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Hexagon creates robotics division to advance autonomy

Hexagon has launched a robotics division to advance autonomous solutions using AI, spatial intelligence and measurement technology.

What happened

On March 31, 2025, Hexagon announced it would create a dedicated robotics division to accelerate next-generation autonomy. The division will focus on industrial applications, with Arnaud Robert serving as president.

Why it matters

The significance of Hexagon’s new robotics division is its focus on developing autonomous robots for industrial applications and identifying uses that can support workplaces facing a shrinking and aging workforce. The company says it will combine measurement technology developed in fields such as manufacturing and logistics with artificial intelligence to advance the development of robots that can operate in complex environments.

Sources

Translated from the Japanese original: /news/hexagon-jisedai-jiritsu-sei-wo-suishin-suru-shin-roboteikusu-00f32a. The Japanese version is authoritative if they differ.