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日本自動導引車市場報告（按類型、營運模式、導航技術、應用、產業和地區）2025-2033

Japan Automated Guided Vehicles Market Report by Type, Mode of Operation, Navigation Technology, Application, Industry, and Region 2025-2033
出版日期: | 出版商: IMARC | 英文 121 Pages | 商品交期: 5-7個工作天內

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2024年，日本自動導引車市場規模達2.506億美元。展望未來， IMARC Group預計到2033年，市場規模將達到9.024億美元，2025-2033年期間的複合年成長率（CAGR）為14.4%。先進的製造自動化、日益嚴重的勞動力短缺、重大的技術創新、對倉儲和物流效率日益成長的需求、政府對工業4.0計劃的支持力度加大以及智慧工廠解決方案的廣泛應用，是推動市場成長的一些主要因素。

日本自動導引車市場分析：

  • 主要市場驅動力：先進製造業對自動化和效率的追求是市場的主要驅動力。中國人口老化及其導致的勞動力短缺，使得採用自動導引車（AGV）來維持工廠和倉庫的生產力水準成為必要。
  • 主要市場趨勢：人工智慧 (AI) 和機器學習 (ML) 的日益整合增強了 AGV 的功能，例如改進導航和即時決策，這代表了日本自動導引車 (AGV) 市場成長的關鍵趨勢。電子商務的興起也增加了對高效靈活物流解決方案的需求，推動了倉庫和配送中心對 AGV 的採用。
  • 競爭格局：日本自動導引車產業的主要市場參與者包括大福株式會社、村田機械株式會社、榮株式會社（近鐵集團控股有限公司）和豐田自動織機株式會社等。
  • 挑戰與機會：市場面臨各種挑戰，包括高昂的初始投資成本以及將AGV整合到現有工作流程的複雜性。然而，市場也面臨許多機會，例如勞動力短缺導致的自動化需求不斷成長以及工業4.0計劃的推動。

日本自動導引車市場趨勢：

勞動力短缺日益嚴重

日本人口老化和出生率下降導致各行各業出現嚴重的勞動力短缺。自動導引車 (AGV) 可以有效解決這個問題，它能夠實現物料搬運和其他重複性任務的自動化，從而無需依賴人力即可保持生產力水平。根據產業報告，日本目前的人口為 1.2435 億，已連續 13 年下降。預計從 2022 年到 2040 年，日本的勞動力將繼續下降 12%，屆時估計該國將缺少 1,100 萬名工人。同時，作為亞洲第二大經濟體，日本已是世界上老齡人口最多的國家，65 歲以上人口占總人口的 29%。這將進一步提升日本自動導引車在此期間的市場佔有率。

重大技術進步

機器人技術、人工智慧 (AI) 和物聯網 (IoT) 技術的不斷創新增強了 AGV 的功能，使其更加高效、可靠，並能適應複雜的工業環境。這些進步推動了 AGV 在各領域的應用。例如，2022 年 11 月，領先的自動駕駛運輸公司 Eve Autonomy 宣布推出與雅馬哈引擎和 TIER IV 共同開發的一體化自動駕駛運輸服務「Eve Auto」。這項採用 4 級無人駕駛電動車 (EV) 的商業自動駕駛運輸服務在日本尚屬首例。這推動了日本自動導引車市場在此期間的收入成長。

新興工業4.0舉措

日本政府和工業界正在大力推動工業 4.0 原則的採用，該原則強調智慧製造和自動化。政府對實施先進製造技術的支持和激勵措施進一步刺激了該國對自動導引車 (AGV) 的需求。據韓國工業經濟貿易研究院稱，日本政府，尤其是經濟產業省，正在積極制定各種戰略、具體政策和路線圖，以應對第四次工業革命過程中出現的問題。因此，自 2015 年以來，日本一直積極透過物聯網 (IoT)、巨量資料、人工智慧 (AI) 和機器人技術來應對新浪潮。日本在工廠自動化機器人利用率等方面擁有世界最高紀錄。例如，2023 年 8 月，印尼和日本政府繼續合作打造具有競爭力的製造業，包括透過培訓和指導製造業人力資源 (HR) 應用數位技術或工業 4.0。預計將在未來幾年提振日本自動導引車市場預測。

