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• Hyundai Motor Group launches the ‘MobED Alliance,’ a new collaborative ecosystem to commercialize its advanced mobile robot platform at AW 2026
• The alliance unites industry partners, public agencies and component suppliers to build a robotics ecosystem and accelerate MobED’s domestic market entry in Korea
• MobED is a versatile robotics platform that gained global attention for its advanced maneuverability at major technology shows including CES 2026 and iREX 2025
• The alliance aims to provide customer-optimized solutions and develop up to 10 industry-specific top modules, including outdoor delivery and digital signage systems
• The initiative marks a strategic shift from global technology demonstrations to full-scale business and service deployment in the Korean market
• Hyundai Motor Group Robotics LAB will showcase MobED at its AW2026 booth, running from March 4 – 6 at the COEX Convention and Exhibition Center in Seoul

Hyundai Motor Group today announced the official launch of the ‘MobED Alliance,’ a collaborative ecosystem centered on its next-generation mobile robot platform, MobED (Mobile Eccentric Droid). The alliance brings together key partners from industry, public agencies and component suppliers to accelerate the domestic commercialization of the versatile robot.

The launch, held at the Automation World 2026 (AW2026) trade event in Seoul, marks a significant milestone for MobED. After garnering global acclaim at major technology showcases, the formation of the alliance signals a concrete transition from the global demonstration phase to a full-scale business and service phase in the Korean market. 

In attendance were key figures from Hyundai Motor Group Robotics LAB, component suppliers such as Hyundai Transys Inc. and SL Corporation, public agencies including the Korea Association of AI Robot Industry (KAR), as well as executives from robotics solution specialists such as LS THiRA-UTECH Co. Ltd. and Kaon Robotics. 

“The MobED Alliance is a collaborative framework designed to extend MobED — a technology already validated on the global stage, such as CES and iREX. This is significant because we are moving beyond simple corporate partnerships and entering a stage of concrete commercialization in Korea through an ecosystem model where public agencies, robot solution companies, firms and component suppliers participate together.”– Dong Jin Hyun, Vice President and Head of Hyundai Motor Group Robotics LAB

Why Is This the Next Step for MobED?

MobED has already been recognized on the global stage at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, including its win of the Best of Innovation Award in Robotics, and the International Robot Exhibition (iREX) 2025. Its advanced maneuverability, automatic self-leveling on uneven surfaces, and ability to operate seamlessly both indoors and outdoors have established its technical credentials. 

MobED also offers an exceptional scalability by enabling flexible integration with a wide range of top modules tailored to sector-specific requirements. The versatility allows the platform to be deployed across diverse industries, such as outdoor delivery, security patrol, research and video production. 

The MobED Alliance is the pivotal next step to translate this proven technological capability into practical, real-world applications and business use cases.

What Is the Goal of the MobED Alliance?

The alliance establishes a four-party cooperative model designed to create a virtuous cycle for accelerating commercialization and building a sustainable ecosystem. This framework is a shift from simple corporate partnerships to a more integrated model. Centered on MobED, the alliance brings together specialized corporations across various sectors to proactively establish a next-generation robotics ecosystem. 

The roles within the alliance are defined as:

• Hyundai Motor Group Robotics LAB, develops and provides the core MobED technology platform.
• Ten component suppliers, including Hyundai Transys and SL Corporation, handle the production and supply of key components such as sensors, electronics, and batteries.
• Five robotics solution companies, including LS THiRA-UTECH and Kaon Robotics, will develop customized solutions tailored to the unique needs of various industries, and manage on-site deployment.
• Public Agencies, such as the Korea Planning & Evaluation Institute of Industrial Technology (KEIT) and Korea Association of AI Robot Industry (KAR), will support demonstrations and foster environments for adoption to drive domestic robotics industry growth and establish a virtuous innovation cycle.

In particular, the robotics solution companies — those with the deepest understanding of on-site requirements — will develop and supply to customers 10 industry-specific modules for MobED, including outdoor delivery, drone stations for security patrol, and digital signage systems.

What Does This Mean for the Korean Market?

The formation of the MobED Alliance represents the first concrete milestone toward the robot’s official domestic launch. It provides the foundation to realize the commercialization plans Hyundai Motor Group Robotics LAB has been preparing.

Through this alliance, Hyundai Motor Group Robotics LAB aims to establish a business model for supplying MobED to both B2B and B2G markets, positioning the initiative as the foundation for a sustainable ecosystem that enhances the overall competitiveness of Korea’s robotics industry. 

What Can Visitors Expect from Hyundai Motor Group Robotics LAB at AW 2026?

Hyundai Motor Group Robotics LAB will showcase the future of robotics at its 180-square-meter booth (D110 in Hall D) at AW2026, running from March 4 – 6 at the COEX Convention and Exhibition Center in Seoul. The booth will serve as the hub for the official launch of the ‘MobED Alliance’ and will provide visitors with a comprehensive and interactive look at the MobED platform’s capabilities.

Continuous demonstrations will highlight MobED’s versatility across various applications, with dedicated showcases for MobED Broadcasting, Delivery, Loading/Unloading and Golf scenarios.

A key highlight of the booth will be the interactive experience zone, where visitors can pilot the MobED Basic and MobED Pro models firsthand. Attendees can participate in one of three unique, three-minute experiences designed to showcase the platform’s core strengths:

• Manual Driving Zone: Allows visitors to directly experience MobED’s exceptional driving performance across various types of terrain.
• Autonomous Driving Zone: Demonstrates the platform’s user-friendly autonomous driving capabilities and its competitive advantage in navigating challenging surfaces.
• Broadcasting Zone: Showcases the stability and performance of MobED’s self-leveling feature and its capacity for specialized top-module integrations, such as camera equipment.

Hyundai Motor Group Robotics LAB will also provide purchase consultations for visitors at the booth. Customers who are unable to visit in person can also submit consultation requests or collaboration proposals through the Robotics LAB website (https://robotics.hyundai.com/unveiled-robots/mobile/mobedNew.do).

The launch of the MobED Alliance marks a pivotal moment in Hyundai Motor Group Robotics LAB’s strategy, accelerating its push to bring practical, commercial robotics solutions from the concept stage to the forefront o