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UBTECH has announced that its Thinker-WM has achieved top scores in three embodied world model benchmarks. The integration of depth data significantly improved single-task success rates on the RoboTwin platform, increasing performance by 15 percentage points during ablation tests. This advancement...
UBTECH has announced a strategic partnership with FAW-Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd. to advance the development and testing of embodied intelligence robots in logistics. This collaboration aims to create demonstration application scenarios and expedite the deployment of humanoid robots in intellige...
UBTech Robotics has signed agreements with FAW-Volkswagen and Xiamen C&D to enhance humanoid deployments and sales channels. The collaboration with FAW-Volkswagen will focus on developing humanoids for logistics and establishing demonstration sites in smart manufacturing, building on previous work a...
UBTECH has commenced large-scale production of humanoid robots, targeting industrial, commercial, and home consumer markets. The company's Vice President, Jiao Jichao, highlighted their commitment to collaborative software-hardware R&D, which enhances the robots' capabilities in various real-world a...
UBTECH has been ranked 11th globally and 1st among Chinese companies in the 2026 Fortune Future 120 list, with a score of 115. This list evaluates companies based on their growth potential, focusing on growth ambition, talent density, and growth culture, selecting the top 120 from over 3,500 firms w...
UBTECH and FAW-Volkswagen have announced a partnership to develop and test humanoid robot applications for logistics, building on their existing collaboration in manufacturing. This strategic cooperation, revealed on October 8, aims to create demonstration applications that promote humanoid solution...
UBTECH has announced a collaboration with FAW-Volkswagen to develop humanoid robots aimed at improving factory logistics. This partnership signifies a shift from traditional quality inspection roles to more dynamic applications within manufacturing environments. The collaboration is significant as...
UBTECH and FAW-Volkswagen have entered into a partnership to develop and test humanoid robots specifically for logistics applications. This initiative builds upon the successful deployment of the Walker S Lite robots, which were previously utilized for quality inspection at the Qingdao plant. The c...
UBTECH's CEO James Zhou recently showcased the company's Super Smart Factory in a new video series, revealing its ambitious production capabilities. The factory, spanning approximately 14,000 square meters, has the potential to produce a humanoid robot every eight to ten minutes, with a monthly outp...
UBTECH has recently made significant strides in the humanoid robot sector, securing a 150.8 million yuan government contract in Leshan and announcing over 50 million yuan in overseas orders from Europe and Japan. These developments indicate a shift from conceptual discussions to tangible market pres...
GA Robotics, the official distributor of UBTECH in Japan, will participate in the Hokuriku Technology Exchange Tech Fair 2026 on October 22-23 in Fukui Prefecture. During the event, they will demonstrate the UBTECH humanoid robot Cruzr S2 performing package delivery based on voice commands. This de...
Recently, UBTECH officially released the 'Ethical Governance White Paper on Humanoid Robots.' This document outlines a comprehensive governance framework covering the identification, assessment, control, testing, and review of ethical risks, providing a roadmap for the ethical governance of humanoid...
UBTECH has commenced the mass delivery of its UWorld U1 Lite, Pro, and Ultra companion humanoids to customers in China. This follows a successful launch in June, during which the company received over 13,000 orders for these humanoid robots. The significance of this delivery lies in the growing dem...
On September 12, UBTECH inaugurated a super smart factory in Liuzhou capable of producing over 10,000 humanoid robots annually. This facility is the world's first industrial humanoid robot manufacturing benchmark factory designed for such high capacity, utilizing intelligent planning and digital sch...
UBTECH has introduced its Walker C1 humanoid robot at the MOS trade fair in Slovenia, marking its entry into the European market. The event showcased the robot's capabilities, including autonomous movement and a dance performance, while the Cruzr S2 service robot participated in a ribbon-cutting cer...
Ubtech Robotics has commenced operations at a new humanoid robot factory located in Liuzhou, China. This facility is designed to produce up to 10,000 units annually and can manufacture one industrial humanoid robot every 10 minutes, focusing on the Walker S and Cruzr series. The significance of thi...
UBTECH has commenced operations at its new humanoid robot factory in Liuzhou, Guangxi, as of September 12. This facility is set to produce over 10,000 humanoid robots each year, marking a significant transition from limited production to large-scale manufacturing. The factory's production line is en...
