South Korean construction company GS E&C announced Monday that it has entered into a partnership with Daedong Robotics to develop artificial intelligence-powered autonomous robots for construction sites, reflecting the industry’s growing focus on automation to enhance workplace safety and operational efficiency.
The agreement was signed on June 5 at GS E&C’s Research and Development Center in Seoul.
As part of the collaboration, the two companies will launch field trials of Daedong Robotics’ autonomous robotic systems and jointly work on developing solutions specifically designed for construction environments.
Founded in 2024, Daedong Robotics has been broadening its business scope beyond agricultural delivery robots and is increasingly targeting applications in manufacturing and construction sectors.
The initial phase of the partnership will concentrate on tasks that can be automated relatively quickly, such as transporting materials and handling repetitive work. Both companies plan to carry out on-site testing to assess the robots’ safety and performance before expanding their use across construction projects.
Under the collaboration, GS E&C will provide its expertise in construction-site operations and testing infrastructure, while Daedong Robotics will contribute its capabilities in AI and autonomous robotics technologies.
In addition, the companies intend to utilize data collected during field trials to improve robot functionality and establish operating requirements suited to real-world construction environments.
Looking ahead, the partnership aims to create robots purpose-built for construction sites, where changing conditions demand advanced levels of durability, adaptability, and safety.
“Digitalization and automation are essential to improving safety and productivity in the construction industry,” a GS E&C official said.
“Through field testing and the development of specialized robotics technologies, we aim to strengthen our competitiveness in digital construction.”
