Global AGV Software Market By Offering (In-built Vehicle Software and Integrated Software), By End-Use Industry (Automotive, Manufacturing, Food & Beverages, Aerospace, Healthcare, Logistics, Retail and Others), By Company and By Geography, Forecast & Opportunities, 2021-2031F

Forecast Period	2027-2031
Market Size (2025)	USD 3.59 Billion
CAGR (2026-2031)	12.35%
Fastest Growing Segment	Automotive
Largest Market	North America
Market Size (2031)	USD 7.22 Billion

Market Overview

The Global AGV Software Market will grow from USD 3.59 Billion in 2025 to USD 7.22 Billion by 2031 at a 12.35% CAGR. AGV software refers to the centralized control systems responsible for managing the navigation, traffic routing, and task scheduling of Automated Guided Vehicles within industrial environments. This technology coordinates fleet movements to ensure collision avoidance and optimizes material flow in warehouses and manufacturing facilities. The primary drivers supporting this market include the rising demand for operational efficiency and the critical need to address global labor shortages. As industries automate internal logistics to reduce costs and improve throughput, the reliance on software to orchestrate these complex vehicle networks has grown substantially.

However, a significant challenge impeding market expansion is the difficulty of achieving interoperability between new AGV software and existing legacy infrastructure, which can result in high implementation costs. Despite these technical hurdles, the adoption of mobile robotics continues to accelerate. According to the International Federation of Robotics, in 2024, the transportation and logistics segment recorded sales of 102,900 units, representing a 14% increase driven by these industrial automation needs. This statistical growth underscores the expanding scale of fleets that require robust management software.

Key Market Drivers

Escalating Labor Costs and Workforce Scarcity is a primary catalyst propelling the adoption of AGV software. As industrial sectors grapple with a widening skills gap and rising wages, companies are increasingly turning to automated solutions to maintain productivity without relying on a volatile human workforce. Advanced software platforms enable facilities to maximize the utility of their robotic fleets, ensuring continuous operation and reducing the dependency on manual forklift operators. This strategic shift is quantifiable; according to Rockwell Automation, June 2025, in the '10th Annual State of Smart Manufacturing Report', 41% of manufacturers are now using AI and automation specifically to help close the skills gap and address labor shortages. By centralizing control, these systems allow fewer personnel to oversee larger, more complex material handling operations.

Surge in Global E-commerce and Omnichannel Fulfillment further accelerates the deployment of sophisticated navigation and control systems. Modern fulfillment centers face intense pressure to process orders with unprecedented speed and accuracy, necessitating dynamic routing and real-time task allocation that only robust software can provide. This demand is particularly acute in consumer-facing industries where seasonal peaks require scalable automation. According to the Association for Advancing Automation, February 2025, in the 'A3 Reports North American Robotics Market Holds Steady in 2024' press release, robot orders from the food and consumer goods sector surged by 65% in 2024, highlighting the pivot toward automated logistics in retail-aligned verticals. This trend contributes to the broader expansion of the sector; according to the International Federation of Robotics, in 2025, the global sales of professional service robots reached nearly 200,000 units in 2024, marking a 9% increase driven by these operational imperatives.

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Key Market Challenges

The technical difficulty of establishing interoperability between modern AGV software and existing legacy infrastructure acts as a substantial restraint on market expansion. Many industrial facilities operate on older enterprise resource planning systems and warehouse management tools that are not inherently compatible with current robotic control architectures. Bridging this technological gap often requires expensive middleware and extensive engineering customization, which significantly increases the total cost of ownership. These inflated implementation costs frequently compel companies to delay or scale back their automation projects, particularly when capital budgets are scrutinized for return on investment.

This financial hesitation creates a measurable deceleration in the adoption of automation technologies. According to the Association for Advancing Automation, in the first half of 2024, North American companies ordered 15,705 robots, representing a decline of approximately 8% compared to the same period in the previous year. This contraction in procurement activity underscores how the financial burden of complex integrations can suppress demand. When the cost of synchronizing new software with established systems becomes prohibitive, it effectively limits the addressable market and slows the overall growth trajectory of the global AGV software sector.

Key Market Trends

The Integration of Artificial Intelligence for Dynamic Path Planning is transforming AGV software by enabling vehicles to navigate complex environments without reliance on rigid physical infrastructure like magnetic tapes. Unlike traditional rule-based systems, AI algorithms process real-time sensor data to recalculate routes instantly, allowing fleets to bypass obstacles and dynamically prioritize urgent material movements. This shift towards autonomous adaptability is becoming a standard operational requirement for modern facilities seeking to optimize material flow and reduce traffic congestion. According to Rockwell Automation, June 2025, in the '10th Annual State of Smart Manufacturing Report', 95% of manufacturers have invested in or plan to invest in artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies over the next five years, driven by the need to enhance operational resilience.

