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Piaggio Fast Forward is a Boston-based company that creates innovative tech products for easier, smarter, and more enjoyable local living. We have a passion for living locally, and aim to create innovative solutions to help people connect more and get the best out of their neighborhoods.
Our first debut, the gita robot, is a hands-free following robot that can carry 40lb of gear for up to 4 hours of active use on a single charge. It’s an emission-free alternative to urban transportation that combines the best of architectural design with the most innovative computer intelligence.
Piaggio Fast Forward was founded in 2015 by the Piaggio Group (the Italian manufacturer that created the iconic Vespa scooter).
For more information, please visit www.piaggiofastforward.com or follow us on Instagram at @piaggiofastforward or check out life as an employee @lifeatpff
Our first debut, the gita robot, is a hands-free following robot that can carry 40lb of gear for up to 4 hours of active use on a single charge. It’s an emission-free alternative to urban transportation that combines the best of architectural design with the most innovative computer intelligence.
Piaggio Fast Forward was founded in 2015 by the Piaggio Group (the Italian manufacturer that created the iconic Vespa scooter).
For more information, please visit www.piaggiofastforward.com or follow us on Instagram at @piaggiofastforward or check out life as an employee @lifeatpff
Overview
Location
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
Employees
51-200
Founded date
2015
Mentions in press and media 15
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| May 16, 2024 | Mayor Michelle Wu and Mayor of Rome Roberto Gualtieri sign agreement to codify shared commitment to bolstering economic, climate, educational ties | Yesterday while at a meeting at Rome City Hall, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and Rome Mayor Roberto Gualtieri signed a Declaration of Intent to establish a formal cultural and economic partnership between the cities of Boston and Rome. Recogniz... |
| Nov 14, 2022 | Piaggio Fast Forward Introduces New Business Solutions for More Productive, Efficient and Safer Work Environments | Piaggio Fast Forward (PFF), a leader in smart following technology and subsidiary of the Piaggio Group (PIA.MI), announced that the company will be offering business customers a better way to manage the human-robot relationship and maximize... |
| Aug 5, 2021 | Piaggio Fast Forward Develops New Sensor Technology for Consumer and Enterprise Robots and for Motorcycle and Scooter Safety (ARAS) | – Piaggio Fast Forward (PFF) reveals trailblazing sensor technology for consumer and business robots as well as motorcycles and scooters – Piaggio Group motorcycles and scooters featuring an innovative sensor technology package developed, b... |
| Aug 5, 2021 | Piaggio & C : Fast Forward Develops New Sensor Technology for Consumer and Enterprise Robots and for Motorcycle and Scooter Safety (ARAS) | Piaggio Fast Forward Develops New Sensor Technology for Consumer and Enterprise Robots and for Motorcycle and Scooter Safety (ARAS) Highlights: Piaggio Fast Forward (PFF) reveals trailblazing sensor technology for consumer and business robo... |
| Mar 20, 2021 | How many robot helpers are too many? | Join Transform 2021 for the most important themes in enterprise AI & Data. Learn more. AI that can follow a person seems like a simple enough task. It’s certainly a simple thing to ask a human to do, but what if people or objects get in... |
| Mar 20, 2021 | How many robot helpers are too many? | We are excited to bring Transform 2022 back in-person July 19 and virtually July 20 - 28. Join AI and data leaders for insightful talks and exciting networking opportunities. Register today! AI that can follow a person seems like a simple e... |
| Oct 29, 2020 | Piaggio’s personal cargo robot Gita seeks new life in B2B | Piaggio Fast Forward (PFF), a subsidiary of Italian two-wheeled vehicle maker Piaggio, has announced that it’s making its Gita service robots available to businesses as part of a new B2B program. Piaggio, best known for its Vespa-branded sc... |
| Oct 29, 2020 | Piaggio’s personal cargo robot Gita seeks new life in B2B | Did you miss a session from GamesBeat Summit 2022? All sessions are available to stream now. Learn more. Piaggio Fast Forward (PFF), a subsidiary of Italian two-wheeled vehicle maker Piaggio, has announced that it’s making its Gita service ... |
| Aug 7, 2020 | Job Alert: These Boston startups and tech firms are hiring in August | Do you know when it's time to open the door? For recent graduates, tech workers impacted by layoffs and just those looking to make a change, we at BostInno have put together a non-comprehensive list of startups and tech firms looking to hir... |
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FAQ about Piaggio Fast Forward
When was Piaggio Fast Forward founded?
Piaggio Fast Forward was founded in 2015.
What has the press written about Piaggio Fast Forward?
Parsers VC has collected 15 articles mentioning Piaggio Fast Forward, among them “Mayor Michelle Wu and Mayor of Rome Roberto Gualtieri sign agreement to codify shared commitment to bolstering economic, climate, educational ties” (May 16, 2024) and “Piaggio Fast Forward Introduces New Business Solutions for More Productive, Efficient and Safer Work Environments” (Nov 14, 2022).
Is Piaggio Fast Forward still active?
Yes, Piaggio Fast Forward is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Jul 25, 2025.