Swiss robotics startup Anybotics has successfully closed an additional $60 million in funding, bringing its Series B total to an impressive $110 million. This milestone comes 18 months after the initial $50 million announcement, as the company furthers its mission to transform industrial operations with its innovative robotic solutions.
Founded in 2016 as a spin-off from ETH Zurich, Anybotics is making waves with its quadruped autonomous inspection robot, Anymal. Equipped with advanced sensors and cameras, Anymal is designed to perform critical inspections in industrial environments, helping detect thermal abnormalities, monitor equipment, and even identify the presence of hazardous gases. By automating these tasks, Anybotics enhances safety, decreases downtime, and boosts operational efficiency in challenging and often dangerous industrial settings.
Dr. Péter Fankhauser, co-founder and CEO of Anybotics, explains, “Our technology takes over routine inspections in complex and hazardous environments. This not only ensures safer conditions for workers but also increases inspection frequency and coverage, streamlining maintenance and improving productivity.”
Since the initial Series B fundraise, Anybotics has achieved remarkable growth, doubling its sales to deploy nearly 200 robots. These autonomous machines are at work in industries such as oil and gas, mining, power, utilities, and metals. Customers include major players like Novelis (aluminum recycling), Iamgold (gold mining), Stelco (steel milling), and even Stanford University, which uses the robots for advanced research purposes.
“Many of our clients are scaling up their usage, deploying fleets that range from single robots to orders exceeding 20 robots,” noted Fankhauser. “For companies managing over 100 global facilities, it’s clear that the potential to scale these deployments is enormous.”
To date, Anybotics has raised $130 million in total funding, with the latest infusion directed largely at expanding its footprint in the U.S. The company recently launched operations from its new San Francisco office, emphasizing its commitment to scaling globally while increasing its presence in the crucial American market.
Interestingly, the company has framed this $60 million as an extension of its Series B round rather than moving into a Series C. According to Fankhauser, “This extension is focused on scaling our core business and global growth, especially in the U.S. market. When we move to Series C, it will be aimed at broader growth into new applications and industries.”
The anticipated Series C funding, expected no earlier than 2026, is likely to draw even more significant investments as Anybotics diversifies its portfolio.
This funding extension attracted a mix of new and existing investors, including Qualcomm Ventures and Supernova Invest as co-leads. Other notable participants include Bessemer Venture Partners, Nokia’s NGP Capital, Swisscanto, TDK Ventures, Swisscom Ventures, and Walden Catalyst.
With robust financial backing and strong customer demand, Anybotics is poised to keep pushing the boundaries of autonomous robotics. Its continued focus on innovation and market expansion signals exciting developments for industrial automation in the years ahead.
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