U.S. robotics industry saw double-digit growth in 2025, says IFR
# U.S. Robotics Industry Rebounds with Double-Digit Growth in 2025
The U.S. robotics industry experienced double-digit growth in 2025, according to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR). The recovery was led by adoption in the food industry and other non-manufacturing sectors, marking a shift from traditional manufacturing-focused deployment patterns.
Why this matters for operators and integrators: This growth pattern signals expanding deployment beyond factory floors into logistics, food processing, and service operations—areas where robotics coordination with existing workflows becomes critical. For automation integrators, this means demand for systems that can work alongside human staff in less-controlled environments than traditional manufacturing. For logistics and AI agent operators, it underscores growing opportunities in sectors that previously resisted automation.
Practical observation: Non-manufacturing sectors typically involve more variable workflows and safety-critical interactions than factory settings. Teams implementing robotics in these environments will need to prioritize interoperability standards and operator training differently than they would in controlled industrial spaces.