KEENON Robotics Continues Global Lead in Commercial Service Robot Market, Securing Triple No.1 Rankings, IDC Reports
In 2024, the commercial service robot market maintained steady growth, with Chinese vendors contributing 84.7% of global shipments. According to IDC, KEENON Robotics claimed the top spot globally with a 22.7% shipment share, driven by its comprehensive product lineup spanning delivery, cleaning, disinfection, and guiding robots. The company's flagship delivery robots are widely deployed across the foodservice, healthcare, and hospitality sectors.
The global delivery service robot market is expanding rapidly, with KEENON Robotics leading the sector at a 29.8% market share. The company also dominates the food delivery robot segment, capturing a commanding 40.4% share and ranking #1 in both shipments and revenue—further solidifying its industry leadership.
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A global leader in commercial service robots and solutions, KEENON Robotics has been at the forefront of the advanced service robot market since 2010. Harnessing cutting-edge technologies in robotics and cloud computing, the company is trusted by businesses worldwide. KEENON Robotics is dedicated to creating value, fostering innovation, and contributing to industry growth across various sectors.
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