Hexagon has named Arnaud Robert as president of this new Robotics division.
Hexagon is launching a new Robotics division, focusing on measurement technologies, AI, and autonomous systems to support advancements in humanoid robotics and automation.
Advancements in AI, simulation, and reinforcement learning are enhancing robotic systems, enabling greater autonomy and the ability to operate in complex environments. With expertise in measurement technology and sensors, Hexagon provides spatial intelligence and digital twins to support robotic systems in learning, interacting with their surroundings, and making informed decisions.
Hexagon’s Robotics division will focus on industrial applications. With experience in manufacturing, automotive, aviation, energy, warehousing, and logistics, Hexagon is well-equipped to meet the increasing demand for versatile robots.
To lead this new division, Hexagon has appointed Arnaud Robert as president of Hexagon’s Robotics division. A global strategic leader with 25 years of experience and a deep background in AI, Arnaud has successfully led business transformations across six industries, launched global products, and scaled several businesses from inception to becoming significant profit centres. He has a PhD in computer science from the Swiss Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL). Arnaud holds over a dozen patents and has received multiple industry awards.
As president, Arnaud will lead the R&D, product, commercial, operations, partnerships, and support functions and drive the next phase of Hexagon’s robotics innovation. Arnaud will report to Norbert Hanke, interim president and CEO, and will be a member of the executive management team.
For more information, visit hexagon.com.
