TDK Ventures, a subsidiary of TDK Corporation, has invested in ANYbotics, a robotics company based in Switzerland, as part of a $60 million funding round. ANYbotics develops autonomous robots for industrial inspections, focusing on improving safety, efficiency, and sustainability in industries such as energy, power, mining, and chemicals. This funding increases the company’s total to $130 million and will support its global growth, including recent U.S. operations.
ANYbotics, founded at ETH Zurich, produces the ANYmal robot, a four-legged robot designed for industrial use. The robot performs tasks like detecting heat issues, identifying gas leaks, and monitoring equipment condition. It is built for harsh environments and certified to resist water and dust. Currently, around 200 ANYmal robots are in use by companies such as BP, Equinor, Novelis, and Equans.
Nicolas Sauvage, President of TDK Ventures, described ANYmal as a complete solution for industrial inspections. ANYbotics CEO Dr. Péter Fankhauser stated that the company aims to integrate robots into workplaces to handle repetitive and hazardous tasks, helping businesses improve operations. The investment is part of TDK Ventures’ strategy to support technologies that improve efficiency and sustainability in industrial applications.
