About Industrial Robotics sector in South Korea
The Industrial Robotics sector in South Korea comprises 66 companies, including 35 funded companies having collectively raised $514M in venture capital money and private equity. Out of these, 16 are Series A+ funded.
Industrial Robotics sector in South Korea has seen 2 acquisitions and 9 IPOs. This represents almost 16.7% of all such companies - which is higher than the 5.0% exit rate of tech companies in general.
This sector includes companies that develop robots to perform/automate tasks such as material handling, metal fabrication, welding, etc. in manufacturing facilities and factories.
Industrial Robotics sector is also known as Manufacturing Robots or Industrial Automation.
Companies which develop robots that automate (sometimes intelligent automation) a task primarily in the manufacturing facilities and factories (production lines, warehouse automation). The feed also includes companies that develop software (computer vision, autopilots, etc) or hardware modules (sensors, actuators, etc) specifically for industrial robots. Companies that offer robots to perform tasks in consumer robots, professional robots used specifically for commercial use cases and service companies that offer services for robots such as rentals, repairing, maintenance, etc are excluded.
Top Industrial Robotics Companies in South Korea
There are 66 Industrial Robotics startups in South Korea which include Neuromeka, Doosan Robotics, Rainbow Robotics, Adin Robotics, NAU Robotics. Out of these, 35 startups are funded, with 16 having secured Series A+ funding.
Over the past 10 years, an average of 3 new companies have been launched annually. Notably, several of these startups have been founded by alumni of Stanford University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Yonsei University.
Here is the list of top Industrial Robotics startups in South Korea
1. Neuromeka
Manufacturer of industrial robots. It is a manufacturer of collaborative robots, industrial robots, autonomous mobile robots, and delta robots. It designs and produces robotic solutions for various applications. These include robots designed for easy integration, safety, and connectivity. Its robots support online and offline programming.
Key facts about Neuromeka
- Founded Year: 2013
- Location: Seoul (South Korea)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $36.5M
- Investors: Kolon Investments, The Wells Investment and 12 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Post IPO, Mar 18, 2025, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 66/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 4 of 620 Competitors
Manufacturer of AI-powered collaborative and industrial robotic solutions. The company offers a wide range of robots specialized in palletizing, laser welding, sanding, machine tending, and service tasks like coffee delivery and airport luggage handling. Their collaborative robots prioritize safety and user convenience with intuitive interfaces and easy maintenance. Solutions include automation for logistics, manufacturing, and service industries to improve productivity and reduce costs. Additional offerings include training kits for certified cobot engineering and ongoing customer support with expert consulting and after-sales service.
Key facts about Doosan Robotics
- Founded Year: 2015
- Location: Suwon-si (South Korea)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $33.7M
- Investors: Korea Investment Partners and Praxis Capital
- Latest Funding Round: Series C, Jan 05, 2022, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 61/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 3 of 658 Competitors
Developer of robotic platforms including collaborative, mobile, and humanoid robots. The company provides robotic solutions for various applications, including manufacturing, research, and service industries. Product offerings include dual-arm manipulators, quadruped robots, and astronomical mounts. Tech support resources, such as web manuals and user guides, are available.
Key facts about Rainbow Robotics
- Founded Year: 2011
- Location: Daejeon (South Korea)
- Stage: Acquired
- Investors: Samsung, Korea Investment Holdings and 1 Other
- Latest Funding Round: Post IPO, Dec 31, 2024, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 54/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 29 of 759 Competitors
Provider of multiple sensors for industrial robots. Its product portfolio includes 6-axis F/T, joint torque, proximity, and tactile safety sensors. It also offers legged robots and robot grippers. It caters to robot manufacturing, research, and product development services.
Key facts about Adin Robotics
- Founded Year: 1995
- Location: Anyang (South Korea)
- Stage: Series B
- Total Funding till date: $14.8M
- Investors: FuturePlay, Samsung NEXT and 10 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series B, Sep 23, 2024, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 52/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 4 of 93 Competitors
5. NAU Robotics
Provider of multi-utility robots. Its product offerings include warehouse automation systems, gripping systems, plastic injection machines, and more for various industrial applications. It also provides an online platform for the management of the machines.
Key facts about NAU Robotics
- Founded Year: 2016
- Location: Incheon (South Korea)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $3.04M
- Investors: GNTech Venture Capital, Hana Financial Investment and 1 Other
- Latest Funding Round: Series A, Apr 05, 2023, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 48/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 48 of 859 Competitors
Companies founded year-on-year in the Industrial Robotics sector in South Korea
11 Industrial Robotics startups in South Korea were founded in 2020 - this is the most number of startups founded in any year in the last 10 years.
