Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.30
September 15, 2021
…needs, said Keenon Robotics. Starting with food delivery in restaurants, the company has gradually expanded its automation to hotels, hospitals, and other scenarios. Keenon has reached markets in North America, Europe, South Korea, and Singapore. “We are very optimistic about the future development prospects of Keenon Robotics,” said the company. “By capitalizing on the strong relationships with its investors, Keenon focuses on building long-term value for the company by exploring new markets, trends, and customers.” SoftBank leads round SoftBank Vision Fund 2 led Keenon Robotics' Series D round, followed by CICC ALPHA and Prosperity7 Ventures, the diversified growth fund of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.30
May 12, 2022
…movement – using our technology to ensure retailers and restaurants can stay ahead of the ultrafast delivery curve.” Tel Aviv, Israel-based Flytrex provides business-to-consumer autonomous delivery services. The company said it helps retailers and quick-service restaurants (QSRs) better serve customers in suburban areas by offering low delivery costs, fast delivery, and greater reach than ever before. Flytrex claimed that its service, which uses commercial-aviation grade drones and cloud systems, is “safe, swift, and sustainable.” It raised $40 million in Series C funding in November 2021. Flytrex is operating its service with longtime partner Causey Aviation Unmanned under a Federal Aviation…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.92
May 25, 2021
…claimed that its direct-to-consumer service lets retailers and quick-service restaurants (QSRs) cater to a wider customer base with faster, safer, and cheaper deliveries than ever before. The company added that it is helping to set new drone safety standards and regulations, as well as to bring simpler, quicker, and greener autonomous delivery. Flytrex works with regulators From 2018 to 2020, Flytrex participated in the FAA's Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Integration Pilot Program (IPP). The company continued with the FAA’s subsequent BEYOND and worked with the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT), the Kansas Department of Transportation, and the North Dakota…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.52
December 16, 2021
…deliver a curated set of meal kits from select restaurants on Uber Eats. The companies said their partnership is an industry first between an autonomous vehicle technology developer and an on-demand delivery provider. “Today, Motional enters the autonomous delivery market,” stated Karl Iagnemma, president and CEO of Motional. “We’re proud that our first delivery partner is Uber and are eager to begin using our trusted driverless technology to offer efficient and convenient deliveries to customers in California. We’re confident this will be a successful collaboration with Uber and see many long-term opportunities for further deploying Motional’s technology across the Uber…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 13.37
May 25, 2022
…available for delivery. Orders can be placed with national restaurant chains including Starbucks, Taco Bell, Papa John’s Pizza, Jersey Mike’s Subs, Wendy’s, and grocery giants like Target. All restaurants and retailers are listed on the Flytrex app. The suburban landscape is ripe for Flytrex’s ultrafast offering. On-demand delivery has been largely seen as economically impractical in suburban and rural areas, where traditional couriers are only able to make around two deliveries per hour. Flytrex is changing that with its automated, almost instantaneous backyard drone deliveries. All flights are conducted while maintaining the highest safety standards. What have you learned in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.71
June 26, 2020
…reverse course on reopening measure. “He closed bars, ordered restaurants to return to 50% capacity, shut river-rafting outfits, and gave local officials more control over large gatherings ahead of the Fourth of July holiday,” reported The Dallas Morning News. If the pattern continues, PPE shortage could hamper effective and timely treatment of seriously ill COVID-19 patients. Essentium, an industrial scale 3D printer, recently shifted its Texas operations to manufacture protective face masks kits based designed approved by FDA for emergency use. The company is “now working with the Texas Division of Emergency Management, the Texas Military Department, and other groups…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.25
July 17, 2021
…drone earlier this month. Last year, Meituan invested $14.2 million in Pudu Technology Inc., which makes service robots for restaurants. In May, the company invested in the Series C round for 3D vision company Mech-Mind Robotics. Meituan is hiring up to 60,000 more people this year as it scales up.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.13
February 17, 2023
…skills. Source: RobotLAB RobotLAB added that it offers banks, restaurants, hospitals, hotels, and small and large enterprises “a clear pathway towards successful integration of robotics.” RobotLAB seeks to meet Latin American demand The demand for robots and automation is growing worldwide, noted RobotLAB. The company said it offers systems for the educational, hospitality, assisted living, delivery, and cleaning markets. They are serving the ever-growing demand for robotics and automation worldwide. With growing demand in Latin America and clear market potential, RobotLAB said it has decided to expand its focus and provide resources for the region. The company said its local…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.11
April 14, 2022
…be used across Asia Pacific for customers in the restaurant, household, personal care, and automotive industries. CAD-IT, which has offices in China, South Korea, and Australia, said it has a wide network in Southeast Asia. It has a presence in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, and Vietnam, serving more than 1,000 customers. Expanding Industry 4.0 adoption CAD-IT said it delivers end-to-end Industry 4.0 solutions encompassing additive manufacturing, augmented reality (AR), industrial internet of things (IoT), engineering simulation, and more. With manufacturing expertise gained through its production facilities in China, the company said it has delivered numerous multi-factory digital transformation projects…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.98
September 21, 2021
…robotic solutions in our front-of-house operations.” “Most of our restaurants are full-service restaurants and at Tung Lok; we take service very seriously,” he noted. “We do not expect these robots to replace the human element in our service, but rather, we hope for these robots to further complement and enhance our service efficiency.” SBRG said it will launch Keenon's Keenbot key markets, starting with Singapore and Japan and followed by Europe, the Middle East, and the U.S. The robot is equipped with multi-point delivery modes and can deliver four dishes at one time, said the companies. “As a platform that…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.84
April 21, 2021
…in Meituan, which has invested $15 million in PuduTech's restaurant robots. Meituan also participated in last week's Series C round for 3D vision firm Mech-Mind Robotics. Meituan mainly uses human delivery drivers, but it is working on autonomous vehicles and drones. Source: Getty Images Delivery robots jostle for growing market The global market for delivery robots will grow from $212 million in 2021 to $957 million by 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 35.1%, predicts Markets and Markets. Meituan's e-commerce rivals include Alibaba Group, Amazon.com, and JD.com. All of them are actively developing delivery robots and drones…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.52
June 15, 2021
…View, Calif.-based company has established partnerships with leading grocery, restaurant, and pharmacy retailers. It claimed that its driverless vehicles can make streets safer and provide convenience. In November 2020, Nuro raised $500 million in Series C funding. More recently, Chipotle Mexican Grill invested in the company in March, and Dominos is testing Nuro for pizza delivery in Houston. Nuro said that its collaboration with FedEx is a major step in entering parcel logistics. The exponential growth of e-commerce has accelerated the demand for reliable, autonomous solutions throughout all stages of the supply chain, the partners said. “Working with FedEx—the global…
