Space Robotics Market Size To Reach $8,503.2 Million By 2030

Space Robotics Market Growth & Trends

The global space robotics market size is estimated to reach USD 8,503.2 million by 2030, registering a CAGR of 9.5% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Space robotics is gaining traction in recent years owing to the growing exploration of outer space; the need for operations & maintenance of satellites, space stations, and other platforms; and the need for saving cost and mitigating safety issues. Furthermore, the rising trend of using autonomous systems and Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in robotics is widening the horizon of space exploration.

Several countries are launching multiple spaceship and satellite programs for near and deep space exploration, which requires timely maintenance and repairs, creating the need for advanced robotics systems. Renowned space organizations, such as the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the European Space Agency (ESA), the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), are developing humanoid robots for their space programs to perform transportation, maintenance, and servicing operations, relieving crew from dangerous tasks. Moreover, the rising number of unmanned space missions are fueling the demand for space robots.

Space robotics provides greater access and operational handing capabilities in space. Moreover, the robots can help astronauts perform several cognitive tasks in the space station. Due to their larger application scope, robots are deemed relevant across all the mission phases, such as launch, operation, development, and flight system production. The rising number of scientific space research programs also boosts the demand for advanced robots with Machine Learning (ML) capabilities. Machine learning improves the autonomous functions of robots, such as sensing, planning, and navigation. The technology also helps in diversifying locomotion and increasing the autonomy level of space robotic arms. The scope of space robots is expected to shift toward robotic explorers and robotic assistance in the coming years.

Europe has been very active in the development of space robotics technology. The ESA is developing the European Robotic Arm (ERA), which is to be installed on the Russian segment of ISS. Moreover, the Luxembourg Space Agency (LSA) is developing a low-cost and scalable robotic arm for low-orbit satellite programs. The LSA is keen on building a space resource industry in the country. In 2019, the Luxembourg Government signed a memorandum of understanding with NASA to work on space programs jointly. These initiatives are expected to propel the market growth over the forecast period.

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Space Robotics Market Report Highlights

• By solution, the remotely operated vehicles (ROV) segment held the largest revenue share of 37.77% in 2024, driven by its critical role in supporting complex space missions and ensuring operational safety.

• By organization type, the commercial segment is expected to witness the fastest CAGR from 2025 to 2030, driven by satellite deployment, in-orbit servicing, and space tourism activities.

• By application, the deep space segment is expected to witness at the fastest CAGR from 2025 to 2030, driven by the expansion of robots, or planetary robots, which play a vital role in observing, surveying, and extracting information from extraterrestrial surfaces.

• North America dominated the global space robotics market with the largest revenue share of 40.39% in 2024, driven by strong investments from national space agencies and commercial space companies, accelerating robotic technology deployment for space missions.

Space Robotics Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global space robotics market based on solution, application, organization type, and region:

Space Robotics Solution Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2030)

• Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROV)

  • Rovers/Spacecraft Landers

  • Space Probes

  • Others

• Remote Manipulator System (RMS)

  • Robotic Arms/Manipulator Systems

  • Gripping & Docking Systems

  • Others

• Software

• Services

Space Robotics Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2030)

• Deep Space

  • Space Transportation

  • Space Exploration

  • Others

• Near Space

  • Space Transportation

  • Space Exploration

  • In-space Maintenance

  • Others

• Ground

Space Robotics Organization Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2030)

• Commercial

• Government

Space Robotics Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2030)

• North America

  • U.S.

  • Canada

  • Mexico

• Europe

  • UK

  • Germany

  • France

• Asia Pacific

  • China

  • Japan

  • India

  • South Korea

  • Australia

• Latin America

  • Brazil

• Middle East & Africa

  • Saudi Arabia

  • UAE

  • South Africa

List of Key Players of Space Robotics Market

• ASTROBOTIC TECHNOLOGY

• Motiv Space Systems, Inc.

• MDA Space

• ASTROSCALE

• SPACEX

• Intuitive Machines, LLC.

• Ceres Robotics, Inc.

• D-Orbit S.p.A.

• Metecs, LLC.

• Lunar Outpost Inc

• Orbit Fab, Inc.

• Oceaneering International, Inc.