日本自動導引車市場區隔：

按類型分列：

  • 兩輛車
  • 單位載重運輸車
  • 托盤搬運車
  • 裝配線車輛
  • 堆高機

市場對兩廂車的需求源自於其在工廠和倉庫內高效長距離運輸大量貨物的能力。它們透過減少對體力勞動的需求，並提高物流和製造過程中物料運輸的速度和可靠性，從而提高生產力。

單元載貨運輸車因其高效搬運和運輸大型單件貨物的能力而備受青睞。單元載貨運輸車在汽車和電子製造等行業中至關重要，因為在這些行業中，零件和產品的精確安全運輸對於維持生產流程和縮短搬運時間至關重要。

托盤搬運車的需求源自於其多功能性和處理托盤貨物的高效率。 AGV 廣泛應用於倉庫和配送中心，簡化了裝卸流程，改善了庫存管理，並提高了整體營運效率。

裝配線車輛對於實現生產線上零件和產品的自動化運輸至關重要。它們支援準時制生產實踐，透過確保汽車、電子和家電製造業零件的平穩一致交付，提高生產速度並降低勞動力成本。

自動堆高機的需求源自於其安全且有效率地起重和運輸重物的能力。自動堆高機在物流、倉儲和製造等各行各業都至關重要，能夠提高營運效率、減少工傷，並提升整體物料搬運能力。

依營運模式分類：

  • 室內的
  • 戶外的

室內作業對 AGV 的需求源自於製造、倉儲和物流領域對自動化的需求，旨在提高效率和生產力。 AGV 可改善受控環境中的物料搬運、庫存管理和組裝線流程，從而降低人力成本並最大限度地減少人為錯誤。

戶外型自動導引車 (AGV) 因其能夠在嚴苛環境下執行穩健的物料運輸和物流任務而備受青睞。它們對於農業、建築和採礦等行業至關重要，因為在這些行業中，各種天氣條件下的耐用性和可靠性對於維持營運效率和減少對人工的依賴至關重要。

依導航技術分類：

  • 雷射導
  • 磁導
  • 歸納引導
  • 光學磁帶引導
  • 視覺引導
  • 其他

雷射導引AGV的需求源自於其在複雜環境中導航的精確度和靈活性。雷射導引技術能夠實現高精度定位和障礙物檢測，使其成為汽車和電子製造等需要精確物料搬運的行業的理想選擇。

磁力導航系統因其可靠性和易於安裝而廣受歡迎。它們提供一致且穩定的導航，非常適合倉庫和配送中心等需要簡單、重複路徑以實現高效物料運輸的應用。

感應導航因其能夠在惡劣環境下運行，並能在各種地面條件下保持精度而備受青睞。這項技術在重工業和戶外應用中至關重要，因為這些應用需要堅固耐用的導航系統。

光學磁帶導航是一種經濟高效且易於重新配置的導航解決方案。它非常適合佈局頻繁變化的設施，例如零售配送中心，能夠快速適應新的路徑和營運要求。

視覺導航 AGV 因其先進的導航功能（包括即時環境地圖繪製和避障）而備受青睞。該技術支援動態複雜的環境，非常適合航太、醫療保健和高科技製造等對適應性和精度要求極高的高精度行業。

按應用分類：

  • 運輸
  • 分配
  • 貯存
  • 集會
  • 包裝
  • 廢棄物處理

工業設施內高效可靠的貨物運輸需求推動了運輸業對AGV的需求。 AGV可以最佳化營運流程，縮短運輸時間，並最大限度地減少人工勞動，確保及時、精準地處理物料。

在配送中心，AGV 簡化了分類和調度流程，提高了速度和準確性。自動化有助於有效管理大量貨物，降低人力成本，並確保可靠的配送。

AGV 可最佳化倉儲設施的空間利用率和庫存管理。它們可以縮短檢索時間、減少錯誤並更好地控制庫存水平，從而提高整體倉儲效率和組織性。

自動導引車 (AGV) 透過持續穩定地運送零件，確保裝配線上的生產流程順暢無阻。自動導引車 (AGV) 減少人工操作，並實現靈活、可擴展的組裝操作，從而提高生產效率。

在包裝過程中，AGV 簡化了產品在不同階段之間的移動，確保了一致的處理並降低了損壞風險。自動化提高了包裝效率和生產率，並支援大量生產。

自動導引車 (AGV) 透過在設施內有效收集和運輸廢棄物，改善了廢棄物管理。它們提高了清潔度和安全性，並減少了廢棄物處理所需的勞動力，有助於創造更有序、更衛生的環境。

