AEON Humanoid Robot BMW Production Deployment

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AEON Humanoid Robot BMW Production Deployment

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MUNICH, Germany, February 27, 2026 — BMW Group becomes the first company to deploy humanoid robots in production in Germany. The BMW Group is consistently advancing the digitalization of its production operations and the use of artificial intelligence. A key element in this effort is so-called "Physical AI", which combines digital artificial intelligence (AI) with real machines and robots. Intelligent systems such as humanoid robots can thus be integrated into real production processes. For the first time, the BMW Group is now bringing Physical AI to Europe and launching a pilot project with humanoid robots at its Leipzig plant. The aim of the project is to integrate humanoid robotics into existing series production of automobiles and to explore further applications in battery manufacturing and component production. The focus of the deployment in Leipzig is on testing a multifunctional application of the robot. The basis is AEON's design, whose human-like body allows a wide range of hand and gripping elements or scanning tools to be flexibly attached and enables dynamic use on wheels. During testing and later in the pilot phase, AEON is expected to be deployed in high-voltage battery assembly and component manufacturing. BMW's adoption of humanoid robots represents a significant step in automotive manufacturing automation, combining the dexterity of human-like robots with the precision of AI-driven control systems to optimize production workflows in high-value manufacturing environments. The humanoid form factor allows for flexible redeployment across different production tasks, making it suitable for the varied demands of modern automotive assembly lines.

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