The Duferco Group is a Strategic Industrial Partner of Generative Bionics, the startup founded by the Italian Institute of Technology (IIT) that develops humanoid robots and has closed a €70 million funding round, one of the most significant in Europe in the field of deep tech related to humanoid robotics.
The operation is led by CDP Venture Capital’s Artificial Intelligence Fund, with the participation of AMD Ventures, Duferco, Eni Next, RoboIT, and Tether.
Generative Bionics aims to bring to market a new generation of intelligent humanoid robots “made in Italy,” designed with particular attention to design and integration with people, to operate in industrial contexts and in sectors such as healthcare and retail. Applications include repetitive, high-risk, or operationally intensive activities.
The capital raised will accelerate product development, training of Physical AI systems—the fusion of robotics and artificial intelligence—as well as industrial validation and the construction of the first production facility. The company is also finalizing its first contracts with companies in the industrial manufacturing sector, which will be announced in early 2026, marking the entry of humanoids into real production environments.
“Our mission is to build a future where intelligent humanoid robots collaborate daily with people, amplifying the cognitive and physical potential of human beings,” says Daniele Pucci, CEO and co-founder of Generative Bionics: the complete version of the first humanoid will be previewed internationally at CES in Las Vegas.
Through our involvement, we want to reaffirm our commitment to continuing to invest in new technologies and innovative services that support the competitiveness of regions and businesses.