- Total Number of Companies
Year | No. of companies |
|---|---|
2026 | - |
2025 | - |
2024 | 3 |
2023 | 5 |
2022 | 3 |
2021 | 4 |
2020 | 11 |
2019 | 6 |
2018 | 5 |
2017 | 1 |
Stage-wise distribution of Industrial Robotics sector companies in South Korea
Out of the total 66 Industrial Robotics companies in South Korea, 35 have secured funding. Among them, 16 have reached Series A or higher, and 12 to Series B or beyond.
Founded - 66
Funded - 35
Series A+ - 16
Series B+ - 12
Series C+ - 11
Company Stage | No. of companies |
|---|---|
Founded | 66 |
Funded | 35 |
Series A+ | 16 |
Series B+ | 12 |
Series C+ | 11 |
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Funding Trends in the Industrial Robotics sector in South Korea
Total funding year-on-year in the Industrial Robotics sector in South Korea
The Industrial Robotics sector in South Korea saw a total funding of more than $510M in the last 10 years. The most amount of funding was in 2024 at more than $193M. There has been a total funding of $2.76M in 2026 till date.
- Total Funding
Year | Total Funding |
|---|---|
2026 | $2.76M |
2025 | $20.2M |
2024 | $193M |
2023 | $69.1M |
2022 | $129M |
2021 | $30.4M |
2020 | $41.2M |
2018 | $15.2M |
2017 | $7.38M |
Recent Funding Rounds in Industrial Robotics in South Korea
In the year 2026, till January 2026, Industrial Robotics companies in South Korea have raised $2.76M in equity funding across 1 round.
Here are some recent, important funding rounds in Industrial Robotics companies in South Korea:
Company | Round Raised | Amount Raised | Funding Date | Investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Series A | 4784 | Jan 06, 2026 | and 3 more | |
Seed | 2438 | Aug 05, 2025 | and 2 more | |
Seed | 5095 | Apr 14, 2025 | ||
Seed | 1610 | Feb 20, 2025 | ||
Series B | 3686 | Sep 24, 2024 |
Top Investors in Industrial Robotics in South Korea
Plug and Play Tech Center is the top investor in Industrial Robotics companies in South Korea based on number of companies invested.
Here are some top investors in Industrial Robotics companies in South Korea:
Investor | Location | Top Portfolio Companies |
|---|---|---|
Sunnyvale (United States) | - | |
Seoul (South Korea) | ||
Berlin (Germany) | ||
Seoul (South Korea) | ||
Seoul (South Korea) |
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M&A activity in Industrial Robotics sector in South Korea
In the year 2025, till April 2025, 2 acquisitions happened in Industrial Robotics sector in South Korea.
Here are some recent, important acquisitions in Industrial Robotics sector in South Korea:
Company | Acquisition Type | Acquisition Date | Acquirers |
|---|---|---|---|
Business Acquisition | Apr 02, 2025 | ||
Business Acquisition | Mar 05, 2025 |
Acquisition trends in Industrial Robotics sector in South Korea
Here are the acquisition trends in Industrial Robotics sector in South Korea:
- Total Number of Acquisitions
Year | No. of companies |
|---|---|
2026 | - |
2025 | 2 |
2024 | - |
2023 | - |
2022 | - |
2021 | - |
2020 | - |
2019 | - |
2018 | - |
2017 | - |
IPOs in Industrial Robotics in South Korea
In the year 2025, till May 2025, 1 IPO happened in Industrial Robotics sector in South Korea.
Here are some recent, important IPOs in Industrial Robotics sector in South Korea:
Company | IPO Date | Exchange Symbol |
|---|---|---|
May 08, 2025 | Korea Exchange (KRX) | |
Oct 28, 2024 | Korea Exchange (KRX) | |
Oct 24, 2024 | Korea Exchange (KRX) | |
Oct 05, 2023 | Korea Exchange (KRX) | |
Nov 04, 2022 | Korea Exchange (KRX) |
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Colleges which produce the most Industrial Robotics companies in South Korea
Companies founded by alumni from top colleges in the Industrial Robotics in South Korea
Most number of Industrial Robotics startups in South Korea have been founded by alumni from Stanford University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Yonsei University.
College | No. of companies |
|---|---|
Stanford University | 2 |
Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 1 |
Yonsei University | 1 |
Top News in Industrial Robotics in South Korea
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