GMR Group Launches Robotics CoE for Airports at Hyderabad - News

GMR Group, a global infrastructure company, recently expanded its innovation business vertical GMR Innovex by launching the Robotics Centre of Excellence (CoE), which will serve as a focus for robotics innovation, research and development, and collaboration. It will identify and incubate robotics startups, as well as co-develop breakthrough robotic products for the airport and aviation ecosystem. The new robotic COE will drive innovation and offer required infrastructure, such as a specially designed robotic lab for robotic startups, as well as drive thought leadership and engagement with industry partners, use knowledge, and invest in potential startups.
The State Government has taken several initiatives to develop the thriving robotics technology by providing a platform for startups, industry players, and other potential entities working in the robotics and automation space, according to Jayesh Ranjan (IAS), Principal Secretary, (I & C) & (IT) Dept, Government of Telangana, who participated in the launch. 
In this regard, SGK Kishore, Executive Director (South) and Chief Innovation Officer - GMR Airports, GMR Group, stated that as the airport and aviation eco-system grows, the Robotics COE will transform the industry with cutting-edge technology and solutions that improve efficiency, safety, and sustainability.