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automotiveOctober 2, 2026

RobotPlusPlus Secures Major Funding to Expand in ASEAN

RobotPlusPlus raises significant funds to bring advanced industrial robots to Southeast Asian factories, enhancing safety and efficiency.

RobotPlusPlus Raises Millions to Scale Working-at-Height Robots in ASEAN Factories \\[![Image](https://example.com/image.jpg)](https://example.com) \\[Source: Robotics & Automation News] In a significant move for the industrial robotics sector, RobotPlusPlus (ROBOT++) has secured a Series C funding round worth tens of millions of dollars. This substantial investment, led by Qianggang Capital Fund and supported by GIG Capital Group, Sealand Innovation, and Juntong Capital, will fuel the company's global expansion and further development of embodied AI. Fosun RZ Capital, an existing investor, has also increased its stake. \\ Dr. Hua-Yang Xu, founder and CEO of RobotPlusPlus, emphasizes the real-world impact of their technology. Over the past decade, the company has developed specialized robots that are now being deployed at scale across various industries. This new funding will enable them to bring these solutions to more industrial sites around the world, including those in ASEAN countries. \\ ### Enhancing Safety and Efficiency in ASEAN Factories For factories in Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia, this means a significant leap forward in workplace safety and operational efficiency. Across shipyards, oil and gas facilities, wind farms, and building facades, maintenance tasks often require skilled workers to operate in hazardous conditions. RobotPlusPlus's robots are designed to handle these dangerous tasks, reducing the risk to human workers and improving overall productivity. \\ In particular, the company's hull derusting robots have been successfully deployed in over 100 shipyards, with a market share exceeding 70%. These robots have worked on more than 10,000 cargo vessels, increasing efficiency by five to six times and reducing costs by 30% to 50% compared to manual methods. This level of performance is particularly relevant for ASEAN countries, where the maritime and offshore industries are significant contributors to the economy. \\ ### Global Reach and Robust R&D Capabilities RobotPlusPlus operates in more than 18 countries, with a strong presence in key markets such as Nosco Shipyard, Drydocks World, ST Engineering Marine, Saudi Aramco, and Vopak. The company invests heavily in research and development, with over 60% of its workforce dedicated to R&D and an annual R&D investment of more than 20% of revenue. This commitment has resulted in over 2 million operating hours, generating valuable data to enhance their vertical AI models for complex industrial environments. \\ Zhang Zhenming, General Manager of Qianggang Capital Fund, highlights the potential for a global platform in autonomous industrial operations. He notes that the true test of embodied AI is not in the laboratory but in the most demanding worksites. RobotPlusPlus has already demonstrated its ability to scale robot fleets and expand into other challenging industrial applications. \\ Jin Hualong, Chairman of Fosun RZ Capital, underscores the company's deep expertise in special-purpose robotics and marine applications. He believes that the transition from individual robots to industrial-grade embodied intelligence and complete system solutions creates strong technical barriers for high-risk industrial environments. \\ ### Concrete Benefits for ASEAN Factory Buyers For factory buyers in ASEAN, the benefits are clear. By adopting RobotPlusPlus's advanced robotic solutions, they can significantly reduce the risks associated with working at heights, improve operational efficiency, and lower overall costs. As the company continues to expand its footprint in the region, it is poised to become a key player in the transformation of industrial operations. \\ **Takeaway for Factory Buyers:** Investing in RobotPlusPlus's industrial robots can lead to safer, more efficient, and cost-effective operations, making them a compelling choice for factories in Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia.

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Editorial rewrite by ASEAN Machine team, based on public reporting from Robotics & Automation News, with added ASEAN manufacturing context.

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