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April 23, 2021
On April 8, 2021, Hitachi, a leading heavy electric equipment manufacturer, announced that it had acquired approximately 96% of shares in Kyoto Robotics, a robotics start-up. The acquisition price has not been disclosed.
Founded in 2000 as a spin-off from Ritsumeikan University, Kyoto Robotics specializes in 3D vision sensors and AI-based control systems. The company’s proprietary image processing and robotic technologies are widely used in automation for logistics and manufacturing sites.
With this acquisition, Hitachi aims to integrate Kyoto Robotics’ robotic system integration capabilities with its own digital platform, Lumada, which combines operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT). This will allow Hitachi to expand its solutions for customers through greater synergy between cyber and physical systems.
Kazunobu Morita, Vice President and Executive Officer, CEO of Hitachi’s Industry & Distribution Business Unit, commented:
“The acquisition of Kyoto Robotics’ advanced technologies and expertise in intelligent robotic systems is a key milestone. By combining this with Hitachi’s OT, IT, and Lumada platform, we aim to contribute to solving customer issues and enhancing business value across social, environmental, and economic dimensions.”
August 27, 2020
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