Sanctuary AI

General-purpose AI robotics company building humanoid robots for human-equivalent work

Vancouver, Canada Founded 2018 51-200 employees Robotics

About Sanctuary AI

Sanctuary AI develops physical artificial intelligence systems that enable robots to perform useful work in real-world environments. The company’s robotics program has included Phoenix, a general-purpose humanoid robot, and Carbon, its AI control system for translating instructions and learned policies into physical tasks involving objects and tools. Sanctuary’s technology combines machine learning, robot control, sensor input, simulation, and human-guided data collection to help machines learn and carry out complex manipulation. Its current strategy also includes deploying Physical AI on industrial robotic arms and other hardware, connecting its intelligence software to established industrial robot platforms for tasks that require adaptability beyond fixed automation. Manufacturers and industrial organizations exploring robotics, humanoid robots, physical AI, and flexible automation can work with Sanctuary AI to assess workflows that involve dexterous or changing tasks. The company’s goal is to bring AI-enabled robotic systems into work settings where automation can support productivity and address operational constraints.