WALDKIRCH, Germany, Jan 31, 2025 – SICK has announced the acquisition of the Dutch technology company Accerion. Accerion specializes in AI-based image processing with a focus on positioning technologies for mobile robots. Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) are primarily used in logistics and manufacturing. They improve efficiency by automating tasks in warehousing, intralogistics, manufacturing, and other industries. With the acquisition of Accerion, SICK will offer a complete solution portfolio of positioning solutions.
Innovation Hub for Software-Driven Localization
Accerion was founded in 2015 in the Netherlands and has established itself as a tech startup specializing in AI-based image processing for the positioning of autonomous mobile robots. With the software-driven positioning solution “Triton”, Accerion introduced the world’s first industrialized, infrastructure-free localization solution for floor structures based on camera technology for mobile robots. Since 2021, SICK has been partnering with Accerion to support industrial customers worldwide in the precise localization, positioning, and navigation of mobile robots.
Accerion Now Part of the SICK Group
With the acquisition, the entire product portfolio and the Accerion team with technology and sales experts, fully transitioned to SICK on January 16, 2025. The product development of the new SICK subsidiary “SICK Accerion B.V.“ will continue at the current location in Venlo, Netherlands.
SICK Expands Software Portfolio for Autonomous Mobile Robots
“We are very pleased to welcome the Accerion team to SICK and to further strengthen our software portfolio for autonomous mobile robots for the future,” says Dr. Niels Syassen, executive board member for Technology & Digitalization at SICK. “The market for sensor solutions for autonomous mobile robots offers enormous growth potential, as the demands on industrial companies for an efficient supply chain in terms of throughput, availability, flexibility, and safety are steadily increasing. To best support customers worldwide in their automation projects, we are further developing our own sensor solutions and investing in new technologies,” adds Dr. Niels Syassen.
Vincent Burg, CEO of Accerion, says: “With our dedicated team, we built Triton, a cutting-edge localization solution, entirely from the ground up. Today, Triton delivers high-performance localization for thousands of robots around the globe. Our close collaboration with SICK has shown how perfectly our products and cultures complement one another. We are thrilled to officially join the SICK family, where we can leverage this synergy to scale localization solutions worldwide.”
Autonomous Mobile Robots – a Global Growth Market
The global market for Autonomous Mobile Robots is valued at about four billion euros. With growth rates exceeding 15 percent, industries like intralogistics focused on efficiency are increasingly adopting these robots. Advanced sensors and software for navigation, localization, and positioning allow mobile robots to move accurately and safely in changing environments. When working near people, it is critical for autonomous robots to detect surroundings and human presence.
About Accerion
Accerion is a technology startup based in Venlo, Netherlands, established in 2015 by Willem-Jan Lamers. The company specializes in developing advanced, infrastructure-free positioning technology for mobile robots and automated guided vehicles (AGVs). Their innovative sensors provide sub-millimeter accuracy, enabling precise navigation in dynamic environments without external infrastructure. This technology is particularly beneficial in industries such as warehousing, manufacturing, and logistics, where automation and efficiency are paramount. As of 2025, Accerion operates in 13 countries, serving key customers across multiple markets.
About SICK
SICK AG, founded in 1946 by Dr. Erwin Sick, is a global provider of sensor-based solutions for industrial applications. Headquartered in Waldkirch, Germany, the company specializes in intelligent sensors and systems that improve automation across various sectors, including factory, logistics, and process automation. SICK’s product portfolio comprises of photoelectric sensors, safety light curtains, laser scanners, and identification solutions like barcode scanners and RFID readers. These technologies are integral to industries such as automotive, electronics, food and beverage, and packaging, where they ensure efficient process control, safety, and environmental protection. With nearly 60 subsidiaries and numerous agencies worldwide, SICK employs over 12,000 people and reported a group revenue of €2.3 billion in the 2023 fiscal year.
Source: SICK AG