MiMa launched the MFAV20 reach forklift AGV
In early April, MiMa launched the MFAV20 reach forklift AGV. Designed around its “lightweight three-point support” architecture, this product emphasizes two core advantages—lightweight construction and high cost-effectiveness—while delivering robust performance and flexible adaptability to address complex indoor and outdoor stacking challenges.
The MFAV20 features a rated load capacity of 2 tons and a maximum lifting height of 5.5 meters. Equipped with a high-torque gearbox, it effortlessly meets outdoor climbing requirements, with a climbing gradient of up to 8%. Compatible with single-and double-sided pallets, various types of pallet boards, and material cages, it supports the entire range of pallets. Additionally, it facilitates the installation of accessories such as side shifters and clamps, offering flexible adaptation to diverse cargo stacking needs and enhanced practicality.
VLAI Robotics unveiled a home-use wheeled humanoid robot
On April 1, VLAI Robotics, a Shenzhen-based embodied AI startup, officially launched its new wheeled mobile dual-arm robot L1. The newly unveiled L1 is a wheeled mobile dual-arm robot that integrates “flexible mobility” with “precise dual-arm manipulation.” Priced at ¥28,800, it aims to break through industry cost barriers with its high cost-effectiveness, enabling intelligent mobile operations to transition from laboratories to broader commercial and household applications.
Milvus Robotics released the SEIT F1500S stacker forklift
In April, at the MODEX 2026, Turkish-based Milvus Robotics unveiled its SEIT F1500S stacker forklift.
ZIKOO and Linde jointly launched the AI Native
Recently, ZIKOO and Linde launched its AI Native globally, which redefines warehousing through AI and robotics integration. The newly unveiled AI Native palletizing robot overcomes spatial and shelf limitations, reconfigures storage locations and aisles, and enables six-direction movement with full operational freedom.
Beacon Robot unveiled two new unmanned forklifts
Recently, Beacon Robot officially unveiled two new intelligent handling products: the “Intelligent Planar Handling Forklift” and the “Latent Intelligent Handling Forklift”.
This time, Beacon Robot has designed the intelligent flat-pallet forklift – the BR-FC15P-YT T-shaped pallet forklift – specifically for T-shaped pallet carriers. It effectively addresses common challenges such as difficult fork insertion and potential collisions with pallet beams. Additionally, the equipment boasts excellent compatibility, seamlessly adapting to S-shaped, nine-leg pallets, and material cages, helping enterprises reduce carrier switching costs and achieve efficient operations across diverse carrier scenarios. It is primarily used in industries including 3C electronics and new energy, automotive manufacturing and mechanical processing, and pharmaceutical warehousing.
The BR-L15P-JB intelligent latent forklift pallet handling vehicle combines the dual advantages of latent AGVs and unmanned forklifts: it can maneuver flexibly beneath shelves like latent AGV, while also lifting entire shelves or pallets using its lifting mechanism for transportation, achieving a perfect fusion of the latent flexibility and the direct handling capability of a forklift.
Mairui Robot unveiled the new-generation LF5 latent forklift series robot
Recently, Mairui Robot officially unveiled its new-generation LF5 latent forklift series robot. Based on the latest product specifications and practical applications, the LF5 has undergone comprehensive upgrades in load capacity, motion performance, and intelligence levels, further meeting the stringent requirements for high efficiency and stability in applications such as new energy vehicles, lithium batteries, and smart manufacturing scenarios.
Cainiao Group launched the “climbing robot” ZeeBot
On April 15, Cainiao Group unveiled its first self-developed climbing robot, the ZeeBot, at the MODEX 2026 in Atlanta, USA, and confirmed that the first warehouse project utilizing intelligent climbing robot operations has been commissioned in Guangdong Province. Test data shows the technology has doubled warehouse retrieval efficiency, with the robot capable of climbing a five-story-high shelf in just 10 seconds.
The ZeeBot is a flexible, specialized robot designed specifically for warehouse environments. It eliminates the fragmented operational modes of ground handling and vertical warehouse handling in traditional automated warehouses, enabling a single robot to move at high speeds on the floor while simultaneously climbing shelves for storage and retrieval tasks.
Currently, Cainiao’s climbing robots are available for public purchase. Over a hundred ZeeBot robots have been deployed in the cross-border logistics warehouse located in Dongguan, Guangdong, serving a leading global e-commerce platform.
