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Global Programmable Logic Controller PLC Market Research Report 2025(Status and Outlook)

Publisher Bosson Research
Published Aug 01, 2025
Length 159 Pages
SKU # BOSS20300614

Description

Report Overview

A Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) is an industrial digital computer designed for automation of electromechanical processes, such as controlling machinery on factory assembly lines, robotic devices, or other industrial systems. PLCs are ruggedized to withstand harsh conditions like extreme temperatures, humidity, and electrical noise, making them ideal for industrial environments. They operate by receiving input signals from sensors, processing the data through user-written logic, and executing output commands to control actuators, motors, or other devices. PLCs are modular, allowing customization through additional I/O modules, communication interfaces, and specialized functions. They are widely used in manufacturing, automotive, energy, and infrastructure due to their reliability, real-time processing, and ease of programming via ladder logic or other industrial languages. The rise of Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing has further expanded their role in IoT-enabled automation and data-driven decision-making.

The global PLC market is experiencing steady growth, driven by increasing industrial automation, demand for energy-efficient manufacturing, and the need for process optimization. Key industries such as automotive, oil & gas, and pharmaceuticals heavily rely on PLCs for precision control and operational efficiency. The market is segmented by type (modular, compact, and others), application (process industries, discrete industries), and region. Leading players include Siemens, Rockwell Automation, Mitsubishi Electric, and Schneider Electric, who are investing in advanced PLCs with enhanced connectivity, cybersecurity, and AI integration.

Emerging trends include the integration of PLCs with Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) platforms, enabling predictive maintenance and remote monitoring. However, challenges such as high initial costs, complexity in retrofitting older systems, and cybersecurity risks pose barriers to adoption. The Asia-Pacific region dominates the market due to rapid industrialization in China and India, while North America and Europe remain strong due to technological advancements and smart factory initiatives. Overall, the PLC market is poised for expansion as industries prioritize automation to improve productivity and reduce downtime.

The global Programmable Logic Controller PLC market size was estimated at USD 15346.52 million in 2024 and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.76% during the forecast period.

This report provides a deep insight into the global Programmable Logic Controller PLC 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 Programmable Logic Controller PLC 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 Programmable Logic Controller PLC market in any manner.

Global Programmable Logic Controller PLC 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

Siemens

Rockwell(A-B)

Mitsubishi

Schneider(Modicon)

Omron

Emerson(GE Fanuc)

ABB(BandR)

Bosch Rexroth

Beckhoff

Fuji

Toshiba

Keyence

Idec

Panasonic

Koyo

Market Segmentation (by Type)

Nano

Micro

Medium

Large

Market Segmentation (by Application)

Steel Industry

Petrochemical and Gas Industry

Power Industry

Automobile Industry

Others

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 Programmable Logic Controller PLC Market

Overview of the regional outlook of the Programmable Logic Controller PLC 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 Programmable Logic Controller PLC 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 Programmable Logic Controller PLC, 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.

Key Reasons to Buy this Report:

Access to date statistics compiled by our researchers. These provide you with historical and forecast data, which is analyzed to tell you why your market is set to change

This enables you to anticipate market changes to remain ahead of your competitors

You will be able to copy data from the Excel spreadsheet straight into your marketing plans, business presentations, or other strategic documents

