Actuators and Valves Market Analysis and Outlook Report: Industry Size, Share, Growth Trends, and Forecast (2025-2032)

Published On: Mar, 2025
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"The Global Actuators and Valves Market is valued at USD 89.29 Billion in 2025. Worldwide sales of Actuators and Valves Market are expected to grow at a significant CAGR of 4.8%, reaching USD 123.97 Billion by the end of the forecast period in 2032."

Actuators and Valves Market Overview

The actuators and valves market serves as a crucial component across industries such as oil & gas, power generation, water treatment, chemicals, and manufacturing, ensuring the precise control of fluid and gas flow. Actuators function as control mechanisms, converting energy into motion, enabling automated and manual valve operations. The rising demand for industrial automation, coupled with stricter regulatory standards, has significantly propelled market growth. With increasing investments in process industries and the integration of smart technologies, companies are focusing on developing high-performance, energy-efficient actuators and valves. Additionally, the shift towards sustainable practices has accelerated the adoption of electric and pneumatic actuators, replacing conventional hydraulic systems. Emerging economies in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East are witnessing rapid industrial expansion, further fueling demand. Moreover, advancements in industrial IoT (IIoT) and predictive maintenance solutions are making valve and actuator systems more intelligent, enabling remote monitoring, data analytics, and enhanced operational efficiency.

In 2024, the actuators and valves market has seen remarkable technological innovations and industry shifts. Smart actuators and digital control valves have gained significant traction, offering real-time performance monitoring and predictive analytics to reduce downtime and improve efficiency. The oil & gas sector has witnessed a resurgence in investments, leading to heightened demand for robust valve solutions capable of withstanding extreme operating conditions. Similarly, the water and wastewater treatment industry has increasingly adopted automated valve systems to improve operational reliability and meet stringent environmental regulations. Additionally, the aerospace and automotive sectors have leveraged lightweight and high-precision actuators to enhance performance and fuel efficiency. The adoption of Industry 4.0 principles has encouraged manufacturers to integrate AI-powered diagnostics, wireless communication, and cloud-based analytics into valve and actuator solutions. However, global supply chain disruptions and fluctuating raw material prices have posed challenges, prompting companies to focus on localized production strategies and advanced manufacturing techniques.

Looking ahead to 2025 and beyond, the actuators and valves market is poised for further evolution driven by technological advancements and sustainability initiatives. The continued push toward energy efficiency will spur the adoption of electric actuators, particularly in industries aiming to reduce their carbon footprint. Smart and self-regulating valves equipped with AI-driven automation will gain prominence, enhancing precision control in industries such as pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and power generation. The development of additive manufacturing and 3D printing technologies is expected to revolutionize the production of complex valve components, reducing lead times and customization costs. Furthermore, the growing implementation of IIoT will lead to the emergence of fully connected, self-monitoring valve networks capable of autonomous operation. With stricter emission regulations and rising environmental concerns, industries will increasingly seek eco-friendly, corrosion-resistant materials for actuator and valve production. As global infrastructure expansion and industrial growth persist, key players will continue to invest in research and strategic partnerships to stay ahead in this competitive market.

Trade Intelligence for actuators and valves market

Global pressure-reducing valves Trade, Imports, USD million, 2020-24

 

2020

2021

2022

2023

2024

 World

         51,648

         59,071

         61,720

         62,424

         67,621

 United States of America

           7,522

           8,904

         10,284

           9,864

         10,619

 China

           4,468

           5,324

           5,038

           4,921

           5,167

 Germany

           3,221

           3,895

           3,946

           3,743

           3,794

 United Kingdom

           1,600

           1,769

           2,144

           2,216

           2,511

 Canada

           1,900

           2,044

           2,410

           2,394

           2,431

 

Source: OGAnalysis

- United States of America, China, Germany, United Kingdom and Canada are the top five countries importing 36.3% of global pressure-reducing valves in 2024
- United States of America accounts for 15.7% of global pressure-reducing valves trade in 2024
- China accounts for 7.6% of global pressure-reducing valves trade in 2024
- Germany accounts for 5.6% of global pressure-reducing valves trade in 2024

Global pressure-reducing valves Export Prices, USD/Ton, 2020-24

 

Source: OGAnalysis

Market Segmentation

  • By Type:
    • Linear Actuators
    • Rotary Actuators
    • Control Valves
    • Ball Valves
    • Butterfly Valves
    • Gate Valves
    • Globe Valves
    • Diaphragm Valves
  • By Actuation Mechanism:
    • Electric Actuators
    • Pneumatic Actuators
    • Hydraulic Actuators
    • Manual Actuators
  • By End-Use Industry:
    • Oil & Gas
    • Power Generation
    • Water & Wastewater Treatment
    • Chemicals & Petrochemicals
    • Food & Beverage
    • Aerospace & Defense
    • Automotive
  • By Geography:
    • North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico)
    • Europe (Germany, U.K., France, Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe)
    • Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, South Korea, ASEAN, Rest of Asia-Pacific)
    • Latin America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of Latin America)
    • Middle East & Africa (GCC, South Africa, Rest of MEA)

Major Players in the Actuators and Valves Market

  • Emerson Electric Co.
  • Schneider Electric SE
  • Rotork PLC
  • Flowserve Corporation
  • IMI PLC
  • Parker Hannifin Corporation
  • General Electric Company
  • Festo SE & Co. KG
  • SMC Corporation
  • Metso Oyj
  • Bray International Inc.
  • Spirax-Sarco Engineering PLC
  • Christian Bürkert GmbH & Co. KG
  • Velan Inc.
  • ITT Inc.