Concurrent with AI adoption, the Incorporation of Digital Twin Technology for Simulation is altering how robotic fleets are deployed and optimized. This technology allows facility managers to create virtual replicas of their physical environments, enabling them to test fleet behaviors, validate routing logic, and identify potential bottlenecks before a single physical vehicle is commissioned. By simulating various operational scenarios, companies can significantly reduce implementation risks and minimize downtime during system integration. The increasing adoption of this validation tool is evident; according to Robotics and Automation News, September 2025, in the 'Robotics Survey Highlights Autonomy and Digital Twins Trends' article, 39.4% of organizations already utilize digital twins extensively for their robotic systems, with an additional 51.7% currently piloting the technology.

Segmental Insights

The Automotive segment is emerging as the fastest-growing vertical in the Global AGV Software Market, largely driven by the sector's rapid transition toward Electric Vehicle (EV) production. Unlike traditional manufacturing, EV assembly requires flexible, modular production lines where AGV software is critical for dynamic navigation and complex fleet management. Additionally, the integration of Industry 4.0 principles compels automakers to adopt automated logistics to combat labor constraints and increase precision. This structural shift from rigid conveyance to software-defined material handling establishes the automotive industry as the primary engine of market expansion.

Regional Insights

North America maintains a leading position in the AGV software market, driven by the rapid expansion of automated warehousing and logistics infrastructure. The region experiences high labor costs, which accelerates the transition toward autonomous material handling solutions to ensure operational continuity. Furthermore, strict safety frameworks enforced by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) necessitate the use of precise navigation and fleet management systems to minimize workplace hazards. This regulatory pressure combined with industrial demand establishes North America as the primary revenue generator in the global sector.

Recent Developments

• In July 2024, Continental announced a collaboration with Amazon Web Services to develop an enhanced software platform for autonomous mobile robots used in intralogistics and agriculture. The partnership leveraged cloud computing capabilities to create a scalable fleet management system that supports the safe navigation and real-time monitoring of robot operations on a global scale. By integrating cloud services into the software stack, the companies aimed to accelerate the deployment of mobile robots and provide customers with a solution that adapts to specific industry requirements. This development focused on improving the reliability and operational efficiency of automated fleets across global supply chains.
• In June 2024, KUKA Nordic established a strategic partnership with Front AGV, a system integrator specializing in automated logistics solutions. This collaboration focused on deploying KUKA’s latest generation of autonomous mobile robots, which are equipped with advanced fleet management software. The software enables operators to configure movement patterns and loading points easily, facilitating quick installation and flexible operation at end-user facilities. By combining KUKA’s robotic hardware and software capabilities with the integrator's engineering expertise, the alliance aimed to deliver comprehensive, self-navigating material handling systems that operate efficiently around the clock in various industrial settings.
• In April 2024, Kollmorgen launched NDC Flex, a new technology solution designed to combine the predictable efficiency of automated guided vehicles with the adaptability of autonomous mobile robots. This product launch addressed the industry's need for versatile intralogistics software that can manage fleet operations without requiring extensive interruptions or major infrastructure modifications. The solution was made available through the company's global partner network, enabling system integrators to deploy automated vehicle fleets that are capable of navigating complex environments while maintaining high productivity standards and robust safety protocols for diverse material handling applications.
• In March 2024, Pramac partnered with BlueBotics to introduce a new line of mobile logistics robots marketed under the X-ACT brand. As part of this collaboration, BlueBotics provided its proprietary autonomous navigation technology and server fleet management software to control the new vehicles. This technological integration enabled the robots to operate with high precision and required minimal infrastructure changes within dynamic warehouse environments. The strategic alliance allowed Pramac to expand its material handling portfolio by offering solutions that are fully managed by a centralized software system, ensuring safe and efficient interoperability with other automated guided vehicles in the fleet.

Key Market Players

• KION Group
• Toyota Industries Corporation
• KUKA Group
• Jungheinrich AG
• Seegrid Corporation
• Daifuku Co., Ltd.
• JBT Corporation
• Murata Machinery, Ltd.
• Oceaneering International, Inc.
• Kollmorgen

By Offering	By End-Use Industry	By Region
In-built Vehicle Software and Integrated Software	Automotive Manufacturing Food & Beverages Aerospace Healthcare Logistics Retail and Others	North America Europe Asia Pacific South America Middle East & Africa

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global AGV Software Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

• AGV Software Market, By Offering:

• In-built Vehicle Software and Integrated Software

• AGV Software Market, By End-Use Industry:

• Automotive
• Manufacturing
• Food & Beverages
• Aerospace
• Healthcare
• Logistics
• Retail and Others

• AGV Software Market, By Region:

• North America
• United States
• Canada
• Mexico
• Europe
• France
• United Kingdom
• Italy
• Germany
• Spain
• Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• South America
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Colombia
• Middle East & Africa
• South Africa
• Saudi Arabia
• UAE