UBTECH has officially commissioned its Liuzhou plant, which spans approximately 14,000 square meters. The facility features a production takt time of around 10 minutes and includes dedicated lines for the Walker S and Cruzr humanoid robots. Additionally, the factory employs robots-building-robots lo...
UBTECH Robotics has officially launched its Industrial Humanoid Robot Super Smart Factory in Liuzhou, China, on September 12-13, 2026. This facility is designed to produce 10,000 industrial humanoid robots annually, marking a significant shift from traditional batch assembly to high-throughput manuf...
UBTECH has recently signed contracts with major clients in Europe and Japan, securing over 50 million yuan in overseas orders. The orders include commercial service humanoid robot Walker C1 and ultra-realistic humanoid robot U1, marking a significant acceleration in UBTECH's global strategy. This d...
UBTech has successfully completed a funding round, raising $13.9 million. The company plans to allocate these funds towards technology enhancements and the development of a new generation of high-power-density integrated joint modules. This investment is significant as it underscores UBTech's commi...
On August 28, UBTECH released its mid-year performance report for 2026, coinciding with Yushun Technology's recent IPO and financial disclosures. Both companies reported similar revenue figures, with UBTECH at 1.269 billion yuan and Yushun at 1.152 billion yuan, a difference of less than 120 million...
UBTECH Robotics, based in Shenzhen, reported a remarkable 104% increase in revenue for the first half of 2026, reaching RMB 1.27 billion (approximately $188.8 million). This surge is attributed to the growing enterprise adoption of its full-size humanoid platforms, particularly the Embodied Intellig...
At WAIC 2026, UBTECH's Chief Brand Officer Tan Min shared insights on the competitive landscape of humanoid robots. While he refrained from claiming leadership, he emphasized that UBTECH is certainly not lagging behind in the race. This statement reflects the growing interest and investment in the h...
At the World Robot Conference in Beijing, UBTECH is changing its narrative from focusing on shipment counts to emphasizing revenue and repeat orders. This strategic pivot comes as China's first humanoid-robot stock expands its presence across various sectors, including industrial, commercial, and co...
At the 2026 World Robot Conference, UBTECH's U1 series bionic humanoid robots drew significant attention, with crowds eager to interact with the lifelike machines. The robots, featuring bionic silicone skin and capable of over a hundred micro-expressions, showcased advanced technology that includes...
From August 19 to 23, 2026, the World Robot Conference (WRC 2026) took place in Beijing, where UBTECH showcased a range of humanoid robots designed for industrial, commercial, and home applications. Highlighted products included the industrial humanoid robot Cruzr Y1, the commercial service robot Wa...
On August 6, 2026, UBTECH released a video titled 'UBTECH Swarm Intelligence in action' on its official YouTube channel. The video showcases the company's new generation wheeled industrial humanoid robot, 'Cruzr Y1,' performing automated depalletizing and storage tasks in an automotive parts factory...
On August 6, 2026, UBTECH released a video titled 'UBTECH Swarm Intelligence in action' showcasing its new generation wheeled industrial humanoid robot, Cruzr Y1. The video illustrates the robot's autonomous operation in an automotive parts factory, specifically in the depalletizing and storage of r...
UBTech Robotics, based in Shenzhen, has begun taking orders for its U1 series of humanoid robots, with 13,361 orders recorded by June 30. The robots, designed for emotional interaction, will start deliveries on September 16, 2023. The U1 series includes three models—Lite, Pro, and Ultra—priced betwe...
Lenovo is shifting its focus to the manufacturing of joint motors, marking a significant change in its production strategy. This transition is expected to enhance Lenovo's capabilities in the robotics sector, particularly in the development of intelligent systems. The move is crucial as it aligns w...
UBTECH Robotics and Hitachi have announced a strategic partnership aimed at exploring intelligent solutions across multiple fields. This collaboration is expected to leverage both companies' strengths in robotics and AI technology to create innovative applications that can enhance operational effici...
UBTECH has been officially included in the HKEX Tech 100 Index, marking a significant milestone for the robotics company. This inclusion highlights UBTECH's growing influence in the technology sector, particularly in robotics and AI, as it gains recognition among top tech firms listed on the Hong Ko...
