| Product Code: ETC6737537 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sumit Sagar | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
In 2024, China continues to be a key market for autonomous forklift imports, with top exporters being Germany, South Korea, Japan, Italy, and Ireland. Despite a high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicating market concentration, the industry saw a slight decline in compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2020-2024 at -2.76%. However, there was a significant growth spurt in 2024, with a growth rate of 69.09% from the previous year. This surge in imports reflects the increasing demand for autonomous forklifts in China and highlights the strong competitive presence of these top exporting countries in the market.

1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Overview |
3.1 China Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 China Autonomous Forklifts Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 China Autonomous Forklifts Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Level of Automation, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Tonnage, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Components, 2021 & 2031F |
3.9 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Sales Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
3.10 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-Users, 2021 & 2031F |
4 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Technological advancements in autonomous technology for forklifts |
4.2.2 Increasing labor costs in China, driving the adoption of autonomous forklifts for cost-efficiency |
4.2.3 Growing emphasis on workplace safety and efficiency in warehouses and logistics operations |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Initial high implementation costs of autonomous forklift technology |
4.3.2 Concerns over the reliability and safety of autonomous forklifts |
4.3.3 Lack of skilled technicians for maintenance and repair of autonomous forklifts in the market |
5 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Trends |
6 China Autonomous Forklifts Market, By Types |
6.1 China Autonomous Forklifts Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Electric Motor Rider Forklifts, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Electric Motor Narrow Aisle Forklifts, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Electric Pallet Jacks, Stackers and Tow Tractors, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Internal Combustion Cushion Tire Forklifts, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.7 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Internal Combustion Pneumatic Tire Forklifts, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.8 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Electric/IC Engine Tow Tractors, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 China Autonomous Forklifts Market, By Level of Automation |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Level 1, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Level 2, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Level 3, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Level 4, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.6 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Level 5, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 China Autonomous Forklifts Market, By Tonnage |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Below 5 Tons, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By 5-10 Tons, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By More Than 10 Tons, 2021- 2031F |
6.4 China Autonomous Forklifts Market, By Components |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Hardware, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.3 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Software, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.4 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Service, 2021- 2031F |
6.5 China Autonomous Forklifts Market, By Sales Channel |
6.5.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.5.2 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By In-House Purchase, 2021- 2031F |
6.5.3 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Leasing, 2021- 2031F |
6.5.4 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Function Manufacturing, 2021- 2031F |
6.5.5 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Warehousing, 2021- 2031F |
6.5.6 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Material Handling, 2021- 2031F |
6.5.7 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Logistics & Freight, 2021- 2031F |
6.6 China Autonomous Forklifts Market, By End-Users |
6.6.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.6.2 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Transportation & Logistics, 2021- 2031F |
6.6.3 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Manufacturing, 2021- 2031F |
6.6.4 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Paper Industry, 2021- 2031F |
6.6.5 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Wood Industry, 2021- 2031F |
6.6.6 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Construction, 2021- 2031F |
6.6.7 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive, 2021- 2031F |
6.6.8 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Retail, 2021- 2031F |
6.6.9 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenues & Volume, By Retail, 2021- 2031F |
7 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average time saved per task through the use of autonomous forklifts |
8.2 Percentage reduction in workplace accidents after the adoption of autonomous forklifts |
8.3 Increase in warehouse or logistics operational efficiency with the use of autonomous forklifts |
9 China Autonomous Forklifts Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Opportunity Assessment, By Level of Automation, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Opportunity Assessment, By Tonnage, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Opportunity Assessment, By Components, 2021 & 2031F |
9.5 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Opportunity Assessment, By Sales Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
9.6 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-Users, 2021 & 2031F |
10 China Autonomous Forklifts Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 China Autonomous Forklifts Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |