Octinion is a Belgian R&D company specializing in mechatronic product development, with applications in agriculture and the food industry. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Leuven, Belgium, Octinion focuses on creating innovative robotic solutions that bridge the gap between technology and biological materials. Their multidisciplinary approach combines mechanics, software, electronics, and vision expertise to develop advanced systems for tasks such as strawberry picking, crop scouting, and disease management in greenhouses.

One of Octinion’s flagship products is Rubion, the world’s first fully autonomous strawberry-picking robot. Designed to operate in greenhouse environments, Rubion utilizes advanced vision systems and soft-touch mechanisms to harvest ripe strawberries without causing damage. This innovation addresses labor shortages and enhances efficiency in the agricultural sector.

In 2021, Octinion merged its horticultural robotic activities with Dutch technology company Priva to form Kompano, a leading entity in horticultural robotics. This strategic collaboration aims to accelerate the development and deployment of robotic solutions in the agriculture sector, helping farmers improve productivity, reduce labor costs, and adopt smarter, more sustainable practices.

Octinion continues to push the boundaries of agricultural automation, combining technology and innovation to create solutions that meet the evolving needs of modern farming.