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MRO for Automation Solutions Market to Grow by USD 53.29 Billion from 2024-2028, as Outsourcing Drives Revenue with AI-Powered Market Evolution – Technavio

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NEW YORK, Nov. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Report on how AI is driving market transformation – The global maintenance repair operations (MRO) for automation solutions market size is estimated to grow by USD 53.29 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of over 9.38% during the forecast period. Growth in outsourcing of operations is driving market growth, with a trend towards use of analytics for predictive maintenance. However, US-China trade war poses a challenge.Key market players include ABB Ltd., AMETEK Inc., Danaher Corp., Emerson Electric Co., Endress Hauser Group Services AG, FANUC Corp., Festo SE and Co. KG, General Electric Co., Hitachi Ltd., Honeywell International Inc., IMI Plc, Mitsubishi Electric Corp., MKS Instruments Inc., OMRON Corp., Rockwell Automation Inc., Schneider Electric SE, SICK AG, Siemens AG, W.W. Grainger Inc., and Yokogawa Electric Corp..

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Forecast period

2024-2028

Base Year

2023

Historic Data

2018 – 2022

Segment Covered

End-user (Process industries and Discrete industries), Type (MRO items and Services), and Geography (APAC, Europe, North America, South America, and Middle East and Africa)

Region Covered

APAC, Europe, North America, South America, and Middle East and Africa

Key companies profiled

ABB Ltd., AMETEK Inc., Danaher Corp., Emerson Electric Co., Endress Hauser Group Services AG, FANUC Corp., Festo SE and Co. KG, General Electric Co., Hitachi Ltd., Honeywell International Inc., IMI Plc, Mitsubishi Electric Corp., MKS Instruments Inc., OMRON Corp., Rockwell Automation Inc., Schneider Electric SE, SICK AG, Siemens AG, W.W. Grainger Inc., and Yokogawa Electric Corp.

Key Market Trends Fueling Growth

Service providers in the Maintenance Repair Operations (MRO) market for automation solutions are utilizing analytics and statistical models in their maintenance tools to enhance the decision-making process and pinpoint errors early on. Siemens, in collaboration with SAP, is constructing a new open cloud platform for industrial end-users. This platform, which leverages SAP’s HANA Cloud Platform for data analysis on an open platform, has gained popularity among end-users. HANA’s technology enables machines and systems to record and analyze vast amounts of data, employing simulation or intelligent pattern recognition for the early identification of potential errors before system or product failure. This predictive maintenance tool offers significant advantages to end-users, including the detection of process deviations, operation optimization, predictive modeling, production forecasting, and cost-benefit analysis. With the development of more such solutions anticipated during the forecast period, this market segment presents substantial growth opportunities for vendors. 

The Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) market for automation solutions is experiencing significant trends in various industries. In process and discrete industries, vaccination drives and sustainability are driving the demand for green MRO practices. The power industry, including energy and power, water and wastewater, oil and gas, and the manufacturing sectors, prioritize minimizing downtime through smart technologies like IoT, big data, and sensors. MRO product suppliers, such as Airgas, E-commerce platforms like GoExpedi, and distributors like Air Works, Wesco, Sonepar, and Rexel, are adapting to these trends. New technologies like 3D printing, smart sensors, and safety standards are essential for a skilled workforce. However, raw material shortages, shipping delays, and economic slowdown pose challenges. Outsourcing strategies and inventory management are crucial for MRO product availability. Pumps, industrial motors, sealants, tapes, lubricants, lab supplies, test equipment, blowers, and Industry 4.0 digitization are key MRO product categories. 

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Market Challenges

The global automation solutions market for Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) in the semiconductor and electronics industry is facing challenges due to the US-China trade war. US and Chinese economies, being major players, have resulted in disruptions affecting numerous countries. Tariffs on goods and services, including electronics components, have increased their prices, causing significant cost hikes for businesses. For instance, AudioControl, a US-based company, sources 70% of its components domestically and has incurred over USD200,000 in additional costs due to tariffs. This price increase not only affects the automation solutions but also their MRO, negatively impacting market growth during the forecast period.In the Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) market for automation solutions, businesses face several challenges. Big data requires advanced analysis tools to optimize inventory and maintenance schedules. New technologies like 3D printing offer opportunities but also bring challenges in terms of raw material shortages and shipping delays. Skilled workforce shortages add to the complexity. Economic slowdowns impact operating expenses. Suppliers like Air Works, Wesco, Sonepar, Rexel, Applied Industrial Technologies, and GoExpedi provide MRO products, but the adoption of smart technologies and Industry 4.0 demands continuous innovation. MRO product categories include pumps, industrial motors, sealants, tapes, lubricants, lab supplies, test equipment, sensors, and safety standards. New technologies like energy-efficient water pumps, industrial robots, blowers, fans, and medical equipment offer energy savings and reduced carbon footprint. However, the availability of semiconductor chips and other raw materials can impact production. Outsourcing strategies can help manage costs, but ensuring compliance with safety standards is crucial. Urbanization and the growth of data centers, sustainable buildings, and green facilities create new opportunities for MRO solutions. Overall, the MRO market for automation solutions requires a proactive approach to address these challenges and stay competitive.

