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UBTECH Robotics
Shenzhen, China
Headquarters
Shenzhen, China
Founded
2012
Employees
000+
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About UBTECH Robotics
UBTECH Robotics is a humanoid robotics company headquartered in Shenzhen, China, founded in 2012. It builds the Walker series of humanoid robots, including Walker S2, with an emphasis on industrial and manufacturing use cases. UBTECH is publicly listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (09880.HK) and was widely reported as the first humanoid-robot IPO in December 2023. The company reports partnerships with Airbus, BYD, Foxconn, and Siemens.
Strategic Snapshot
How this brand positions its humanoid systems.
Build reliable robots that deliver measurable value in real-world environments.
Advancement in Humanoid Robotics
UBTECH focuses on developing advanced bipedal robots such as Walker X, integrating precise movement, AI interaction, and real-world application capabilities.
Human-Centric Design Philosophy
The design of UBTECH's robots prioritizes user interaction, versatility, and accessibility to cater to a broad spectrum of use cases and industries.
AI-Driven Innovation
UBTECH integrates cutting-edge AI, enabling robots to perform complex tasks, understand human contexts, and deliver intelligent, adaptive responses.
Where UBTECH Robotics Operates
Industries, signature platforms, and certifications.
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Signature products
Company Timeline
Notable milestones in UBTECH Robotics's history.
2012
UBTECH Robotics founded in Shenzhen, China.
2023
Listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (09880.HK), widely cited as the first humanoid-robot IPO (Dec 2023).
UBTECH Robotics Product Portfolio
Walker S2
UBTECH Walker S2 is a new-generation industrial humanoid robot with autonomous battery swapping for 24/7 operation in manufacturing and material-handling workflows.
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Walker S1
UBTECH Walker S1 is a humanoid robot positioned for multi-task industrial scenarios and vehicle manufacturing assistance.
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Walker S
UBTECH Walker S is an industrial humanoid robot for multi-task industrial scenarios, smart manufacturing, and enterprise automation.
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Walker C
UBTECH Walker C is a full-size electric-driven humanoid service robot for tour guidance and human-robot interaction.
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Walker X
UBTECH Walker X is a commercial humanoid robot positioned for AI research, smart services, and human-robot interaction.
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Cruzr S2
UBTECH Cruzr S2 is a full-sized wheeled humanoid robot positioned for industrial and enterprise deployment scenarios.
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Panda Robot
UBTECH Panda Robot is an interactive humanoid panda robot for exhibition guidance, dance performance, and drawing activities.
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Alpha 1E
UBTECH Alpha 1E is listed on an official UBTECH Alpha Series page under consumer humanoid robots.
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Airbus Humanoid Order Sends Chinese Robot Maker’s Shares Surging - Bloomberg
UBTech Robotics Corp. shares jumped after the China-based humanoid maker received an order from Airbus SE, bolstering the outlook for use of its products in global manufacturing. The stock climbed as much as 8% in Hong Kong to the highest since Oct. UBTech Robotics Corp. shares jumped after the China-based humanoid maker received an order from Airbus SE, bolstering the outlook for use of its products in global manufacturing. The stock climbed as much as 8% in Hong Kong to the highest since Oct. 31. Airbus purchased the company’s Walker S2 humanoid robots for use at its aircraft plants, UBTech said in a statement, without giving details on the terms. A UBTech robot transports items at the company’s booth during the World Robot Conference in Beijing in Aug.
Chinese Humanoid Robot Maker UBTech Offers $18 Million to Hire Chief Scientist - Bloomberg
Chinese humanoid robot maker UBTech Robotics Corp. is seeking a chief scientist, offering an annual pay of as much as 124 million yuan ($18 million) in an aggressive bet on an industry where product applications are still at an early stage. The role will define UBTech’s humanoid robots and embodied intelligence roadmap and lead research on AI models, the Shenzhen-based company said in a statement on Thursday. UBTech will also seek to expand its engineering team with dozens more hires, according to the release.
UBTECH secures $1B in financing for Middle East humanoid production - The Robot Report
Founded in 2012, UBTECH Robotics has been developing low-cost humanoid robots for education, customer service, healthcare, logistics, and manufacturing. The Shenzhen, China-based company claimed that its Walker S series is involved in the highest number of factory training programs worldwide. Founded in 2012, UBTECH Robotics has been developing low-cost humanoid robots for education, customer service, healthcare, logistics, and manufacturing. The Shenzhen, China-based company claimed that its Walker S series is involved in the highest number of factory training programs worldwide. UBTECH plans to expand development, production, and deployment of industrial humanoids. Humanoid robotics developer UBTECH Robotics Corp. has reportedly secured a credit line of up to $1 billion from Infini Capital to expand production and marketing. UBTECH said its partnership with Infini Capital will help it maintain leadership in robotics development, accelerate commercialization, and increase market share and profitability.
