Tennant Company has acquired Clean Machine Falkenberg AB and Repax AB to accelerate growth in Sweden's industrial cleaning sector with advanced floor cleaning robots.

Rockwell Automation has announced plans to construct its largest factory in Wisconsin, equipped with cutting-edge robotics, AI-driven systems, and digital twins to showcase integrated automation solutions for American manufacturers.

Taiwanese automation specialist Aurotek reports over 50% year-on-year revenue increase, driven by strong demand for industrial robots and smart manufacturing solutions across Asia.

Bystronic has finalized its acquisition of Coherent Corp.'s Tools for Materials Processing division, expanding into medical technology, semiconductors, and advanced laser applications with the revived Rofin brand.

Stellantis is deploying autonomous robots at its Michigan assembly plant to provide real-time visibility into parts and inventory, enhancing efficiency in automotive manufacturing.

Shoucheng Holdings' backed robotics firms including Noetix, Unitree, and Galbot feature prominently at China's 2026 CMG New Year's Gala, signaling momentum in industrial automation and embodied AI.

Vention has raised $110M USD, including from NVIDIA's NVentures, to accelerate Zero-Shot Automation and expand operations across EMEA, positioning it as Europe's automation standard.

The Association for Advancing Automation releases updated ANSI/A3 R15.06-2025 Part 3, shifting focus to safe daily use of industrial robot cells.

ABB has signed an agreement with Fervo Energy, a Texas-based leader in enhanced geothermal systems, to supply advanced motor control solutions for the Cape Station geothermal project in Southwest Utah, USA.

Brookhaven National Laboratory researcher Yutao Li participates in DOE's Energy I-Corps program, pivoting automation innovations toward U.S. industrial markets through stakeholder engagement and market analysis.

Mitsubishi Power has successfully completed an upgraded reliability package at the 812MW Damhead Creek GTCC power plant in Kent, England, improving startup response, performance, and reliability to support renewable energy integration.

Boston Dynamics has begun field testing its Atlas humanoid robot at Hyundai's Savannah Georgia plant initiating a new era of flexible automation for American manufacturers.

The European Investment Bank provides €500 million to Sandvik's 2026-2029 R&D program, focusing on automated and battery-electric solutions for mining and rock excavation.

Montreal-based Vention announces $110M USD funding to advance Zero-Shot Automation and Physical AI technologies for rapid deployment across U.S. manufacturing enterprises.

Diaphragm pump manufacturer KNF has appointed Alexander Heizler as CEO effective January 2026, aiming to enhance innovation and market leadership in industrial automation across Europe.