The unmanned forklift combines forklift technology and robot technology, and is mainly applied in indoor storage and transportation, outdoor transfer, and unmanned loading and unloading scenarios.
According to the data from China Mobile Robot (AGV/AMR) Industry Alliance (CMRA) and the statistics of New Strategy Mobile Robot Industry Research Institute (NSRI), approximate 33,400 unmanned forklifts were sold globally in 2024, representing 14.65% of the overall market. The unmanned forklift market has been booming in recent years, with a growing number of applications and companies launching more new products than any other type of mobile robot.

In 2024, the global unmanned forklift market presented a diversified competitive landscape, with traditional forklift giants and emerging technology companies accelerating technological integration, significant regional market differentiation, and technological innovation and scenario expansion becoming the core of competition.

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From December 3 to 5, the Annual Conference on Mobile Robot Industry Development 2025 will be held in China. As an annual industry conference, this event will bring together over 500 companies and more than 1,000 participants from the mobile robot and humanoid robot industries to discuss the industry’s new future and directions from different perspectives. Stay tuned!