FOREMOST RESCUE released the autonomous parking robot
Recently, FOREMOST RESCUE released the autonomous parking robot. The newly upgraded model features not only front/rear movement and 360° on-the-spot rotation but also a groundbreaking addition of lateral movement capability, enabling seamless switching between multi-directional movement (front/rear, left/right) and horizontal rotation. This innovation allows precise positioning even in extremely confined spaces, effectively addressing the industry-wide challenge of traditional equipment being “immobile and inaccurate.”
Currently, this lateral movement function has been successfully implemented in battery pack handling robots for new energy light trucks and has been officially deployed on the intelligent battery assembly line at FAW Motor Corporation.
ZCNEST launched the All Directional VNA
On April 16, at the 10th China International Logistics Development Conference and the 2026 Nanjing Logistics High-Quality Development Conference, ZCNEST launched its new product—All Directional VNA.
Compared to traditional reach forklifts, the ADV offers a 30%–40% increase in storage capacity and optimal space utilization. It supports 360° omnidirectional movement, including on-the-spot rotation and lateral translation, enabling agile maneuvering in narrow aisles and high-altitude loading/unloading without turning. With an operational accuracy of ±5 mm and a high-altitude anti-tipping design, it ensures stable operation during 9-meter or 11-meter load transfers without tipping over or cargo spillage. Additionally, its multi-sensor integrated protection system enables 24/7 unmanned operation, ensuring comprehensive safety and control for personnel, machinery, and cargo throughout the process.
Moreover, the vehicle is fully compatible with various pallet types—including S-shaped pallets, T-shaped pallets, nine-leg pallets, material cages, and long materials—making it easily adaptable to complex storage scenarios such as high-density warehouses and long-material stacking operations.
AGIBOT unveiled two new wheeled humanoid robots
On April 17, at the AGIBOT Partners Conference, AGIBOT unveiled two new models in itsAGIBOT G2 series of wheeled humanoid robots. The AGIBOT G2 Air features ultra-lightweight design, incorporates human-like motion joints, and supports a human-machine integrated data collection mode; the G2 Max offers enhanced load-bearing capacity, making it an expert in industrial handling and palletizing tasks.
BYD Forklift launched two pallet-type AGVs and a new latent lifting AGV series
Recently, BYD Forklift has launched two new pallet-based AGVs: the AP15 and AP20MPW. Addressing the challenges of narrow factory corridors and limited operational space, the BYD AP15 pallet-based AGV pioneers innovative design solutions. With its compact body, agile steering, and smooth maneuverability, it operates reliably in confined spaces, significantly reducing site constraints and maximizing space utilization. Whether in densely shelved areas or small material handling scenarios, the AP15 seamlessly adapts, overcoming the mobility limitations inherent in traditional equipment.
Building on this foundation, BYD simultaneously launched the AP20MPW palletized AGV, which not only retains its flexible operational advantages but also enhances load-bearing capacity. The two models complement each other, precisely meeting the diverse needs of different enterprises.
Through in-depth research and technological development tailored to industrial logistics scenarios, BYD’s new latent lifting AGV series has been launched. This product line integrates core technologies such as precision navigation and intelligent drive systems, delivering intelligent material handling solutions adaptable to diverse loads and scenarios, thereby significantly enhancing corporate production and logistics efficiency. The latent lifting AGV series offers multiple specialized models with rated loads ranging from 50 kg to 2,500 kg, featuring customizable lifting heights designed for specific operational conditions to achieve broad operational coverage.
Huayun Chuangzhi unveiled omnidirectional ULD (lifting) mobile robot
Recently, Huayun Chuangzhi’s omnidirectional ULD (lifting) mobile robot, equipped with Kollmorgen’s NDC navigation and control core technology, delivers professional-grade performance to provide highly reliable, efficient, and flexible automated transfer solutions for aviation cargo hubs.
Guoxing Intelligent released the air-ground integrated intelligent inspection robot
Recently, Guoxing Intelligent independently developed the “Air-Ground Integrated Intelligent Inspection Robot,” designed for applications in the petrochemical, power and energy, nuclear and high-risk industrial sectors, large-scale warehousing and manufacturing, as well as emergency rescue scenarios. This robot is a versatile intelligent device tailored for high-risk industrial environments, featuring an explosion-proof wheeled chassis with four independently driven wheels and independent steering, integrated with dual robotic arms, a binocular gimbal, and a detachable drone platform, enabling integrated inspection capabilities that combine ground mobility, three-dimensional perception, and on-site operations.
