Robotics Stock news
KION Group (ETR: KGX) announced on September 20, 2026, the opening of its new "Automation Center of Excellence" in Antwerp, Belgium, dedicated to next--generation autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). The company also confirmed it will host the inaugural KION Automation Summit at this facility on November 12, 2026, to showcase live deployments of the "Linde--MATIC" series.
Strategic Highlights:
- R&D Acceleration: The €25 million investment is designed to reduce the development--to--market cycle for KION’s proprietary software and navigation systems by approximately 30%.
- Strategic Location: The Antwerp hub places KION in close proximity to major European logistics corridors, facilitating faster pilot programs and co--development with key shipping and retail partners.