, such as continuous flex coaxial cables, to enhance their profitability. These high-flex coaxial cables are designed for applications that require constant cable movement and flexibility. For example, in March 2023, Times Microwave Systems, a U.S.-based manufacturer of advanced microwave interconnect assemblies and cables, introduced the XtendedFlex 178 continuous flex coaxial cable. This cable is specifically designed for use with plastic cable drag chains and is engineered to meet the needs of applications involving continuous motion and flexibility. It is particularly suited for industries such as robotics and industrial automation, especially in large distribution centers.

In January 2024, Amphenol Corporation, a U.S.-based provider of electronic and fiber optic connectors, cables, and interconnect systems, acquired TPC Wire & Cable for an undisclosed amount. This strategic acquisition enhances Amphenol's harsh environment solutions business by incorporating TPC Wire & Cable’s advanced raw cables and custom cable assemblies, which are specifically designed for high-tech and harsh-environment industries. TPC Wire & Cable is a U.S.-based company specializing in ruggedized electrical cabling solutions, including automation cables.

Major companies operating in the industrial automation cable market are Prysmian Group, Borealis AG, Southwire Company, LLC, Nexans, Hitachi Metals, Ltd, Anixter International Inc, LEONI AG, Fujikura Ltd, LS Cable & System, Oki Electric, Belden, LAPP, Wanma Cable, TKH Group NV, Bizlink Holding Inc, Helukabel, igus GmbH, SAB Brockskes, Eland Cables, Alpha Wire Company, Teldor Cables & Systems Ltd, Cicoil LLC, Lorom Industrial, TPC Wire & Cable, Cables Unlimited, Inc, General Cable, Elettrotek Kabel, Zhejiang Zhaolong, Lutze, MotionCables.

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 copper, aluminum, polymers, and fiber optic materials have increased production costs for industrial automation cables, especially in regions heavily dependent on imported raw materials such as Asia Pacific and Europe. Cable types used in robotics, servo drives, and industrial ethernet are most affected due to higher material and precision requirements. However, tariffs have also encouraged domestic manufacturing, stimulated investments in local material sourcing, and accelerated innovation toward cost efficient and durable cable technologies.

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Industrial automation cables are specifically engineered cables crafted to enable the transmission of data, signals, and power within industrial automation systems. These cables play a crucial role in facilitating seamless communication and power distribution among various automated machinery and equipment in industrial settings. By ensuring reliable connectivity, industrial automation cables contribute to improving efficiency and productivity within automated manufacturing processes.

The primary product types within the industrial automation cable market include Ethernet cables, fieldbus cables, servo cables, robot cables, and other specialized cable variants. Ethernet cables are ubiquitous network cables employed in wired networks, linking devices such as PCs, routers, and switches within a local area network (LAN). These cables come in various types, including copper cables and fiber optic cables, and are distributed through sales channels such as direct sales and distributor sales. They find application across a wide range of industries, including automotive, oil and gas, energy and power, manufacturing, aerospace and defense, chemicals and petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and other sectors requiring industrial automation solutions.Europe was the largest region in the industrial automation cable market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the industrial automation cable market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the industrial automation cable market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The industrial automation cable market consists of sales of connector cables, inter-bus cables, railway cables, and marine cables. 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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