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Segment Overview

This maintenance repair operations (mro) for automation solutions market report extensively covers market segmentation by

End-user 1.1 Process industries1.2 Discrete industriesType 2.1 MRO items2.2 ServicesGeography 3.1 APAC3.2 Europe3.3 North America3.4 South America3.5 Middle East and Africa

1.1 Process industries- The process industries, including energy and power, water and wastewater, and oil and gas, are experiencing significant growth during the forecast period. In the power industry, the increasing global demand for electricity, urbanization, and the use of electronic appliances have led to a heightened need for electricity. Renewable energy sources, such as solar and biomass, are gaining popularity due to depleting coal reserves and the need to reduce carbon emissions. This shift towards green energy production is attracting substantial investments, leading to the restructuring of power plants and the establishment of new ones. The water and wastewater industry is also witnessing growth due to the growing demand for freshwater resources and rising concerns over water reuse and recycling. Technologies like desalination and nanotechnology are being utilized to treat wastewater. Increased investments in water and wastewater treatment facilities and the demand for high-quality water from industries such as pharmaceuticals and semiconductors are fostering the demand for automation solutions. The oil and gas industry is also contributing to the demand for automation solutions due to ongoing exploration of new fields and refinery units, as well as expansions of onshore and offshore production activities.

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Research Analysis

The Maintenance Repair Operations (MRO) market for automation solutions is witnessing significant growth, particularly in process industries and discrete industries, as they prioritize automation to enhance productivity and efficiency. The market is fragmented with numerous players, but the focus is shifting towards new technologies such as Internet of Things (IoT) and sensors to optimize maintenance and inventory management. The power industry and energy and power sectors are major consumers of MRO products due to the critical nature of their operations. Green energy production is also driving demand for automation solutions to ensure optimal performance and reduce downtime. However, challenges such as raw material shortages, shipping delays, and economic slowdown are impacting the market. Skilled workforce shortages are also a concern, leading to outsourcing strategies becoming increasingly popular. MRO solutions are essential for maintaining critical equipment such as pumps and ensuring safety standards are met. New technologies are continuously being introduced to improve efficiency and reduce costs, making the market an exciting space to watch.

Market Research Overview

The Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) market for automation solutions is witnessing significant growth in various industries, including process and discrete industries, as automation becomes increasingly essential for sustainability and efficiency. The market is fragmented, with numerous players offering MRO products and services for sectors such as power, energy and power, water and wastewater, oil and gas, and manufacturing industries. Vaccination drives and the economic slowdown have impacted supply chains, leading to raw material shortages and shipping delays. However, the adoption of new technologies like e-commerce, IoT, big data, 3D printing, and smart technologies is streamlining MRO operations. Green energy production is a growing focus, with the need for energy-efficient technology and a reduced carbon footprint driving demand for MRO products and services. Sustainability initiatives, such as green MRO practices, are also gaining traction. MRO products include a wide range of items, from pumps and industrial motors to sealants, tapes, lubricants, lab supplies, test equipment, sensors, and safety standards. The market is also seeing the integration of Industry 4.0 and digitization, with the use of sensors, automation, and industrial robots becoming more prevalent. Outsourcing strategies are becoming increasingly common, with companies seeking to reduce downtime and operating expenses. The automotive spare parts, semiconductor chips, data centers, urbanization, sustainable buildings, and green facilities sectors are also significant consumers of MRO solutions. Key challenges include the skilled workforce shortage and the need to adapt to new technologies. Companies like Airgas, Air Works, Wesco, Sonepar, Rexel, Applied Industrial Technologies, GoExpedi, and others are leading the way in providing innovative MRO solutions to meet the evolving needs of industries.

