
People are changing. On the demand side, people buy a wider range of goods across a wider range of channels. They buy more frequently and expect better service, whether that means next-day delivery or an easier returns process. On the supply side, workforces are aging as less of the new generation enters supply chain industries. Wages are rising as economies develop and jobs in warehousing and manufacturing remain unfilled.
The result? For warehouses, it means more SKUs, more throughput, and more pressure. For factories, it means shorter product cycles, more frequent changeovers, and unpredictable demand.
At ForwardX, we believe the answer to these problems can be found in intelligent mobile robotics. With true intelligence, mobile robotics can become entirely flexible to your circumstances while delivering output levels to rival traditional automation systems. Working collaboratively alongside humans, intelligent mobile robots help companies meet the needs of today’s consumers within the constraints of today’s labor market at an affordable investment.
Why ForwardX?
Our vision-first approach puts intelligence at the heart of our mission. With Cortex technology, our robots perceive the environment as well as your workers do. This means they can understand their surroundings, making better decisions, and adapting on-the-fly to dynamic circumstances. The result of such intelligence: true autonomy, unrivaled flexibility, and potentially unlimited productivity.
Whether you’re a manufacturer trying to flexibly automate a production line, a 3PL provider looking to increase picking productivity, or a retailer looking to upgrade your omnichannel fulfillment, your future can be found with ForwardX. In fact, we currently serve more than 10 Fortune 500 enterprises, such as ITOCHU, SF DHL, TCL, and more. On average, our customers have seen fully burdened labor costs decrease by up to 50%, productivity increase by 2-3x, and ROI achieved in less than two years.
The result? For warehouses, it means more SKUs, more throughput, and more pressure. For factories, it means shorter product cycles, more frequent changeovers, and unpredictable demand.
At ForwardX, we believe the answer to these problems can be found in intelligent mobile robotics. With true intelligence, mobile robotics can become entirely flexible to your circumstances while delivering output levels to rival traditional automation systems. Working collaboratively alongside humans, intelligent mobile robots help companies meet the needs of today’s consumers within the constraints of today’s labor market at an affordable investment.
Why ForwardX?
Our vision-first approach puts intelligence at the heart of our mission. With Cortex technology, our robots perceive the environment as well as your workers do. This means they can understand their surroundings, making better decisions, and adapting on-the-fly to dynamic circumstances. The result of such intelligence: true autonomy, unrivaled flexibility, and potentially unlimited productivity.
Whether you’re a manufacturer trying to flexibly automate a production line, a 3PL provider looking to increase picking productivity, or a retailer looking to upgrade your omnichannel fulfillment, your future can be found with ForwardX. In fact, we currently serve more than 10 Fortune 500 enterprises, such as ITOCHU, SF DHL, TCL, and more. On average, our customers have seen fully burdened labor costs decrease by up to 50%, productivity increase by 2-3x, and ROI achieved in less than two years.
Location: China, Beijing
Employees: 201-500
Total raised: $41M
Founded date: 2016
Funding Rounds 2
Date | Series | Amount | Investors |
13.12.2021 | Series C | $31M | - |
29.05.2018 | Series A | $10M | - |
Mentions in press and media 30
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09.05.2025 | Revolutionizing Manufacturing: The Rise of Autonomous Mobile Robots | In the world of manufacturing, change is the only constant. The automotive industry, in particular, is undergoing a seismic shift. At the heart of this transformation are Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs). These robots are not just tools; the... |
08.05.2025 | ForwardX Deploys 435 AMRs at Chery Automobile's Dalian Factory | Challenge Us to Move Your Parts — Solving Complex Automotive Intralogistics from Roof Systems to Car Doors BEIJING, May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Tier 1 suppliers are under pressure to move more parts, more quickly, and with greater precision... |
08.05.2025 | 435 AMRs Transform Chery's Dalian Factory: ForwardX Delivers Largest Just-in-Time Automation in Automobile Manufacturing | One New Car Rolls Off the Production Line Every 100 Seconds BEIJING, May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ForwardX Robotics, a global leader in autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), has deployed 435 AMRs at Chery Automobile's Dalian factory, one of the l... |
05.05.2025 | ForwardX Robotics to Showcase Latest AMR Solutions at Automate 2025 | Redefining Material Handling with Intelligence and Scale BEIJING, May 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ForwardX Robotics, a global leader in vision-based Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), is proud to announce its participation in Automate 2025, North... |
09.09.2024 | ShipSage Corporation Partners with ForwardX Robotics for New Era of Efficiency | BEIJING, Sept. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ForwardX Robotics, a global leader in vision-based autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), has formed a strategic partnership with ShipSage, a prominent US-based 3PL company. This collaboration automates Ship... |
22.04.2024 | BYD Revolutionizes Battery Production Line with ForwardX Robotics' AMR Solutions | BEIJING, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BYD, renowned for its electric vehicle and sustainable technology innovations, embarks on a transformative collaboration with ForwardX Robotics, a global leader in autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). Thi... |
18.04.2024 | BYD Revolutionizes Battery Production with ForwardX Robotics' AMR Solutions | BEIJING, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BYD, a trailblazer in electric vehicles and sustainable technology, continues to push the boundaries of innovation with its latest collaboration. Partnering with ForwardX Robotics, a global leader in ... |
29.09.2023 | ForwardX Robotics and DHL Collaborate To support Expansion | CHICAGO, Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a recent collaboration, ForwardX Robotics, a renowned global leader in vision-based Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), joined forces with DHL, a highly regarded and internationally recognized supply ... |
29.09.2023 | ForwardX Robotics and DHL Collaborate To support Expansion | In a recent collaboration, ForwardX Robotics, a renowned global leader in vision-based Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), joined forces with DHL, a highly regarded and internationally recognized supply chain service enterprise. DHL implemente... |
11.08.2023 | Chery Automotive Deploys 100+ ForwardX AMRs in Phase One of Its Super Factory | CHICAGO, Aug. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chery Super Factory, a state-of-the-art global automobile manufacturing plant, has partnered with ForwardX Robotics, a leading provider of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), to implement a groundbreaking... |
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