Global Laboratory Automation Market Size, Share, Trends Report Segmented by Product (Robotics, Automated Workstations, LIMS), Application (Drug Discovery, Diagnostic, High Throughput), End-user Analysis & Regional Forecast to 2030

Report Overview

Laboratory automation is the integration of automated systems and software to carry out laboratory procedures with little or no human intervention. The repetitive work in labs like preparing samples, running tests, or logging data, can now be handled by automated systems. This will simplify and streamline laboratory workflows, and enhance the laboratories’ productivity, accuracy, and efficiency.  But as technology advances, increasingly intricate procedure or even entire workflows can be automated

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From manual to automated: this shift is reshaping modern laboratories

Over the past decade, automation has become indispensable in laboratories globally, with manual processes being replaced by machines in every area of science and technology. The automation of processes, workflows, and data has enabled laboratories to reduce downtime, increase stability and optimize efficiency. Laboratory automation has accelerated laboratory productivity and unlocked innovation. Over the years, the laboratory automation market has witnessed several new product developments. For instance,

• In April 2025, QIAGEN announced the launch of three new sample preparation instruments: QIAsymphony Connect, QIAsprint Connect, and QIAmini by 2026, which will enhance lab automation across various throughput needs. These innovations aim to streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and reduce manual labor, addressing the growing demand for scalable and sustainable solutions globally
• In January 2025, ABB Robotics and Agilent Technologies announced partnership to develop automated laboratory solutions that integrate advanced robotics with advanced analytical instruments, aiming to enhance efficiency, precision, and flexibility in lab operations across various industrial sectors
• In March 2022, Biosero, Inc., a developer of laboratory automation solutions expanded its laboratory automation capabilities with the launch of several new products and features in the company’s Green Button Go software suite. The software allows scientists to automate workflows ranging from a single workstation to operations that span multiple labs

Automation, AI, and machine learning (ML) set to bolster the laboratory automation market

Automation, AI, and machine learning are expected to transform laboratory management and workflows. Shortage of laboratory technologists and technicians, financial pressures, and physically and mentally exhausted laboratory professionals are some of the challenges often faced by clinical laboratories, hospitals, and health systems.

Labor shortages and economic benefits to laboratories and healthcare is key driving force that has triggered the rise of AI and automated workflows. Integration of AI and automation in laboratory workflows not only reduces several manual processes of lab testing but also streamlines logistics and accessibility, and helps optimize delivery and use of resources. The automation of processes, workflows, and data enables laboratories to reduce downtime, increase stability and optimize efficiency. Automation provides the time and space for laboratories to focus on innovations and improvements, which is crucial to their success. For instance,

• In July 2024, Inpeco unveiled total lab automation system, FlexLab X, at the ADLM 2024 in Chicago. The system designed for enhanced flexibility and efficiency, FlexLab X allows laboratories to integrate analyzers from multiple vendors with a user-friendly interface which streamlines workflows to improve laboratory operations
• In July 2023, Siemens Healthineers launched Atellica CI Analyzer, a compact system to address labor shortage with improved turnaround time predictability, advanced reporting functionality, and enhanced safety and security measures. The system combines immunoassay and clinical chemistry testing in a single, space-saving device, and is designed to ease the burden of lab staff by automating the routine tasks

Machine learning is also expected to play a critical role in developing effective molecular diagnostics. Machine learning-based diagnostics will be the key to simplifying and automating the R&D process, allowing scientists to respond rapidly to testing needs. Citing these potential benefits, laboratories across the globe are leveraging AI/ML to automate workflows, triage and prioritize samples, distinguish between conditions, authenticate results, and perform quality checks.

“The laboratory automation was already happening at a fair pace before COVID-19 struck and it has speeded up during the pandemic... providers have already started exploring the possibility for the adoption of complete automation.” - Director & Chair Medical Advisory Committee, Leading Pathology Lab & Diagnostics Centre, Germany

“The advantage of automation is that instruments are more powerful, can aggregate data more quickly, and can find analytical insights that otherwise wouldn’t be found.” - CEO, Diagnostics Technology Company, United States

Skill gap in technology, shortage of skilled and trained healthcare professionals and slow adoption of automation among small & medium-sized laboratories - major deterrents for the laboratory automation market

Recent technological advancements have introduced several sophisticated software that manages laboratory automation. Managing test orders, handling the routes taken by specimens, overseeing the consistency of quality of tests, and identifying machine failures or deviation from standard protocol are some of the key tasks that are handled by state-of-the-art software designed to automate the machinery performing laboratory tasks. Also, the assignment of monitoring software is different from the manual tasks that lab technicians are accustomed to. Hassle-free integration of laboratory automation requires the staff to learn how to use this new-age software. The skill gap in handling the technology and shortage of skilled and trained healthcare professionals for operating the advanced laboratory equipment which requires specialized skill sets presents a major challenge in embracing laboratory automation.

Due to high maintenance & service costs associated with laboratory informatics solutions, the adoption of laboratory automation solutions has been slow among small & medium-sized laboratories. Small & medium-sized laboratories are risk-averse and due to limited evidence on the cost-effectiveness of automation solutions they have been reluctant in embracing the technology in their workflows.

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Competitive Landscape Analysis

The laboratory automation market is marked by the presence of established key players such as Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc.; PerkinElmer Inc.; Agilent Technologies; Danaher Corporation; F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd.; Qiagen; Tecan Group Ltd.; Siemens Healthineers and others. Innovative players such as Gilson Inc.; BMG Labtech; Aurora Biomed; Peak Analysis & Automation; Formulatrix; and Hudson Lab Automation are redefining the dynamics of the global laboratory automation market.

Report Scope

Global Laboratory Automation Market Segmentation

This report by Medi-Tech Insights provides the size of the global laboratory automation market at the regional- and country-level from 2023 to 2030. The report further segments the market based on product, application, and end-user.

Market Size & Forecast (2023-2030), By Product, USD Million

• Robotics
• Automated Workstations
• LIMS
• Microplate Readers
• Others

Market Size & Forecast (2023-2030), By Application, USD Million

• Drug Discovery
• Diagnostic
• High Throughput
• Genomic
• Others

Market Size & Forecast (2023-2030), By End-user, USD Million

• BioPharma Companies
• Clinical Laboratories
• Academic & Research Institutes
• Others

Market Size & Forecast (2023-2030), By Region, USD Million

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
• Europe
  • UK
  • Germany
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
• Middle East & Africa

Key Strategic Questions Addressed

• What is the market size & forecast of the laboratory automation market?
• What are historical, present, and forecasted market shares and growth rates of various segments and sub-segments of the laboratory automation market?
• What are the key trends defining the market?
• What are the major factors impacting the market?
• What are the opportunities prevailing in the market?
• Which region has the highest share in the global market? Which region is expected to witness the highest growth rate in the next 5 years?
• Who are the major players operating in the market?
• What are the key strategies adopted by players?

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