# Agile Robots closes acquisition of thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering

Agile Robots has completed the acquisition of assets of thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering in Europe and North America. The acquired business will continue as Krause Automation, strengthening Agile Robots' position in AI-powered automation solutions.

- Type: Acquisition
- Announced: 2026-04-01
- Where: Germany
- Status: completed
- Products: AI-powered robotic solutions, automated production systems
- Sectors: [Automation and Robotics](https://endata.com/sectors/automation-robotics.md)

## Companies

- [Agile Robots](https://endata.com/companies/17520.md) (acquirer)
- [thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering](https://endata.com/companies/79332.md) (target)
- [Krause Automation](https://endata.com/companies/91466.md) (target)

## Sources

- [agile-robots.com](https://www.agile-robots.com/en/news/detail/agile-robots-closes-acquisition-of-thyssenkrupp-automation-engineering/), 2026-04-01: "The acquisition reflects our ambition to harness the full potential of Physical AI for global industries."
- [manufacturingdive.com](https://www.manufacturingdive.com/news/agile-robots-new-sectors-acquisition-thyssenkrupp-automation-engineering/817200/), 2026-04-10: "The deal allows the startup to expand its market reach into North America and enhances its overall physical AI strategy."
- [automationworld.com](https://www.automationworld.com/factory/robotics/news/55370824/agile-robots-acquires-europe-and-north-american-assets-of-thyssenkrupp-automation-engineering), 2026-04-20: "The acquisition reflects our ambition to harness the full potential of physical AI for global industries."

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