Move over, sci-fi movies – China’s robotics industry is writing its own blockbuster story! For the 11th consecutive year, the Chinese mainland has dominated as the world’s #1 industrial robot market, installing more bots than all other countries combined, per the World Robotics Association. But this isn’t just about quantity – it’s a full-on innovation explosion.
CGTN’s latest BizFocus episode reveals how factories are swapping clunky assembly lines for nimble, AI-driven robots that learn on the job. From car manufacturing to e-commerce warehouses, companies like Unitree Robotics and DJI are creating machines that can assemble smartphones faster than you can say ‘XS charging case’ and sort packages with laser precision.
What’s fueling the boom? Experts point to three factors:
Surging demand for EVs and smart devices
Next-gen AI making robots more adaptable
A ‘robot-first’ mindset in manufacturing hubs
As one engineer told reporters: ‘We’re not just building tools – we’re creating coworkers.’ Could your next workplace buddy have a charging port? The future’s rolling off production lines right now.
Reference(s):
BizFocus117: Demand for industrial robots drives innovation in China
cgtn.com