Autonomous robotics startup Cartken, known for its delivery robots, is shifting its focus to the industrial sector. The company has seen increased demand for its robots in factories and labs, leading to the development of larger robots like the Cartken Hauler.
Cartken's robots are capable of navigating both indoor and outdoor environments, thanks to data collected from food delivery operations. The company is expanding its partnership with Mitsubishi, with Melco Mobility Solutions ordering nearly 100 Cartken Hauler robots for use in Japanese industrial facilities.
While Cartken will continue its last-mile delivery business, it will not be expanding it, focusing instead on industrial applications across various sectors, including automotive, pharmaceutical, and chemical companies.