Autonomous Port Operations Systems Market Report 2026

The autonomous port operations systems market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $28.63 billion in 2025 to $33.36 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to port modernization initiatives, growth in global trade volumes, early adoption of terminal automation, demand for operational efficiency, reduction of manual labor.

The autonomous port operations systems market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $60.83 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to reduction in port congestion, smart port investments, demand for real-time logistics visibility, sustainability-driven port operations, integration of digital twins. Major trends in the forecast period include automation of container handling operations, deployment of AI-driven port control systems, integration of autonomous vehicles and cranes, expansion of remote port operations, focus on predictive maintenance.

The rising marine trade volume is expected to fuel the growth of the autonomous port operations systems market in the coming years. Marine trade refers to the international exchange of goods and commodities through sea transport, utilizing ships to move cargo across global waterways. The rising marine trade volume is due to globalization, which dramatically increases the interconnectedness of economies around the world. Autonomous port operations systems improve the management of growing marine trade volumes by increasing efficiency, reducing human error, and streamlining logistics. These systems use advanced technologies to automate key port functions such as cargo handling, container tracking, and vessel berthing. For instance, in July 2025, according to the European Commission, a Belgium-based executive branch of the European Union (EU), the third quarter of 2024 saw 61.9% of the total amount of goods handled at major European Union ports come from inward movements, up 0.2% from the previous quarter and 0.3% from the same period the year before. Therefore, the rising volume of marine trade will boost the growth of the autonomous port operations systems market.

Major companies operating in the autonomous port operations systems market are focusing on developing advanced solutions, such as modular and scalable logistics solutions, to enable faster implementation and integration with existing systems. Modular and scalable logistics solutions are flexible systems designed to adapt and expand according to changing operational needs, allowing efficient management of logistics processes as demand grows or shifts. For instance, in May 2025, the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, a Belgium-based port, launched an autonomous electric shuttle at the Medrepair Terminal to enhance container transportation. This shuttle stands out for its seamless integration into active port terminals, offering valuable operational data to support future scalability and commercial rollout. It reduces reliance on diesel-powered vehicles and manual labor when it is engineered for short-range transport between key port zones such as warehouses, stacks, and gates. Its modular, scalable design aligns with Logistics as a Service (LaaS) models, helping improve yard efficiency, cut turnaround times, and mitigate labor shortages. It operates autonomously along predefined routes and is equipped with sophisticated navigation software and high-resolution sensors while providing real-time operational oversight through a centralized human-machine interface (HMI).

In November 2025, BTG Positioning Systems B.V., a UK-based maritime technology company, acquired GPR Inc. for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, BTG aims to enhance port automation capabilities by incorporating GPR’s port management and automation solutions into its offerings, improving efficiency, safety, and operational intelligence for ports worldwide. GPR Inc. is a UK-based maritime technology company specializing in port automation, navigation, and operational management solutions.

Major companies operating in the autonomous port operations systems market report include CMA CGM Terminals, ABB Ltd., Toshiba Corporation, Yara International, DP World, Nidec Industrial Solutions, Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co. Ltd., PSA International, Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries Co. Ltd. (ZPMC), Konecranes, Trelleborg Marine and Infrastructure, SICK AG, Cargotec Corporation, China Merchants Port Holdings Co. Ltd., Hutchison Port Holdings Trust, TMEIC Corporation, Conductix-Wampfler GmBH, Siemens Logistics GmbH, CyberLogitec, Navis, Rocsys.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the autonomous port operations systems market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the autonomous port operations systems market report include Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the autonomous port operations systems market report include Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The autonomous port operations systems market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as predictive maintenance services, remote operation and monitoring services, AI-based analytics and optimization services, and digital twin modeling and simulation services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The autonomous port operations systems market also includes sales of automated guided vehicles (AGVs), autonomous straddle carriers, smart quay cranes, and IoT-enabled port sensors. 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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