Agibot and Minth Group accelerate humanoid robot production in Europe

The race to industrialise humanoid robots is gathering pace. Evidence of this lies in the ambition of Chinese start-up Agibot, which specialises in robots with embodied Artificial Intelligence (AI) and has announced it will begin producing its models in Europe in partnership with automotive supplier Minth Group.

“Our aim is to place our robots directly in factories, tailored to local industrial requirements,” said William Shi, Agibot’s chief executive in Europe. Established only three years ago, the company already holds around 40% of the global market share in the segment and had manufactured more than 5000 humanoid robots by the start of 2026.

Agibot’s embodied AI humanoid robots

Agibot’s technology stands apart through its focus on AI systems that can physically interact with their surroundings - known as “embodied AI” systems - rather than digital solutions operating solely in virtual environments.

The company’s portfolio features several models. These include the X2, a compact robot that can dance, perform acrobatics, and carry out reception and customer-service duties; the G2, designed for industrial settings and fitted with dual arms and autonomous navigation, priced at roughly $117,000 per unit (around €100,000 at the current exchange rate); and the D1, a quadruped robot intended for inspection and logistics work. Every model operates as a configurable platform that can be tailored to each customer’s specific needs.

Minth Group’s role in European production

Minth Group was not chosen as a partner by chance. “As Agibot’s global strategic partner, Minth Group will serve as its Value-Added Distributor (VAD) for the European market, jointly driving localised deployment and the large-scale adoption of embodied intelligent robots across Europe,” the statement reads.

With more than ten factories in countries including Germany, France and the United Kingdom, as well as over 15 years in the European market, the group provides local manufacturing capacity and industrial environments in which the robots can be trained for specific tasks before being integrated into assembly lines.

According to Minth Group president Chinglien Wei, “scaling up humanoid robot production requires more than technological advances: it demands robust localisation capabilities, reliable production systems and long-term operational support”.

When will they arrive?

European production is expected to begin later this year, followed by a gradual ramp-up over the next two years. Agibot expects industrial demand to increase as vehicle manufacturers and suppliers trial humanoid robot integration in assembly, logistics and service operations.