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US connection for Munich robotics startups
ecosystem

US connection for Munich robotics startups

New York Robotics, TUM Venture Labs and UnternehmerTUM sign an MoU. The partnership aims to facilitate Munich robotics startups’ access to each other’s markets through networks and programs.

Saskia Müller
S. Müller
24.04.26
2 Min.
Agile Robots cooperates with Google
Deals

Agile Robots cooperates with Google

Munich startup Agile Robots and Google DeepMind are launching a research partnership. The goal is to integrate Gemini robotics models into robotic systems and make robots more adaptable for industrial applications.

Saskia Müller
S. Müller
30.03.26
2 Min.
Kewazo secures fresh millions for robotics in heavy industry
Deals

Kewazo secures fresh millions for robotics in heavy industry

The Munich-based robotics startup Kewazo is significantly increasing its funding. New investors are driving the expansion of the Liftbot and strengthening the company’s position in the industrial automation market.

Saskia Doll
S. Doll
24.03.26
3 Min.
Robotics made in Munich: TUM incubator secures €3.5 million
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Robotics made in Munich: TUM incubator secures €3.5 million

The TUM robotics incubator Robo Innovate receives €3.5 million in funding from the Bavarian Ministry of Economic Affairs for the next three and a half years. Additionally, with Neura Robotics, an industrial partner is joining as a sponsor for the first time, while startups supported by the incubator have already raised €52 million in capital since 2022.

Kyrill Ring
K. Ring
12.03.26
3 Min.
Seal Robotics: Robots for secure ports
Interviews

Seal Robotics: Robots for secure ports

The Munich-based startup Seal Robotics automates safety-critical work steps in container handling. With robotics expertise from aerospace and a clear data-first approach, the founding team led by CEO Marie-Elisabeth Makohl and CTO Daniel Leidner wants to make terminals worldwide more efficient, safer, and future-proof.

Saskia Doll
S. Doll
13.02.26
3 Min.
Robco: 85 million euros in Series C
Deals

Robco: 85 million euros in Series C

The Munich-based robotics startup Robco secures 85 million euros in a current financing round. With the capital, the team wants to further develop its physical AI and expand the business in Europe and the US.

Saskia Doll
S. Doll
03.02.26
2 Min.
Seal Robotics raises 1.8 million euros
Deals

Seal Robotics raises 1.8 million euros

Munich-based startup Seal Robotics receives fresh pre-seed capital to bring robotic systems for safety-critical container handling tasks faster into terminal operations and expand pilot projects internationally.

Saskia Doll
S. Doll
03.02.26
3 Min.
Agile Robots: Acquisition and humanoid drive next growth surge
Deals

Agile Robots: Acquisition and humanoid drive next growth surge

Munich-based robotics specialist Agile Robots grows through the acquisition of machinery manufacturer Thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering. At the same time, the company announces its first industrial humanoid Agile One.

Saskia Doll
S. Doll
27.11.25
3 Min.
Circus: From supermarket to battlefield
Inside Stories

Circus: From supermarket to battlefield

Circus startup evolves from culinary AI pioneer to provider of autonomous dual-use robotics. With its recently relocated headquarters in Munich, the company is betting on an environment that unites technology, research, and defense.

Saskia Müller
S. Müller
04.11.25
3 Min.
Robco: US expansion and tech funding
Deals

Robco: US expansion and tech funding

Munich robotics startup Robco opens new US headquarters, acquires Rapid Robotics and receives support through the Physical AI Fellowship program.

Saskia Müller
S. Müller
26.09.25
2 Min.
Agile Robots acquires Idealworks
Deals

Agile Robots acquires Idealworks

Agile Robots now holds all shares in BMW spin-off Idealworks. BMW Group remains a long-term partner and continues to rely on the startup’s robotics technologies.

Saskia Müller
S. Müller
22.09.25
2 Min.
Aiina: Robots for the construction site of the future
Interviews

Aiina: Robots for the construction site of the future

Working at 3,000 bar pressure and supersonic speed? You’d rather leave that to robots. Aiina Robotics develops an AI-powered solution and modular robots that relieve construction companies and provide greater safety and productivity on the construction site.

Helen Duran
H. Duran
16.06.25
4 Min.