Table of Contents:

1 Executive Summary
2 Market Landscape
3 Market Sizing
4 Historic Market Size
5 Five Forces Analysis
6 Market Segmentation

End-userProcess IndustriesDiscrete IndustriesTypeMRO ItemsServicesGeographyAPACEuropeNorth AmericaSouth AmericaMiddle East And Africa

7 Customer Landscape
8 Geographic Landscape
9 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends
10 Company Landscape
11 Company Analysis
12 Appendix

About Technavio

Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions.

With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavio’s report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. Their client base consists of enterprises of all sizes, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies. This growing client base relies on Technavio’s comprehensive coverage, extensive research, and actionable market insights to identify opportunities in existing and potential markets and assess their competitive positions within changing market scenarios.

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AstroRad Vest Worn by Astronauts Aboard International Space Station to Go on Display at Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum

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The historic exhibition follows landmark radiation protection findings from NASA’s Artemis I mission, whose AstroRad vest is separately displayed at Kennedy Space Center.

TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — StemRad, a developer of advanced radiation protection technology, shared that one of its AstroRad radiation protection vests, flown aboard the International Space Station (ISS) and worn by five space travelers, will go on display in the At Home in Space gallery at the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C.

The vest was worn by four female American astronauts and an Israeli private astronaut during everyday activities aboard the ISS, including work and sleep. These in-orbit evaluations provided valuable experience with the practicality and comfort of wearable radiation protection during extended space missions.

The Smithsonian exhibition follows the recent publication of landmark scientific findings in Science Advances from NASA’s Artemis I mission. The research demonstrated AstroRad’s ability to dramatically reduce radiation exposure during potentially cancer-inducing solar radiation storms: for the August 1972 storm, which occurred between Apollo 16 and 17, a 60% reduction in dose was demonstrated (roughly 1,200 chest X-rays). This provided important evidence for protecting astronauts on future missions to the Moon and Mars.

The AstroRad vest that traveled around the Moon aboard Artemis I is separately on display at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Florida. Together, the two exhibits trace AstroRad’s journey from operational evaluations aboard the ISS to radiation protection research beyond Earth’s magnetic field.

“Having AstroRad displayed at the Smithsonian is a tremendous honor and a proud milestone for our team,” said Dr. Oren Milstein, CEO and Co-Founder of StemRad. “Knowing that a technology we developed to help protect astronauts is now being recognized as part of the history of space exploration is incredibly rewarding. With AstroRad also on display at Kennedy Space Center following the groundbreaking Artemis I mission, we hope these exhibits will inspire future generations to tackle the challenges of human space exploration.”

“The AstroRad vest helps tell two stories in the new At Home in Space exhibit,” said Dr. Jennifer Levasseur, Museum Curator, and the lead curator for the gallery. “Importantly, the vest represents efforts to protect astronauts from the significant concern of increased radiation exposure on long duration spaceflights. It’s also an example of how technology demonstrations on the ISS will inform future human deep space exploration.” AstroRad was developed by StemRad in collaboration with Lockheed Martin to address one of the principal challenges of human space exploration: exposure to harmful ionizing radiation. The ISS operational evaluations, the Artemis I scientific results, and the Smithsonian and Kennedy Space Center exhibitions collectively highlight the growing role of wearable radiation protection in the future of human spaceflight.

About StemRad

StemRad is an American-Israeli company specializing in personal radiation protection technologies. Its solutions are designed to protect critical organs and tissues from harmful ionizing radiation while preserving mobility and operational effectiveness. StemRad develops radiation protection solutions for space exploration, emergency response, and defense applications.

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Three Products Featuring TCL CSOT Displays Named to TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026

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SHENZHEN, China, Oct. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — TCL’s flagship X11L SQD-Mini LED TV, the XTEINK X4 Pro Pocket eReader and the Framework Laptop 13 Pro have been named to TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026 list. All three products feature displays supplied by TCL CSOT.

TCL X11L: Advancing Large-Screen Picture Quality

As the only Chinese TV selected in the consumer electronics category of TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026, the TCL X11L features the TCL CSOT WHVA 2.0 Ultra Panel, delivering a native contrast ratio of 7,000:1 and 100% BT.2020 color space coverage. Its display technology combines the TCL CSOT Ultra Color Filter with 20,736 Precise Dimming Zones and 10,000-nit peak HDR brightness. Powered by SQD-Mini LED technology, which delivers an industry-leading color gamut, the X11L captures subtle variations in light, further advancing large-screen picture quality.

