US robotics and AI pioneer opens research base in Scotland

Scottish Enterprise has supported Los Angeles-based Launchpad Build Inc to open a global research and development hub in this country.

The new R&D hub will drive the development of Launchpad’s proprietary advanced robotics technology, Digitool, which aims to transform global manufacturing by reducing production costs and time to market.

Adrian Gillespie, chief executive of Scottish Enterprise, said:
“We are delighted to welcome Launchpad to Scotland. The fact that such an innovative company chose Edinburgh for its global R&D hub is a ringing endorsement of Scotland’s robotics and AI talent, our supportive business environment and world-class universities. We look forward to working with the Launchpad team to support their continued growth here.”