Unitree unveiled the dual-arm humanoid robot
On April 30, Unitree unveiled its dual-arm humanoid robot, priced starting at ¥26,900. The robot features high-performance motors and sensors, integrates binocular vision and voice interaction capabilities, and is lightweight and compact, enabling smarter task execution. It supports two mounting configurations—fixed base or mobile chassis—and is suitable for use at home or in factories.
LindenBot launched the industrial-grade embodied AI general robot
On April 16, LindenBot unveiled the world’s first new-generation embodied AI general robot LDB01. Its hardware specifications are designed according to industrial-grade standards, with computing power, perception, and functional safety modules optimized for harsh industrial environments, making it a truly embodied intelligent robot that meets the MTBF and lifespan requirements of industrial applications. To date, LindenBot has conducted validation with leading clients in logistics, automotive, and 3C electronics sectors, with rapid deployment expected within three weeks.
EncoSmart released its humanoid robot Nico
On April 16, EncoSmart released its innovative humanoid robot Nico and launched an embodied system solution covering all dining scenarios. As the world’s first humanoid robot solution dedicated to cross-scenario services in the food and beverage industry, Nico delivers 12 categories of end-to-end service capabilities—from kitchen to front desk—establishing a new benchmark for intelligent , highly flexible, and multi-skilled spatial service agents. It provides fresh momentum for the intelligent transformation of commercial spaces such as restaurants and hotels.
China Mobile unveiled its wheeled dual-arm robot
On April 29, during the 9th Digital China Summit, China Mobile officially launched the Lingxi robot family, which includes a wheeled dual-arm robot. The robot features industry-leading high-performance specifications, with an operational range covering from ground level to 2.2 meters and 360° flexible waist rotation capability; its dual arms feature full-joint force control with a precision of 0.1N, an end-effector speed of 2 m/s, and a repeat positioning accuracy of 0.2 mm; the head is equipped with a 48-megapixel ultra-high-definition camera, while the body integrates multimodal sensors for gas, temperature, light, tactile, and spatial balance detection; an optional IP66-rated robotic arm is available, featuring full-palm tactile sensing, palm vision, quick-release cleaning, and standardized plug-and-play interfaces.
Leveraging China Mobile’s self-developed “Lingtao” VLA embodied large model, which integrates a foundational model brain, a real-time asynchronous engineering framework, and an atomic skill evaluation system, and is paired with domestically produced high-performance AI chips at the device level, this robot possesses robust autonomous decision-making capabilities and the ability to execute complex long-sequence tasks. It can perform a variety of intricate operations, including brewing herbal tea, preparing coffee, heating meals, serving customers in restaurants, engaging in interactive chess games, and handling item retrieval and placement. The robot has been deployed in unmanned restaurants and supermarkets as part of comprehensive autonomous operation solutions.
The Elephant Robotics launched the myAGV Plus.
On April 29, Elephant Robotics officially launched myAGV Plus—a next-generation mobile robotics platform designed for educational experiments, scientific research, algorithm validation, intelligent inspection, and robotics competitions. As the comprehensive evolution of myAGV 2023, myAGV Plus delivers systematic upgrades across three core dimensions: computing power, control systems, and perception capabilities, establishing a high-performance hardware foundation that bridges theoretical instruction with practical application and accelerates scientific innovation.
The myAGV Plus retains the structure of myAGV 2023 and is compatible with the Elephant Robotics collaborative robotic arm, offering enhanced flexibility for extended composite tasks, comprehensive coverage across all teaching stages, and reliable support for complex experiments.
XCRAFT Robot unveiled an AI-powered intelligent scheduling unmanned forklift
Recently,XCRAFT Robot located in the Suzhou Artificial Intelligence Industrial Park, officially launched its AI-powered intelligent scheduling unmanned forklift. Leveraging its fully self-developed AI scheduling system XCraftRMS and a high-performance hardware platform, the product effectively overcomes the traditional bottlenecks of AGVs—difficult deployment, slow coordination, and cumbersome operation—infusing robust intelligent capabilities into manufacturing logistics transformation.
From May 21 to 22, 2026, the Second Global Unmanned Forklift Application Scenario Competition & the Material Handling and Sorting Challenge for Embodied Wheeled Humanoid Robots 2026 will be held in Hangzhou by China Mobile Robot Industry Alliance (CMRA) and Humanoid Robot Scene Application Alliance (HRAA) Building upon the existing unmanned forklift category, this event introduces a dedicated wheeled humanoid robot track for the first time, addressing the industry’s practical needs for embodied intelligence applications and further bridging technological innovation with industrial implementation.
