
Wootzano Limited is a UK-based robotics company founded in 2018, specializing in robotic solutions for packing post-harvest fresh produce. Their flagship product, Avarai, is a fully integrated robotic packing system that uses patented electronic skin technology called Wootzkin, enabling robots to handle soft produce delicately without bruising. The system leverages advanced machine learning, vision technology, and Intel's hardware to increase productivity by 40-50%, reduce human labor by up to 50%, and cut costs by 30% per packing line. Wootzano operates with a collaborative robot that works safely alongside humans, offering rapid ROI and increased production capacity. The company is established in the North East of England and has expanded operations to the United States, targeting the agricultural sector's labor shortages with innovative AI-powered robotic technology. Wootzano emphasizes ethical sourcing, team diversity, and community engagement to inspire future engineers.

Wootzano Limited is a UK-based robotics company founded in 2018, specializing in robotic solutions for packing post-harvest fresh produce. Their flagship product, Avarai, is a fully integrated robotic packing system that uses patented electronic skin technology called Wootzkin, enabling robots to handle soft produce delicately without bruising. The system leverages advanced machine learning, vision technology, and Intel's hardware to increase productivity by 40-50%, reduce human labor by up to 50%, and cut costs by 30% per packing line. Wootzano operates with a collaborative robot that works safely alongside humans, offering rapid ROI and increased production capacity. The company is established in the North East of England and has expanded operations to the United States, targeting the agricultural sector's labor shortages with innovative AI-powered robotic technology. Wootzano emphasizes ethical sourcing, team diversity, and community engagement to inspire future engineers.
Founded: 2018
Headquarters: Newcastle upon Tyne / North East England, UK
Product: Avarai robotic packing system with patented Wootzskin electronic skin
Tech: Machine learning, vision, force/pressure and environmental sensing
Recent financing: Equity crowdfunding announced 2024-12-19
Post-harvest packing and processing of soft produce (e.g., grapes, vine tomatoes).
2018
Data and Analytics
Announced equity crowdfunding round on Dec 19, 2024.
Received Innovate UK funding (grant).
“Atlas Ventures; Ponderosa Ventures; named individual investors include Atif Syed and Rob Dobson”