Berkshire Grey
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Artificial intelligence, Robotics, Automation |
| Founded | 2013 |
| Founder | Tom Wagner |
| Headquarters | Bedford, Massachusetts , United States |
Key people | Matthew T. Mason (Chief Scientist) |
| Products | AI-powered robotic systems for picking, packing, sorting, and logistics automation |
Number of employees | Not specified |
Berkshire Grey, Inc. is a U.S.-based technology firm located in Bedford, Massachusetts, that focuses on delivering integrated artificial intelligence (AI) and robotic solutions tailored for e-commerce, retail restocking, and logistics sectors. The company’s technology automates processes such as picking, packing, and sorting.
Established in 2013 by Tom Wagner, who previously served as CTO at iRobot, the company’s leadership team features Chief Scientist Matthew T. Mason, former Director of the Robotics Institute at Carnegie Mellon University. The workforce includes professionals with experience from Uber, Kiva Systems, Tesla, and Carnegie Mellon University.
By the end of 2018, Berkshire Grey had begun offering AI-powered robotic systems to retailers and logistics providers, automating operational tasks that had not been mechanized before in commercial environments. In August 2019, the company secured $263 million in a Series B funding round led by SoftBank, significantly advancing its market presence and business expansion.
The firm received accolades such as ABB’s "Most Innovative Solutions" Award in 2019. By April 2020, its robotic technologies had handled millions of items within production settings. Key clients include Walmart, Target Corp., and FedEx.
In February 2021, Berkshire Grey revealed intentions to become publicly traded through a $2.7 billion SPAC merger with Revolution Acceleration Acquisition Corp. (RAAC), chaired by former U.S. Representative John Delaney. This strategic move is designed to strengthen its international footprint and financial results.
Holding over 300 patents related to technologies in picking, gripping, and image sensing—with 59 patents granted since 2018—the company utilizes contract manufacturing for component production while assembling final systems directly at customer sites. This approach aids clients in competing against Amazon’s automation capabilities.
In March 2021, Berkshire Grey collaborated with CEVA Logistics to implement robotic automation within CEVA’s Vancouver eCommerce center by deploying its Robotic Product Sortation and Identification system.