Neura Robotics has partnered with RWTH Aachen University to establish a new Neura Gym in Germany, part of its expanding global network of Physical AI training centers. The facility, Neura Gym RWTH Aachen, is set to open by end of 2026 at the university's Hightech Campus Melaten. It will be part of a worldwide network of purpose-built centers where robots are trained using real-world environments and simulation to generate data for AI development.
Key takeaways
- Ten Neura Gyms are under development, with five expected operational across Europe, the US, and China by end of 2026.
- The Aachen facility will cover approximately 3,000 square meters, supporting research, AI training, and industrial validation of intelligent and humanoid robots.
- Around 20 university institutes will participate, focusing on manufacturing, automotive, circular economy, and medical technology applications.
- Data collected will feed into Neura's cloud-based Neuraverse platform, enabling robots to learn new skills and allowing industrial partners to validate applications before full-scale deployment.
David Reger, founder and CEO of Neura Robotics, emphasized that the biggest bottleneck in physical AI is experience, not intelligence. The Gyms transform company expertise into deployable robot skills while partners retain full control of their data. Professor Dr Ulrich Rüdiger, rector of RWTH Aachen, highlighted the collaboration's role in creating unique infrastructure for skilled professionals and securing Germany's leading position in global AI competition. The new site joins the TUM RoboGym at Munich Airport, developed with the Technical University of Munich, also expected to open in Q4 2026.
Source: Robotics & Automation News (roboticsandautomationnews.com) · Published 2026-07-29 · “Neura Robotics expands global physical AI training network in partnership with RWTH Aachen University”