Bharat Forge Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Germany-based Agile Robots SE to explore a strategic partnership focused on artificial intelligence–enabled robotics and advanced industrial automation. The collaboration brings together Bharat Forge’s deep manufacturing and industry expertise with Agile Robots’ advanced robotics and automation technologies. Together, the companies aim to deliver next-generation solutions for sectors such as automotive, healthcare, consumer electronics, logistics, and industrial consumer goods. The partnership is limited strictly to civilian manufacturing and industrial applications.
Under the MoU, Bharat Forge and Agile Robots will jointly develop customized automation solutions and build local capabilities to serve manufacturing, industrial CPG, and logistics sectors. The collaboration will also focus on adapting Agile Robots’ existing automation platforms to meet the specific requirements of customers in India and Southeast Asia. In addition, the two companies will work as strategic partners to design and deploy advanced vision- and AI-enabled robotics systems, with the aim of enabling highly automated and fully autonomous (“dark”) factory operations.
Commenting on the partnership, Amit Kalyani, Vice Chairman and Joint Managing Director, Bharat Forge Limited, said “This partnership with Agile Robots supports Bharat Forge’s vision of delivering advanced intelligent automation and robotics solutions across industries, while improving manufacturing productivity in India. With Indian manufacturing on a strong growth trajectory, we are excited to work with Agile Robots to introduce flexible, modular, and intelligent automation solutions tailored to the needs of multiple sectors.”
Rory Sexton, Executive Director, Agile Robots, added “Partnering with Bharat Forge strengthens our presence in India’s fast-growing manufacturing ecosystem. By combining our expertise in AI-based robotics with Bharat Forge’s strong industry knowledge, we can enhance efficiency, accuracy, and overall performance across production systems.”
Agile Robots is a leading provider of next-generation automation solutions that integrate artificial intelligence with robotics to improve flexibility, precision, and efficiency in industrial environments. Founded in Munich in 2018 by leading robotics researchers from the German Aerospace Center (DLR), Agile Robots has grown rapidly on a global scale. The company now employs more than 2,500 robotics and AI professionals across Germany, the United States, China, and India, and maintains one of the largest R&D teams in the AI and robotics sector.
Together with its subsidiaries—audEERING, BÄR Automation, Franka Robotics, and IdealWorks—Agile Robots offers a comprehensive portfolio covering the full spectrum of AI-driven robotics and automation solutions. Bharat Forge Limited is one of India’s leading engineering and manufacturing companies, known globally for its expertise in forging, machining, and advanced industrial solutions.
Established in 1961 and headquartered in Pune, the company is part of the Kalyani Group and has built a strong presence across automotive, industrial, aerospace, defence, oil and gas, railways, and construction sectors. Bharat Forge has earned a reputation for manufacturing high-quality, safety-critical components for some of the world’s largest automotive and industrial original equipment manufacturers.
With operations spanning India, Europe, North America, and Asia, the company combines large-scale manufacturing capabilities with strong design, engineering, and metallurgical expertise. In recent years, Bharat Forge has significantly expanded its footprint in defence and aerospace manufacturing.
Through its dedicated defence arm, Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited, the company designs and produces artillery systems, armoured solutions, small arms, and advanced defence platforms, many of which are developed in India. This focus aligns with the country’s push for indigenous defence production and reduced dependence on imports
Driven by innovation, digital manufacturing, and sustainability, Bharat Forge continues to invest in advanced technologies and next-generation solutions. Its emphasis on quality, precision engineering, and global partnerships has positioned the company as a trusted supplier and a key contributor to India’s industrial and defence ecosystem.
