Shanghai Aims for 8,000 Humanoid Robots in Factories by 2028

On October 12, at the opening of the 26th China International Industry Fair, Shanghai launched an initiative to accelerate next-generation smart manufacturing. The action plan comprises four major projects and 19 key tasks. By 2028, the city aims to deploy 8,000 humanoid robots in factories, achieve an industrial robot density of 600 per 10,000 workers, and grow the AI-empowered smart manufacturing equipment industry to over 200 billion yuan. This move positions Shanghai as a leader in the global race to integrate AI and robotics into manufacturing. The initiative aims to boost productivity and maintain competitiveness in the evolving industrial landscape. The fair highlighted these ambitious goals, which reflect Shanghai's determination to lead in intelligent manufacturing.