ABB to Spin Off Robotics Division as Standalone Company by 2026

ABB to Spin Off Robotics Division as Standalone Company by 2026

(IN BRIEF) ABB has announced its intention to spin off its Robotics division as an independent company, with a targeted listing in Q2 2026. The spin-off will be executed via a dividend in-kind, allowing shareholders to receive shares in the new company, tentatively called “ABB Robotics.” The decision aims to enhance strategic focus and value creation for both ABB and the newly listed entity. ABB Robotics, which generated $2.3 billion in revenue in 2024 and maintains a 12.1% operational EBITA margin, delivers intelligent automation solutions across industries. With more than 80% of its offerings AI or software-enabled, and manufacturing hubs in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, the division is positioned for growth. ABB’s Machine Automation unit will be integrated into its Process Automation segment from Q1 2026, enhancing technological synergies. The spin-off remains subject to shareholder approval at ABB’s 2026 AGM.

(PRESS RELEASE) ZURICH, 17-Apr-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — ABB has announced plans to spin off its Robotics division, positioning it as a standalone company set to be publicly listed in the second quarter of 2026. The spin-off is intended to be executed through a dividend in-kind to ABB shareholders, giving them direct ownership in the newly formed entity, tentatively named “ABB Robotics.”

This strategic move reflects ABB’s focus on long-term value creation and sharpening its core operations in electrification and automation. By separating the Robotics business, ABB believes both companies can benefit from clearer strategic direction, more focused capital allocation, and increased agility in their respective markets.

Peter Voser, Chairman of ABB, emphasized the Robotics division’s strength and market position: “ABB Robotics is a technology leader offering AI and software-enabled automation solutions to a wide array of sectors. The separation will unlock additional growth potential for both ABB and the new pure-play robotics company.”

Operating independently, ABB Robotics will continue to leverage its leading-edge portfolio—including autonomous mobile robots, AI, and advanced software platforms—to serve customers dealing with labor shortages, sustainability goals, and the need for adaptable, high-performing automation. Over 80% of the division’s offering is software or AI-enabled, underlining its alignment with digital transformation trends.

Morten Wierod, CEO of ABB, added: “ABB Robotics has shown consistent performance with double-digit margins and resilience throughout market cycles. With regional manufacturing hubs in Sweden, China, and the U.S., and a solid cash flow profile, the division is well-positioned to thrive as an independent, high-growth enterprise.”

With approximately 7,000 employees and $2.3 billion in 2024 revenues—representing around 7% of ABB Group revenues—the Robotics division delivered a solid Operational EBITA margin of 12.1%. The separation will also enable ABB to further integrate its Machine Automation division into the Process Automation business area starting Q1 2026, benefiting from complementary technologies in hybrid and discrete industries.

The planned spin-off remains subject to shareholder approval at ABB’s Annual General Meeting in 2026.

ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. By connecting its engineering and digitalization expertise, ABB helps industries run at high performance, while becoming more efficient, productive and sustainable so they outperform. At ABB, we call this ‘Engineered to Outrun’. The company has over 140 years of history and around 110,000 employees worldwide. ABB’s shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ABBN) and Nasdaq Stockholm (ABB). www.abb.com

Important notice about forward-looking information

This press release includes forward-looking information and statements as well as other statements concerning the planned spin-off of our robotics business. These statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about the factors that may affect our future performance, including the economic conditions of the regions and industries that are major markets for ABB. These expectations, estimates and projections are generally identifiable by statements containing words such as “believes”, ”foresees”, “expects”, “intends”, “plans”, or similar expressions. However, there are many risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond our control, that could impact the spin-off, including business risks associated with the volatile global economic environment and political conditions. Although ABB Ltd believes that its expectations reflected in any such forward looking statement are based upon reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that those expectations will be achieved.

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