按行業分類：

  • 汽車
  • 製造業
  • 食品和飲料
  • 航太
  • 衛生保健
  • 後勤
  • 零售
  • 其他

日本自動導引車市場報告根據行業細分了市場，包括汽車、製造、食品飲料、航太、醫療保健、物流、零售等。

汽車產業對 AGV 的需求源自於組裝線和零件處理對精度、效率和靈活性的要求。自動化有助於簡化生產流程、降低人力成本並提高營運效率，尤其是在大量生產環境中。

在製造業中，AGV 對於最佳化物料搬運、減少人為錯誤和提高生產力至關重要。智慧工廠和工業 4.0 計畫的推動進一步推動了 AGV 的採用，從而提高了效率和競爭力。

食品和飲料行業的 AGV 有助於維持衛生標準、降低污染風險，並確保有效地處理和儲存產品。物料搬運和庫存管理的自動化可提高生產力，並符合嚴格的安全法規。

航太工業使用 AGV 來精準且有效率地搬運大型重型零件。 AGV 支援精實生產實踐，提高工作流程效率，並確保精密貴重航太零件的安全運輸。

在醫療保健領域，AGV 簡化了醫院和實驗室內醫療用品、藥品和設備的運輸。自動化提高了效率，降低了人力成本，並最大限度地減少了人與人之間的接觸，從而改善了整體醫療服務並提高了病人安全。

AGV 可提升倉庫自動化程度，提高物料搬運效率，並減少對勞動力的依賴，從而惠及物流業。 AGV 可提高訂單履行速度、準確性和整體供應鏈效率，滿足日益成長的快速可靠物流服務需求。

在零售業，AGV 支援倉庫和配送中心的高效庫存管理、訂單揀選和物料搬運。自動化有助於零售商滿足電子商務的需求，確保及時且準確的訂單履行，並提高整體營運效率。這進一步創造了日本自動導引車 (AGV) 市場的樂觀前景。

日本自動導引車市場新聞：

  • 2024年3月，三菱重工集團旗下的三菱Logisnext株式會社宣布，已完成利用自動導引堆高機（AGF）裝載卡車的展示。這項展示由三菱重工與物流服務供應商鴻池運輸株式會社共同進行，鴻池運輸株式會社已於本月開始在日本將此系統應用於實際業務運作。
  • 2023年12月，大福株式會社宣布，已開始在其核心生產基地滋賀工廠的新高層測試設施中對其最新的高速高層自動儲存和檢索系統 (AS/RS) 堆疊起重機進行運行測試。
  • 2023年9月，福井縣永平寺町根據政府新規推出了日本首個允許全自動駕駛的交通服務。領先的汽車製造商正在向自動駕駛技術投入大量資源，但自動駕駛汽車在道路上行駛仍面臨許多挑戰。

本報告回答的關鍵問題：

  • 日本自動導引車市場迄今表現如何？未來幾年將如何表現？
  • COVID-19 對日本自動導引車市場有何影響？
  • 日本自動導引車市場依類型分為哪些類型？
  • 根據營運模式，日本自動導引車市場是如何分類的？
  • 根據導航技術，日本自動導引車市場是如何分類的？
  • 日本自動導引車市場根據應用如何分類？
  • 日本自動導引車市場按行業分類的分佈如何？
  • 日本自動導引車市場的價值鏈分為哪些階段？
  • 日本自動導引車市場的主要促進因素和挑戰是什麼？
  • 日本自動導引車市場的結構是怎麼樣的？主要參與者是誰？
  • 日本自動導引車市場的競爭程度如何？

本報告回答的關鍵問題：

  • 日本自動導引車市場迄今表現如何？未來幾年將如何表現？
  • COVID-19 對日本自動導引車市場有何影響？
  • 日本自動導引車市場依類型分為哪些類型？
  • 根據營運模式，日本自動導引車市場是如何分類的？
  • 根據導航技術，日本自動導引車市場是如何分類的？
  • 日本自動導引車市場根據應用如何分類？
  • 日本自動導引車市場按行業分類的分佈如何？
  • 日本自動導引車市場的價值鏈分為哪些階段？
  • 日本自動導引車市場的主要促進因素和挑戰是什麼？
  • 日本自動導引車市場的結構是怎麼樣的？主要參與者是誰？
  • 日本自動導引車市場的競爭程度如何？

