AW 2026 opens as showcase of AI-native manufacturing innovation

By Han Jun-gu Posted : March 4, 2026, 17:47 Updated : March 4, 2026, 17:47
Models pose for a photo with Hyundai Glovis' ATLAS at AW 2026 at COEX in Gangnam, Seoul, March 4, 2026. Yonhap

SEOUL, March 04 (AJP) - The present and future of manufacturing innovation led by autonomous manufacturing and physical AI gathered in one place. AW 2026 (Smart Factory & Automation World) opened at COEX in Samseong-dong, Seoul, on March 4, presenting the largest-ever exhibition with 453 companies from 24 countries and 2,300 booths.

From humanoid robots and smart logistics to AI factory special pavilions, the event showcasing a convergence of intelligent automation technologies is drawing attention as a practical stage for the industrial field declaring a shift to "AI-native manufacturing."

This year's exhibition features major Korean robotics and logistics companies including Hyundai Motor Group Robotics LAB, Hyundai Glovis, Hyundai Movex, Robotis, Eugene Robot, and Wonik Robotics.

The exhibition runs through March 6.
 
Hyundai Motor Group Robotics LAB's MobED Basic model is demonstrated at AW 2026 at COEX in Gangnam, Seoul, March 4, 2026. Yonhap
 
Hyundai Glovis demonstrates a logistics automation environment at AW 2026 at COEX in Gangnam, Seoul, March 4, 2026. Yonhap
 
The 2026 Smart Factory & Automation World (AW 2026) exhibition takes place at COEX in Gangnam, Seoul, March 4, 2026. Yonhap
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