Programmable Logic Controller Market Analysis

  • Report ID: 5381
  • Published Date: Sep 11, 2025
  • Report Format: PDF, PPT

Programmable Logic Controller Market Segmentation:

Product Type Segment Analysis

The modular PLC segment in the programmable logic controller market is estimated to gain the largest revenue share of about 65% in the year 2035. The increased efficiency of current PLCs over compact and rack one in the automated manufacturing processes can contribute to the segment's rise. Modern PLCs are primarily integrated for more complex uses, such as computer vision-based quality control, AI-driven shipping, and predictive maintenance. They have significantly greater power than the other two PLCs. Modular PLCs are commonly used in applications that require a large number of inputs in addition to outputs, including process management in the manufacturing industry. As a result, it can store a large amount of data and execute multiple activities.

End User Segment Analysis

Programmable logic controller (PLC) market from the automotive segment is expected to garner a significant share of around 30% in the year 2035. The growth of the segment is majorly attributed to the rising integration of automation and robots in automotive manufacturing. The automotive sector employs the most robots in facilities around the world, with operational stock exceeding one million units. This is almost one-third of the total installed across all industries. Most automakers that have previously invested in traditional industrial robots for basic assembly are now investing in collaborative applications for the final putting together and finishing activities. This is projected to change as automotive robotic get smaller, more versatile, and easier to program.

Our in-depth analysis of the global programmable logic controller market includes the following segments:

                              Type

  • Software
  • Hardware

                              Product Type

  • Modular PLC
  • Compact PLC
  • Rack PLC

                               End User

  • Food & Beverage
  • Automotive
  • Chemical & Petrochemical
  • Pulp & Paper
  • Oil & Gas
  • Pharmaceutical
  • Water & Wastewater Treatment
  • Energy & Utilities

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

In the year 2026, the industry size of programmable logic controller is estimated at USD 14.14 billion.

The global programmable logic controller market size was more than USD 13.25 billion in 2025 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of more than 7.5%, reaching USD 27.31 billion revenue by 2035.

North America’s programmable logic controller (plc) market will hold over 35% share by 2035, driven by growing industry transformation and higher adoption of automation and robotics.

Key players in the market include Eaton Corporation, Omron Corporation, Emerson Electric Co., OTEK Corporation, Electric Power Construction Corporation, Robert Bosch GmbH, Honeywell International Inc., Siemens AG, Rockwell Automation, and Schneider Electric SE.
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