目錄

第1章：前言

第2章：範圍與方法

  • 研究目標
  • 利害關係人
  • 資料來源
    • 主要來源
    • 次要來源
  • 市場評估
    • 自下而上的方法
    • 自上而下的方法
  • 預測方法

第3章：執行摘要

第4章：日本自動導引車市場-簡介

  • 概述
  • 市場動態
  • 產業趨勢
  • 競爭情報

第5章：日本自動導引車市場格局

  • 歷史與當前市場趨勢（2019-2024）
  • 市場預測（2025-2033）

第6章：日本自動導引車市場-細分：依類型

  • 兩輛車
    • 概述
  • 單元載重運輸車
    • 概述
  • 托盤搬運車
    • 概述
  • 裝配線車輛
    • 概述
  • 堆高機
    • 概述

第7章：日本自動導引車市場-細分：依營運模式

  • 室內的
    • 概述
  • 戶外的
    • 概述

第 8 章：日本自動導引車市場 - 細分：按導航技術

  • 雷射導
    • 概述
  • 磁導
    • 概述
  • 歸納引導
    • 概述
  • 光學磁帶引導
    • 概述
  • 視覺引導
    • 概述
  • 其他

第9章：日本自動導引車市場-細分：依應用

  • 運輸
    • 概述
  • 分配
    • 概述
  • 貯存
    • 概述
  • 集會
    • 概述
  • 包裝
    • 概述
  • 廢棄物處理
    • 概述

第 10 章：日本自動導引車市場 - 細分：按行業

  • 汽車
    • 概述
  • 製造業
    • 概述
  • 食品和飲料
    • 概述
  • 航太
    • 概述
  • 衛生保健
    • 概述
  • 後勤
    • 概述
  • 零售
    • 概述
  • 其他

第 11 章：日本自動導引車市場 - 競爭格局

  • 概述
  • 市場結構
  • 市場參與者定位
  • 最佳獲勝策略
  • 競爭儀錶板
  • 公司評估象限

第 12 章：關鍵參與者簡介

  • Daifuku Co. Ltd.
    • Business Overview
    • Product Portfolio
    • Business Strategies
    • SWOT Analysis
    • Major News and Events
  • Murata Machinery Ltd.
    • Business Overview
    • Product Portfolio
    • Business Strategies
    • SWOT Analysis
    • Major News and Events
  • Sakae Co. Ltd. (Kintetsu Group Holdings Co. Ltd.)
    • Business Overview
    • Product Portfolio
    • Business Strategies
    • SWOT Analysis
    • Major News and Events
  • Toyota Industries Corporation
    • Business Overview
    • Product Portfolio
    • Business Strategies
    • SWOT Analysis
    • Major News and Events

第13章：日本自動導引車市場-產業分析

  • 促進因素、限制因素和機遇
    • 概述
    • 驅動程式
    • 限制
    • 機會
  • 波特五力分析
    • 概述
    • 買家的議價能力
    • 供應商的議價能力
    • 競爭程度
    • 新進入者的威脅
    • 替代品的威脅
  • 價值鏈分析

第 14 章：附錄

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Japan automated guided vehicles market size reached USD 250.6 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 902.4 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 14.4% during 2025-2033. Advanced manufacturing automation, rising labor shortages, significant technological innovations, increasing need for efficiency in warehousing and logistics, growing government support for Industry 4.0 initiatives, and widespread adoption of smart factory solutions are some of the major factors propelling the market growth.

Japan Automated Guided Vehicles Market Analysis:

  • Major Market Drivers: The advanced manufacturing sector's push toward automation and efficiency represents the major driver of the market. The aging population and resulting labor shortages in the country necessitate the adoption of AGVs to maintain productivity levels in factories and warehouses.
  • Key Market Trends: The increasing integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to enhance AGV capabilities, such as improved navigation and real-time decision-making represents a key trend in Japan automated guided vehicles market growth. The rise of e-commerce is also increasing the need for efficient and flexible logistics solutions, driving the adoption of AGVs in warehouses and distribution centers.
  • Competitive Landscape: Some of the major market players in the Japan automated guided vehicles industry include Daifuku Co. Ltd., Murata Machinery Ltd., Sakae Co. Ltd. (Kintetsu Group Holdings Co. Ltd.), and Toyota Industries Corporation, among many others.
  • Challenges and Opportunities: The market faces various challenges including high initial investment costs and the complexity of integrating AGVs into existing workflows. However, the market also faces several opportunities such as the growing demand for automation due to labor shortages and the push for Industry 4.0 initiatives.

