Techman Robot, CSBC and AMET will jointly develop smart welding solutions for the shipbuilding sector. The collaboration aimes at creating robotics systems optimized for shipyard environments, with the goal of improving welding efficiency and precision while supporting broader efforts in industrial automation.
Taiwan-based Techman Robot, a manufacturer of collaborative robots, will contribute its AI-enabled welding technology, which has already been implemented in various sectors including shipbuilding, infrastructure, and offshore energy. U.S.-based AMET Inc., which specializes in intelligent welding technologies across industries such as aerospace and automotive, will provide technical expertise. CSBC Corporation, Taiwan’s largest shipbuilder, will offer operational experience and application insight to guide development in line with real-world production needs.
According to the companies, the collaboration is expected to support the advancement of automated welding solutions tailored for large vessels, such as bulk carriers and container ships. These systems aim to improve precision, reduce construction timelines, and lower labor requirements in shipbuilding processes.
The partnership also targets growth opportunities in Southeast Asia, where demand for high-precision automated welding systems is increasing in response to expanding shipbuilding and infrastructure development in countries including Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia. Beyond shipbuilding, the companies indicated potential applications of the technology in sectors such as bridge construction, steel infrastructure, and heavy industry.
The initiative aligns with broader trends in manufacturing digitization and is positioned to address ongoing labor shortages in skilled welding across industrial markets.
