The Angsa Robotics robot platform uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to To automatically clear green spaces of wasteEven cigarette butts and broken glass shouldn't pose a problem for the cleaning robot. With its solution, the Munich-based startup aims to increase the efficiency and sustainability of waste management in parks and other green spaces.
“We are pleased to welcome Husqvarna Ventures as a strategic investor,”
says Lukas Wiesmeier, co-founder of Angsa Robotics.
"Their deep understanding of the outdoor robotics market, coupled with their extensive global network, will provide invaluable support as we scale our development and accelerate our go-to-market strategy. We very much look forward to working with the Husqvarna Group to introduce our state-of-the-art robotics platform to customers around the world."
Husqvarna Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of Husqvarna, known for its chainsaws, lawnmowers and robotic lawnmowers. Husqvarna GroupThe gardening equipment manufacturer Gardena is also part of Husqvarna. The venture capital firm is looking for new robotics applications, particularly for the management of commercial green spaces. With the €2.5 million investment in Angsa Robotics, the investor is not only recognizing the potential of Angsa Robotics, but is also expanding its parent company's portfolio with possible future products.
“Contribute to the development of Angsa’s innovative technology”
Mark Johnson, Head of Husqvarna Ventures, explains:
"Husqvarna sees significant potential in the Angsa Robotics's unique solution for automating waste collection in green spaces. By investing at an early stage, Husqvarna can contribute to the development of Angsa's innovative technology and collaborate on potential future product offerings. This investment fits perfectly with our strategy to explore new complementary robotics applications and meet the evolving needs of commercial green space management."
Founded in 2019, the startup was part of the Xpreneurs and ESA BIC Bavaria incubators. Husqvarna Ventures' investment marks the first financing round completed by Angsa Robotics.
