Autonomous navigation specialist BlueBotics acquired by Zapi Group

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BlueBotics, a Switzerland-based developer of autonomous navigation expertise for automated guided autos (AGVs) and autonomous cellular robots (AMRs), was acquired by Zapi Group, for an undisclosed quantity. Zapi Group is a producer of digital velocity controllers, electrical motors, battery chargers, and related merchandise for electrical and hybrid autos. The transaction closed on December 21, 2021.

BlueBotics’ ANT SLAM navigation expertise makes use of a automobile’s current laser security scanners to first determine after which match everlasting options within the setting, resembling partitions, pillars and machines. BlueBotics claims ANT is correct to ±1 cm / ±1° and that it requires minimal modifications to infrastructure.

“The acquisition of BlueBotics is a key strategic transfer for Zapi Group because it additional strengthens our place within the fast-growing automated automobile sector,” stated Giannino Zanichelli, president of Zapi Group. “As a provider of parts for automated guided autos, it permits us to maneuver up the worth chain into automobile navigation and fleet administration whereas increasing the vary of options we will provide our mixed buyer base.”

BlueBotics claims its ANT navigation expertise is utilized by greater than 3,000 autos all over the world.

“This acquisition is thrilling information for BlueBotics. Being a part of the ZAPI GROUP, with its international footprint and market attain, will assist us increase extra strongly across the globe, enable us to have interaction with extra new potential companions, and supply higher help to our current clients,” stated Nicola Tomatis, CEO, BlueBotics. “Our crew’s information, values, and customer-centric focus are absolutely aligned with these of ZAPI GROUP. And from a product standpoint, our applied sciences are an ideal match.”

In October 2021, BlueBotics signed a distribution settlement with Thai manufacturing unit automation specialist Planet T & S. The deal is designed to increase its Asian footprint. This was the fourth such Asian settlement BlueBotics has signed previously three years. It beforehand signed distribution offers with MacPion in Korea, Altech in Japan, and Shanghai TONGPU Electronics in China.