Video Friday: Walker X - IEEE Spectrum
Video Friday is your weekly selection of awesome [robotics](https://spectrum.ieee.org/topic/robotics/) videos, collected by your Automaton bloggers. We’ll also be posting a weekly calendar of upcoming robotics events for the next few months; here's what we have so far ([send us your events](https://spectrum.ieee.org/video-friday-walker-x/mailto:automaton@ieee.org?subject=Robotics%20event%20suggestion%20for%20Video%20Friday)!): ##### [Humanoids 2020](https://humanoids-2020.org/) –July 19-21, 2021 –\[Online Event] ##### [ROSCon 2021](https://roscon.ros.org/2021/) –October 21-23, 2021 –New Orleans, LA, USA [Let us know](https://spectrum.ieee.org/video-friday-walker-x/mailto:automaton@ieee.org?subject=Robot%20video%20suggestion%20for%20Video%20Friday) if you have suggestions for next week, and enjoy today’s videos. > [UBTECH]()Robotics, a global leader in intelligent humanoid robotics and AI technologies, today unveiled Walker X, the latest version of its groundbreaking bipedal humanoid robot. With significant improvement in physical performance, autonomous intelligence and human to robot interactions, Walker X took another step closer to becoming the gold standard in humanoid robotics. This looks like a solid upgrade, with a 3 km/h top speed, “complex terrain navigation,” 3 kg of payload per hand, and UBTECH’s promise that the robot is compliant and safe to be around. But we’re not entirely sure what it actually, um, does, you know? \[ [UBTECH](https://www.ubtrobot.com/?ls=en) ] > *Everyone should be able to get into the game. Luna’s story inspired us to build: CHAMP. A robot that will bring kids who otherwise could not participate onto the field with US*[Soccer]()players all year. The robot is based on OhmniLabs' platform ([which we reviewed a while back](https://spectrum.ieee.org/automaton/robotics/home-robots/review-ohmni-an-telepresence-robot-for-the-rest-of-your-family)), in partnership with [Volkswagen](https://spectrum.ieee.org/tag/volkswagen).
Boxing, Backflipping Robots Rule at China’s Biggest AI Summit - Bloomberg
The more popular robots were the creations of Unitree, UBTech Robotics Corp. and Agibot, who’ve built up some name-recognition among the hundreds of startups and big tech firms vying to produce the world’s most advanced humanoid androids. The scores of machines on display were the most visible symbol yet of China’s surprisingly rapid ascent in a key arena of artificial intelligence. Hangzhou-based Unitree teased an entry-level $6,000 droid and ByteDance Ltd. posted a video of its Mini hanging up a shirt just days before the World Artificial Intelligence Conference kicked off over the weekend. [...] ### Bloomberg Connecting decision makers to a dynamic network of information, people and ideas, Bloomberg quickly and accurately delivers business and financial information, news and insight around the world ### For Customers ### Support Americas+1 212 318 2000 EMEA+44 20 7330 7500 Asia Pacific+65 6212 1000 ### Company ### Communications ### Follow ### Products ### Industry Products ### Media ### Media Services ### Company ### Communications ### Follow ### Products ### Industry Products ### Media ### Media Services ### Bloomberg Connecting decision makers to a dynamic network of information, people and ideas, Bloomberg quickly and accurately delivers business and financial information, news and insight around the world ### For Customers ### Support [...] ### For Customers ### Support Americas+1 212 318 2000 EMEA+44 20 7330 7500 Asia Pacific+65 6212 1000 # Boxing, Backflipping Robots Rule at China’s Biggest AI Summit From lumbering six-foot machines to nimble back-flipping dogs, robots lorded over China’s most important annual AI conference in Shanghai this week. Thousands turned up to gawk at the antics of a bewildering array of droids at work: dispensing popcorn and drinks (messily), peeling eggs, sparring in a boxing ring, playing mahjong or just wandering around the cavernous exhibition hall.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about UBTECH Robotics, answered.
- Where is UBTECH Robotics headquartered?
- UBTECH Robotics is headquartered in Shenzhen, China.
- What products does UBTECH Robotics make?
- UBTECH Robotics makes humanoid robots, best known for its Walker series, including Walker S2.
- Is UBTECH Robotics publicly traded?
- Yes. UBTECH Robotics is publicly listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange under ticker 09880.HK.
- Who backs or partners with UBTECH Robotics?
- UBTECH Robotics has reported backing from Tencent and partnerships with companies including Airbus, BYD, Foxconn, FAW-Volkswagen, Geely, Texas Instruments, and Siemens.
- What industries does UBTECH Robotics target?
- UBTECH Robotics targets industrial and manufacturing environments, including automotive, electronics, and aviation manufacturing.
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