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One Year of Transformative AMR Operations at Chery's Dalian Plant

ForwardX Robotics recently celebrated a remarkable milestone: the successful completion of one year of implementing autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) in the Chery automobile manufacturing plant located in Dalian, China. This major achievement underscores the effectiveness of these robotic systems in supporting vast internal logistics processes within one of the world’s largest automotive production facilities.

A Revolutionary Change in Automobile Manufacturing

Since the launch of the AMR system, over 435 robots have been deployed throughout the plant. Today, more than 270 of these robots are actively operational in sectors like welding and final assembly, proving their value in a fast-paced production environment that yields between 800 and 1,000 vehicles daily. As automobile manufacturing depends critically on a continuous supply of materials, the need for effective internal logistics is paramount. AMRs have been instrumental in orchestrating the seamless transport of thousands of components across various workshops, ensuring smooth assembly line operations.

In the welding shop, for example, 121 robots handle the automated delivery of parts essential for body assembly. Meanwhile, in the final assembly area, 150 AMRs facilitate the transportation and distribution of components to various production stations. The system now ensures a consistent supply of 32 different parts, catering to over 50% of material requirements in the welding shop, and handles 95 parts, fulfilling nearly 80% of the needs in final assembly.

Enhancing Efficiency and Reducing Labor Costs

The introduction of these agile robotic systems has allowed for a significant reduction in manual material handling, thereby enhancing the overall logistics efficiency and supporting leaner production processes. With continuous optimization efforts underway, it is anticipated that this AMR platform will further streamline internal transport operations while reallocating workforce resources toward higher-value tasks.

ForwardX employs a fourth-generation AMR platform that merges image-based navigation with intelligent fleet management, enabling these robots to navigate complex factory environments while dynamically coordinating transport tasks across multiple workstations. As Nicolas Chee, founder and CEO of ForwardX Robotics, stated, “Large-scale automation in automobile manufacturing necessitates long-term operational reliability. This deployment has demonstrated how autonomous mobile robots can support stable material flows in complex manufacturing settings.”

Looking Toward the Future

As ForwardX continues to advance its solutions, the success within Chery's Dalian plant exemplifies how large-scale AMR implementations enhance operational stability in high-output production settings. Having executed over 500 projects globally, ForwardX is positioned as a leading provider of image-based autonomous intralogistics, offering industry-level automation for complex environments.

At the upcoming LogiMat 2026, ForwardX is set to showcase innovative developments and their vision for the future of automotive logistics at Booth 8C11 in Hall 8. The ability of autonomous systems to work alongside human workers and vehicles stands as a testament to the company’s commitment to integrating cutting-edge technology into everyday operations.

In a landscape where the need for efficiency, safety, and reliability is paramount, ForwardX Robotics is paving the way for the automotive industry, solidifying its role as a pivotal player in the evolution of intralogistics.