Intro
PAL Robotics is a Barcelona-based robotics company specializing in the design, development, and customization of biped humanoid and service robots. Founded in 2004 by four engineers, the company has become a worldwide leader in humanoid robotics, focusing on creating robots that enhance people’s quality of life in various sectors including healthcare, retail, logistics, industry, and assisted living.
The company’s mission is to push the boundaries of humanoid robotics by delivering reliable, integrable, and customizable robotic platforms that support research institutions and commercial clients globally. PAL Robotics has contributed significantly to open-source robotics projects and participated in numerous international robotics competitions, establishing itself as a pioneer in the field.
With over 130 employees and a global presence serving more than 30 countries, PAL Robotics continues to innovate in modular robotics systems, electronic actuators, and collaborative robotics. Their solutions address Industry 4.0 challenges, warehouse automation, and human-robot collaboration, aiming to improve operational efficiency and societal well-being.
Robots
- TIAGo: A versatile mobile manipulator robot widely used in research and industry for tasks such as logistics, inspection, and assistance.
- REEM-C: A full-sized humanoid robot platform designed for research and service applications, capable of bipedal locomotion and manipulation.
- StockBot: An autonomous inventory management robot for retail and warehouse environments.
- Kangaroo: A mobile robot platform showcased at ROSCon 2024, designed for autonomous navigation and logistics
Specialism
PAL Robotics specializes in biped humanoid robots and service robots with modular, customizable designs. Their expertise includes autonomous mobile manipulation, human-robot interaction, collaborative robotics, and robotics solutions for logistics, retail, healthcare, and assisted living environments.
Business Viability
- Established in 2004 with over 20 years of industry experience.
- Employs approximately 130 people with a strong engineering and R&D focus.
- Annual revenue around $6 million (2024).
- Global client base spanning over 30 countries.
- Active contributor to open-source robotics software and standards.
- Strong participation in robotics competitions and research collaborations.
- Offices in Barcelona, Toulouse, and Bari to support international clients.
- Positioned as a leading European humanoid robotics company with expanding market reach.
