On the 7th, KT made an announcement stating that it had entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Gangnam-gu Office to introduce an "outdoor robot delivery service" with the goal of building a city that is friendly to robots.
The agreement aims to leverage KT's advanced robot technology in conjunction with the administrative capabilities of Gangnam-gu Office to develop an outdoor robot delivery service. This initiative aims to facilitate the swift and accurate delivery of food and daily necessities to various locations within Gangnam-gu through the use of outdoor delivery robots. Ultimately, the collaboration aims to provide residents with convenient and safe delivery services, fostering a city environment that is conducive to a future where robots play a vital role.
KT has outlined its plans to establish a solid foundation for the delivery service in partnership with Gangnam-gu. This involves utilizing a robot platform, an integrated control system, a robust communication infrastructure, and outdoor self-driving robots to ensure reliable and seamless operations across various delivery sectors.
The MOU between KT and Gangnam-gu Office sets the stage for ongoing collaboration in technology research and development, as well as service cooperation. The ultimate objective is to establish an innovative robot delivery model within Gangnam-gu, setting a benchmark for outdoor robot delivery services.
"I am delighted to have this opportunity to pioneer an innovative robot delivery service in Gangnam-gu," said Lee Sang-ho, the head of KT's AI Robot Project Group.
