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The Humanoids of Europe: Built by Their Customers
September 12, 2026
While the coverage stays fixed on China and the United States, seven European companies have quietly signed deployment commitments running into the thousands of units. Europe's humanoid sector is being built by its buyers.
The Tier 1 Play: Schaeffler Commits to 1,000 Hexagon AEON Humanoids in Deep Component Deal
April 22, 2026
Motion technology giant Schaeffler has signed a strategic partnership with Hexagon Robotics to deploy at least 1,000 AEON humanoids while supplying the high-precision actuators that power them.
Familiarity Breeds Trust: Hexagon Study Finds "Robot Anxiety" Spikes Where Visibility is Low
March 11, 2026
A global study of 18,000 people reveals that public trust in robotics is inextricably linked to real-world exposure, with security concerns now outweighing the fear of job displacement.
BMW Brings "Physical AI" to Germany with Hexagon’s AEON Humanoid
February 27, 2026
Following a successful pilot in the US, BMW is launching its first European humanoid robotics project at Plant Leipzig, featuring Hexagon’s multifunctional AEON robot.
Wandercraft Expands Industrial Push, Inks Deal With Auto Supplier SAPA
November 12, 2025
Five months after partnering with Renault, Wandercraft has signed its second industrial customer, Italian auto supplier SAPA, to deploy its Calvin-40 humanoid in manufacturing.
Hexagon Enters Humanoid Arena with AEON Robot for Industry
June 18, 2025
Swedish tech firm Hexagon has launched AEON, a humanoid robot designed for industrial applications, leveraging its expertise in measurement and sensor technology. AEON features advanced agility, environmental awareness, versatility, and a battery-swapping system, and will be piloted with Schaeffler and Pilatus.
