Amazon has announced the development of a new version of its autonomous robot, “Proteus,” which is able to receive instructions in natural language from workers inside distribution centers and carry out tasks independently across various areas of warehouse facilities.
The robot was revealed during the “Delivering the Future” event held by the company in London, where it also announced an investment plan exceeding 10 billion euros to modernize and expand its logistics network in Europe using robotics and automation technologies.
According to the company, the new version of “Proteus” is no longer limited to loading dock tasks, but is now able to move within entire distribution facilities, transport heavy goods, and respond to workers’ written directions in a normal conversational style without the need for complex programming commands.
Amazon explained that the worker can simply write the required task, so that the robot can analyze it, determine its priority, choose the appropriate path, and carry it out independently, in a step that reflects an advanced integration between robots and artificial intelligence within warehouses.
The robot is currently being tested at the company’s research and development facilities, with plans to begin deploying it in European distribution centers during the first half of 2027.
Amazon’s broader strategy includes developing other robotic systems, such as “Vulcan,” which is designated for precise tasks, and the “STARK” system, which transports storage units within warehouses, as part of a drive to enhance automation and reduce repetitive manual work.
The company also announced plans to create 25,000 new jobs in Europe, along with a billion-dollar investment in vocational training programs by 2030, as part of integrating technological expansion with developing workforce skills.
Amazon confirmed that these developments come within a broader vision to integrate robots, artificial intelligence, and logistics infrastructure to enhance the efficiency of its operations globally.
