Aptiv and Comau Collaborate to Develop Next-Generation Robots, Autonomous Systems, and Industrial Logistics Solutions

On April 29, 2026, in Schaffhausen, Switzerland, and Turin, Italy, Aptiv (NYSE: APTV) and Comau announced a partnership aimed at advancing industrial automation. As leaders in industrial technology and automation, the two companies will work together to explore innovative smart automation solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and autonomy for industrial clients.

Under the memorandum of understanding, both companies will establish a strategic partnership framework, focusing on evaluating opportunities for joint development in advanced robotics, autonomous systems, and automated warehousing and logistics systems.

Jay Bellissimo, Aptiv’s Senior Vice President and President of Smart Systems and Software, stated, “Robotics and industrial automation are entering a new phase of development. Today, systems can leverage edge computing for real-time perception, decision-making, and execution. By collaborating with Comau, we plan to combine Aptiv’s leading perception, computing, and software capabilities with Comau’s extensive experience in robotics and large-scale industrial deployments. Our goal is to help customers create smarter, safer automation solutions while reducing the costs and complexities that have long hindered the industry’s widespread adoption.”

Giovanni Volpes, CEO of Comau for the European region, remarked, “The partnership between Comau and Aptiv represents a deep integration of our respective strengths. With complementary technological capabilities, we will provide advanced robotics and digital solutions that accelerate operational upgrades across various industries, advancing the application of artificial intelligence and embracing an industrial future driven by autonomous productivity.”

The collaboration will integrate Aptiv’s leading product portfolio, including the established Wind River edge software platform, PULSE™ sensors, and high-performance connectivity solutions, with Comau’s rich experience in advanced automation technologies, robotic systems, and global deployment in complex manufacturing environments.

The initial phase of the partnership will focus on four high-value applications in the industrial automation sector:

• Advanced Robotic Technologies: Jointly develop next-generation perception solutions and computational reference architectures for Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), collaborative robots (CoBots), and other autonomous platforms, validated through real production scenarios at Comau.
• AI-Powered Warehouse and Logistics Automation: Upgrade Comau’s proprietary logistics software by integrating Wind River’s cloud and edge technologies, deploying AI/machine learning capabilities at the edge to enhance the intelligence, real-time responsiveness, and lifecycle management efficiency of logistics systems.
• High-Performance Interconnect Technologies for Industrial Environments: Develop rugged cables, micro and modular connectors, and harness components tailored for demanding robotic applications, ensuring optimal performance and durability while achieving superior lightweight performance.
• Radar and Vision-Based Industrial Safety: Create innovative safety architectures that integrate deterministic computing and multi-area monitoring to enhance personnel safety while reducing system complexity and deployment costs.

This collaboration builds on a long-standing relationship, with Comau’s industrial controllers already utilizing the Wind River VxWorks system, and Aptiv’s manufacturing facilities having extensively deployed Comau robots. Leveraging this solid foundation, the partnership will further expand into areas such as perception, computing, sensing, and connectivity.

In the face of increasingly complex industrial automation challenges, Aptiv and Comau share a common vision—to make advanced technology more accessible, easier to deploy, and capable of generating value. Both companies will continue to introduce smarter, safer solutions that align closely with customer operational needs.

About Aptiv

Aptiv is a global industrial technology company dedicated to providing automated, electrified, and digital solutions for diverse end markets. For more information, please visit aptiv.com.

About Comau

Comau is a leading global provider of advanced automation solutions across multiple industries. In collaboration with its wholly-owned subsidiary Automha, which focuses on global internal logistics and warehousing automation, Comau helps businesses of all sizes and sectors unlock the full potential of automation, robotics, and digital technologies to enhance efficiency, flexibility, and competitiveness in rapidly growing markets. For more information, visit www.comau.com | www.automha.com.