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Aethon partners with Oracle to integrate cloud data processing into its robots

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Aethon, the robotics unit of ST Engineering, has partnered with Oracle to deliver an integrated solution that automates and unifies hospital inventory transport and management, creating an intelligent approach to managing supplies that helps hospitals enhance operational efficiency.

Through integrating Aethon’s autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and vision-based logistics control with Oracle Fusion Cloud Advanced Inventory Management which is part of Oracle Cloud Supply Chain & Manufacturing (SCM), hospitals deploying the AMRs can now seamlessly connect material transport with digital inventory and supply chain systems and workflows.

The integration links Oracle’s inventory picking process directly to Aethon’s AMR and vision system, enabling automatic material pickup and delivery and closes the loop with delivery status updates and final inventory location within the Oracle system for real-time visibility and accuracy. [Read more…] about Aethon partners with Oracle to integrate cloud data processing into its robots

Rockwool partners with Swisslog to build automated high-bay warehouse in Germany

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Rockwool, one of the world’s largest suppliers of stone wool insulation, has selected Swisslog to deliver a fully automated high-bay warehouse (HBW) at its production facility in Neuburg an der Donau, Germany.

This strategic investment marks a significant step in Rockwool’s global initiative to modernize its logistics infrastructure and reduce reliance on manual operations.

With 51 manufacturing facilities across 40 countries and more than 12,200 employees worldwide, Rockwool continues to experience strong growth. The Neuburg site, operating 24/7, required a high-capacity, automated storage solution to support its latest production line. [Read more…] about Rockwool partners with Swisslog to build automated high-bay warehouse in Germany

Geekplus reports record 31 percent revenue growth in first half of 2025

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Geekplus, the Hong Kong-listed warehouse robotics company, has reported record revenue growth for the first half of 2025, highlighting accelerating demand for automation in logistics and supply chains.

For the six months ended June 30, 2025, the company posted revenue of RMB 1.025 billion (approximately $144 million), up 31 percent year on year from RMB 782 million in the same period of 2024.

Gross profit rose 43.1 percent to RMB 360 million, lifting gross margin to 35.1 percent. Adjusted EBITDA turned positive for the first time at RMB 11.62 million, compared with a loss of RMB 169.8 million a year earlier. [Read more…] about Geekplus reports record 31 percent revenue growth in first half of 2025

Einride autonomous truck crosses border without a human driver onboard

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Einride, a technology company that provides digital, electric and autonomous solutions for road freight, has achieved what it describes as a “historic milestone”: the successful cross-border operation of a cabless electric autonomous vehicle without a human driver onboard.

The autonomous border-crossing took place at the Ørje border crossing, between Norway and Sweden, and marks the world-first cabless electric autonomous crossing of a country’s border.

Autonomous cross-border vehicle operations are challenging due to differing national regulations as well as technical barriers such as inconsistent road signage and customs procedures. [Read more…] about Einride autonomous truck crosses border without a human driver onboard

Samsung tests Diden robots for shipyard welding and automation

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Samsung Heavy Industries has carried out successful trials of a new industrial walking robot designed for welding and inspection on ships, marking a step toward wider automation in one of South Korea’s most labor-intensive industries.

The technology comes from Diden Robotics, a startup founded in 2024 by alumni of the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology’s (KAIST) Hu-bo Lab.

Its quadrupedal robot, known as Diden 30, uses magnetic feet and autonomous navigation to move across steel walls and ceilings, and has demonstrated the ability to cross shipyard structures such as longitudinal stiffeners. [Read more…] about Samsung tests Diden robots for shipyard welding and automation

Nvidia launches new open-source models and simulation tools to accelerate robotics research

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Nvidia has unveiled a suite of new open technologies designed to speed up the development and deployment of advanced robotics, including humanoid systems. The announcement was made alongside updates to the company’s Isaac robotics platform.

At the center of the release is the Newton Physics Engine, an open-source, GPU-accelerated simulator codeveloped with Google DeepMind and Disney Research.

Now available in Nvidia Isaac Lab and managed by the Linux Foundation, Newton is built to handle the complex balance and motion challenges of humanoid robots. [Read more…] about Nvidia launches new open-source models and simulation tools to accelerate robotics research

Crest Robotics and Earthbuilt Technology unveil machine that can 3D print buildings using materials it ingests on-site

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A spider-like robot named Charlotte, developed jointly by Crest Robotics and Earthbuilt Technology, was unveiled this week at the 76th International Astronautical Congress (IAC) in Sydney, with ambitious goals both on Earth and in space.

Charlotte is a semi-autonomous, bio-inspired construction robot combining robotics and 3D printing technology. At the IAC, a scaled-down prototype was demonstrated, marking an early milestone in what’s intended to be a transformational shift in how structures are built.

On Earth, the vision is straightforward yet bold: Charlotte would ingest raw materials – such as sand, earth, or crushed brick waste – bind and compress them using a proprietary extrusion system, and progressively “print” building walls and structures in situ. [Read more…] about Crest Robotics and Earthbuilt Technology unveil machine that can 3D print buildings using materials it ingests on-site

Abby launches AI receptionist with Deepgram’s real-time speech-to-text technology

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Abby Connect, a virtual receptionist service, has launched its new AI Receptionist product line built on Deepgram’s real-time speech-to-text technology.

By choosing Deepgram, Abby Connect is scaling its customer experience platform while meeting the demanding needs of industries such as law, healthcare, and home services.

For more than 20 years, Abby Connect has built its reputation on creating a warm, human first impression for every call. [Read more…] about Abby launches AI receptionist with Deepgram’s real-time speech-to-text technology

Gatik and Loblaw agree C$50 million autonomous trucking deal

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Gatik, a developer of autonomous freight for regional logistics networks, has agreed a significant expansion of its commercial partnership with Loblaw, Canada’s largest retailer, said to be worth around C$50 million.

Marking a milestone for the autonomous trucking industry, the companies have signed a first-of-its-kind, multi-year growth agreement to deploy Gatik’s autonomous fleet across Loblaw’s distribution network in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

Under the initial phase of the expansion, 20 autonomous trucks equipped with Gatik’s next generation sensor suite will be deployed by the end of 2025, with a further 30 autonomous trucks to be deployed by the end of 2026, creating a scalable platform for future growth phases. [Read more…] about Gatik and Loblaw agree C$50 million autonomous trucking deal

Brain Corp partners with Driveline to launch ‘first fully managed, robot-powered shelf intelligence service’

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Brain Corp, a provider of operating systems and software for robots, has partnered with Driveline, which has more than 15,000 retail outlets across the US, to launch ShelfOptix, a fully managed inventory management service for stores.

Brain Corp says the ShelfOptix service provides “robot-powered shelf intelligence at scale without the cost or complexity of technology ownership”.

Retailers and brands alike struggle to understand where in-store execution is impacting sales because they lack clear and consistent visibility at the shelf. [Read more…] about Brain Corp partners with Driveline to launch ‘first fully managed, robot-powered shelf intelligence service’