Japan Automated Guided Vehicles Market Trends:

Growing Labor Shortages

Japan's aging population and declining birth rates are leading to a significant labor shortage in various industries. Automated guided vehicles offer an effective solution to this problem by automating material handling and other repetitive tasks, thus maintaining productivity levels without relying on human labor. According to industry reports, the current population of 124.35 million has been falling for 13 years. And Japan's labor force is expected to continue to decline by 12% from 2022 to 2040, by which time it is estimated that the country will lack 11 million workers. Meanwhile, Asia's second-biggest economy is already home to the world's oldest population, with 29% of people aged 65 or above. This is further boosting Japan automated guided vehicles market share over the period.

Significant Technological Advancements

Continuous innovations in robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), and IoT (Internet of Things) technologies enhance the capabilities of AGVs, which makes them more efficient, reliable, and adaptable to complex industrial environments. These advancements drive the adoption of AGVs across various sectors. For instance, in November 2022, Eve Autonomy a leading autonomous transportation company announced that it launched the all-in-one autonomous transportation service "Eve Auto" which it has jointly developed with Yamaha Motor and TIER IV. This commercial autonomous transportation service with Level 4 driverless autonomous electric vehicles (EVs) is the first of its kind in Japan. This is fueling Japan automated guided vehicles market revenue over the period.

Rising Industry 4.0 Initiatives

The Japanese government and industries are strongly pushing for the adoption of Industry 4.0 principles, which emphasize smart manufacturing and automation. Government support and incentives for implementing advanced manufacturing technologies further boost the demand for AGVs in the country. According to the Korean Institute for Industrial Economics & Trade, The Japanese government, especially METI, is continuously actively creating various strategies and concrete policies & roadmaps to respond to the issues that occur in the process of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Therefore, Japan has been actively responding to the new wave through IoT (Internet of Things), Big Data, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and robotics since 2015. Japan has had the world's highest record in terms of factory automation robot utilization, etc. For instance, in August 2023, The Indonesian and Japanese governments continued to collaborate to build a competitive manufacturing industry, including through training and mentoring manufacturing human resources (HR) to apply digital technology or Industry 4.0. This is expected to boost Japan automated guided vehicles market forecast in the coming years.

Japan Automated Guided Vehicles Market Segmentation:

Breakup by Type:

  • Two Vehicles
  • Unit Load Carriers
  • Pallet Trucks
  • Assembly Line Vehicles
  • Forklift Trucks

The demand for two vehicles in the market is driven by their ability to efficiently move large volumes of goods across long distances within factories and warehouses. They enhance productivity by reducing the need for manual labor and improving the speed and reliability of material transport in logistics and manufacturing operations.

Unit load carriers are in demand for their capability to handle and transport large, single loads efficiently. They are essential in industries like automotive and electronics manufacturing, where precise and safe movement of parts and products is critical for maintaining production flow and reducing handling times.

The demand for pallet trucks is driven by their versatility and efficiency in handling palletized loads. Widely used in warehouses and distribution centers, these AGVs streamline the loading and unloading processes, improve inventory management, and enhance overall operational efficiency.

Assembly line vehicles are crucial for automating the transportation of components and products along production lines. They support just-in-time manufacturing practices, increase production speed, and reduce labor costs by ensuring smooth and consistent delivery of parts in automotive, electronics, and appliance manufacturing sectors.

The demand for automated forklift trucks is driven by their ability to safely and efficiently lift and transport heavy loads. They are essential in various industries, including logistics, warehousing, and manufacturing, where they enhance operational efficiency, reduce workplace injuries, and improve overall material handling capabilities.

Breakup by Mode of Operation:

  • Indoor
  • Outdoor

The demand for AGVs in indoor operations is driven by the need for automation in manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics to enhance efficiency and productivity. AGVs improve material handling, inventory management, and assembly line processes in controlled environments, reducing labor costs and minimizing human error.

