Pudu Robotics Won Two ISSA Industry Awards
The PUDU BG1 Series secured international recognition for excellence in robotics at recent industry events.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Robotics
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Pudu Robotics received two major industry accolades for its PUDU BG1 Series at ISSA events in South Korea and Australia. The product was recognized with a Robotics Award and a People's Choice Award.
Why it matters
These awards validate the market reception of Pudu Robotics' AI-native cleaning solutions, which have seen significant commercial interest since their launch earlier this year.
The PUDU BG1 Series utilizes an AI-native design that integrates environmental perception and intelligent decision-making into a unified cleaning system. This technology enables the hardware to handle both wet and dry debris within a single automated workflow.
The players
Pudu Robotics
A robotics developer based in Shenzhen, China, that specializes in commercial cleaning and service automation.
The details
The PUDU BG1 Series uses advanced processing to manage varied cleaning tasks across indoor environments. Pudu Robotics, headquartered in Shenzhen, China, has now deployed over 130,000 units to more than 85 countries worldwide.
Timeline
Pudu Robotics ranked first in global commercial cleaning robot shipments in 2025.
The PUDU BG1 Series was officially launched in March 2026.
Pudu Robotics received two ISSA industry awards on October 13, 2026.
The Tech Race
The success of the PUDU BG1 Series marks a direct evolution from the performance of the PUDU MT1 robot, which previously won the same People's Choice Award. This trajectory highlights the intense competition among manufacturers to automate facility maintenance through AI integration.
The widespread deployment of these cleaning robots signifies a transition toward more efficient facility maintenance in public and commercial spaces. Users and facility managers can expect more consistent cleanliness standards as AI-native systems replace manual labor in these environments.
The takeaway
The adoption of AI-native hardware in the cleaning sector demonstrates the increasing feasibility of fully autonomous building management. Businesses looking to optimize maintenance workflows should monitor how these integrated systems perform across diverse operational environments.
Further reading
For more information on the latest advancements in autonomous machines, visit our Robotics section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Adnkronos.
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