Comau and Omron Robotics Partner to Expand Advanced Automation Solutions in Light Industry, Electronics, and Healthcare

Comau and Omron Robotics have officially signed a strategic partnership agreement aimed at promoting the deployment of advanced industrial automation solutions in the global manufacturing sector. This collaboration, announced on May 11, 2026, will focus on high-growth areas such as electronics, semiconductors, medical manufacturing, and internal logistics within light industries.

The partnership is set to accelerate the application of flexible and easily deployable automation solutions in response to the growing demand within these industries. As manufacturers increasingly seek automation systems that are both flexible and scalable, there is a critical need for solutions that can seamlessly integrate into existing production lines while also adapting to next-generation smart manufacturing scenarios.

Leveraging their complementary strengths in product portfolios, technological capabilities, and business models, Comau and Omron Robotics will enhance their global automation solution offerings, increasing accessibility and efficiency in deploying advanced automation technologies.

Looking ahead, both companies are committed to driving further joint innovation initiatives based on this collaboration. By integrating robotics hardware, advanced control technologies, and software automation capabilities tailored for diverse manufacturing environments, they aim to help clients improve operational efficiency, production flexibility, and overall manufacturing performance.

Pietro Gorlier, CEO of Comau, stated, “This initiative aligns perfectly with Comau’s strategic direction of expanding our solutions portfolio through high-value partnerships. Omron is an ideal partner, as we share a common vision centered around open innovation and customer-focused value creation. By combining Comau’s expertise in robotics with Omron’s complementary technological and software capabilities, we will be able to offer more adaptable, easily deployable, and future-oriented automation solutions. Together, we will also strengthen our business presence in high-growth industries and emerging markets, helping our clients effectively navigate the increasingly complex industrial manufacturing landscape with reliable, secure, and scalable automation technologies.”

Olivier Welker, CEO of Omron Robotics, added, “This partnership brings together our complementary product offerings with a shared goal of customer success. By integrating our expertise in robotics, applications, advanced control, and intelligent automation technologies, we will assist manufacturers in responding more swiftly to changing market demands. In the future, we will work together to create more flexible, interconnected, and sustainable production systems that support our clients in achieving long-term robust growth.”

About Omron Robotics

Omron Robotics is part of Omron’s Industrial Automation Business, focusing on providing robotic automation solutions for modern manufacturing and material handling scenarios. Their product range includes industrial robots, collaborative robots, and mobile robots, all designed to enhance production efficiency, system flexibility, and operational performance. With advanced software technology and user-friendly programming platforms, Omron’s solutions enable rapid deployment and seamless integration, supporting automation applications across diverse manufacturing environments.

About Comau and Automha

Comau is a leading global provider of advanced automation solutions across various industrial sectors. Through its wholly-owned subsidiary Automha, which specializes in global internal logistics and warehouse automation, Comau offers a range of system solutions that incorporate automation, robotics, and digital technologies. These solutions help clients improve production efficiency, flexibility, and operational competitiveness in a rapidly changing market environment. Comau’s products and solutions are widely utilized in vehicle manufacturing, particularly in electric vehicle technologies, as well as in shipbuilding, food and beverage, logistics, pharmaceuticals, and renewable energy sectors. Comau also provides project management and consulting services and operates an internationally recognized professional training academy. Automha focuses on the development and delivery of intelligent, high-performance automated storage and transportation systems, enhancing logistics efficiency and ensuring reliable system operations.

Comau and Automha are headquartered in Turin and Bergamo, Italy, respectively, and operate 8 innovation centers and 14 manufacturing plants across 12 countries, employing over 4,000 people.