23 Jul, 2026
According to Straits Research, the global pneumatic actuator market size was valued at $56.12 billion in 2025 and is projected to grow from $7.49 billion in 2026 to $86.91 billion by 2034, registering a CAGR of 5.1% during the forecast period 2026–2034.
The pneumatic actuator market is aided by the growing adoption of industrial automation in process and discrete manufacturing sectors, a rise in requirements for quality valve automation, and a growing need for pneumatic systems in dangerous and critical applications. An increase in investments in oil & gas infrastructure projects, power plants, and large-scale production facilities is triggering a rise in demand for a rugged actuation solution offering fast response, safety, and a high level of longevity. In addition, a growing use of pneumatic actuators in material handling applications, motion control applications, and aerospace & defense applications is strengthening demands in various industry verticals.
Favorable industrial policies, upgrading of infrastructures, and defense manufacturing in major economies like the U.S., Germany, China, and India have been adding to the market expansion. Upgrading the aged industrial installations, development of energy transmission lines, and an enhanced focus on automated safety and shut-off systems are providing continuous markets to the pneumatic actuator manufacturers. Also, there is an increased emphasis on standardization of automation components, and this is leading to increased use of pneumatic actuators in green as well as brownfield developments across the world.
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