This year Massachusetts-based Boston Dynamics is advancing the frontiers of robotics, thanks to key partnerships and cutting-edge developments in artificial intelligence.
The company, long renowned for its agile and intelligent robots, has recently announced a deeper collaboration with NVIDIA and DHL, accelerating its momentum in the rapidly evolving robotics and automation space.
“Together, we’re setting new standards for the logistics industry,” said Sally Miller, Global CIO of DHL Supply Chain.
NVIDIA and GR00T: AI at the Core
In March 2025, NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang spotlighted Boston Dynamics’ work during his GTC keynote, introducing the company’s GR00T model.
Built on NVIDIA’s Jetson Thor platform, GR00T is engineered to run “complex, multimodal AI models” that integrate seamlessly with Boston Dynamics’ whole-body and manipulation controllers.
Boston Dynamics AI-Powered Atlas
This AI-powered system enables robots to learn and respond with increasing sophistication—applying reinforcement learning techniques drawn from animation and motion capture.
In its latest video, the Atlas robot performs fluid full-body movements, from walking to cartwheels and breakdancing, showcasing just how advanced robotic motion has become.
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Watch the full Atlas demo on Engadget.
“At this rate, our future robot overlords will be able to out-dance and out-tumble us humans as well as out-think us,” quipped one observer.
DHL Orders 1,000 More Stretch Robots
Boston Dynamics is also making a mark in logistics automation.
In May 2025, global logistics leader DHL Group placed a purchase order for 1,000 additional “Stretch” robots, which can unload up to 700 cases per hour from trailers without human input.
This move builds on a partnership that began in 2018 and has already introduced Stretch into operations across North America and Europe.
Over the past three years, DHL has invested over $1.17 billion into automation and now deploys more than 7,500 robots across its supply chain network.
“It’s a fundamental shift that’s reshaping how we operate,” Miller said. “Through this expanded partnership with Boston Dynamics, DHL will take a more active role in shaping and directing robotics development.”
Industry-Wide Shift Toward Automation
According to a 2025 MHI industry report, robotics adoption in supply chains is expected to rise from 41% to 83% within five years. Yet, companies still face challenges such as budget constraints, lack of clear ROI, and limited understanding of emerging technologies.
Solutions like Boston Dynamics’ Stretch and Atlas robots, powered by NVIDIA’s AI, are helping to bridge these gaps.
To learn more about Boston Dynamics' work, visit their official website.
