South Korea Machine Tools Market Size & Outlook, 2026-2033
The machine tools market in South Korea is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 6,641.2 million by 2033. A compound annual growth rate of 6% is expected of South Korea machine tools market from 2026 to 2033.
The South Korea machine tools market generated a revenue of USD 4,171.8 million in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 6,641.2 million by 2033.
The South Korea market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6% from 2026 to 2033.
In terms of segment, computer numerical control (cnc) was the largest revenue generating technology in 2025.
Computer Numerical Control (CNC) is the most lucrative technology segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
Machine tools market data book summary
Market revenue in 2025
USD 4,171.8 million
Market revenue in 2033
USD 6,641.2 million
Growth rate
6% (CAGR from 2026 to 2033)
Largest segment
Computer numerical control (cnc)
Fastest growing segment
Computer Numerical Control (CNC)
Historical data
2021 - 2024
Base year
2025
Forecast period
2026 - 2033
Quantitative units
Revenue in USD million
Market segmentation
Computer Numerical Control (CNC), Conventional
Key market players worldwide
AMADA Co Ltd, Dmg Mori Co Ltd, Georg Fischer AG, Hyundai Motor Co, Komatsu Ltd, JTEKT Corp, Okuma Corp, Hurco Companies Inc, Datron AG, DN Solutions, Makino Milling Machine Co Ltd, General Technology Group Dalian Machine Tool Co., Amera-Seiki, Haas Automation
Other key industry trends
In terms of revenue, South Korea accounted for 3.6% of the global machine tools market in 2025.
Country-wise, China is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2033.
In Asia Pacific, China machine tools market is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2033.
India is the fastest growing regional market in Asia Pacific and is projected to reach USD 5,106.9 million by 2033.
According to the U.S. Department of State, South Korea is an attractive investment destination for foreign players largely because of its political stability, logistics, and information & communications infrastructure.
South Korea considers the aerospace industry as something that can bring not only added value to the society but also provide a competitive advantage for businesses. This is a major reason for the ability of private companies like Blue Origin and SpaceX to break into the Korean aerospace industry.
By 2031, South Korea hopes to have developed over 100 small satellites and 14 low-Earth orbit communications satellites. This will help the country prepare for future 6G network technologies, which will be critical for autonomous ship management systems.
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Computer Numerical Control (Cnc) was the largest segment with a revenue share of 91.95% in 2025.
Horizon Databook has segmented the South Korea machine tools market based on computer numerical control (cnc), conventional covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2021 to 2033.
According to the U.S. Department of State, South Korea is an attractive investment destination for foreign players largely because of its political stability, logistics, and information & communications infrastructure.
South Korea considers the aerospace industry as something that can bring not only added value to the society but also provide a competitive advantage for businesses. This is a major reason for the ability of private companies like Blue Origin and SpaceX to break into the Korean aerospace industry.
By 2031, South Korea hopes to have developed over 100 small satellites and 14 low-Earth orbit communications satellites. This will help the country prepare for future 6G network technologies, which will be critical for autonomous ship management systems.
South Korea Machine Tools Market Technology Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
Computer Numerical Control (CNC)
Conventional
South Korea Machine Tools Market Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
Metal Cutting
Metal Forming
South Korea Machine Tools Market End Use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
Metal Working
Aerospace
Automotive
Others
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical industry
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South Korea Machine Tools Market, 2021-2033 (US$M)