Recent Developments 

  • Triton Valves celebrated its 50th anniversary, highlighting its evolution from a small Mysuru firm to a global player—now responsible for supplying valves to two-thirds of vehicle tires on Indian roads.
  • Emerson reported stronger-than-expected performance in its valves, regulators, and actuators division, supported by increased demand tied to energy and power sector investments and steady industrial components sales.
  • Rotork seized new growth opportunities as environmental regulations (such as methane reduction mandates in the U.S.) drive higher demand for its electric actuators, potentially unlocking substantial revenue gains.
  • Rheinmetall secured a large-scale order for divert-air valves from a major Asian automaker—its biggest to date—underlining its long-standing partnership and manufacturing strength.
  • VAT Group, a Swiss leader in vacuum valve technology, continues to expand its global footprint via operations across Asia, the U.S., and EMEA, showcasing its strong exports and industrial relevance.
  • Camcon Technology is advancing with its development of digital valve technology, introducing high-speed, low-energy actuators designed to control liquid and gas flow efficiently, especially in healthcare applications.
  • Samson AG, a German industrial heavyweight, continues to reinforce its position in smart process automation by offering a full range of advanced control valves, actuators, and digital solutions across global sectors.

1. Table of Contents
1.1 List of Tables
1.2 List of Figures

2. Actuators and Valves Market Latest Trends, Drivers and Challenges, 2024 - 2032
2.1 Actuators and Valves Market Overview
2.2 Market Strategies of Leading Actuators and Valves Companies
2.3 Actuators and Valves Market Insights, 2024 - 2032
2.3.1 Leading Actuators and Valves Types, 2024 - 2032
2.3.2 Leading Actuators and Valves End-User industries, 2024 - 2032
2.3.3 Fast-Growing countries for Actuators and Valves sales, 2024 - 2032
2.4 Actuators and Valves Market Drivers and Restraints
2.4.1 Actuators and Valves Demand Drivers to 2032
2.4.2 Actuators and Valves Challenges to 2032
2.5 Actuators and Valves Market- Five Forces Analysis
2.5.1 Actuators and Valves Industry Attractiveness Index, 2024
2.5.2 Threat of New Entrants
2.5.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
2.5.4 Bargaining Power of Buyers
2.5.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
2.5.6 Threat of Substitutes

3. Global Actuators and Valves Market Value, Market Share, and Forecast to 2032
3.1 Global Actuators and Valves Market Overview, 2024
3.2 Global Actuators and Valves Market Revenue and Forecast, 2024 - 2032 (US$ Million)

3.3 Global Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook By Type, 2024 - 2032
3.3.1 Linear Actuators
3.3.2 Rotary Actuators
3.3.3 Control Valves
3.3.4 Ball Valves
3.3.5 Butterfly Valves
3.3.6 Gate Valves
3.3.7 Globe Valves
3.3.8 Diaphragm Valves

3.4 Global Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook By Actuation Mechanism, 2024 - 2032
3.4.1 Electric Actuators
3.4.2 Pneumatic Actuators
3.4.3 Hydraulic Actuators
3.4.4 Manual Actuators

3.5 Global Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook By End-Use Industry, 2024 - 2032
3.5.1 Oil & Gas
3.5.2 Power Generation
3.5.3 Water & Wastewater Treatment
3.5.4 Chemicals & Petrochemicals
3.5.5 Food & Beverage
3.5.6 Aerospace & Defense

3.6 Global Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook 0, 2024 - 2032


3.7 Global Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook by Region, 2024 - 2032

4. Asia Pacific Actuators and Valves Market Value, Market Share and Forecast to 2032
4.1 Asia Pacific Actuators and Valves Market Overview, 2024
4.2 Asia Pacific Actuators and Valves Market Revenue and Forecast, 2024 - 2032 (US$ Million)
4.3 Asia Pacific Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook By Type, 2024 - 2032
4.4 Asia Pacific Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook By Actuation Mechanism, 2024 - 2032
4.5 Asia Pacific Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook By End-Use Industry, 2024 - 2032
4.6 Asia Pacific Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook 0, 2024 - 2032
4.7 Asia Pacific Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook by Country, 2024 - 2032
4.8 Key Companies in Asia Pacific Actuators and Valves Market

