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Aptiv and Vecna Robotics to develop next generation autonomous mobile robots

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Aptiv, an industrial technology developer, and Vecna Robotics, a provider of AI-driven autonomous material handling solutions, have announced a strategic collaboration to co-develop next-generation Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) solutions designed to deliver cost-efficient automation.

This partnership combines Aptiv’s industry-leading portfolio, with Vecna Robotics’ advanced autonomy and orchestration platform to provide safer, more efficient, and scalable material handling systems.

Javed Khan, executive vice president, Intelligent Systems, Aptiv, says: “Automation is transforming the way goods move through warehouses and factories, with devices that sense, think and act in real time. [Read more…] about Aptiv and Vecna Robotics to develop next generation autonomous mobile robots

Libiao Robotics unveils first AirRob automated warehouse in Europe

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The first AirRob automated warehouse storage system in Europe has become operational at CTPark Ostrava-Poruba in Czechia. The system, designed and manufactured by Libiao Robotics, was implemented by its local partner Sluno at the premises of logistics services provider Geis Group.

Award-winning AirRob is a high-density, high-efficiency warehouse automation system that uses coordinated vertical-climbing pick robots and floorbots to deliver goods rapidly to workstations, without requiring major infrastructure changes.

Designed for intensive logistics operations, AirRob significantly increases storage capacity and throughput while reducing labour and energy costs, setting a high benchmark for scalable goods-to-person automation. [Read more…] about Libiao Robotics unveils first AirRob automated warehouse in Europe

Square Robot raises new Series B funding and agrees collaboration with Marathon Petroleum

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Square Robot, a specialist provider of submersible robotic tank inspection systems, has announced the completion of a new funding round and collaboration with Marathon Petroleum Corp., an integrated downstream and midstream energy company operating the largest refining system in the United States.

Marathon will participate in the Series B funding round alongside several other investors. As part of this funding, Marathon will collaborate to help shape the design and development of Square Robot’s next-generation robotic platform, while continuing to deploy Square Robot’s existing fleet to conduct critical tank inspections across its nationwide network of terminals and refineries. [Read more…] about Square Robot raises new Series B funding and agrees collaboration with Marathon Petroleum

CHIPX to build advanced semiconductor manufacturing fabrication facility in Malaysia

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CHIPX, a next-generation semiconductor and photonics manufacturer, has announced plans to establish a state-of-the-art, 8-inch wafer fabrication facility in Malaysia, the first of its kind in the ASEAN region.

The facility will introduce advanced GaN/SiC manufacturing, driving Malaysia’s entry into front-end semiconductor production and accelerating domestic capability in photonics, high-bandwidth optical interconnects, and advanced materials engineering essential to next-generation AI and high-performance compute systems.

CHIPX is establishing advanced front-end manufacturing capabilities in Malaysia, spanning infrastructure, R&D, engineering teams, talent development programs, and structured technology-transfer initiatives that build local expertise. [Read more…] about CHIPX to build advanced semiconductor manufacturing fabrication facility in Malaysia

NūMove introduces an innovative robot tool for layer picking automation

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NūMove Robotics & Vision has introduced its latest innovation in robotics: a newly designed layer depalletizing tool engineered for enhanced adaptability and performance in high-throughput logistics environments. This improved robot tool enables efficient depalletizing of both single-SKU and rainbow pallets.

This new end-of-arm tool for depalletizing represents a significant advancement over NūMove’s previous models that relied solely on suction and forks. The latest design integrates three complementary gripping mechanisms – suction, clamping, and bottom forks – enabling the robot to securely handle a broader range of packaging types and formats.

These include closed cases, open cases, wrapped or unwrapped trays, and carton boxes in a tray. To avoid product damage, sensors verify that the layer is properly lifted before the bottom forks are extended. [Read more…] about NūMove introduces an innovative robot tool for layer picking automation

Abu Dhabi fund to invest up to $35 million in Machina Labs project

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Strategic Development Fund, an Abu Dhabi-based investment entity wholly owned by EDGE Group, has announced the signing of an initial partnership and investment agreement with Machina Labs, a US-based specialist in next-generation AI-driven manufacturing and robotics, following discussions finalized at the Dubai Airshow 2025.

