- In July 2021, ABB acquired Spain-based ASTI Mobile Robotics for $190 million to expand its mobile robotics offerings.
- In January 2024, ABB acquired Sevensense Robotics AG, enhancing its AMR capabilities with AI-driven 3D vision navigation technology.
- China's government has significantly increased procurement of humanoid robots, from 4.7 million yuan in 2023 to 214 million yuan in 2024, emphasizing their strategic importance.
- In February 2023, Geek+ and Starlings launched Saudi Arabia's first robotic fulfilment centre, deploying 250 robots for picking and sorting tasks.