Outdoor AGVs are in demand due to their ability to perform robust material transport and logistics tasks in challenging environments. They are essential for industries like agriculture, construction, and mining, where durability and reliability in various weather conditions are critical for maintaining operational efficiency and reducing manual labor dependency.

Breakup by Navigation Technology:

  • Laser Guidance
  • Magnetic Guidance
  • Inductive Guidance
  • Optical Tape Guidance
  • Vision Guidance
  • Others

The demand for laser-guided AGVs is driven by their precision and flexibility in navigating complex environments. Laser guidance allows for highly accurate positioning and obstacle detection, making it ideal for industries requiring precise material handling, such as automotive and electronics manufacturing.

Magnetic guidance systems are popular for their reliability and ease of installation. They offer consistent and stable navigation, making them suitable for applications in warehouses and distribution centers where straightforward, repetitive paths are needed for efficient material transport.

Inductive guidance is favored for its ability to function in harsh environments and maintain accuracy despite floor conditions. This technology is essential in heavy industries and outdoor applications where robust and durable navigation systems are required.

Optical tape guidance provides a cost-effective and easily reconfigurable navigation solution. It is ideal for facilities with frequently changing layouts, such as retail distribution centers, allowing quick adaptation to new paths and operational requirements.

Vision-guided AGVs are in demand for their advanced navigation capabilities, including real-time environment mapping and obstacle avoidance. This technology supports dynamic and complex environments, making it suitable for high-precision industries like aerospace, healthcare, and high-tech manufacturing, where adaptability and precision are crucial.

Breakup by Application:

  • Transportation
  • Distribution
  • Storage
  • Assembly
  • Packaging
  • Waste Handling

The demand for AGVs in transportation is driven by the need for efficient and reliable movement of goods within industrial facilities. AGVs enhance operational flow, reduce transportation times, and minimize manual labor, ensuring timely and precise material handling.

In distribution centers, AGVs streamline sorting and dispatching processes, improving speed and accuracy. Automation helps manage high volumes of goods efficiently, reducing labor costs and ensuring reliable distribution.

AGVs optimize space utilization and inventory management in storage facilities. They improve retrieval times, reduce errors, and maintain better control over stock levels, enhancing overall storage efficiency and organization.

AGVs ensure smooth and uninterrupted production processes in assembly lines by providing consistent delivery of components. They enhance productivity by reducing manual handling and enabling flexible, scalable assembly operations.

In packaging, AGVs streamline the movement of products between different stages, ensuring consistent handling and reducing the risk of damage. Automation improves packaging efficiency and productivity, supporting high-volume operations.

AGVs improve waste management by efficiently collecting and transporting waste materials within facilities. They enhance cleanliness and safety, and reduce the labor required for waste-handling tasks, contributing to a more organized and hygienic environment.

Breakup by Industry:

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

Japan automated guided vehicles market report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the industry. This includes automotive, manufacturing, food and beverages, aerospace, healthcare, logistics, retail, and others.

The demand for AGVs in the automotive industry is driven by the need for precision, efficiency, and flexibility in assembly lines and parts handling. Automation helps streamline production processes, reduce labor costs, and enhance operational efficiency, especially in high-volume manufacturing environments.

In the manufacturing sector, AGVs are essential for optimizing material handling, reducing human error, and improving productivity. The drive towards smart factories and Industry 4.0 initiatives further boosts AGV adoption to enhance efficiency and competitiveness.

AGVs in the food and beverages industry help maintain hygiene standards, reduce contamination risks, and ensure efficient handling and storage of products. Automation in material handling and inventory management enhances productivity and compliance with stringent safety regulations.

The aerospace industry uses AGVs to handle large, heavy components with precision and efficiency. AGVs support lean manufacturing practices, improve workflow efficiency, and ensure the safe transport of delicate and valuable aerospace parts.

In healthcare, AGVs streamline the transportation of medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and equipment within hospitals and laboratories. Automation enhances efficiency, reduces labor costs, and minimizes human contact, thus improving overall healthcare delivery and patient safety.

The logistics sector benefits from AGVs through improved warehouse automation, efficient material handling, and reduced labor dependency. AGVs enhance order fulfillment speed, accuracy, and overall supply chain efficiency, addressing the growing demand for fast and reliable logistics services.

