Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- Pudu Robotics' PUDU D7 semi-humanoid robot has been named an Honoree in the Best in IFA Next & Emerging Technologies category of the IFA Innovation Awards, marking the machine's first European showcase at IFA 2026 in Berlin.
D7 combines dual-arm manipulation with 20 kg payload capacity for industrial use
The robot is built for industrial, warehouse, retail and hospitality settings, capable of handling materials, picking items from shelves, replenishing inventory and transporting goods between work areas. It carries a payload of up to 20 kg (44.1 pounds) and operates at heights up to 2 meters (6.6 feet), allowing it to work across varied storage systems.
Front- and rear-facing LiDAR enable navigation in human-populated spaces
PUDU D7 integrates a 360-degree perception system with tactile sensing for precise object handling alongside its dual-arm manipulation system. An autonomous battery-swapping feature lets the robot replace its own battery without human intervention, cutting downtime during extended operations.
Robot takes on hospitality roles including guest greeting and coffee service
In hotel and hospitality environments, D7 can function as a front-desk host, welcoming guests, preparing and serving coffee, and engaging visitors through interactive gestures such as waving and heart signs. In retail settings, it supports shelf replenishment and store organization by moving products between storage areas and display shelves.
Independent jury evaluated award entries on functionality and market value potential
The IFA Innovation Awards jury assessed submissions based on technology and functionality, innovation and originality, and potential to create tangible value for users and markets. The Honoree distinction places PUDU D7 among emerging technologies the jury identified as demonstrating new directions for robotics.
Live demonstrations at Pudu's IFA booth show robot performing interactive tasks
At the company's IFA booth, visitors can watch D7 perform live demonstrations combining movement, manipulation and human interaction, including object pickup and gesture-based engagement.
Award follows Pudu's push into embodied intelligent robotics beyond cleaning and delivery
The recognition extends Pudu Robotics' expansion from its established service delivery, commercial cleaning and industrial delivery lines into embodied intelligent robotics. D7 forms part of a broader portfolio strategy spanning specialized, semi-humanoid and humanoid robots built on the company's embodied navigation, manipulation and interaction capabilities.