GHENT, Belgium — Robovision, a European leader in enterprise-grade computer vision AI, has officially launched its U.S. headquarters in Sunrise, Florida, marking a major step in the company’s global expansion. This move positions Robovision to capitalize on the rapidly growing North American computer vision market, valued at $5.3 billion in 2023.

Founded in Ghent, Belgium, in 2013, Robovision has gained recognition for its cutting-edge AI platform, which empowers industries such as manufacturing, agriculture, semiconductors, and recycling to automate quality control and optimize operations. With over 1,000 deployments spanning six continents, the company’s expertise in vision AI has revolutionized processes from crop analysis to semiconductor defect detection.

Leveraging European Expertise in AI

While Silicon Valley dominates AI headlines, Robovision’s European origins have given it a unique edge, driven by stringent manufacturing standards and a focus on precision automation. Initially, the company pioneered AI applications in agriculture, helping farmers analyze crop health, and later expanded to advanced manufacturing sectors. Today, its AI solutions enhance safety and efficiency by detecting workplace risks, predicting equipment failures, and identifying defects in semiconductor manufacturing with sub-3-nanometer precision.

Entering the U.S. Market

Robovision CEO Thomas Van den Driessche highlighted the significance of this expansion:
“The U.S. market offers an unparalleled opportunity to bring our proven vision AI expertise to enterprises seeking cutting-edge automation solutions. With increasing demand across industries, we are excited to support North American businesses in unlocking the full potential of vision AI.”

The new U.S. headquarters will enhance Robovision’s ability to serve its clients across the Americas. Kevin McCarthy, VP of Americas, has already assembled a skilled team across California, Florida, and Canada to drive regional sales and support efforts.

McCarthy added:
“Our Florida location balances time zone alignment with Europe and strategic access to the Americas. This expansion allows us to better serve clients, deploy AI solutions faster, and grow our talented U.S. team.”

Bolstering Expansion with Fresh Funding

In March 2024, Robovision completed a $42 million Series A funding round led by Target Global, Astanor Ventures, and Red River West. This funding will fuel the company’s growth in the U.S. and Asia-Pacific regions while advancing its mission to democratize AI for businesses.

Transforming Industries with AI

Robovision’s proprietary AI platform simplifies AI lifecycle management, allowing users of any technical skill level to train and deploy models. The platform’s applications span industries, offering transformative solutions such as:

• Quality Control: Inspecting semiconductors at sub-3 nanometer precision.
• Automation: Optimizing agricultural processes, including tulip bulb recognition, supporting 60% of global tulip production.
• Defect Detection: Identifying anomalies in natural materials like wood flooring at high speeds.

Robovision has redefined how industries approach complex automation challenges by enabling professionals—from engineers to farmers—to build AI solutions tailored to their needs.

A Bright Future in Vision AI

With the global computer vision market projected to reach $48.6 billion by 2025, Robovision is well-positioned to lead the way. Its innovative technology, combined with the new U.S. headquarters, reinforces the company’s commitment to driving efficiency, sustainability, and growth across industries worldwide.