JLG takes stake in AI and robotics specialist

JLG’s parent company Oshkosh Corporation has made an equity investment in autonomous robotics and AI solutions specialist Nextera Robotics.

“Our investment in Nextera is a confirmation of our belief in their technology, and our partnership will help Nextera accelerate its mission to connect the construction job site,” says Mahesh Narang, executive vice president, Oshkosh Corporation, and president of JLG, Oshkosh’s Access segment.

Nextera develops autonomous technologies that create updated digital maps of active construction sites using visual AI and autonomous robotics. These digital representations provide project teams with timely insights into project progress, quality and safety, helping identify issues earlier and improve decision-making throughout the construction process.

“Nextera has developed unique technology across visual image recognition using AI, Bluetooth mesh technology and use cases for jobsite autonomy,” said Shashank Bhatia, chief technology officer, Oshkosh Access segment. “We will explore using these technologies in future JLG products to advance our strategy of developing products for the job site of the future.”

As part of the relationship, JLG will support Nextera’s commercialisation efforts through customer engagement, field validation and application expertise. In turn, Nextera’s technology platform complements JLG’s technology roadmap and can expand how connected equipment creates value on the job site.