UBTECH has announced partnerships aimed at accelerating the deployment of humanoid robots in European retail logistics environments. This initiative is part of UBTECH's broader strategy to expand its global footprint and enhance operational efficiencies in logistics through advanced robotics technol...
Recently, China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology approved the development of the first industry standard for collaborative intelligent systems, led by UBTECH Robotics. The standard, titled 'Control Interface Specifications for Embodied Collective Intelligent Systems in Industrial Ap...
GA Robotics, the official distributor of UBTECH humanoid robots in Japan, announced the launch of three new models set to be available domestically starting June 30, 2026. The models include the "Walker Tienkung DEX" designed for research and development, the "Walker C1" tailored for commercial serv...
UBTECH Robotics has recently launched a teaser for its new household robot brand, UWORLD, showcasing a humanoid that appears strikingly lifelike. The teaser video, shared on Chinese social media, features a figure in a tailored suit, hinting at a shift in design philosophy towards hyper-realism in r...
UBTECH Robotics has officially launched UWORLD, a new subsidiary focused on consumer-grade humanoid robots, as announced by founder and CEO Zhou Jian on May 20, 2026. This strategic launch coincides with a culturally significant date in China, known as '520,' which is celebrated as a romantic holida...
UBTech has launched a humanoid robot designed for emotional support, with sales already underway in China. The robot, priced at $20,000, has gained popularity among young women, while a flagship model costs $130,000. The company anticipates Japan as a significant market, pending necessary certificat...
UBTECH, a Chinese robotics firm, has partnered with FAW-Volkswagen to develop and test humanoid robots for logistics applications in vehicle manufacturing. This collaboration aims to enhance factory logistics and smart manufacturing by creating demonstration scenarios and evaluating robotic solution...
Unitree has announced that it has reached a cumulative production of 18,000 bipedal humanoid robots as of July 2026, establishing itself as the leader in the pure bipedal robotics sector. This significant milestone highlights the company's dominance over competitors, with AgiBot producing 7,000 pure...
Mercedes-Benz's core dealer, Bosh Group, has announced a partnership with UBTECH to become the first official 4S store for humanoid robots in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region. This strategic move targets high-net-worth consumers who are more receptive to new technologies, leveraging the dealership's...
Unitree and UBTECH are at the forefront of the evolving robotics industry, each championing distinct approaches to the commercialization of embodied artificial intelligence. Unitree focuses on developing affordable industrial-scale humanoid robots, aiming to make advanced robotics accessible for var...
UBTECH has recently launched its full-size humanoid robot, the U1, which has garnered significant interest, especially the male variant known as the U1 Ultra, priced at RMB 990,000 (approximately $146,000). Despite the excitement surrounding its release, the robot's battery life, reportedly lasting...
UBTECH has introduced humanoid robots at the Dongxing port, located on the China-Vietnam border, to enhance customs operations for passenger management and cargo inspection. This initiative, backed by a $40 million contract, aims to reduce congestion in this heavily trafficked international passage....
China has introduced humanoid robots at its border with Vietnam in an effort to alleviate congestion during peak travel times. This initiative comes as authorities seek to enhance efficiency and streamline the processing of travelers crossing the border. The deployment of these advanced robots is pa...
At UBTECH's annual global launch event, the company unveiled its latest U1 humanoid robots, which are designed to enhance emotional interaction and promote coexistence between humans and robots. The event highlighted the advanced capabilities of the U1 series, which includes three distinct models, e...
UBTECH, a Chinese robotics company, has launched its first full-sized consumer humanoid robot, the U1 Series, during an event in Shenzhen on Tuesday. This introduction represents a significant step for the company as it seeks to expand into the growing home robotics market, driven by increasing cons...
UBTech Robotics, recognized as the world's first publicly traded humanoid robot manufacturer, has introduced a new consumer humanoid robot aimed at personal companionship. The U1 model, unveiled on Tuesday in Shenzhen, features lifelike silicone skin and advanced emotional artificial intelligence, r...
UBTECH has unveiled its new U1 ultra-bionic humanoid companion robot series, with prices ranging from $16,980 to $99,000. The launch, which took place recently, has generated significant interest, resulting in over 10,000 units ordered on the very first day. This innovative series aims to enhance hu...
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