RBTX, the robotics marketplace operated by igus, used this year’s Hannover Messe 2026 to highlight what it described as the world’s widest range of humanoid robots available through a single robotics platform, alongside a growing portfolio of autonomous mobile robots and automated guided vehicles (AGVs).
Presented during igus’ annual corporate press conference at the event, the company positioned RBTX as a platform designed to simplify access to industrial automation by allowing manufacturers to explore, compare, test, and deploy robotics systems tailored to their operational requirements.
The marketplace combines humanoid robots, collaborative systems, and mobile automation technologies within a unified platform aimed at reducing the complexity traditionally associated with robotics integration.
Part of the focus at Hannover Messe was on humanoid robotics, an area attracting increasing attention across manufacturing and logistics industries as companies search for ways to address labor shortages and improve operational flexibility.
Adam Sanjurgo, product manager for igus automation in the UK, said: “We live in a world which is shaped by humans, so we know that humanoid robots will have a part to play in the future of automation”.
According to igus, the humanoid systems available through the RBTX marketplace are designed for applications including machine interaction, assembly support, and collaborative tasks on factory floors.
Alongside humanoid systems, the company also showcased AGV solutions designed for intralogistics and material transport within production facilities and warehouses.
The AGVs are intended to automate the movement of goods between workstations, storage areas, and distribution operations, helping manufacturers reduce manual handling requirements and improve workflow efficiency.
igus said the combination of humanoid robots and autonomous mobile systems could support broader end-to-end automation strategies by enabling mobile platforms and robotic systems to operate together within the same production environment.
The company also emphasized the platform’s structured deployment process, which includes application design, cost estimation, proof-of-concept development, system integration, and project execution.
By aggregating robotics suppliers and automation technologies within a single marketplace, RBTX aims to lower barriers to automation adoption, particularly for companies that may previously have viewed robotics integration as too expensive or complex.
The announcement reflects the growing commercial interest in humanoid robotics at industrial trade events such as Hannover Messe, where manufacturers, automation suppliers, and technology companies are increasingly presenting AI-enabled robotics systems as part of future factory strategies.
