Continental has acquired KINEXON's specialist division responsible for on-board operating systems used to control autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). This move is aimed at strengthening Continental's position in the field of mobile robotics.

The core of this acquisition is the ‘Brain' on-board operating system, which is designed for precise and networked control of autonomous mobile transport robots. Continental now holds the intellectual property rights to this advanced solution. Additionally, the team from KINEXON is joining Continental as part of this acquisition.

This acquisition allows Continental to expand its capabilities in both software and hardware for mobile robots. This will enable the company to introduce new features and expand its product lineup in the field of robotics for intralogistics. Both Continental and KINEXON have agreed not to disclose the purchase price or further details of the transaction.

Pierre Pomper, Head, Continental Mobile Robots, expressed that this acquisition will bolster Continental's global development team and expertise in mobile robotics, allowing them to provide reliable mobile robot solutions. It positions Continental as a one-stop shop for customers in this field and supports the company's growth in various end markets.

The partnership between KINEXON and Continental will continue even after the acquisition of the on-board operating system ‘Brain' for autonomous mobile robots. KINEXON will focus on centralised control for autonomous mobile robots. Continental will offer its customers the option to use this intelligent fleet management software for controlling AMRs, shared Alexander Hüttenbrink, Co-Founder and Co-CEO, KINEXON.