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Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Research Report 2025(Status and Outlook)

Publisher Bosson Research
Published Jul 02, 2025
Length 159 Pages
SKU # BOSS20193430

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Report Overview

Collaborative robotics, or cobots, in the food industry refers to robotic systems designed to work alongside human operators in food processing, packaging, and handling tasks. These robots are equipped with advanced sensors, AI-driven vision systems, and safety mechanisms to ensure seamless human-robot interaction while maintaining compliance with strict hygiene and food safety regulations. Unlike traditional industrial robots, cobots are lightweight, flexible, and easily reprogrammable, making them ideal for dynamic food production environments where tasks vary frequently. Applications include precision cutting, sorting, palletizing, and quality inspection, enhancing efficiency while reducing labor-intensive processes. The adoption of cobots in food manufacturing is driven by the need for higher productivity, labor shortages, and stricter food safety standards, positioning them as a transformative technology in the sector.

The global market for collaborative robotics in the food industry is experiencing rapid growth, fueled by increasing automation demand and advancements in robotics technology. Key drivers include rising labor costs, the need for consistent product quality, and the ability of cobots to operate in hazardous or repetitive tasks without fatigue. Major players like Universal Robots, ABB, and FANUC are developing specialized food-grade cobots with washdown capabilities to meet industry hygiene standards. Regional markets such as North America and Europe lead adoption due to stringent food safety regulations, while Asia-Pacific shows high growth potential due to expanding food processing sectors. Challenges include high initial investment and integration complexities, but falling robotics costs and improved ease-of-use are accelerating adoption. The market is projected to grow at a strong CAGR over the next decade as food manufacturers increasingly prioritize automation to enhance competitiveness and operational resilience.

Trends shaping the market include the integration of AI and machine learning for adaptive task handling, as well as the rise of modular cobot systems that can be quickly reconfigured for different production lines. Sustainability is another key focus, with cobots reducing food waste through precise handling and minimizing energy consumption compared to traditional machinery. Additionally, partnerships between robotics firms and food manufacturers are driving innovation, such as cobots with advanced grippers for delicate food items or vision systems for real-time quality control. Regulatory support for automation in food safety, such as FDA and EU guidelines, further boosts market growth. As small and medium-sized food processors increasingly adopt cobots due to their affordability and scalability, the technology is becoming a mainstream solution, reshaping efficiency and safety standards across the industry.

Opportunities in this market lie in expanding applications beyond large-scale manufacturers to SMEs, particularly in emerging economies where automation penetration is still low. Customizable cobot solutions tailored for niche food segments, such as bakery or dairy, present untapped potential. However, challenges persist, including the need for skilled personnel to operate and maintain robotic systems and lingering concerns over job displacement. Companies investing in user-friendly interfaces and training programs can mitigate these barriers. Another opportunity lies in hybrid models where cobots complement human labor in complex tasks like artisanal food production, blending automation with craftsmanship. As Industry 4.0 and IoT integration advance, smart cobots with predictive maintenance and real-time data analytics will further enhance their value proposition. Strategic collaborations between tech providers and food brands, along with government incentives for automation, will be critical in driving long-term market expansion.

In conclusion, collaborative robotics is revolutionizing the food industry by addressing labor shortages, improving efficiency, and ensuring compliance with stringent safety standards. The market is poised for sustained growth as technological advancements reduce costs and broaden accessibility. While challenges like high upfront investment and workforce adaptation remain, the benefits of cobots—scalability, flexibility, and enhanced productivity—make them indispensable for modern food manufacturing. Future developments in AI, modular design, and sustainability will further solidify their role, enabling food producers to meet evolving consumer demands while maintaining competitive advantage in a rapidly automating global market.

The global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial market size was estimated at USD 3937.5 million in 2024, exhibiting a CAGR of 12.50% during the forecast period.

This report provides a deep insight into the global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial market covering all its essential aspects. This ranges from a macro overview of the market to micro details of the market size, competitive landscape, development trend, niche market, key market drivers and challenges, SWOT analysis, value chain analysis, etc.

The analysis helps the reader to shape the competition within the industries and strategies for the competitive environment to enhance the potential profit. Furthermore, it provides a simple framework for evaluating and accessing the position of the business organization. The report structure also focuses on the competitive landscape of the Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market, this report introduces in detail the market share, market performance, product situation, operation situation, etc. of the main players, which helps the readers in the industry to identify the main competitors and deeply understand the competition pattern of the market.

In a word, this report is a must-read for industry players, investors, researchers, consultants, business strategists, and all those who have any kind of stake or are planning to foray into the Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial market in any manner.

Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market: Market Segmentation Analysis

The research report includes specific segments by region (country), manufacturers, Type, and Application. Market segmentation creates subsets of a market based on product type, end-user or application, Geographic, and other factors. By understanding the market segments, the decision-maker can leverage this targeting in the product, sales, and marketing strategies. Market segments can power your product development cycles by informing how you create product offerings for different segments.

Key Company

ABB

Universal Robots

Stäubli

FANUC

DENSO

NACHI-FUJIKOSHI

Dobot

Omron

DESMASA

JAKA Robotics

Kassow Robots

Kawasaki Heavy Industries

QKM Technology

Market Segmentation (by Type)

Low Load

Medium Load

High Load

Market Segmentation (by Application)

Palletising

Packing

Sorting

Other

Geographic Segmentation

North America (USA, Canada, Mexico)

Europe (Germany, UK, France, Russia, Italy, Rest of Europe)

Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, India, Southeast Asia, Rest of Asia-Pacific)

South America (Brazil, Argentina, Columbia, Rest of South America)

The Middle East and Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa, Rest of MEA)

Key Benefits of This Market Research:

Industry drivers, restraints, and opportunities covered in the study

Neutral perspective on the market performance

Recent industry trends and developments

Competitive landscape & strategies of key players

Potential & niche segments and regions exhibiting promising growth covered

Historical, current, and projected market size, in terms of value

In-depth analysis of the Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market

Overview of the regional outlook of the Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market:

Chapter Outline

Chapter 1 mainly introduces the statistical scope of the report, market division standards, and market research methods.

Chapter 2 is an executive summary of different market segments (by region, product type, application, etc), including the market size of each market segment, future development potential, and so on. It offers a high-level view of the current state of the Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market and its likely evolution in the short to mid-term, and long term.

Chapter 3 makes a detailed analysis of the market's competitive landscape of the market and provides the market share, capacity, output, price, latest development plan, merger, and acquisition information of the main manufacturers in the market.

Chapter 4 is the analysis of the whole market industrial chain, including the upstream and downstream of the industry, as well as Porter's five forces analysis.

Chapter 5 introduces the latest developments of the market, the driving factors and restrictive factors of the market, the challenges and risks faced by manufacturers in the industry, and the analysis of relevant policies in the industry.

Chapter 6 provides the analysis of various market segments according to product types, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different market segments.

Chapter 7 provides the analysis of various market segments according to application, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different downstream markets.

Chapter 8 provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region and its main countries and introduces the market development, future development prospects, market space, and capacity of each country in the world.

Chapter 9 shares the main producing countries of Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial, their output value, profit level, regional supply, production capacity layout, etc. from the supply side.

Chapter 10 introduces the basic situation of the main companies in the market in detail, including product sales revenue, sales volume, price, gross profit margin, market share, product introduction, recent development, etc.

Chapter 11 provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region in the next five years.

Chapter 12 provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each market segment in the next five years.

Chapter 13 is the main points and conclusions of the report.

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The concise analysis, clear graph, and table format will enable you to pinpoint the information you require quickly

Provision of market value data for each segment and sub-segment

Indicates the region and segment that is expected to witness the fastest growth as well as to dominate the market

Analysis by geography highlighting the consumption of the product/service in the region as well as indicating the factors that are affecting the market within each region

Competitive landscape which incorporates the market ranking of the major players, along with new service/product launches, partnerships, business expansions, and acquisitions in the past five years of companies profiled

Extensive company profiles comprising of company overview, company insights, product benchmarking, and SWOT analysis for the major market players

The current as well as the future market outlook of the industry concerning recent developments which involve growth opportunities and drivers as well as challenges and restraints of both emerging as well as developed regions

Includes in-depth analysis of the market from various perspectives through Porter’s five forces analysis

Provides insight into the market through Value Chain

Market dynamics scenario, along with growth opportunities of the market in the years to come