In its Best Inventions of 2026 coverage, TIME noted that “those who manufacture TVs are constantly seeking new ways to one-up their competitors, either through unique design or unmatchable image quality.” The TCL X11L, the publication stated, “promises the latter with an LED panel that employs ‘super quantum dot’ technology, designed with the capacity to emit light at more specific nanometer wavelengths than previously available tech. The resulting image is extremely color accurate but also impressively bright.”

XTEINK X4 Pro: Bringing Reading to Your Pocket

The XTEINK X4 Pro features a 4.3-inch E Ink display that uses reflective imaging technology and emits no blue light, delivering a paper-like reading experience designed to reduce eye fatigue during extended use. Its capacitive touchscreen and adjustable warm-and-cool front lighting help provide comfortable reading conditions throughout the day and night.

TIME wrote, “While the most popular e-readers are smaller than a hardcover, many are still a bit too large for true grab-and-go convenience. XTEINK filled the gap with its X3 and X4 e-readers.” Beyond its compact size, the XTEINK X4 Pro further enhances the reading experience with an upgraded, higher-capacity battery, making pocket-sized reading convenient at any time of day or night.

Framework Laptop 13 Pro: A Repairable, Upgradeable Laptop

The Framework Laptop 13 Pro combines a modular, repairable design with a custom 13.5-inch 2.8K touchscreen supplied by TCL CSOT. The display module measures 2.0 mm thick on the device side and 2.1 mm on the PCB side, with a weight of only 180 g, supporting the laptop’s modular architecture. The updated model also features a 74 Wh battery and a haptic trackpad, while its modular design allows users to replace or upgrade components and customize their configuration, from memory and keyboard options to ports.

TIME recognized the laptop for making high-performance computing more repairable and user-customizable. The newly updated Framework Laptop 13 Pro is more “like a bicycle,” says Framework CEO Nirav Patel. “Every part is easy to replace.” With an included screwdriver and components designed for replacement and upgrades, the laptop enables users to repair and personalize their devices themselves, and help extend product lifespan. By putting repair and customization in users’ hands, the Framework Laptop 13 Pro offers a more flexible and sustainable approach to personal computing.

The inclusion of all three products in TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026 highlights not only the strength of each product, but also TCL CSOT’s end-to-end capabilities from technology R&D to industry collaboration. Looking ahead, TCL CSOT will continue to advance multiple display technology pathways and collaborate with industry partners to expand applications across diverse scenarios, bringing high-quality, slim, eye-care and environmentally friendly display solutions to more users.

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Bybit Brings Its New Financial Platform Vision to Hong Kong FinTech Week 2026

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LISBON, Portugal, Oct. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the New Financial Platform trusted by more than 80 million users worldwide, announced its participation in Hong Kong FinTech Week (HKFTW) 2026, Asia’s premier fintech summit bringing together global financial leaders, regulators, and innovators at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from November 2 to 6, 2026.

Bybit’s senior leadership will take the stage during the two-day main conference, joining more than 1,000 global speakers and 45,000 participants from over 120 economies at one of the year’s most anticipated events for changemakers in financial services and innovation.

Ben Zhou, Co-founder and CEO of Bybit, will deliver a fireside chat on the Main Stage on November 3 titled “Bridging the Divide: The Next Chapter of TradFi & Crypto Convergence.” The session will explore how AI-driven platform innovation, institutional-grade infrastructure and asset tokenization are reshaping the boundary between traditional financial markets and the digital asset ecosystem.

Sean Ballard, Head of Derivatives and Institutional Business at Bybit, will join a panel discussion titled “The Future of Trading: Next-Generation Market Infrastructure and Liquidity” alongside executives from Panthertrade, Gravity Team and BitGo on November 3. The panel will examine how AI-driven execution models, tokenized market access, and synchronized liquidity pools are converging to create more resilient, capital-efficient and accessible trading infrastructure for professional market participants.

Themed “Fintech Nexus: Bridging the World, Building the Future”, HKFTW 2026 is organized around three strategic engines: Finance+, AI+, and Go Global, reflecting the city’s role as a super-connector between capital, innovation and international markets. The event features 10 dedicated forums, including the Digital Assets and Web3 Forum and the AI in Finance Forum, with keynote speakers from leading global financial institutions and regulators.

Bybit is not licensed by the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission, and its services are not available to the public in Hong Kong.

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