BMW expands humanoid robotics software at Landshut plant

BMW is establishing Landshut as a centre for humanoid robotics software development, focusing on AI models, simulation, and robot training to support manufacturing automation. The plant will develop vision-language-action models and test economic viability of humanoid robots for tasks with variable sequences and fine motor requirements alongside pilot projects in Leipzig and Spartanburg.

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