According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Autogenous and Semiautogenous Mills market size was valued at US$ 646 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 807 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 2.8% during review period.
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Autogenous (AG) and Semi-Autogenous (Semi-AG or SAG) Mills are types of grinding mills used primarily in the mining and mineral processing industries to break down ore into smaller particles. They rely on the ore itself or a combination of ore and grinding media (like steel balls) for comminution.
Autogenous mills are so-called due to the self-grinding of the ore: a rotating drum throws larger rocks of ore in a cascading motion which causes impact breakage of larger rocks and compressive grinding of finer particles. It is similar in operation to a SAG mill as described below but does not use steel balls in the mill. A semi-autogenous mill (SAG mill) is a type of grinding mill used in mineral processing that combines the features of autogenous grinding with the use of steel balls as grinding media. In a SAG mill, the ore itself is broken down through impact and attrition as it tumbles inside a rotating drum, while a small percentage of steel balls is added to enhance the grinding efficiency. This combination allows the mill to handle a wide variety of ore types and hardness levels, making it ideal for primary grinding in large-scale mining operations. SAG mills are typically used in the first stage of the grinding circuit, where they reduce the size of the ore before it is sent to ball mills or other secondary grinding equipment for further processing.
As the global demand for essential minerals and metals continues to rise, the outlook for the Autogenous (AG) and Semi-Autogenous (Semi-AG or SAG) Mills market remains robust. In particular, the ongoing energy transition—fueled by the growth of electric vehicles (EVs), renewable energy infrastructure, and energy storage systems—is expected to significantly boost the demand for critical minerals such as copper, lithium, nickel, and rare earths. Since these metals often require high-capacity and efficient grinding solutions, mills will play an increasingly vital role in future mineral processing plants, especially for hard rock deposits and large-scale operations.
Technological integration will become even more critical in the coming years. Leading manufacturers are investing heavily in digital twin models, AI-driven performance monitoring, automated mill relining, and predictive maintenance platforms. These advancements are enabling smarter, more responsive mills that can self-optimize based on ore variability and wear conditions, contributing to better uptime, safety, and energy efficiency. OEMs that can bundle their equipment with smart technologies and strong lifecycle service offerings will be in the best position to capture market share.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Autogenous and Semiautogenous Mills market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
Key Features:
Global Autogenous and Semiautogenous Mills market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and average selling prices (USD/Unit), 2020-2031
Global Autogenous and Semiautogenous Mills market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and average selling prices (USD/Unit), 2020-2031
Global Autogenous and Semiautogenous Mills market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and average selling prices (USD/Unit), 2020-2031
Global Autogenous and Semiautogenous Mills market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and ASP (USD/Unit), 2020-2025
The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
To assess the growth potential for Autogenous and Semiautogenous Mills
To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
This report profiles key players in the global Autogenous and Semiautogenous Mills market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Metso, FLSmidth, CITIC Heavy Industries, Furukawa Industrial Machinery Systems, CEMTEC, Northern Heavy Industries, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Autogenous and Semiautogenous Mills market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Type
Autogenous Mills
Semiautogenous Mills
Market segment by Application
Mining Application
Industrial Application
Major players covered
Metso
FLSmidth
CITIC Heavy Industries
Furukawa Industrial Machinery Systems
CEMTEC
Northern Heavy Industries
Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
Chapter 1, to describe Autogenous and Semiautogenous Mills product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Autogenous and Semiautogenous Mills, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Autogenous and Semiautogenous Mills from 2020 to 2025.
Chapter 3, the Autogenous and Semiautogenous Mills competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Autogenous and Semiautogenous Mills breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and Autogenous and Semiautogenous Mills market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.
Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Autogenous and Semiautogenous Mills.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Autogenous and Semiautogenous Mills sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.
Summary:
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