The jury has chosen three companies from the many submissions received from Germany and other countries for the ROBOTICS AWARD. The solutions will be evaluated based on the level of technical innovation they demonstrate, their preparedness for market launch, and their economic feasibility.
The nominees are listed below, arranged in alphabetical order:
Leverage Robotics GmbH, München, Deutschland. The proposed RoboHive robot programming system integrates an AI-powered user interface in natural language with a time-oriented visual drag-and-drop workflow designed for multi-robot applications. The user is able to outline tasks broadly without having to detail each specific step included. The RoboHive system converts these tasks into comprehensive robot programs, thus accelerating the creation of intricate tasks. Additionally, RoboHive features a time-based drag-and-drop interface that allows for clear visualization of intricate workflows. This mix enhances agility and efficiency in production, reducing labor expenses.
Mantis Robotics BV, Leuven, Belgium. The third of the nominations for the award features the world’s first high-speed industrial robot with intrinsic 3D spatial perception. This characteristic enables the Mantis robot to detect obstacles and humans in its direct environment, and thus plan and navigate accordingly so as to avoid collision. This physical intelligence allows the robot to interact safely and seamlessly with humans while combining the advantages of both stationary robot arms and collaborative robots. A code-free and digital twin setup means the industrial robot can be deployed within just a few hours, costs far less than comparable devices, and is significantly more productive than cobots.
Maple Advanced Robotics Inc., Richmond Hill, Canada. The nominated MARI AARS project involves an AI-driven robotics platform that facilitates rapid, no-code programming. This is enabled by cutting-edge 3D scanning, automatic robot path generation and an intuitive graphical flowchart user interface that eliminates the reliance on coding and CAD files in robot programming. Furthermore, the MARI AARS platform incorporates functions that correct any deviations, thus helping to ensure a consistent level of quality. The robotics platform enables a considerable boost in productivity, thereby cutting labor and quality costs.
The three nominated solutions will be showcased to around 100 journalists from around the globe, after which the winner of the ROBOTICS AWARD 2025 will be announced. The prize includes a comprehensive and premium package consisting of exhibition space in the HANNOVER MESSE Application Park, a speaking slot in the Robotics Forum, and an interview in the Robotics Podcast.