Motion Secures $2 Million to Launch Humanoids-as-a-Service in European Factories
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Motion, a pioneer in Humanoids-as-a-Service (HaaS) in Europe, has successfully raised $2 million in a pre-seed funding round led by Extantia Capital. This investment will enable Motion to transition its five pilot projects with Belgian industrial and logistics companies into full-scale production, expand its workforce, and enhance its fleet of humanoid robots, starting in the Benelux region.
The significance of this funding is underscored by the pressing labor shortages in European factories, where 72 percent of manufacturers reported challenges in filling roles, particularly for machine and plant operators, according to a ManpowerGroup survey. The deployment of humanoid robots is crucial for addressing these workforce gaps and supporting Europe’s industrial ambitions, especially as competition from countries like China intensifies.
Looking ahead, Motion aims to simplify the adoption of humanoid robots by offering a comprehensive service model that includes financing, compliance, and maintenance under a single monthly fee. No further timeline was disclosed at the time of publication.
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Motion raises $2 million to put humanoid robots to work in European factories
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