This collaboration between the parties establishes a framework to work towards creating a joint venture focusing on the production of advanced metal structures in the region using Machina Labs’ intelligent, software-defined factory technology.

This agreement is reinforced by an initial investment with additional funding by SDF that may reach up to AED 125 million (approximately $35 million) as both companies evaluate opportunities to deploy Machina Labs’ manufacturing capabilities in the UAE and region.  [Read more…] about Abu Dhabi fund to invest up to $35 million in Machina Labs project

Logic Robotics unveils ‘first’ autonomous mobile pallet engineered for multifacility logistics automation

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Logic Robotics, a developer of autonomous, data-driven logistics solutions, has unveiled its “Logic Pallet”, describing it as “the world’s first multifacility mobile robot engineered to set a new standard for logistics and material handling across industries”.

Logic Pallet is designed to automate and unify the movement of goods between and within facilities, delivering true end-to-end automation and supporting a fully autonomous, data-driven, and sustainable global supply chain.

Currently in production and made in America, the 48 X 40 Logic Pallet is purpose-built to handle boxed consumer goods and food, redefining industrial transport by replacing traditional pallets and forklifts entirely. [Read more…] about Logic Robotics unveils ‘first’ autonomous mobile pallet engineered for multifacility logistics automation

Teradyne Robotics to expand presence with new US operations hub in Metro Detroit, Michigan

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Teradyne Robotics, one of the world’s largest providers of industrial collaborative and autonomous mobile robotics, has announced it will open a new US Operations Hub in Wixom, Metro Detroit, Michigan in 2026.

This strategic expansion reflects Teradyne Robotics’ commitment to operating close to its customers and meeting the growing manufacturing demand in the US and the Americas.

The new facility will manufacture Universal Robots (UR) industrial collaborative robots (cobots), with future potential to include MiR autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). It will also serve as a regional customer training center, service hub, and visitor experience center. [Read more…] about Teradyne Robotics to expand presence with new US operations hub in Metro Detroit, Michigan

Mercado Libre and Agility Robotics partner to implement humanoid robots

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Mercado Libre, a commerce and fintech ecosystem in Latin America, has announced a commercial agreement with Agility Robotics, creator of the humanoid robot Digit.

Mercado Libre and Agility Robotics announce a commercial agreement to deploy Agility’s humanoid robot, Digit, into fulfillment operations in Texas with future expansion capabilities for Latin America.

This partnership will integrate Agility Robotics’ revolutionary Digit humanoid robot into Mercado Libre’s facility in San Antonio, Texas. [Read more…] about Mercado Libre and Agility Robotics partner to implement humanoid robots

Einride and IonQ partnership uses quantum computing to optimize the logistics of electric and autonomous freight

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Einride, a developer of electric and autonomous freight operations for some of the world’s largest shippers, has announced its initial results of a groundbreaking collaboration with the US-based quantum computing company IonQ to further enhance Einride’s AI-powered optimization platform, Saga. This marks the first real-world application using quantum computing to analyze commercial transport data.

Einride and IonQ entered into a three-year partnership in May 2025 to explore ways to further enhance the Company’s Saga platform through quantum technology.

Saga uses the comprehensive operational and customer data generated by Einride’s vertically integrated transport ecosystem of electric trucks, autonomous trucks, and charging infrastructure. This allows Einride to successfully serve customers’ transport demand with fewer vehicles, lower energy use, and reduced overall transport cost.

“Achieving fully electrified and automated freight networks in the most efficient way possible is an exponentially complex task,” said Roozbeh Charli, CEO at Einride. [Read more…] about Einride and IonQ partnership uses quantum computing to optimize the logistics of electric and autonomous freight