FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Pune, India – June 12, 2025 – ARAPLRaaS Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of Affordable Robotic and Automation Limited (ARAPL) (BSE: 541402), and leader in autonomous material handling and robotics solutions, is proud to announce that it will henceforth operate under the brand name Humro.
Humro—a blend of Human + Robot, embodies the company’s philosophy: robots should serve people, not replace them. By automating repetitive and labor-intensive tasks, Humro’s solutions empower the human workforce to channel their creativity, judgment, and empathy into more meaningful work.
“We didn’t build robots to outdo humans—we built them to help humans to be more productive,” said Milind Padole, Founder & Managing Director of Humro. “Our rebrand is about reflecting not just what we offer, but why it matters. While ARAPL RaaS defined our offerings, Humro captures our mission—a world where humans and robots work in seamless harmony. It’s a name that’s short, purposeful, and globally resonant, grounded in India’s spirit of resilience and collaboration, yet built to lead with innovation on the world stage.”
“Humro is more than a name—it’s a conviction that the future of work lies in human-robotcollaboration,” said Robinson Philipose, Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Humro.“Our autonomous mobile robots are built to take on the heavy, repetitive tasks—like truck loading and unloading, pallet transfers, case picking, and line stocking—so that people can focus on what truly drives value. In a world where industrial shippers face high labor churn and the complexities of ongoing IT overhauls, Humro offers a different path. Our plug-and-play Robotics-as-a-Service model removes the traditional roadblocks to automation—no CAPEX, no IT disruption—making adoption faster, smarter, and accessible for businesses ready to scale.”
Continuity with the Change
It’s business as usual under the brand Humro. The company continues to be led by the same world-class leadership team, including Milind Padole and Robinson Philipose, and remains backed by unmatched deep-tech expertise and proprietary robotics platforms. With over 7,500 robots deployed across diverse sectors, Humro stays firmly committed to its mission: to democratize automation and deliver human-centric, globally competitive robotic solutions—designed and made in India for the world. The company will begin rolling out the new branding across platforms and touchpoints over the coming months.
About Humro Humro (formerly ARAPL RaaS Pvt. Ltd.) is India’s leading provider of autonomous mobile robotic solutions for industrial shippers, manufacturing, and warehousing. Humro’s intelligent and safety-certified AMRs are delivered through a flexible Robotics-as-a-Service (RaaS) model—enabling zero-CAPEX automation for businesses of all sizes. From material movement to workflow orchestration, Humro empowers enterprises to scale operations, boost efficiency, and modernize without upfront capital investment.
About ARAPL RaaS:
ARAPL RaaS (Autonomous Robotics-as-a-Service) is a pioneering Indian robotics company specializing in end-to-end autonomous mobile robot (AMR) solutions for industrial automation. With over two decades of deep-tech expertise and a track record of 7,500+ robot deployments, ARAPL RaaS empowers manufacturers, warehouses, and logistics providers to scale operations through its flexible, zero-CAPEX Robotics-as-a-Service model. Headquartered in Pune and active across India, and the U.S., ARAPL RaaS is driven by a mission to democratize automation through intelligent, human-centric robotics platforms that deliver efficiency, safety, and agility across the supply chain.
About ARAPL Ltd.
Affordable Robotic & Automation Ltd. (ARAPL), established in 2005 and headquartered in Pune, India, is a leading provider of turnkey automation solutions for various industries. With over a decade of expertise, ARAPL serves a wide range of sectors, including automotive, non-automotive, general industries, and the government sector, extending its customer base across India, China, and other parts of Asia. The company specialises in industrial automation solutions such as line automation, robotic inspection stations, and automated assembly systems, with significant expertise in robotic welding cells and automated car parking systems. Spanning 120,000 square feet with over 250 employees, ARAPL has expanded its operations with multiple facilities, including a sales and service office in Faridabad and a new manufacturing facility in Wadki, Pune. In 2018, ARAPL achieved a significant milestone by being listed on the Indian stock exchange, marking its growth and success in the automation industry.
Media Contact
Randhir Singh
Head of Communications & Marketing,
ARAPL RaaS (Soon to be Humro)
randhir.s@araplraas.com
Mob: +91 9999‑65‑9988
