Air travel may feel seamless at 30,000 feet, but on the ground, there’s a lot of heavy lifting.
And for baggage handlers, that lifting is literal.

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Journey Robotics is tackling one of aviation’s toughest operational challenges: moving
thousands of bags efficiently while protecting the people who do the work. Its solution?
Advanced robotic systems that automate the most physically demanding parts of baggage
handling.

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The company’s robotic arms can identify, grasp, and transfer luggage with precision, reducing
the need for repetitive manual lifting. It’s a deceptively simple concept with massive
implications.

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Baggage handling is one of the leading causes of workplace injuries at airports, with workers often lifting hundreds of 40- to 75-pound bags per shift. Over time, that strain leads to long-term musculoskeletal issues and significant costs for airlines and airport operators.

Journey Robotics eliminates much of that risk.

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After developing its technology locally through Pittsburgh International Airport’s xBridge
program, the company is now stepping onto the global stage.

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If Journey’s technology delivers as expected, it could transform baggage handling worldwide
improving worker safety, reducing delays, and enhancing the passenger experience.
For a company rooted in Pittsburgh’s robotics legacy, this is a natural evolution. From research
to real-world deployment, Journey Robotics is proving that even the most routine processes can
be reimagined...and that innovation sometimes starts with simply lifting a better way.

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