5. Europe Actuators and Valves Market Value, Market Share, and Forecast to 2032
5.1 Europe Actuators and Valves Market Overview, 2024
5.2 Europe Actuators and Valves Market Revenue and Forecast, 2024 - 2032 (US$ Million)
5.3 Europe Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook By Type, 2024 - 2032
5.4 Europe Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook By Actuation Mechanism, 2024 - 2032
5.5 Europe Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook By End-Use Industry, 2024 - 2032
5.6 Europe Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook 0, 2024 - 2032
5.7 Europe Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook by Country, 2024 - 2032
5.8 Key Companies in Europe Actuators and Valves Market

6. North America Actuators and Valves Market Value, Market Share and Forecast to 2032
6.1 North America Actuators and Valves Market Overview, 2024
6.2 North America Actuators and Valves Market Revenue and Forecast, 2024 - 2032 (US$ Million)
6.3 North America Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook By Type, 2024 - 2032
6.4 North America Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook By Actuation Mechanism, 2024 - 2032
6.5 North America Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook By End-Use Industry, 2024 - 2032
6.6 North America Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook 0, 2024 - 2032
6.7 North America Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook by Country, 2024 - 2032
6.8 Key Companies in North America Actuators and Valves Market

7. South and Central America Actuators and Valves Market Value, Market Share and Forecast to 2032
7.1 South and Central America Actuators and Valves Market Overview, 2024
7.2 South and Central America Actuators and Valves Market Revenue and Forecast, 2024 - 2032 (US$ Million)
7.3 South and Central America Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook By Type, 2024 - 2032
7.4 South and Central America Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook By Actuation Mechanism, 2024 - 2032
7.5 South and Central America Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook By End-Use Industry, 2024 - 2032
7.6 South and Central America Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook 0, 2024 - 2032
7.7 South and Central America Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook by Country, 2024 - 2032
7.8 Key Companies in South and Central America Actuators and Valves Market

8. Middle East Africa Actuators and Valves Market Value, Market Share and Forecast to 2032
8.1 Middle East Africa Actuators and Valves Market Overview, 2024
8.2 Middle East and Africa Actuators and Valves Market Revenue and Forecast, 2024 - 2032 (US$ Million)
8.3 Middle East Africa Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook By Type, 2024 - 2032
8.4 Middle East Africa Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook By Actuation Mechanism, 2024 - 2032
8.5 Middle East Africa Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook By End-Use Industry, 2024 - 2032
8.6 Middle East Africa Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook 0, 2024 - 2032
8.7 Middle East Africa Actuators and Valves Market Size and Share Outlook by Country, 2024 - 2032
8.8 Key Companies in Middle East Africa Actuators and Valves Market

9. Actuators and Valves Market Structure
9.1 Key Players
9.2 Actuators and Valves Companies - Key Strategies and Financial Analysis
9.2.1 Snapshot
9.2.3 Business Description
9.2.4 Products and Services
9.2.5 Financial Analysis

10. Actuators and Valves Industry Recent Developments

11 Appendix
11.1 Publisher Expertise
11.2 Research Methodology
11.3 Annual Subscription Plans
11.4 Contact Information
 

            

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Growing need for wear and corrosion-resistant coatings in high-performance sectors like oil & gas, marine, and energy, where downtime costs are significant and reliability is paramount, is pushing demand for advanced HVAF materials. Stringent global regulations (e.g., REACH, OSHA) banning or restricting toxic surface treatments are forcing manufacturers to adopt safer alternatives, making HVAF coatings a compliance-friendly replacement with comparable or superior performance. Technological advancements in spray systems and coating robots that support precise, repeatable HVAF application are reducing operational complexity and enabling wider adoption across industrial manufacturing and repair shops. High initial capital investment for HVAF systems and the need for skilled operators can limit adoption, especially among small-to-mid-sized enterprises in emerging markets or low-margin manufacturing sectors. Limited standardization in HVAF feedstock powders and process parameters across different suppliers can create inconsistency in coating quality and hinder scalability in global supply chains. Report Scope Parameter hvaf coating materials Market scope Detail Base Year 2024 Estimated Year 2025 Forecast Period 2026-2032 Market Size-Units USD billion Market Splits Covered By Product, By Application, By End User and By Technology Countries Covered North America (USA, Canada, Mexico) Europe (Germany, UK, France, Spain, Italy, Rest of Europe) Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, Australia, Rest of APAC) The Middle East and Africa (Middle East, Africa) South and Central America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of SCA) Analysis Covered Latest Trends, Driving Factors, Challenges, Trade Analysis, Price Analysis, Supply-Chain Analysis, Competitive Landscape, Company Strategies Customization 10% free customization (up to 10 analyst hours) to modify segments, geographies, and companies analyzed Post-Sale Support 4 analyst hours, available up to 4 weeks Delivery Format The Latest Updated PDF and Excel Data file

Published:Jun-2025