Russian Robots Are Learning to Think in Russian

A New Level of Protection for Robotic Systems

Russian companies RED SOFT and Promobot have signed a strategic cooperation agreement focused on digital transformation and technical information security. The partners plan to combine their scientific, engineering and technological capabilities to deliver joint projects aimed at strengthening industrial IT resilience.

The first tangible outcome of the partnership is the adaptation of Promobot M Control software to the Russian operating system RED OS. Engineers reworked libraries, modules and portions of the source code to align with the architectural specifics of the domestic platform. The Promobot Medu robot is now compatible with RED OS 8 for ARM architectures, while the Promobot M13 model operates on RED OS 8 x86_64. The integration enhances technological independence and strengthens system-level security.

Promobot is the largest manufacturer of autonomous service robots in Europe. All products are designed and manufactured in Russia, and the company supplies service robots to 45 countries.

In 2024, Promobot launched production of robots for industrial enterprises. Its six-axis collaborative manipulator, Promobot M13, performs packaging, welding, assembly, lifting and handling operations for components weighing up to 13 kilograms, along with other production tasks. Deployment does not require complex configuration or advanced programming skills from plant personnel. Promobot M13 has already gained traction in metallurgy, food processing, pharmaceuticals and other industrial sectors.

Import substitution in Russian industrial robotics is not just a goal, it is a necessity. Promobot is actively working toward full localization of production, but we understand that this path requires time and coordinated support from both science and industry. We are actively engaging with the market and cooperating with domestic suppliers of both hardware and software, including our colleagues at RED SOFT. Only through joint efforts can we ensure technological sovereignty and eliminate import dependence in critical sectors, including robotics

Maksim Chugunov

CEO of Promobot

A Reliable Tool for Technological Sovereignty

RED OS is a modern, general-purpose Russian operating system built on the Linux kernel to support servers and workstations. The product is officially certified by FSTEC of Russia and included in the Unified Register of Domestic Software maintained by the Ministry of Digital Development, confirming its status as a trusted platform for digital transformation.

Key advantages include high performance and hardware optimization, enabling efficient use even of legacy equipment and extending hardware lifecycles, which reduces capital expenditures. Its modular architecture allows fine-tuning for specific business requirements.

Deep integration with Russian software is another strategic advantage. This reduces licensing costs and ensures near-seamless compatibility with existing infrastructure. Security is central to the platform’s design: built-in antivirus mechanisms protect against malware, trojans and spyware, while encryption tools safeguard sensitive data both locally and in cloud environments. Broad deployment of RED OS supports growth of the domestic IT sector, contributing to job creation and industrial innovation.

A “Brain” for Industrial Robots

The integration of Promobot systems with RED SOFT’s operating system is one of several examples of localization in Russian industrial robotics. In December 2025, the Russian developer and manufacturer of industrial robots and robotic systems TECHNORED, in partnership with the Astra Group, completed a software migration stage for industrial robots to the Astra Linux operating system. During the project, a prototype of the REDSTECHNORED visual programming system running on Astra Linux Desktop was successfully tested.

The solution is designed for automated object handling tasks and has demonstrated functionality in baseline scenarios, including data exchange and real-time control of an industrial manipulator. Application software – specifically the visual programming system – is now operating on Astra Linux and is compatible with the entire REDS line of collaborative robots produced by TECHNORED. The next phase involves gradually migrating TECHNORED’s full digital infrastructure to the Astra Group technology stack, from embedding Astra Linux Embedded directly into robotic systems to integration with database management systems, artificial intelligence technologies and hardware solutions based on Russian microelectronic components.

An Ecosystem for Industrial Robotics

The shift to Russian operating systems is emerging as a key driver in the development of domestic robotics, particularly on the software side. According to national development plans, the number of industrial robots deployed at Russian enterprises is expected to exceed 94,000 units by 2030. Achieving this target will require a reliable and secure software foundation.

Adapting control systems to Russian operating systems enables the creation of a unified, protected ecosystem in which hardware and software operate as an integrated whole. This approach strengthens cybersecurity, reliability and performance while reducing exposure to external technology dependencies.

All of these measures aim to deliver not only a high level of information security, operational stability and efficiency, but also to build a fully sovereign industrial robotics ecosystem.