In the Press
Rise in passengers, cargo, and new routes confirm YVR’s role as economic engine for B.C.
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) President and CEO Tamara Vrooman revealed how developing leading-edge technology, adopting alternative energy sources and leveraging the airport’s unique geographic location are advancing the airport’s position as a key partner in supporting the region’s future economic growth.
October 30, 2024 | YVR News
In the Press
A&K Robotics refocuses micromobility testing in select airports
Demand for mobility assistance in spaces such as airports is increasing as populations age and more people travel.
October 16, 2024 | The Robot Report
In the Press
Airport World Magazine Special Report: Passenger Facilitation
Easy come, easy go! Enhancing the passenger experience through new technology, facilities and services continues to be a key priority for the world’s airports. Joe Bates takes a closer look at some of the latest initiatives and awards.
September 19, 2024 | Airports Council International
News Release
A&K Robotics Forges Strategic Partnerships to Boost Innovation and Attract Investments in Canada
A&K Robotics, the autonomous micro mobility company, today announced strategic partnerships to drive regional innovation, inclusion and attract significant investments to boost widespread adoption of robotics in Canada. Collaborating with key stakeholders, industry leaders, and accessibility organizations.
September 10, 2024 | GlobeNewswire
In the Press
Partnership to Enhance Accessibility with Autonomous Mobility Pods
A&K Robotics has teamed up with the Rick Hansen Foundation to improve accessibility, leveraging the Cruz™️ autonomous robots for enhanced mobility in public environments.
August 20, 2024 | Unmanned Systems Technology
In the Press
Rick Hansen Foundation announces strategic partnership with A&K Robotics
Rick Hansen Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to removing barriers for people with disabilities, is partnering with A&K Robotics, an autonomous micromobility company. .
August 19, 2024 | The Robot Report
In the Press
Self-Driving Robot Pods to Improve Mobility, Accessibility for People with Disabilities
New partnership will see self-driving pods advance accessibility for all.
August 17, 2024 | IOT World Today
In the Press
Rick Hansen Foundation Partners with A&K Robotics
The Rick Hansen Foundation and A&K Robotics have formed a partnership to enhance accessibility through innovative self-driving technology.
August 15, 2024 | Trend Hunter
In the Press
Rick Hansen Foundation and A&K Robotics Partner to Advance Accessibility For All
Self-driving robotic pods will help enhance navigation for people with limited disabilities.
August 15, 2024 | Yahoo! Finance
In the Press
A&K Robotics launches mobility pods at Vancouver airport
A&K Robotics’ Cruz mobility pods are AMRs designed to help people with mobility challenges move through the airport. The pod uses an intelligent navigation system.
August 4, 2024 | Robotics 24/7
In the Press
YVR Pilots Self-Driving Robotic Pods
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) will pilot new self-driving robotic pods designed to accommodate passengers who may need assistance getting around the airport.
July 30, 2024 | Airport Experience News
In the Press
Accessibility trials at YVR with self-driving pods from A&K Robotics
Vancouver International Airport has begun a new pilot project aimed at increasing accessibility at the airport.
July 30, 2024 | World Aviation Festival
In the Press
Vancouver International Airport Trials Self-Driving Robotic Pods
YVR is trialling self-driving robotic pods, developed by A&K Robotics, to enhance accessibility and convenience throughout the airport.
July 29, 2024 | Airport Industry News
In the Press
A&K Robotics to test Cruz self-driving mobility pods at Vancouver airport
A&K Robotics’ autonomous mobility pods are all-electric and offer a new way for people with disabilities to navigate busy airports.
July 26, 2024 | The Robot Report
News
Self-driving robotic pods coming to YVR
The new technology, developed by Vancouver-based A&K Robotics, is designed to provide another option for passengers who may need assistance when travelling through the airport.
July 25, 2024 | YVR Airport News
In the Press
Self-driving pods to offer mobility autonomy at Vancouver International Airport
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is teaming up with a B.C. company to unveil a pilot program it says is the future of getting around an airport.
July 25, 2024 | Global News
In the Press
Robotic pods to enhance visitor accessibility at Vancouver International Airport
A&K Robotics’ Cruz mobility pods being tested at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
July 25, 2024 | Yahoo! Finance
In the Press
Vancouver airport launches self-driving mobility robots
People with mobility needs will soon have a new way to get around the Vancouver's international airport. As Lauren Stallone reports, YVR has introduced a new self-driving pod to assist travellers.
