SIASUN(SZ:300024)2025-09-29 02:06Summary of CIIF Trip Takeaways: Intelligent/Humanoid Robots Industry Overview - The report focuses on the intelligent and humanoid robotics industry in China, highlighting rapid commercialization and penetration of intelligent robots, while humanoid robots are still addressing product development challenges [1][2]. Key Insights 1. Increased Participation at CIIF: The CIIF event saw a significant rise in participation, with over 450 supply chain companies attending, compared to 350 in 2024. A dedicated humanoid value chain zone featured 30 integrators and component suppliers [2][3]. 2. Shift in Robot Focus: Intelligent robots, particularly collaborative robots (cobots), showcased improved speed, precision, and payload capabilities, leading to strong adoption growth. Cobot shipments surged 47% YoY in the first half of 2025, outpacing the industry's 16% YoY growth [3][13]. 3. Composite Robots: Composite robots, which combine mobility and manipulation, are emerging as key solutions for various applications, significantly improving automation and reducing labor costs [14][20]. 4. Humanoid Robots Development: Humanoid robots are still in the early stages of integration into workflows, with clearer pain points and solutions emerging. However, real integration into manufacturing processes is expected to take time [4][10]. 5. Supply Chain Expansion: The number of component suppliers is rapidly increasing, with larger companies launching standard products. Leading players like Inovance and Schaeffler are expected to emerge in the next few years [5][24]. Additional Observations - Corporate Collaboration: There is a trend towards collaboration beyond vertical supply chains, with expectations for partnerships among robot integrators [3]. - Technological Innovations: Companies are exploring new materials and structures, but verification of new technologies will take time. For instance, Inovance is addressing joint heating issues through design and algorithm optimization [23]. - Future Industry Outlook: The industry is transitioning from showcasing new models to real adoption, with ToB orders totaling close to Rmb1bn (US$140mn). However, integration with industrial workflows will require time due to efficiency and ROI considerations [20]. Conclusion The intelligent and humanoid robotics industry in China is experiencing rapid growth and innovation, with significant advancements in technology and supply chain dynamics. While humanoid robots are still developing, the overall trend indicates a positive outlook for the industry as it moves towards greater integration and adoption in various sectors [1][10][20].