In retail, AGVs support efficient inventory management, order picking, and material handling in warehouses and distribution centers. Automation helps retailers meet the demands of e-commerce, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment, and enhancing overall operational efficiency. This is further creating a positive Japan automated guided vehicles market outlook.

Competitive Landscape:

  • The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the market. Detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided. Some of the major market players in Japan automated guided vehicles industry include Daifuku Co. Ltd., Murata Machinery Ltd., Sakae Co. Ltd. (Kintetsu Group Holdings Co. Ltd.), Toyota Industries Corporation, among many others.
  • Japan automated guided vehicles companies are highly competitive, including Daifuku Co., Ltd., Murata Machinery, Ltd., and Toyota Industries Corporation. These companies focus on technological innovation, advanced AI integration, and strategic partnerships to enhance their AGV offerings. International players are also entering the market, intensifying competition. For instance, in February 2023, Nidec-Shimpo Corporation announced that it has newly added direct-current (DC), 24V modules to its product lineup of drive modules for automated guided vehicles ("AGVs") and autonomous mobile robots ("AMRs") currently on sale.

Japan Automated Guided Vehicles Market News:

  • In March 2024, Mitsubishi Logisnext Co., Ltd., a part of MHI Group, announced that it has completed a demonstration of loading trucks utilizing automated guided forklifts (AGFs). The demonstration was conducted jointly with logistics services provider Konoike Transport Co., Ltd., which this month began utilizing the system for actual business operations in Japan.
  • In December 2023, Daifuku Co., Ltd. announced that it has started operational testing of its newest high-speed, high-rise automated storage and retrieval system (AS/RS) stacker cranes in its new high-rise testing facility at its core production base, Shiga Works.
  • In September 2023, The town of Eiheiji in Fukui Prefecture launched Japan's first transportation service under new government regulation allowing fully automated driving. Leading auto manufacturers are pouring resources into self-driving technologies, but numerous hurdles remain before autonomous models take over the roads.

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

  • How has the Japan automated guided vehicles market performed so far, and how will it perform in the coming years?
  • What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the Japan automated guided vehicles market?
  • What is the breakup of the Japan automated guided vehicles market on the basis of type?
  • What is the breakup of the Japan automated guided vehicles market on the basis of mode of operation?
  • What is the breakup of the Japan automated guided vehicles market on the basis of navigation technology?
  • What is the breakup of the Japan automated guided vehicles market on the basis of application?
  • What is the breakup of the Japan automated guided vehicles market on the basis of industry?
  • What are the various stages in the value chain of the Japan automated guided vehicles market?
  • What are the key driving factors and challenges in the Japan automated guided vehicles market?
  • What is the structure of the Japan automated guided vehicles market, and who are the key players?
  • What is the degree of competition in the Japan automated guided vehicles market?

Table of Contents

1 Preface

2 Scope and Methodology

  • 2.1 Objectives of the Study
  • 2.2 Stakeholders
  • 2.3 Data Sources
    • 2.3.1 Primary Sources
    • 2.3.2 Secondary Sources
  • 2.4 Market Estimation
    • 2.4.1 Bottom-Up Approach
    • 2.4.2 Top-Down Approach
  • 2.5 Forecasting Methodology

3 Executive Summary

4 Japan Automated Guided Vehicles Market - Introduction

  • 4.1 Overview
  • 4.2 Market Dynamics
  • 4.3 Industry Trends
  • 4.4 Competitive Intelligence

5 Japan Automated Guided Vehicles Market Landscape

  • 5.1 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
  • 5.2 Market Forecast (2025-2033)

6 Japan Automated Guided Vehicles Market - Breakup by Type

  • 6.1 Two Vehicles
    • 6.1.1 Overview
    • 6.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 6.1.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
  • 6.2 Unit Load Carriers
    • 6.2.1 Overview
    • 6.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 6.2.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
  • 6.3 Pallet Trucks
    • 6.3.1 Overview
    • 6.3.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 6.3.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
  • 6.4 Assembly Line Vehicles
    • 6.4.1 Overview
    • 6.4.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 6.4.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
  • 6.5 Forklift Trucks
    • 6.5.1 Overview
    • 6.5.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 6.5.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)

7 Japan Automated Guided Vehicles Market - Breakup by Mode of Operation

  • 7.1 Indoor
    • 7.1.1 Overview
    • 7.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 7.1.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
  • 7.2 Outdoor
    • 7.2.1 Overview
    • 7.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 7.2.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)

