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Xpanner secures $18 million Series B funding to scale AI-powered automation in construction

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Xpanner, a provider of construction automation equipment, has raised $18 million in Series B bridge funding. The round was led by Korea Investment Partners with participation from KB Investment (KBIC), both existing global investors.

The raise brings Xpanner’s total funding to $38 million and marks a focused effort to expand its subscription-based automation solution across the US market.

Ryan Park, co-founder and CFO and CSO of Xpanner, says: “We’re thrilled to have KIP’s continued support as we enter our next chapter. [Read more…] about Xpanner secures $18 million Series B funding to scale AI-powered automation in construction

All3 raises $25 million in Seed funding to ‘triple productivity’ in the construction industry through robotics and AI

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All3, a European company developing a heavy-duty robotic platform for construction, has announced a $25 million seed funding round.

The round is led by RTP Global with significant participation from SuperSeed, and additional investment from Begin Capital, s16vc and VNV Global.

All3 has re-engineered every step of construction into one end-to-end process through three integrated technologies: All3 Mantis, an autonomous legged robot for on-site assembly, along with AI-powered design software and robotic factories that produce custom components. [Read more…] about All3 raises $25 million in Seed funding to ‘triple productivity’ in the construction industry through robotics and AI

Hexagon and Fill Maschinenbau partner to advance manufacturing autonomy using humanoids

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Hexagon Robotics and Fill Maschinenbau are have announced a collaboration to define how humanoids can work alongside Fill’s manufacturing solutions to increase autonomy in advanced manufacturing.

AEON, Hexagon Robotics’ multi-purpose humanoid, will be piloted on one of Fill’s client use case in Gurten, Austria, to demonstrate how it can be integrated within real manufacturing workflows and as a complement to Fill’s automation solutions.

Arnaud Robert, president of Hexagon Robotics, says: “We have focused on real-world applications from the outset, and it is encouraging to see strong interest from industry leaders such as Fill. This collaboration is an important step in validating how humanoids can increase the level of autonomy of the manufacturing processes and deliver measurable value across diverse environments. [Read more…] about Hexagon and Fill Maschinenbau partner to advance manufacturing autonomy using humanoids

Seacon Logistics selects Dexory to strengthen operational continuity across 90,000 sq m of warehouse space

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Seacon Logistics has selected Dexory to deploy DexoryView across two warehouse locations in Maasbree, the Netherlands. This strengthens the company’s focus on data-driven warehouse operations.

The deployment covers approximately 90,000 square metres of racked warehouse space at Zonneveld 1 and 3, where Seacon Logistics manages general cargo and fast-moving consumer goods under ambient conditions.

The decision reflects increasing pressure on logistics providers to maintain high levels of accuracy and performance while managing workforce constraints and growing operational complexity. [Read more…] about Seacon Logistics selects Dexory to strengthen operational continuity across 90,000 sq m of warehouse space

Segway Navimow reaches 1 million units in global cumulative mass production

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Robotic lawn mower manufacturer Segway Navimow says it has produced its one millionth unit. The organization held a ceremony at its research and development and manufacturing base in China to celebrate the milestone.

The announcement comes as Navimow launches its new production line in Malaysia, providing a solid foundation for global supply chain stability and delivery efficiency.

George Ren, Segway Navimow CEO, said: “This milestone is just the beginning. We hope to become a model for ‘new quality productivity’ going global, making ‘made in China’ synonymous with efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in the home.” [Read more…] about Segway Navimow reaches 1 million units in global cumulative mass production

Fugro strengthens offshore safety with new ROV test pool facility in Singapore

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Fugro has successfully commissioned its new remotely operated vehicle (ROV) test pool in Singapore. This strengthens the company’s in‑house capability to undertake controlled testing, verification and validation of equipment, systems and operational methodologies.

The facility represents a key milestone in improving technical assurance and reducing execution risk across marine and offshore projects.

The test pool provides a controlled environment for functional testing, system integration, calibration and pre-deployment before field deployment. [Read more…] about Fugro strengthens offshore safety with new ROV test pool facility in Singapore

GreyOrange launches AI warehouse simulator to model automation performance and costs

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GreyOrange has launched a new warehouse simulation platform designed to help operators model automation deployments, estimate costs, and predict system performance before implementing changes on-site.

Called GreyMatter Foundry, the platform combines warehouse flow design, layout planning, and automation sizing within a single simulation environment. The company says the system can model mixed fleets of robots, automation equipment, and human workers operating together across complex fulfillment environments.

The launch reflects growing interest in AI-driven warehouse orchestration systems capable of managing increasingly heterogeneous automation environments, where facilities often combine technologies from multiple vendors alongside manual workflows. [Read more…] about GreyOrange launches AI warehouse simulator to model automation performance and costs

Ai2 releases open robotics model designed for real-world AI automation

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The Allen Institute for AI (Ai2) has released MolmoAct 2, an open-source robotics foundation model designed to improve how robots perform real-world physical tasks, as researchers continue pushing beyond highly controlled laboratory demonstrations toward more adaptable automation systems.

The new model, announced this week by the Seattle-based AI research organization, is positioned as a major upgrade to its earlier MolmoAct system and reflects a broader industry effort to develop more general-purpose robotics AI capable of adapting to changing environments without extensive task-specific programming.

Ai2 describes MolmoAct 2 as an “open foundation for robots that work in the real world”, arguing that many current robotics systems remain too brittle and heavily tuned for narrow applications. [Read more…] about Ai2 releases open robotics model designed for real-world AI automation

IEEE explores future of ‘networked AI’ where robots learn collectively

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Researchers are increasingly exploring a future in which robots and AI systems do not operate as isolated machines, but instead learn collectively across connected networks – sharing information, adapting to changing environments, and continuously optimizing their own behavior in real time.

That growing area of research – often referred to as “networked AI” – is now the focus of a new special issue from the IEEE Signal Processing Society and the IEEE Journal of Selected Topics in Signal Processing, which have issued a call for papers examining “Autonomous and Evolutive Optimization in Networked AI”.

While the academic terminology may sound abstract, many of the themes are closely connected to emerging trends already reshaping robotics and industrial automation, including multi-agent robotics, distributed AI systems, edge intelligence, autonomous vehicles, warehouse robot fleets, and collaborative industrial automation. [Read more…] about IEEE explores future of ‘networked AI’ where robots learn collectively

PAL Robotics unveils new robotic arm platform for advanced AI-driven manipulation

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PAL Robotics has announced a new robotic arm platform aimed at researchers, developers, and robotics engineers working on advanced manipulation applications.

The Barcelona-based robotics company, known for platforms including TIAGo Pro and Kangaroo, said the new system has been designed to make robotic manipulation more accessible, flexible, and easier to deploy across both research and real-world operational environments.

The company plans to officially unveil the platform at ICRA 2026 in Vienna, where it will reveal the robot’s name, full specifications, and live demonstrations. [Read more…] about PAL Robotics unveils new robotic arm platform for advanced AI-driven manipulation