China’s robotics industry is quietly cornering a new niche – and shipyards stand to gain

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China’s robotics industry is advancing into high-altitude operation solutions, exemplified by RobotPlusPlus's autonomous climbing robot for ship hull cleaning and descaling. This technology could improve safety and vessel service life, signaling growth in maritime robotics.

After conquering the sky and land, China’s robotics industry is quietly building momentum in a niche segment: high-altitude operation solutions. RobotPlusPlus, a Zhejiang-based robotics supplier, has made headway into the market with its flagship global offering – an autonomous climbing robot designed for ship hull cleaning and descaling. The robot was considered safer than manual labour, the company said – and could extend a vessel’s service life. According to RobotPlusPlus, its flagship system...