UBTech Agrees Airbus Deal to Expand Robot Use in Aviation Manufacturing
Chinese robotics company UBTech has signed an agreement with aircraft manufacturer Airbus to supply robots for use in aviation manufacturing, as humanoid robotics gains traction in industrial settings.
UBTech said Airbus has already purchased its latest industrial humanoid robot, the Walker S2, and that the two companies will work together to expand the application of humanoid robots across aerospace manufacturing scenarios. Airbus confirmed the cooperation but said it is currently in an early concept-testing phase.
Humanoid robots, designed to mimic human movement and behaviour, have become a strategic focus in China as policymakers and companies look to address challenges such as labour shortages, population decline and trade frictions with the United States. In recent years, Chinese-made humanoid robots have demonstrated advanced capabilities, including complex athletic movements and autonomous tasks.
The partnership with Airbus follows UBTech’s earlier agreement with Texas Instruments, highlighting growing international interest in the firm’s robotics technology. UBTech said total order value for its humanoid robots exceeded 1.4 billion yuan in 2025, and production capacity for industrial humanoid robots is expected to surpass 10,000 units in 2026.