Table of Contents

159 Pages
1 Research Methodology and Statistical Scope
1.1 Market Definition and Statistical Scope of Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial
1.2 Key Market Segments
1.2.1 Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Segment by Type
1.2.2 Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Segment by Application
1.3 Methodology & Sources of Information
1.3.1 Research Methodology
1.3.2 Research Process
1.3.3 Market Breakdown and Data Triangulation
1.3.4 Base Year
1.3.5 Report Assumptions & Caveats
2 Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Overview
2.1 Global Market Overview
2.1.1 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Size (M USD) Estimates and Forecasts (2020-2033)
2.1.2 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Sales Estimates and Forecasts (2020-2033)
2.2 Market Segment Executive Summary
2.3 Global Market Size by Region
3 Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Competitive Landscape
3.1 Company Assessment Quadrant
3.2 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Life Cycle
3.3 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Sales by Manufacturers (2020-2025)
3.4 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Revenue Market Share by Manufacturers (2020-2025)
3.5 Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Share by Company Type (Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3)
3.6 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Average Price by Manufacturers (2020-2025)
3.7 Manufacturers’ Manufacturing Sites, Areas Served, and Product Types
3.8 Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Competitive Situation and Trends
3.8.1 Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Concentration Rate
3.8.2 Global 5 and 10 Largest Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Players Market Share by Revenue
3.8.3 Mergers & Acquisitions, Expansion
4 Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Industry Chain Analysis
4.1 Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Industry Chain Analysis
4.2 Market Overview of Key Raw Materials
4.3 Midstream Market Analysis
4.4 Downstream Customer Analysis
5 The Development and Dynamics of Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market
5.1 Key Development Trends
5.2 Driving Factors
5.3 Market Challenges
5.4 Industry News
5.4.1 New Product Developments
5.4.2 Mergers & Acquisitions
5.4.3 Expansions
5.4.4 Collaboration/Supply Contracts
5.5 PEST Analysis
5.5.1 Industry Policies Analysis
5.5.2 Economic Environment Analysis
5.5.3 Social Environment Analysis
5.5.4 Technological Environment Analysis
5.6 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Porter's Five Forces Analysis
5.6.1 Global Trade Frictions
5.6.2 U.S. Tariff Policy – April 2025
5.6.3 Global Trade Frictions and Their Impacts to Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market
5.7 ESG Ratings of Leading Companies
6 Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Segmentation by Type
6.1 Evaluation Matrix of Segment Market Development Potential (Type)
6.2 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Sales Market Share by Type (2020-2025)
6.3 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Size Market Share by Type (2020-2025)
6.4 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Price by Type (2020-2025)
7 Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Segmentation by Application
7.1 Evaluation Matrix of Segment Market Development Potential (Application)
7.2 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Sales by Application (2020-2025)
7.3 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Size (M USD) by Application (2020-2025)
7.4 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Sales Growth Rate by Application (2020-2025)
8 Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Sales by Region
8.1 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Sales by Region
8.1.1 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Sales by Region
8.1.2 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Sales Market Share by Region
8.2 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Size by Region
8.2.1 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Size by Region
8.2.2 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Size Market Share by Region
8.3 North America
8.3.1 North America Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Sales by Country
8.3.2 North America Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Size by Country
8.3.3 U.S. Market Overview
8.3.4 Canada Market Overview
8.3.5 Mexico Market Overview
8.4 Europe
8.4.1 Europe Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Sales by Country
8.4.2 Europe Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Size by Country
8.4.3 Germany Market Overview
8.4.4 France Market Overview
8.4.5 U.K. Market Overview
8.4.6 Italy Market Overview
8.4.7 Spain Market Overview
8.5 Asia Pacific
8.5.1 Asia Pacific Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Sales by Region
8.5.2 Asia Pacific Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Size by Region
8.5.3 China Market Overview
8.5.4 Japan Market Overview
8.5.5 South Korea Market Overview
8.5.6 India Market Overview
8.5.7 Southeast Asia Market Overview
8.6 South America
8.6.1 South America Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Sales by Country
8.6.2 South America Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Size by Country
8.6.3 Brazil Market Overview
8.6.4 Argentina Market Overview
8.6.5 Columbia Market Overview
8.7 Middle East and Africa
8.7.1 Middle East and Africa Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Sales by Region
8.7.2 Middle East and Africa Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Size by Region
8.7.3 Saudi Arabia Market Overview
8.7.4 UAE Market Overview
8.7.5 Egypt Market Overview
8.7.6 Nigeria Market Overview
8.7.7 South Africa Market Overview
9 Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Production by Region
9.1 Global Production of Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial by Region(2020-2025)
9.2 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Revenue Market Share by Region (2020-2025)
9.3 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Production, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
9.4 North America Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Production
9.4.1 North America Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Production Growth Rate (2020-2025)