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 Programmable Logic Controller Plc
1.2 Key Market Segments
1.2.1 Programmable Logic Controller Plc Segment By Type
1.2.2 Programmable Logic Controller Plc 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 Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Overview
2.1 Global Market Overview
2.1.1 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Size (M Usd) Estimates And Forecasts (2020-2033)
2.1.2 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Sales Estimates And Forecasts (2020-2033)
2.2 Market Segment Executive Summary
2.3 Global Market Size By Region
3 Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Competitive Landscape
3.1 Company Assessment Quadrant
3.2 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Life Cycle
3.3 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Sales By Manufacturers (2020-2025)
3.4 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Revenue Market Share By Manufacturers (2020-2025)
3.5 Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Share By Company Type (Tier 1, Tier 2, And Tier 3)
3.6 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Average Price By Manufacturers (2020-2025)
3.7 Manufacturers’ Manufacturing Sites, Areas Served, And Product Types
3.8 Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Competitive Situation And Trends
3.8.1 Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Concentration Rate
3.8.2 Global 5 And 10 Largest Programmable Logic Controller Plc Players Market Share By Revenue
3.8.3 Mergers & Acquisitions, Expansion
4 Programmable Logic Controller Plc Industry Chain Analysis
4.1 Programmable Logic Controller Plc 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 Programmable Logic Controller Plc 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 Programmable Logic Controller Plc 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 Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market
5.7 Esg Ratings Of Leading Companies
6 Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Segmentation By Type
6.1 Evaluation Matrix Of Segment Market Development Potential (Type)
6.2 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Sales Market Share By Type (2020-2025)
6.3 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Size Market Share By Type (2020-2025)
6.4 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Price By Type (2020-2025)
7 Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Segmentation By Application
7.1 Evaluation Matrix Of Segment Market Development Potential (Application)
7.2 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Sales By Application (2020-2025)
7.3 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Size (M Usd) By Application (2020-2025)
7.4 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Sales Growth Rate By Application (2020-2025)
8 Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Sales By Region
8.1 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Sales By Region
8.1.1 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Sales By Region
8.1.2 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Sales Market Share By Region
8.2 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Size By Region
8.2.1 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Size By Region
8.2.2 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Size Market Share By Region
8.3 North America
8.3.1 North America Programmable Logic Controller Plc Sales By Country
8.3.2 North America Programmable Logic Controller Plc 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 Programmable Logic Controller Plc Sales By Country
8.4.2 Europe Programmable Logic Controller Plc 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 Programmable Logic Controller Plc Sales By Region
8.5.2 Asia Pacific Programmable Logic Controller Plc 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 Programmable Logic Controller Plc Sales By Country
8.6.2 South America Programmable Logic Controller Plc 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 Programmable Logic Controller Plc Sales By Region
8.7.2 Middle East And Africa Programmable Logic Controller Plc 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 Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Production By Region
9.1 Global Production Of Programmable Logic Controller Plc By Region(2020-2025)
9.2 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Revenue Market Share By Region (2020-2025)
9.3 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Production, Revenue, Price And Gross Margin (2020-2025)
9.4 North America Programmable Logic Controller Plc Production
9.4.1 North America Programmable Logic Controller Plc Production Growth Rate (2020-2025)
9.4.2 North America Programmable Logic Controller Plc Production, Revenue, Price And Gross Margin (2020-2025)
9.5 Europe Programmable Logic Controller Plc Production
9.5.1 Europe Programmable Logic Controller Plc Production Growth Rate (2020-2025)
9.5.2 Europe Programmable Logic Controller Plc Production, Revenue, Price And Gross Margin (2020-2025)
9.6 Japan Programmable Logic Controller Plc Production (2020-2025)
9.6.1 Japan Programmable Logic Controller Plc Production Growth Rate (2020-2025)
9.6.2 Japan Programmable Logic Controller Plc Production, Revenue, Price And Gross Margin (2020-2025)
9.7 China Programmable Logic Controller Plc Production (2020-2025)
9.7.1 China Programmable Logic Controller Plc Production Growth Rate (2020-2025)
9.7.2 China Programmable Logic Controller Plc Production, Revenue, Price And Gross Margin (2020-2025)
10 Key Companies Profile
10.1 Siemens
10.1.1 Siemens Basic Information
10.1.2 Siemens Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Overview