July 25, 2024 | CityNews
In the Press
New self-driving robotic travel pods coming to Vancouver International Airport
Air passengers in need of mobility and guidance assistance will eventually have access to new self-driving robotic travel pods within the terminal building of Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
July 25, 2024 | DailyHive
News Release
Robotic pods to enhance visitor accessibility at Vancouver International Airport through B.C.’s Integrated Marketplace
Through B.C.’s Integrated Marketplace delivered by Innovate BC, new self-driving robotic pods are being tested at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
July 25, 2024 | InnovateBC
In the Press
Partnership to transform urban mobility with eco-friendly autonomous solutions
Delta-Q Technologies, a supplier of battery charging solutions, and A&K Robotics, the autonomous micro-mobility company, announced a strategic partnership to advance sustainable urban mobility initiatives.
July 25, 2024 | EV Engineering + Infrastructure
In the Press
Delta-Q, A&K Robotics partner to advance urban mobility in B.C.
Delta-Q Technologies, a Burnaby, B.C.-based supplier of battery charging solutions, and A&K Robotics, a Vancouver-based autonomous micro mobility company, announced a strategic partnership to advance sustainable urban mobility initiatives across British Columbia.
July 18 2024 | Design Engineering
In the Press
Delta-Q Technologies and A&K Robotics Partner to Advance Sustainable Urban Mobility
Autonomous micro mobility is increasingly becoming a part of everyday life.
July 17, 2024 | North American CleanEnergy
In the Press
A&K Robotics picks Delta-Q as charger provider for autonomous mobility pods
A&K Robotics’ autonomous mobility pods are all-electric and offer a new way for people to navigate venues.
July 17, 2024 | The Robot Report
News
Delta-Q Technologies and A&K Robotics Partner to Advance Sustainable Urban Mobility
Collaboration showcases British Columbia’s tech innovation and drives economic and sustainability progress toward 2030 emissions targets.
July 17, 2024 | Delta-Q Technologies
In the Press
“Go Beyond Function”: An Innovator’s Guide To Building Great Technology
The INNOVATEwest interviews A&K Robotics COO & Co-Founder about building a truly impactful business.
June 13, 2024 | INNOVATEwest
In the Press
IP Insights: A&K Robotics Is Becoming A Major Player In Micro Mobility
Autonomous micro mobility is increasingly becoming a part of everyday life.
May 29, 2024 | NewVentures BC
Blog
Year In Review and A Look Ahead to 2024
A&K Robotics CEO & Co-Founder, Matthew Anderson reflects on a milestone year and what is next in 2024.
December 18, 2023 | A&K ROBOTICS
In the Press
'Human-like intelligence': A look at Vancouver's AI-powered robot workforce
A&K Robotics COO & Co-Founder, Jessica Yip, discusses the application of the company’s autonomous mobiltiy pods in airports.
October 24, 2023 | Vancouver is Awesome
In the Press
How airports can be the epicenter of the robot revolution
APEX discusses the growing use of robotics and A&K Robotics autonomous mobility pods from SXSW 2023.
March 16, 2023 | The Airline Passenger Experience Association
In the Press
Are Airports the Ideal Testbed for the Newest Technologies?
GovTech examines how automation, like A&K's mobility pods can improve the airport experience for customers and employees alike.
November 11, 2022 | Government Technology
In the Press
Major Airport Tests Autonomous Robots
Said to be the busiest airport in the world, the Hartfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta, Georgia sees over 8 million passengers travel through it on a monthly basis.
September 12, 2022 | Novus Light
In the Press
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Self-Driving Pods Boost Mobility
Simple Flying examines how A&K's mobility pods can help travelers reach their departure gates.
September 5, 2022 | Simple Flying
In the Press
Self-driving pods tested at Hartsfield-Jackson for mobility assistance
AJC looks into the potential of using A&K's autonomous mobility pods at the world's busiest airport.
August 31, 2022 | The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
In the Press
Self-Driving Robot Pods Tested at Atlanta Airport
IOT World discusses the use of A&K Robotics' autonomous mobility solution at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.
August 29, 2022 | IOT World Today
In the Press
Airports test self-driving passenger pods
The Robot Report interviews A&K Robotics founding COO, Jessica Yip, on their self-driving technology and real-world applications in airports and beyond.
August 26, 2022 | The Robot Report Podcast
In the Press
Autonomous micromobility company, A&K Robotics, is trialling its self-driving robot pods at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in collaboration with Southwest Airlines
Airport Industry News discusses A&K's recent pilot at ATL and how autonomous pods can help meet the growing demand for transport assistance.
August 26, 2022 | Airportindustry News
In the Press
Atlanta Airport and Southwest Airlines trial self-driving robot pods
Airport Technology overviews the A&K's lastest pilot testing with the Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport and Southwest Airlines.
