Australia’s logistics automation market is projected to reach USD 4.12 billion by 2033, up from USD 1.64 billion in 2024, according to new research by IMARC Group. The market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.77 per cent between 2025 and 2033.
The report, Australia Logistics Automation Market: Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth and Forecast 2025-2033, identifies surging e-commerce activity, increasing warehouse complexity, and growing demand for faster deliveries as key drivers of automation adoption.
Businesses across sectors are investing in technologies such as autonomous mobile robots, automated sortation systems, and goods-to-person picking solutions to improve speed, accuracy, and efficiency. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) platforms is also enabling real-time visibility and predictive analytics across the supply chain.
The report segments the market by component (hardware, software, services), function (warehouse and transportation management), and industry vertical. Major adopters include retail, manufacturing, healthcare, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), and third-party logistics (3PL) providers.
Regional analysis shows adoption trends across all Australian states and territories, with major investments continuing in New South Wales and Victoria.
Recent industry developments include Australia Post’s launch of an automated parcel processing facility in Sydney and Amazon Australia’s investment in robotics and AI across its fulfilment centres.
IMARC’s report also includes Porter’s Five Forces analysis, SWOT assessment, and strategic recommendations for businesses looking to capitalise on automation-driven growth.