Circus SE, a German technology company specializing in AI software and robotics for autonomous sustainment systems, announced it has received full regulatory certification to operate and import its autonomous robotic systems into the United Arab Emirates. The certification, issued under the Emirates Conformity Assessment Scheme (ECAS) by the UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, makes Circus the currently only certified provider of fully autonomous AI robotic sustainment systems in the region.
The ECAS certification, verified by TUV SUD and compliant with UAE RoHS standards, clears Circus to deploy and commercially scale its CA-1 Series 4 AI-robotic food production systems across the UAE. The first systems are planned to go live in Abu Dhabi this September, with Dubai to follow shortly after. This marks the company's first certified presence outside the European continent, where it already operates across multiple countries.
The UAE market represents a substantial commercial growth opportunity for Circus. Beyond large-scale infrastructure and commercial applications, the company is uniquely positioned to integrate directly into high-rise residential and office developments, offering a fully autonomous, on-site integrated food supply solution at scale. Nikolas Bullwinkel, CEO and Founder of Circus, stated, "The Gulf is one of the most dynamic and capital-rich markets in the world – with a density of high-rise residential towers, corporate campuses, and large-scale infrastructure that is almost purpose-built for what we have developed. We offer the first fully certified autonomous sustainment system in the region, and we intend to build on that lead aggressively."
The company is already working with contracted distribution partners in the region to build out a dominant local presence and sales pipeline, marking the UAE and entire Gulf region as one of its most significant growth regions outside Europe over the medium term. This development could have far-reaching implications for the region's food service industry, potentially reducing labor costs and increasing efficiency in food production. For businesses and residents in high-rise developments, it may mean more convenient and consistent access to freshly prepared meals. The certification also underscores the UAE's push to adopt advanced technologies, positioning it as a hub for AI and robotics innovation.
Circus SE (XETRA: CA1) is a German dual-use technology company developing proprietary AI models, autonomous robotic sustainment systems, and a central operating platform for civilian and defense applications. The company's mission is to build the infrastructure for autonomous food supply. More information is available at www.circus-group.com.