August 26, 2022 | Airport Technology
News Release
Atlanta Airport and Southwest Airlines Test A&K Robotics’ Self-Driving Technology
A&K Robotics, the autonomous micro mobility company, today announced its self-driving robot pods are being tested at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) in collaboration with Southwest Airlines to help enhance the travel experience of passengers with reduced mobility (PRM).
August 25, 2022 | GlobeNewswire
In the Press
Provincial government invests $10M into 43 projects to drive innovation in BC manufacturing, supply chain sector
The province invests to drive innovation in BC manufacturing and supply chain sectors.
October 21, 2021 | vancouver tech journal
In the Press
Canada's new manufacturing era trades dusty factories for robotics, 3D printers
CTV News examines Canada's burgeoning advanced manufacturing industry and the use of automation and A&K Robotics' mobilie robotic platforms.
May 31, 2021 | CTV News
In the Press
Mobile Dexterous Robots: Robotic arms on mobile platforms create new capabilities for patient care, disinfection, cleaning, and beyond
A&K develops autonomous disinfection robotics leveraging Kinova’s robotic arms.
May 21, 2021 | IEEE Spectrum
In the Press
Send in the robots: By disinfecting public spaces, these cleaning machines are zapping deadly pathogens
The Toronto Star profiles A&K Robotics' autonomous solution deployed at the headquarters of Global Affairs Canada.
April 28, 2021 | The Toronto Star
In the Press
A&K Robotics Autonomous Disinfector Robot Selected for Funding by Advanced Manufacturing Supercluster (NGen)
NGen, the industry-led organization leading Canada’s Advanced Manufacturing Supercluster, co-invests in A&K Robotics-led project to produce mobile dextrous robots with Sanctuary AI to fight the spread of COVID-19.
July 6, 2020 | GlobeNewswire
In the Press
The Evolution of Robotics
A&K Robotics self-driving cleaning technology is profiled by ISSA, World's Leading Cleaning Publication.
June 18, 2019 | ISSA
In the Press
MassRobotics Demo Day
A&K showcases their latest Autonomous People Mover, alongside 23+ companies, selected by MassRobotics, world-leading robotics hub located in Boston.
April 30, 2019 | MassRobotics
In the Press
BC Business Magazine: Interview with Matthew Anderson
BC Business profiles A&K Robotics' founding CEO, Matthew Anderson on his entrepreneurial journey.
March 19, 2019 | BC Business Magazine
In the Press
Women and Non-Binary People in Canadian Tech Worth Following
Jessica Yip, COO of A&K Robotics Named Top 80 Women in Canadian Tech.
March 8, 2019 | Betakit
In the Press
How to Train Your Robot
UBC’s Building Operations staff shares their experience training A&K’s cleaning robots to help them complete some of their daily tasks.
February 28, 2019 | UBC Today
News
A&K Robotics Appoints Tom Ryden to Board of Advisors
A&K Robotics is pleased to announce the addition of Tom Ryden to our Board of Advisors.
February 22, 2019 | A&K Robotics
In the Press
CPABC Honours A&K Robotics CEO Matthew Anderson with Early Achievement Award
The Early Achievement Award recognizes CPAs who distinguish themselves early in their CPA career through professional achievement and volunteer service, with an emphasis on professional accomplishments.
February 18, 2019 | GlobeNewswire
In the Press
Next time you catch a flight you might be chauffeured to your gate by a self-driving vehicle, says Vancouver’s A&K Robotics
CEO & Co-Founder, Matthew Anderson, discusses A&K’s new platform to help move people.
October 31, 2018 | Georgia Straight
In the Press
UBC grads turn floor-cleaning machines into self-driving robots
Floor-cleaning robots just the start, says Vancouver-based robotics company founded by UBC alumni.
October 29, 2018 | Digital Journal
In the Press
New A.I. robots will clean campus floors by themselves
CTV News looks at UBC’s adoption of A&K’s self-driving cleaning robots across campus.
October 26, 2018 | CTV News
In the Press
UBC to unveil innovative floor-cleaning robot developed by former students
A&K Robotics worked closely with UBC Building Operations to develop the technology, which will now be used to clean the same floors the company’s founders once walked as students.
October 25, 2024 | UBC News
In the Press
Industry expert: Local startup guru John McPherson talks top businesses, tech trends, and more
A&K Robotics named best startup to watch by Vancouver Economic Commission.
October 3, 2018 | The Georgia Straight
In the Press
UBC Building Operations’ Robotic Floor Scrubber Pilot Comes to Successful Completion
UBC Building Operations pilots A&K Robotics autonomous floor-cleaning system.
June 12, 2018 | UBC Building Operations
In the Press
B.C.’s Most Influential Women 2018
Jessica Yip, COO & Co-Founder named Most Influential Women in Tech 2018.
March 20, 2018 | BC Business Magazine