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OTTO Takes Home the 2025 IERA Award — A Milestone Moment for Autonomous Robotics

IFRA Award Winner Ceremony

If you’ve been following the rapid rise of robotics and factory automation, you’ll appreciate this news over your morning coffee: OTTO by Rockwell Automation has officially won the 2025 IERA Award, one of the most respected honors in robotics and automation innovation.

The International Federation of Robotics (IFR) and the IEEE Robotics and Automation Society selected OTTO for a very good reason — it’s the first autonomous mobile robot (AMR) capable of moving heavy loads at scale while managing fleets of 100+ robots in live factory environments. That’s not just innovation… that’s industrial evolution in real time.

Why OTTO Stands Out

OTTO’s AMRs automate repetitive, hazardous material-handling tasks, transporting pallets and supplies across busy factory floors with zero direct human control. Using advanced navigation and smart, safety-focused design, these bots move confidently through dynamic environments.

What really sets OTTO apart is the fleet-management intelligence behind it — analyzing performance, syncing with factory systems, predicting workflow bottlenecks, and enabling remote oversight. A perfect blend of AI, hardware, and enterprise integration.

Quote from the Jury

“The winning robot, OTTO, marks a world-changing milestone in the development of autonomous mobile robots,” said Susanne Bieller, IERA Awards Chair and IFR General Secretary.

Response from Rockwell Automation

“We are deeply honored to receive the distinguished IERA award,” said Ryan Gariepy, VP of Robotics at Rockwell Automation. “The prize encourages us to keep pushing the boundaries in robotics innovation.”

The Bigger Picture: Logistics Is Booming

The robotics sector isn’t slowing down. IFR’s latest report shows that transportation and logistics accounted for 52% of all service-robot installations in 2024, with double-digit growth year-over-year. Efficiency, accuracy, and safety are driving demand.

Meet the Other Finalists

The 2025 finalists demonstrate just how wide-ranging robotics innovation has become:

  • Aldakin — Robotic machining head reducing hazardous dust exposure.
  • Fourier Rehab — ExoMotus M4 rehabilitation exoskeleton for restoring mobility.
  • Youibot — MAIC‑X dual‑arm humanoid inspection robot.
Watch the AMR Dream Team (Europe)

YouTube Link: The AMR Dream Team (Europe)

How This Connects to Your Business

Automation is no longer reserved for megafactories. Small and medium‑sized businesses are now adopting robotics, AI workflows, automation tools, and integrated digital systems at record speed.

This is where companies like TNT Nerds help bridge the gap — from automation consulting to AI-enhanced logistics dashboards, workflow systems, robotics integration, website tools, and smart business management platforms. Technology like OTTO shows the direction the world is moving, and TNT Nerds helps businesses stay two steps ahead.

About the IERA Award

Founded in 2005 by the IEEE Robotics and Automation Society and the IFR, the IERA Award celebrates ground‑breaking robotics technologies that successfully leap from concept to real-world deployment. The next award program will be showcased at ICRA 2026 in Vienna.

Official Source & Downloads

Original Source:
IFR Official Release

High‑Resolution Images:
Winner Photo
Finalists Group Photo

OTTO’s Big Win: The Robot That Just Redefined Industrial Automation in 2025

  • Industrial Automation, Robotics Innovation, Technology News
Rockwell Automation’s OTTO has officially taken home the prestigious 2025 IERA Award — and not just for being another autonomous robot. This AMR is the first of its kind to move massive loads while managing fleets of over 100 robots in real factory conditions, marking a breakthrough moment for automation. From advanced navigation to AI‑powered fleet software, OTTO showcases where logistics and robotics are headed. And as businesses of every size begin adopting automation, innovations like this highlight why smart tech partners — including teams like TNT Nerds — are becoming more essential than ever.
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