IFR World Robotics 2026: over 600,000 robots installed and 5 million in service

2026-09-24 · Publisher : International Federation of Robotics (IFR) · Domain : Robotics

According to the IFR World Robotics 2026 report, more than 600,000 industrial robots were installed in 2025 (+11%) and the global fleet hit a record 5 million. China accounts for 59% of installations; the US overtakes Japan.

### Background On September 24, 2026, the International Federation of Robotics (IFR) published its World Robotics 2026 report. After a flat 2024, industrial robot installations rebounded sharply in 2025: more than 600,000 units (+11%). The operational stock crossed the symbolic mark of 5 million robots. ### Specifications - Global fleet: 5 million industrial robots in service (+9%). IFR President Jane Heffner said it is "more than double the number seven years ago". - China: 354,000 installations (+20%), 59% of the global total; Chinese suppliers hold 55% of their home market (195,000 units). - United States: 38,500 units (+12%), becoming the world's second-largest market ahead of Japan. - Japan: 36,219 units (-19%); South Korea: about 30,000 (-1%). - Germany: nearly 25,000 units (-8%), Europe's largest market. - Forecast: 655,000 installations in 2026 and 806,000 in 2029. ### Why it matters Growth relies almost entirely on China while Europe declines. The US rebound illustrates the effect of reshoring policies. ### Key takeaways Five million robots in factories: industrial robotics is growing again, and China alone installs more than the rest of the world combined.

Tags : Industriel, Statistiques, IFR, Chine, Monde