Israel is home to over 170 robotics tech companies (see robotics deal-flow list), leading advancements in sectors such as industrial technologies, agri-food tech, health tech, and aerospace & defense. From 2019 to 2023, these companies have attracted investments equal to 5% of the total investments in US robotics companies during the same period.
The Israeli robotics sector has seen notable growth and diversification across multiple fields. Key trends include the integration of robotics with Industry 4.0 technologies, advancements in health tech robotics, and innovative solutions in agri-food tech.
Robotics is playing a critical role in transforming manufacturing into smart, connected systems. Companies like RGo Robotics are developing AI perception technology for mobile robots, enhancing the efficiency and flexibility of automated systems.
Innovations in health tech include advanced robotic companions for eldercare and micro-robotics for minimally invasive medical procedures. For instance, Intuition Robotics has raised $78 million to develop AI-driven robots that assist older adults with daily tasks and companionship, significantly improving their quality of life.
Israel’s unique application of robotics in agriculture is exemplified by companies like Beewise, which has developed robotic beehives to automate beekeeping operations. This innovation addresses critical challenges in pollination and honey production, ensuring sustainability and increasing yields.
Focused on eldercare, their AI-driven robotic companions like ElliQ assist with daily tasks and provide companionship, addressing critical needs in senior care.
Specializes in wearable robotic exoskeletons that help individuals with spinal cord injuries walk again. This technology has made significant impacts in rehabilitation and mobility.
Develops autonomous drone systems for precise maneuvers in complex environments, mainly used in defense applications to enhance mission capabilities and safety.
RGo Robotics is the developer of an artificial perception technology that enables mobile robots to understand complex surroundings and operate autonomously just like humans.
The following charts illustrate the significant trends and growth areas in Israeli robotics.
This chart details the sectoral distribution of Israeli robotics companies, highlighting the diversity in industrial technologies (33%), agri-food tech (23%), and health tech (19%).
This chart compares the growth of robotics tech companies to the broader tech sector from 2017 to 2023.
The number of active robotics companies increased by 26%, outpacing the 7% growth in the overall tech sector.
The private investments chart shows an interesting trend: the convergence of investments in robotics in three main sectors—health tech, industrial technologies, and agri-food tech. The share of these three sectors of all robotics investments has risen from 38% in 2018 to 82% in 2022 and 100% in 2023-2024.
Additionally, the chart highlights the significance of healthcare in the total funding. Unlike other domains, healthcare did not experience a significant ballooning in 2021, nor did it see a notable decline in 2022, demonstrating resilience.
Private investment in robotics in Israel has predominantly focused on early and mid-rounds. Early rounds made up 42% of total funding in 2018, showing strong initial interest in startups. Mid-round investments peaked at 56% in 2019, reflecting confidence in maturing companies. By 2022 and 2023, early and mid-stage investments remained dominant, underscoring investors’ long-term faith in the potential of the robotics industry. This sustained focus highlights a robust pipeline of innovative technologies and companies driving advancements in Israeli robotics.
This table highlights the top-funded robotics companies in Israel (See Robotics Top-Funded Watchlist), showcasing significant private funding rounds. Leading companies include Fabric, Inuitive, and Momentis Surgical.
This table showcases significant exits in Israel’s robotics tech sector, highlighting mergers, acquisitions, and IPOs. Notable exits include Equashield and OrthoSpin.
Israeli startups in robotics are making substantial strides across various sectors, driven by continuous innovation and strategic investments. With advancements in industrial, health, and agricultural technologies, they are poised to significantly impact the global tech landscape.