A robotics company based in Middlesbrough has secured angel investment to develop and deploy more of its autonomous delivery robots across the UK.
Nippybot says the funding will support additional machines, further development of its navigation technology and commercial partnerships. The amount raised and the identity of the investors have not been disclosed.
Moving from demonstration to daily use
The business develops compact robots intended to carry parcels, food and other goods over short, repeated journeys. It is targeting sites such as hospitals, universities, logistics facilities and business parks, where staff often spend time moving items between buildings.
Its system combines autonomous movement with remote human supervision so operators can intervene if a robot needs assistance. The company says its immediate focus is on testing reliability and usefulness in everyday working environments.
Founder and chief executive Samson Adewole said the company's priority is proving that its robots can solve genuine operational problems, rather than focusing only on how many it can produce.
Nippybot was incorporated in 2025 and is registered in Middlesbrough. It plans to continue developing its technology in Tees Valley while expanding opportunities elsewhere.
The investment brings another local name into a field that ranges from warehouses to public-facing delivery services, although the company has not announced specific new customer sites or a timetable for broader rollout.