Circus SE moves global HQ to Munich as robotics expansion accelerates

German AI robotics firm to base R&D, production and strategy in one of Europe’s top tech hubs

Circus SE, the autonomous robotics company, has announced the relocation of its global headquarters to Munich. The move marks a strategic shift in the company’s international operations and reflects its focus on scaling AI innovation, advanced robotics and pre-series production.

The company, which specialises in AI software and autonomous robots for the food service industry, said the new headquarters would serve as its core hub for research and development, engineering talent, and collaboration with leading academic institutions.

Founder and CEO Nikolas Bullwinkel said: “As OpenAI, NVIDIA and other global leaders invest in Munich and the global demand for intelligent automation surges, Munich has become one of the few places in the world where cutting-edge research meets world-class engineering talent.

“We’re building the future of robotics here – from our civilian food service automation to next-gen defence solutions – and Munich will be our long-term launchpad.”

Circus said the Bavarian capital would anchor its international activities going forward, giving the company full control over development and pre-series manufacturing of its CA-M autonomous robot platform, which it described as “military-grade”.

The decision builds on years of investment in the region’s robotics and mechanical engineering ecosystem and signals what the company calls a broader trend of global technology players choosing Munich to scale “high-impact innovation”.

Dr Arne Rost, a member of Circus’ advisory board and Managing Director of the Venture Lab Robotics/AI at the Technical University of Munich, added: “The ecosystem in Munich is continuously evolving into a global hotspot for robotics and AI. The city brings together academic excellence, entrepreneurial drive, and international deep-tech talent – and Circus is one of the most ambitious companies actively shaping this ecosystem.”

With serial production already underway and global deployments of its flagship CA-1 robotics system planned, Circus said it is now positioned to redefine how intelligent machines integrate into everyday life – with Munich as the foundation for that growth.

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