27.02.2026 19:00
German automotive giant BMW is preparing to incorporate AI-supported humanoid robots into its production processes at its Leipzig factory. This means that the brand will use humanoid robots in active production for the first time at its facilities in Europe. The humanoid robots are planned to be used particularly in repetitive and physically demanding tasks.
The German automotive manufacturer BMW is preparing to integrate AI-supported humanoid robots into the production processes at its Leipzig factory in Germany. This step means that the company will use humanoid robots in active production for the first time at its facilities in Europe.
A FIRST IN EUROPE
According to a statement made by BMW, a small number of humanoid robots will take part in the production line as part of the pilot application launched at the Leipzig facility. The company is now transferring the technology it previously tested at its facilities in the USA to its production network in Europe.
This move is considered part of BMW's "Physical AI" strategy. The goal is not only for robots to perform programmed tasks but also to become systems that can adapt to the production environment and learn.
TARGETING EFFICIENCY AND COST ADVANTAGE
The use of humanoid robots is planned especially in repetitive and physically demanding tasks. The production and assembly processes of electric vehicle batteries are among the primary areas of the pilot application.
With this investment, BMW aims to optimize labor costs, increase production speed, and distance employees from tasks that carry ergonomic risks.
The Leipzig factory is one of BMW's key facilities in electric vehicle production. With the increasing demand for electric vehicles, making production processes more flexible and efficient is among the company's priorities.