Continental has introduced the NXS 300, a new autonomous mobile robot designed to automate the internal transport of small load containers without requiring infrastructural adjustments. Aimed at factories and warehouses adapting to leaner layouts and increasing product variants, the NXS 300 has been engineered to fit into tight spaces while improving logistics efficiency. It was first presented at LogiMAT 2025 and is scheduled for market availability in early 2026.
With a compact footprint of 1,100 × 405 × 1,025 mm and an omnidirectional drive system, the NXS 300 is capable of navigating narrow aisles and shared spaces with ease. The robot features a 360-degree sensor suite for obstacle detection, allowing it to function safely in environments with mixed traffic. Its lift platform, with a fork height of 110 mm, is compatible with over 80 percent of commonly used carts, enabling direct lifting and precise delivery of small load containers.
The NXS 300 is available in two configurations. The base version supports standard 400 × 600 mm SLCs on carts, while an extended version adds a 200 mm longer fork, accommodating 800 × 600 mm half-pallets. This design doubles the load capacity per trip, reducing the number of runs required and further improving throughput. The robot can reach speeds up to two metres per second, balancing performance with safety.
Key to the NXS 300’s appeal is its full integration with the VDA 5050 communication standard, allowing it to be incorporated into existing AMR fleets without needing proprietary modifications. Continental highlights this as a strategic choice to future-proof deployment and facilitate ease of scaling. Pilot programmes at company locations in Germany and Romania are already underway, with early feedback suggesting a return on investment in under two years, depending on the size and intensity of deployment.
Unlike traditional AGVs, which follow fixed paths and require dedicated infrastructure, the NXS 300’s adaptive configuration allows it to respond to dynamic production layouts. It merges AGV-like stability with AMR-level flexibility, making it suitable for facilities undergoing frequent layout changes or process updates. Continental has positioned this robot as a solution for logistics managers facing increasing cost pressures and production complexity.
Operational uptime is supported by a user-friendly human-machine interface, 24/7 technical support, and local maintenance teams. Predictive servicing features are embedded to reduce unscheduled downtime. Additionally, future variants of the NXS 300, such as a top-roller model with conveyor compatibility, are already under development to expand the scope of use across different automation layers.
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