Cognibotics Selected for €6.5 Million in EIC Accelerator Funding

Cognibotics, the Swedish deep-tech robotics company, has been selected for €6.5 million in blended finance from the European Innovation Council (EIC) Accelerator under the Horizon Europe programme. The funding includes a €2.5 million grant and €4 million in equity financing.

Lund, Sweden — June 18, 2026

A new robot class for scalable automation

The funding will support the next stage of development and industrialisation of HKM1800, Cognibotics’ robot platform for logistics and manufacturing. The breakthrough combines a new hybrid kinematic design with advanced motion control, making it possible to deliver delta-class speed with a 10 times larger workspace, while using around one-third less energy than traditional robots. Together with software for model-based motion control and powerful programming, HKM1800 is designed to reduce engineering effort, speed up commissioning, and make advanced automation easier to scale.

This makes HKM1800 a new class of industrial robot, offering quick installation and more than 2,000 picks per hour across a 10 square meter workspace, breaking the traditional speed–reach trade-off.

Fredrik Malmgren, CEO of Cognibotics, says:
“This is an important validation of both our technology and our direction as a company. The project is not only about bringing HKM1800 to market, but also about advancing the software and automation approach behind it. Together, this gives us a strong platform for scaling in logistics and manufacturing.”

Cognibotics was also highlighted by the EIC as one of only five example companies in its official announcement of the latest funding round, and would like to acknowledge GAEU Consulting for its valuable support throughout the EIC Accelerator application process.

As part of the application process, Cognibotics also produced a pitch video presenting the company’s vision, the HKM1800 platform, and the software approach behind the project. https://youtu.be/fXcBMqfEJyk

The project addresses the growing demand for more scalable automation in Europe, driven by labour shortages, rising throughput requirements, and the need for more energy-efficient industrial systems.

About the EIC Accelerator

The EIC Accelerator is one of the world’s most competitive funding programmes for breakthrough innovations, supporting start-ups and small businesses with grants of up to €2.5 million and equity investments between €1 million and €10 million from the EIC Fund. In the June 2026 round, 38 companies were selected from 87 that reached the interview stage, with total proposed grant funding of €90 million across the cohort.

About GAEU Consulting

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Collaboration with GAEU Consulting: The successful EIC Accelerator award for Cognibotics is the result of a truly collaborative effort between the Cognibotics and GAEU Consulting teams. Throughout the process, we shared a common goal, maintained open and effective communication, and worked together to overcome every challenge along the way. The strong commitment, responsiveness, and expertise demonstrated by both teams created a smooth and highly productive partnership. This achievement highlights what can be accomplished when innovation is combined with trust, dedication, and a shared vision.