Global industrial robot stock hits 5 million in 2025, IFR says
The International Federation of Robotics reported that the global operational stock of industrial robots grew 9% in 2025, reaching a record 5 million units. This increase followed an 11% rise in annual installations, with over 600,000 new units deployed worldwide last year. Asia led growth, accounting for 59% of global deployments, with China installing 354,000 robots—a 20% year-over-year…
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- Global industrial robots reached **5 million operational units** in 2025, up **9%** from 2024, per IFR data
- China installed **354,000 robots** in 2025—**20% more** than 2024—accounting for **59%** of global deployments
- IFR predicts **655,000 installations in 2026**, citing labor shortages and AI-driven automation as key drivers
5 million robots are now at work in factories worldwide, reports the IFR
The Robot Report · 24 September 2026
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