Gecko Robotics, a billion-dollar AI company specializing in robotic infrastructure inspection systems, has opened a new office on Park Avenue South in Midtown Manhattan. The expansion represents the Pittsburgh-based startup’s continued growth as it scales its AI-powered platform for critical infrastructure monitoring across industries like energy, manufacturing, and defense.
What you should know: Gecko Robotics develops robotic systems combined with an AI platform designed to help organizations build, operate, and inspect critical infrastructure more efficiently.
Why this matters: The Manhattan location positions Gecko Robotics closer to major financial and corporate clients who rely on critical infrastructure monitoring, while providing access to New York’s deep talent pool in AI and robotics.
The big picture: As a billion-dollar valuation company, Gecko’s geographic expansion signals confidence in the growing market demand for AI-powered infrastructure inspection solutions.
- The company’s robotic systems can access hard-to-reach areas of industrial facilities, power plants, and other critical infrastructure to identify potential issues before they become costly failures.
- CEO Jake Loosararian discussed the new venture during an interview on “The Rush Hour” program, highlighting the strategic importance of the New York presence.
Key details: The new office is located on Park Avenue South in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, placing Gecko Robotics in one of the world’s most prominent business districts.
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