8 Japan Automated Guided Vehicles Market - Breakup by Navigation Technology

  • 8.1 Laser Guidance
    • 8.1.1 Overview
    • 8.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 8.1.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
  • 8.2 Magnetic Guidance
    • 8.2.1 Overview
    • 8.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 8.2.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
  • 8.3 Inductive Guidance
    • 8.3.1 Overview
    • 8.3.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 8.3.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
  • 8.4 Optical Tape Guidance
    • 8.4.1 Overview
    • 8.4.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 8.4.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
  • 8.5 Vision Guidance
    • 8.5.1 Overview
    • 8.5.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 8.5.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
  • 8.6 Others
    • 8.6.1 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 8.6.2 Market Forecast (2025-2033)

9 Japan Automated Guided Vehicles Market - Breakup by Application

  • 9.1 Transportation
    • 9.1.1 Overview
    • 9.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 9.1.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
  • 9.2 Distribution
    • 9.2.1 Overview
    • 9.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 9.2.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
  • 9.3 Storage
    • 9.3.1 Overview
    • 9.3.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 9.3.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
  • 9.4 Assembly
    • 9.4.1 Overview
    • 9.4.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 9.4.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
  • 9.5 Packaging
    • 9.5.1 Overview
    • 9.5.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 9.5.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
  • 9.6 Waste Handling
    • 9.6.1 Overview
    • 9.6.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 9.6.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)

10 Japan Automated Guided Vehicles Market - Breakup by Industry

  • 10.1 Automotive
    • 10.1.1 Overview
    • 10.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 10.1.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
  • 10.2 Manufacturing
    • 10.2.1 Overview
    • 10.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 10.2.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
  • 10.3 Food and Beverages
    • 10.3.1 Overview
    • 10.3.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 10.3.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
  • 10.4 Aerospace
    • 10.4.1 Overview
    • 10.4.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 10.4.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
  • 10.5 Healthcare
    • 10.5.1 Overview
    • 10.5.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 10.5.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
  • 10.6 Logistics
    • 10.6.1 Overview
    • 10.6.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 10.6.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
  • 10.7 Retail
    • 10.7.1 Overview
    • 10.7.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 10.7.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
  • 10.8 Others
    • 10.8.1 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
    • 10.8.2 Market Forecast (2025-2033)

11 Japan Automated Guided Vehicles Market - Competitive Landscape

  • 11.1 Overview
  • 11.2 Market Structure
  • 11.3 Market Player Positioning
  • 11.4 Top Winning Strategies
  • 11.5 Competitive Dashboard
  • 11.6 Company Evaluation Quadrant

12 Profiles of Key Players

  • 12.1 Daifuku Co. Ltd.
    • 12.1.1 Business Overview
    • 12.1.2 Product Portfolio
    • 12.1.3 Business Strategies
    • 12.1.4 SWOT Analysis
    • 12.1.5 Major News and Events
  • 12.2 Murata Machinery Ltd.
    • 12.2.1 Business Overview
    • 12.2.2 Product Portfolio
    • 12.2.3 Business Strategies
    • 12.2.4 SWOT Analysis
    • 12.2.5 Major News and Events
  • 12.3 Sakae Co. Ltd. (Kintetsu Group Holdings Co. Ltd.)
    • 12.3.1 Business Overview
    • 12.3.2 Product Portfolio
    • 12.3.3 Business Strategies
    • 12.3.4 SWOT Analysis
    • 12.3.5 Major News and Events
  • 12.4 Toyota Industries Corporation
    • 12.4.1 Business Overview
    • 12.4.2 Product Portfolio
    • 12.4.3 Business Strategies
    • 12.4.4 SWOT Analysis
    • 12.4.5 Major News and Events

13 Japan Automated Guided Vehicles Market - Industry Analysis

  • 13.1 Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
    • 13.1.1 Overview
    • 13.1.2 Drivers
    • 13.1.3 Restraints
    • 13.1.4 Opportunities
  • 13.2 Porters Five Forces Analysis
    • 13.2.1 Overview
    • 13.2.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    • 13.2.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 13.2.4 Degree of Competition
    • 13.2.5 Threat of New Entrants
    • 13.2.6 Threat of Substitutes
  • 13.3 Value Chain Analysis

14 Appendix