Conveyor System Market is expected to reach US$ 9.40 Billion by 2031

Global Conveyor System Market Forecast to 2031: Key Insights

According to our latest study on "Global Conveyor System Market – Global and Regional Share, Trend, and Growth Opportunity Analysis – by Type, Operation Mode, Industry, and Geography," the market was valued at US$ 6.47 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach US$ 9.40 billion by 2031. The Conveyor System market size is estimated to register a CAGR of 5.7% during 2025–2031. The rapid expansion of e-commerce is a major factor driving the global conveyor system market growth. With growing digital adoption and evolving consumer behavior, online shopping volumes have significantly increased, pushing companies to invest in larger, faster, and more efficient warehousing and distribution systems. The adoption of energy-efficient and eco-friendly solutions is likely to emerge as a conveyor system market trend in the coming years.

Regulatory pressures, strong industrial automation uptake, and an ongoing shift toward sustainable and digitized operations largely influence the conveyor system market. The manufacturing sector, especially automotive, electronics, food processing, and pharmaceuticals, consistently uses conveyor systems to streamline material handling and improve traceability, quality control, and energy efficiency. The European Union's stringent environmental regulations and labor safety directives encourage companies to invest in low-emission, energy-optimized conveyors with safety guards, smart controls, and real-time monitoring systems. Additionally, the rise of circular manufacturing and lean production strategies across Germany, the UK, and Scandinavia is pushing for highly modular conveyor designs that can be reconfigured for different workflows, thereby enhancing asset utilization.

Conveyor System Market

The rapid growth of omnichannel retail and regional e-commerce fulfillment requires highly efficient warehousing operations. Conveyor systems are critical in achieving accurate and timely delivery while managing fluctuating order volumes. The region's high labor costs make automation a financially viable alternative in industrial applications. Further, Europe’s robust logistics and supply chain network supports the deployment of conveyor systems across airports, ports, and distribution centers, contributing to the overall market momentum. Investment in smart factory initiatives under government programs and collaborations between system integrators and end users has made conveyor systems a cornerstone of modern European production and logistics environments, contributing to Europe’s growing conveyor system market share.

Expansion of E-Commerce and Warehousing Drives Global Conveyor System Market Growth

Conveyor systems play a critical role in automating material handling processes, improving speed, reducing errors, and supporting the high-throughput requirements of modern fulfillment centers. According to a joint report by real estate consulting firm ANAROCK and retail news platform ETRetail, India’s e-commerce sector is expected to reach Rs. 47.6 lakh crore (US$ 550 billion) by FY2035. This projection underscores how digitalization reshapes consumer buying patterns and how supply chains evolve in response. To meet this demand, businesses invest in warehouse automation technologies such as conveyor belts, sortation systems, and robotics to ensure timely and accurate order processing. A notable example of this trend is LPP Logistics, which in July 2024 announced the launch of a new 40,000 sqm e-commerce warehouse in Romania, marking its second fulfillment center in the country. This facility alone can process up to 400,000 orders daily, highlighting the scale at which companies expand their logistics capabilities to cater to soaring demand, especially in high-growth markets such as Southern Europe. Overall, the rise of e-commerce is increasing the need for more warehousing space and demanding greater efficiency and automation within those spaces. Conveyor systems are at the core of this transformation, making them an essential investment for companies seeking to stay competitive in a fast-paced, consumer-driven market. Thus, expanding e-commerce and warehousing worldwide fuels the global conveyor system market growth.

Global Conveyor System Market: Segmental Overview

In terms of industry, the Conveyor System market is divided into Food and Beverage, Automotive, Airports, Logistics, Metal and Mining, and Others. The food and beverage segment held a significant Conveyor System market share in 2024. The food and beverage industry uses conveyor systems to move products through processing, packaging, and distribution stages. These conveyors help handle items like fruits, vegetables, meat, bakery goods, and beverages in a clean and controlled manner. Conveyor systems are essential in this industry because they ensure hygiene, reduce human contact, and improve speed and accuracy. They help maintain product quality and meet strict food safety standards. The demand for conveyor systems in food and beverage is growing due to increasing consumer demand, the rise in packaged food consumption, and the need for faster processing. Automation in food factories is also growing, which supports the adoption of advanced conveyors. Features like easy-to-clean belts and stainless-steel designs further boost market growth.

Global Conveyor System Market Analysis: Competitive Landscape and Key Developments

The global conveyor system market report emphasizes the key factors driving the market and prominent players' developments. Daifuku Co Ltd, Kion Group AG, Metso Outotec Corp, Honeywell International Inc, Interroll Holding GmbH, Fives SAS, SSI SCHAEFER Group, Swisslog Holding AG, TGW Logistics Group GmbH, and Vanderlande Industries BV are among the prominent players profiled in the global Conveyor System market report. The market players focus on new product launches, expansion and diversification, and acquisition strategies, which allow them to access prevailing business opportunities.

• In May 2025, the KION Group opened its new KION Regional Distribution Center Central Europe (KION RDC CE) at its site in Kahl am Main. The investment volume for the highly automated spare parts distribution center was around € 90 million. With the new center, KION is strengthening its presence in Central Europe and taking an important step toward optimizing its supply chains.
• In April 2024, Metso is launching productized FIT™ in-plant and Foresight™ overland conveyors for reliable material transportation in the mining industry. The standardized conveyor modules and premium components offer high capacity and layout flexibility as well as substantial savings in time and resources, from feasibility and design to implementation, thereby enabling higher lifetime productivity.

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