Istanbul
Robotics rental, leasing, and data support in Istanbul
Istanbul Robotics Market
Istanbul Robotics Ecosystem
Universities & Research Labs
Turkey's oldest technical university with world-class robotics research; autonomous systems, manipulation, marine robotics, and AI-driven control systems
Top-ranked university with strong AI, computer vision, and robotics programs; producing globally competitive research and graduates
Private research university with strong mechatronics and manufacturing systems programs; collaboration with Turkish industry on automation research
Key Companies & Industry
Turkey's largest home appliances manufacturer; extensive factory robotics, smart manufacturing, and autonomous logistics across multiple Istanbul-area facilities
Ford-Koc joint venture; one of Turkey's most automated factories with hundreds of robots for vehicle assembly, welding, and painting
Major Turkish electronics and home appliances manufacturer; factory automation, robotic assembly, and quality inspection systems
National carrier with Istanbul hub; aircraft maintenance robotics, baggage automation, and airport logistics systems at new Istanbul Airport
Robotics Verticals in Istanbul
Manufacturing & Industry 4.0
Istanbul's manufacturing base — Arcelik, Vestel, and thousands of SMEs — is Turkey's largest market for industrial robotics. SVRC rents cobots and arms for production line evaluation and factory automation pilot programs.
Automotive Assembly
Ford Otosan and automotive suppliers operate highly automated factories. SVRC provides arm platforms for welding, assembly, and quality inspection applications in the automotive supply chain.
Academic Research Excellence
ITU and Bogazici represent world-class robotics research capabilities. SVRC supplies research-grade arms, mobile platforms, and teleoperation systems for Turkey's top academic labs.
Aviation & Airport Automation
Istanbul Airport (IGA), one of the world's largest airports, adopts cleaning robots, baggage automation, and passenger service systems. SVRC rents mobile platforms for airport technology evaluation.
Local Research Highlights
Research from Istanbul's institutions shaping the next generation of robotics.
Comprehensive robotics research program covering marine robotics, autonomous vehicles, manipulation, and human-robot interaction; Turkey's most prolific robotics research group.
Research on robot perception, scene understanding, and visual navigation; producing work published at top international conferences.
Industry-collaborative research on smart manufacturing, digital twins, and collaborative robotics for Turkish industry; strong TUBITAK-funded programs.
Robotics Events in Istanbul
IDEF (International Defence Industry Fair, Biennial, Istanbul)
Turkey's premier defense exhibition; unmanned systems, autonomous vehicles, and military robotics; 80,000+ visitors from 100+ countries.
Istanbul Tech Week (Annual)
Major technology conference with AI, robotics, and deep tech tracks; connecting Turkish startups with global investors and partners.
Eurasia Robotics Forum (Annual, Istanbul)
Regional robotics conference bringing together Turkish and international researchers, companies, and students for presentations and demonstrations.
Robot Leasing Prices
Starting rates for this location. Quarterly leases = 10% off. Annual = 20% off. All include delivery, setup documentation, and remote support.
| Robot | Type | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| OpenArm 101 | Research Arm | $800 | $640 |
| UR3e Cobot | Collaborative Arm | $1,200 | $960 |
| UR5e Cobot | Collaborative Arm | $1,500 | $1,200 |
| Unitree G1 | Humanoid Robot | $2,500 | $2,000 |
| Unitree Go2 | Quadruped Robot | $900 | $720 |
| Teleoperation Kit | Data Collection | $1,800 | $1,440 |
Custom configurations and enterprise volume pricing available. Contact us for a tailored quote.
Common Questions
What is the minimum lease term?
Minimum lease term is 1 month. Quarterly leases (3+ months) receive a 10% discount, and annual leases receive a 20% discount off the monthly rate.
What's included in the lease?
All leases include: delivery and return shipping, setup documentation, remote technical support, and software updates. On-site setup and operator training available for enterprise contracts.
How quickly can I get a robot delivered?
Standard delivery is 2-3 business days from our California or Massachusetts facility. Expedited same-day or next-day delivery available for urgent needs (additional fee applies).
Can I purchase the robot after leasing?
Yes. SVRC offers lease-to-own arrangements. Lease payments can be credited toward purchase price on annual contracts. Contact us for lease-to-own pricing.
Do you offer data collection services alongside leasing?
Yes. SVRC provides robot leasing bundled with teleoperation data collection services — including trained operators, annotation, and training-ready HDF5 datasets. See our Data Services.
How We Operate in Istanbul
SVRC ships to Istanbul with full customs documentation and Turkish import compliance. Transit 5-8 business days from California. USD invoicing with Turkish customs duty documentation. Istanbul's ports and airports provide Turkey's fastest customs clearance for technology imports.
- Robot leasing and rental — Fast access to robotic arms, mobile manipulators, and humanoid-ready systems
- Data collection services — Teleoperation, annotation, and learning-ready dataset production
- Pilot deployment support — Site planning, safety readiness, and rollout playbooks
- Operator enablement — Training for internal teams before and during pilot launches
- Maintenance workflows — Repair and reliability support aligned with local operations
Istanbul is Turkey's technology and manufacturing capital. SVRC is your robotics hardware partner.
Contact us at contact@roboticscenter.ai for robotics rental scope, timeline, and pricing in Istanbul.
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