HMS Networks Releases Industrial Network Report 2025, Seeks Survey Input

HMS Networks has released its "State of Industrial Networks 2025 Report", offering current insights into the evolving landscape of industrial connectivity. The study indicates that Industrial Ethernet continues to expand its market dominance, while fieldbus technologies are declining in significance and wireless solutions remain an important complementary option.

In addition to market shares, the report includes perspectives from leading industry players and experts discussing the future of communication in automation. Regional trends observed across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific demonstrate varying dynamics in adoption and innovation.

Cybersecurity is a significant focus, with upcoming EU regulations such as the Cyber Resilience Act and the RED Directive introducing new compliance challenges for manufacturers. These regulations necessitate a re-evaluation of strategies for secure and scalable network solutions.

HMS Networks also offers an extended version of the report, providing deeper analysis on protocol trends, expert commentary, and regional breakdowns. This comprehensive edition further explores cybersecurity challenges, market forecasts, and recommendations for automation professionals.

The company is soliciting industry input through a short survey to help shape the content of next year's market report. Participants will receive early access to the full results as a thank you.