Machine Tools Market by Product Type (Milling Machines, Turning Machines, Grinding Machines, Electrical Discharge Machine, Machining Centers), Automation Type (CNC, Conventional), End-User Industry, Sales Channel, and Region - Global Forecast to 2032

The machine tools market is expected to grow from USD 81.09 billion in 2025 to USD 105.11 billion by 2032, registering a CAGR of 3.8%. The global market is experiencing steady growth, fueled by increasing demand from automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, and heavy machinery sectors. As production processes become more complex and precision-driven, manufacturers are investing in advanced machine tools that enhance accuracy, productivity, and flexibility. Developing economies are also playing a significant role in market expansion, with countries like India, Vietnam, and Indonesia witnessing significant infrastructure development and rising domestic manufacturing. Moreover, reshoring efforts in North America and Europe encourage local production capabilities, boosting demand for metal-cutting and metal-forming machines.

“Automotive & transportation is expected to be the largest segment during the forecast period.”

Automotive manufacturing relies on the mass production of vehicles and components like engines, transmissions, chassis, and body parts. This demands a large number of CNC machines, lathes, milling machines, drilling machines, grinding machines, etc., to operate continuously and consistently at scale. The automotive & transportation sector continues to dominate the machine tools market, driven by rapid advancements in vehicle production, automation, and smart manufacturing technologies. Automakers are increasingly adopting CNC machines and robotic systems to achieve high-precision machining of complex components such as battery housings, electric drivetrains, and lightweight chassis. For instance, in March 2024, Mazak launched the INTEGREX i-500S AM, a hybrid multi-tasking machine tailored for automotive powertrain and transmission components, integrating additive and subtractive processes to enhance part complexity and reduce cycle time. Such developments will drive the market growth in the forecast period.

“Turning machines are expected to hold a significant share during the forecast period.”

Turning machines hold a prominent share in the machine tools market due to their critical role in producing cylindrical components with high precision across the automotive, aerospace, and medical device sectors. Their dominance is further bolstered by the surge in demand for CNC lathes capable of multi-tasking operations, including milling and drilling in a single setup, significantly reducing cycle time and enhancing productivity. In February 2025, DMG MORI unveiled the 6th Generation CTX 750|1250 turning machine at the World Premiere Open House. It features a maximum turning diameter of 700 mm and a turning length of up to 1,290 mm, enabling efficient heavy-duty machining for various complex workpieces. Both machines are equipped with Okuma’s new OSP-P500 CNC control, offering greater processing power with dual-core processors and embedded cybersecurity features to protect operations and data. Moreover, the adoption of automated bar feeders and robotic loading systems in modern turning machines aligns well with the trend toward lights-out manufacturing. These developments, combined with increased customization needs in high-mix, low-volume production, position turning machines as central to digitalized manufacturing ecosystems.

“China is expected to hold the highest share in Asia Pacific during the forecast period.”

China accounts for Asia Pacific’s highest share of the machine tools market. This dominance is driven by the country’s extensive manufacturing infrastructure, robust industrial base, and significant government support through various initiatives that aim to enhance manufacturing capabilities. The Chinese government has also introduced policies offering R&D tax deductions to qualified machine tool enterprises, intending to boost domestic innovation and reduce foreign dependence. China’s machine tool market is further dominated by several key manufacturers, including Dalian Machine Tool Group, Shenyang Machine Tool Co., Ltd., JIER Machine-Tool Group, Chongqing Machine Tool (Group) Co., Ltd, and Nantong Machine Tool Co., Ltd. These companies play a significant role in supplying equipment for automotive, aerospace, railways, energy, and general manufacturing sectors. For instance, in April 2025, Brother Industries, Ltd. announced the establishment of a new Technology Center in Tianjin through its subsidiary BROTHER MACHINERY SHANGHAI LTD., marking its sixth such facility in China with a machine tool showroom. The center will support machine tool sales by offering demonstrations, seminars, test processing, and service support.

Breakdown of Primaries:

In-depth interviews were conducted with CEOs, marketing directors, other innovation and technology directors, and executives from various key organizations operating in this market.

• By Company Type: Machine Tools Manufacturers - 35%, Tier 1/Tier 2 - 41%, and End Users - 24%
• By Designation: C Level - 60%, D Level - 10%, and Others - 30%
• By Region: Asia Pacific-40%, Europe-30%, North America-20%, Rest of the World-10%

The machine tools market is dominated by major players, including Makino Inc. (Japan), JTEKT Corporation (Japan), Okuma Corporation (Japan), DMG MORI Co., Ltd. (Japan), and DN Solutions (South Korea).

The study includes an in-depth competitive analysis of these key players in the machine tools market, with their company profiles, recent developments, and key market strategies.

Research Coverage:

This research report categorizes the machine tools market By Product Type (Milling Machines, Turning Machines, Grinding Machines, Electrical Discharge Machine, Machining Centers, and Others), Automation Type (CNC and Conventional), Sales Channel (Events & Exhibitions, Dealers & Distributors, and Direct Sales), End-user Industry (Aerospace, Medical, Semiconductor, Automotive and Transportation, Capital Goods, Energy, and Power, Sheet Metals, and Others), and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Rest of the World). The scope of the report covers detailed information regarding drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities influencing the market growth. A detailed analysis of the key industry players has been done to provide insights into their business overview, solutions & services, key strategies, contracts, partnerships, agreements, product & service launches, mergers & acquisitions, and recent developments associated with the machine tools market. This report also covers a competitive analysis of upcoming start-ups in the machine tools market ecosystem.

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The report provides insights on the following pointers:

• Analysis of key drivers (rising adoption of manufactured goods, increased demand for precision and efficiency, growing automobile production, heightened focus on automation), restraints (high initial investment), opportunities (Industry 4.0 and digitization, rapid adoption of CNC technology, rising implementation of adaptive machining), and challenges (absence of standardization in industrial communication protocols and interfaces, lack of skilled workforce to operate automated machine tools) influencing the growth of the machine tools market
• Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insights on upcoming technologies and research & development activities in the machine tools market
• Market Development: Comprehensive information about lucrative markets – the report analyses the machine tools market across varied regions
• Market Diversification: Exhaustive information about new products & services, untapped geographies, recent developments, and investments in the machine tools market

Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, growth strategies, and service offerings of leading players Makino Inc. (Japan), JTEKT Corporation (Japan), Okuma Corporation (Japan), DMG MORI Co., Ltd. (Japan), and DN Solutions (South Korea), and among others, in the machine tools market Show more