Robotics
EUnited Robotics and VDMA Robotics + Automation merge
EUnited Robotics and VDMA Robotics + Automation are joining forces to form a joint platform for the European robotics industry. From January 2023, the members of EUnited Robotics will be represented by VDMA R+A.
"We will pool our resources in a strong European platform to leverage the benefits of automation in Europe. This will enable us to become more efficient in the development of standards for the smart factory of the future, be more vocal on regulatory issues and be committed to advancing our approach to a human-centered future of work," says Wilfried Eberhardt, Chairman of EUnited Robotics.
More than 370 member companies from 13 European countries belong to VDMA Robotics + Automation. "We look forward to continuing the numerous activities of EUnited Robotics, such as the European Robotics Summit, the representation of interests at European level and the Good Work Charter campaign," explains Patrick Schwarzkopf, Managing Director of VDMA Robotics + Automation. Klaus-Dieter Axt, Executive Director of EUnited AISBL, adds: "The close cooperation between EUnited Robotics and VDMA R+A is already well established and is reflected in the large overlap in membership between the two association platforms. With this strategic decision, the members of EUnited Robotics will benefit from new synergies and will be able to use the entire range of VDMA services."
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