9.4.2 North America Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Production, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
9.5 Europe Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Production
9.5.1 Europe Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Production Growth Rate (2020-2025)
9.5.2 Europe Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Production, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
9.6 Japan Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Production (2020-2025)
9.6.1 Japan Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Production Growth Rate (2020-2025)
9.6.2 Japan Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Production, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
9.7 China Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Production (2020-2025)
9.7.1 China Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Production Growth Rate (2020-2025)
9.7.2 China Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Production, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
10 Key Companies Profile
10.1 ABB
10.1.1 ABB Basic Information
10.1.2 ABB Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Overview
10.1.3 ABB Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Market Performance
10.1.4 ABB Business Overview
10.1.5 ABB SWOT Analysis
10.1.6 ABB Recent Developments
10.2 Universal Robots
10.2.1 Universal Robots Basic Information
10.2.2 Universal Robots Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Overview
10.2.3 Universal Robots Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Market Performance
10.2.4 Universal Robots Business Overview
10.2.5 Universal Robots SWOT Analysis
10.2.6 Universal Robots Recent Developments
10.3 Stäubli
10.3.1 Stäubli Basic Information
10.3.2 Stäubli Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Overview
10.3.3 Stäubli Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Market Performance
10.3.4 Stäubli Business Overview
10.3.5 Stäubli SWOT Analysis
10.3.6 Stäubli Recent Developments
10.4 FANUC
10.4.1 FANUC Basic Information
10.4.2 FANUC Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Overview
10.4.3 FANUC Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Market Performance
10.4.4 FANUC Business Overview
10.4.5 FANUC Recent Developments
10.5 DENSO
10.5.1 DENSO Basic Information
10.5.2 DENSO Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Overview
10.5.3 DENSO Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Market Performance
10.5.4 DENSO Business Overview
10.5.5 DENSO Recent Developments
10.6 NACHI-FUJIKOSHI
10.6.1 NACHI-FUJIKOSHI Basic Information
10.6.2 NACHI-FUJIKOSHI Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Overview
10.6.3 NACHI-FUJIKOSHI Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Market Performance
10.6.4 NACHI-FUJIKOSHI Business Overview
10.6.5 NACHI-FUJIKOSHI Recent Developments
10.7 Dobot
10.7.1 Dobot Basic Information
10.7.2 Dobot Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Overview
10.7.3 Dobot Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Market Performance
10.7.4 Dobot Business Overview
10.7.5 Dobot Recent Developments
10.8 Omron
10.8.1 Omron Basic Information
10.8.2 Omron Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Overview
10.8.3 Omron Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Market Performance
10.8.4 Omron Business Overview
10.8.5 Omron Recent Developments
10.9 DESMASA
10.9.1 DESMASA Basic Information
10.9.2 DESMASA Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Overview
10.9.3 DESMASA Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Market Performance
10.9.4 DESMASA Business Overview
10.9.5 DESMASA Recent Developments
10.10 JAKA Robotics
10.10.1 JAKA Robotics Basic Information
10.10.2 JAKA Robotics Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Overview
10.10.3 JAKA Robotics Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Market Performance
10.10.4 JAKA Robotics Business Overview
10.10.5 JAKA Robotics Recent Developments
10.11 Kassow Robots
10.11.1 Kassow Robots Basic Information
10.11.2 Kassow Robots Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Overview
10.11.3 Kassow Robots Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Market Performance
10.11.4 Kassow Robots Business Overview
10.11.5 Kassow Robots Recent Developments
10.12 Kawasaki Heavy Industries
10.12.1 Kawasaki Heavy Industries Basic Information
10.12.2 Kawasaki Heavy Industries Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Overview
10.12.3 Kawasaki Heavy Industries Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Market Performance
10.12.4 Kawasaki Heavy Industries Business Overview
10.12.5 Kawasaki Heavy Industries Recent Developments
10.13 QKM Technology
10.13.1 QKM Technology Basic Information
10.13.2 QKM Technology Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Overview
10.13.3 QKM Technology Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Product Market Performance
10.13.4 QKM Technology Business Overview
10.13.5 QKM Technology Recent Developments
11 Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Forecast by Region
11.1 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Size Forecast
11.2 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Forecast by Region
11.2.1 North America Market Size Forecast by Country
11.2.2 Europe Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Size Forecast by Country
11.2.3 Asia Pacific Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Size Forecast by Region
11.2.4 South America Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Size Forecast by Country
11.2.5 Middle East and Africa Forecasted Sales of Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial by Country
12 Forecast Market by Type and by Application (2026-2033)
12.1 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Forecast by Type (2026-2033)
12.1.1 Global Forecasted Sales of Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial by Type (2026-2033)
12.1.2 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Size Forecast by Type (2026-2033)
12.1.3 Global Forecasted Price of Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial by Type (2026-2033)
12.2 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Forecast by Application (2026-2033)
12.2.1 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Sales (K MT) Forecast by Application
12.2.2 Global Collaborative Robotics for the Food Industrial Market Size (M USD) Forecast by Application (2026-2033)
13 Conclusion and Key Findings
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