Germany is known for its engineering and manufacturing capabilities. In recent years, the country has focused on robotics to advance those efforts. According to the International Trade Administration, Germany is one of the top producers of robotic systems, which are used throughout the country and abroad in various industrial capacities. These are some of the robotics companies in Germany redefining the industry.
Top Robotics Companies in Germany to Know
- SharkNinja
- General Motors
- Agile Robots
- Kuka
- Neura Robotics
Top Robotics Companies in Germany
Headquartered in Augsburg, Kuka is among the largest robotics and intelligent systems developers in the world. Its systems are designed for warehouse and industrial use and include products like automated welding machines, mobile robotics and industrial 3D printers. Kuka employs over 15,000 people.
Metzingen-based Neura Robotics is one of the few companies building robotics with cognitive capabilities. Its lineup includes robotic arms and humanoid systems that respond to vocal commands, detect humans and move objects.
SharkNinja develops and manufactures consumer appliances, many of which have robotic features. For example, its robotic vacuums and mops use sensing capabilities to maneuver around obstacles and find messes to clean. SharkNinja is an international employer with a location in Frankfurt.
Agile Robots is a leading systems developer based in Munich. The company spun out from the German Aerospace Center, or DLR, and develops high-precision systems used in industrial settings. Agile Robots also invests heavily in its own software to make its products user-friendly.
Apart from using robotic systems in its automotive production, General Motors, or GM, has a long history of developing in the sector. Over the years, the company has worked with NASA to create lunar rovers and humanoid robots deployed at the International Space Station. GM has also developed industrial systems that use AI to optimize its production capabilities.