10.1.3 Siemens Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Market Performance
10.1.4 Siemens Business Overview
10.1.5 Siemens Swot Analysis
10.1.6 Siemens Recent Developments
10.2 Rockwell(A-b)
10.2.1 Rockwell(A-b) Basic Information
10.2.2 Rockwell(A-b) Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Overview
10.2.3 Rockwell(A-b) Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Market Performance
10.2.4 Rockwell(A-b) Business Overview
10.2.5 Rockwell(A-b) Swot Analysis
10.2.6 Rockwell(A-b) Recent Developments
10.3 Mitsubishi
10.3.1 Mitsubishi Basic Information
10.3.2 Mitsubishi Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Overview
10.3.3 Mitsubishi Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Market Performance
10.3.4 Mitsubishi Business Overview
10.3.5 Mitsubishi Swot Analysis
10.3.6 Mitsubishi Recent Developments
10.4 Schneider(Modicon)
10.4.1 Schneider(Modicon) Basic Information
10.4.2 Schneider(Modicon) Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Overview
10.4.3 Schneider(Modicon) Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Market Performance
10.4.4 Schneider(Modicon) Business Overview
10.4.5 Schneider(Modicon) Recent Developments
10.5 Omron
10.5.1 Omron Basic Information
10.5.2 Omron Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Overview
10.5.3 Omron Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Market Performance
10.5.4 Omron Business Overview
10.5.5 Omron Recent Developments
10.6 Emerson(Ge Fanuc)
10.6.1 Emerson(Ge Fanuc) Basic Information
10.6.2 Emerson(Ge Fanuc) Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Overview
10.6.3 Emerson(Ge Fanuc) Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Market Performance
10.6.4 Emerson(Ge Fanuc) Business Overview
10.6.5 Emerson(Ge Fanuc) Recent Developments
10.7 Abb(Bandr)
10.7.1 Abb(Bandr) Basic Information
10.7.2 Abb(Bandr) Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Overview
10.7.3 Abb(Bandr) Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Market Performance
10.7.4 Abb(Bandr) Business Overview
10.7.5 Abb(Bandr) Recent Developments
10.8 Bosch Rexroth
10.8.1 Bosch Rexroth Basic Information
10.8.2 Bosch Rexroth Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Overview
10.8.3 Bosch Rexroth Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Market Performance
10.8.4 Bosch Rexroth Business Overview
10.8.5 Bosch Rexroth Recent Developments
10.9 Beckhoff
10.9.1 Beckhoff Basic Information
10.9.2 Beckhoff Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Overview
10.9.3 Beckhoff Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Market Performance
10.9.4 Beckhoff Business Overview
10.9.5 Beckhoff Recent Developments
10.10 Fuji
10.10.1 Fuji Basic Information
10.10.2 Fuji Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Overview
10.10.3 Fuji Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Market Performance
10.10.4 Fuji Business Overview
10.10.5 Fuji Recent Developments
10.11 Toshiba
10.11.1 Toshiba Basic Information
10.11.2 Toshiba Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Overview
10.11.3 Toshiba Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Market Performance
10.11.4 Toshiba Business Overview
10.11.5 Toshiba Recent Developments
10.12 Keyence
10.12.1 Keyence Basic Information
10.12.2 Keyence Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Overview
10.12.3 Keyence Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Market Performance
10.12.4 Keyence Business Overview
10.12.5 Keyence Recent Developments
10.13 Idec
10.13.1 Idec Basic Information
10.13.2 Idec Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Overview
10.13.3 Idec Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Market Performance
10.13.4 Idec Business Overview
10.13.5 Idec Recent Developments
10.14 Panasonic
10.14.1 Panasonic Basic Information
10.14.2 Panasonic Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Overview
10.14.3 Panasonic Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Market Performance
10.14.4 Panasonic Business Overview
10.14.5 Panasonic Recent Developments
10.15 Koyo
10.15.1 Koyo Basic Information
10.15.2 Koyo Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Overview
10.15.3 Koyo Programmable Logic Controller Plc Product Market Performance
10.15.4 Koyo Business Overview
10.15.5 Koyo Recent Developments
11 Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Forecast By Region
11.1 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Size Forecast
11.2 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Forecast By Region
11.2.1 North America Market Size Forecast By Country
11.2.2 Europe Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Size Forecast By Country
11.2.3 Asia Pacific Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Size Forecast By Region
11.2.4 South America Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Size Forecast By Country
11.2.5 Middle East And Africa Forecasted Sales Of Programmable Logic Controller Plc By Country
12 Forecast Market By Type And By Application (2026-2033)
12.1 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Forecast By Type (2026-2033)
12.1.1 Global Forecasted Sales Of Programmable Logic Controller Plc By Type (2026-2033)
12.1.2 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Size Forecast By Type (2026-2033)
12.1.3 Global Forecasted Price Of Programmable Logic Controller Plc By Type (2026-2033)
12.2 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Forecast By Application (2026-2033)
12.2.1 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Sales (K Units) Forecast By Application
12.2.2 Global Programmable Logic Controller Plc Market Size (M Usd) Forecast By Application (2026-2033)
13 Conclusion And Key Findings
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