Shanghai: Genting Malaysia Bhd has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with AGIBOT Innovation (Shanghai) Technology Co Ltd to enhance the use of embodied artificial intelligence (AI) robotics across the hospitality, entertainment, and leisure sectors.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Resorts World Genting's chief operating officer, Aaron Chia Khong Chid, emphasized that the partnership allows the company to make significant strides into embodied robotics. This technological advancement is expected to improve both service delivery and storytelling within its integrated resort setting. Chia stated that this initiative could redefine guest interactions and bolster the company's leadership in the tourism industry.
The MoU was finalized on April 17 during the AGIBOT Partners Conference (APC2026) in Shanghai, China. Genting Malaysia was represented by Aaron Chia, with the signing witnessed by deputy chairman and chief executive Tan Sri Lim Kok Thay, deputy chief executive and executive director Datuk Indera Lim Keong Hui, and president Lee Thiam Kit. AGIBOT's representation included Malaysia director Steven Ding, witnessed by partner and co-president Daniel Jiang, and founder and chief executive officer Deng Taihua.
At the conference, AGIBOT also announced Malaysia's first Robotics Gala Performance, slated for an early 2027 debut at Resorts World Genting. This showcase will feature advanced AI robots in a live performance, offering a unique immersive entertainment experience in the country.
AGIBOT president of the Middle East and Asia Pacific Region, Abel Deng, highlighted that the collaboration aims to redefine guest engagement and service standards across theme parks, hotels, and live entertainment through the integration of AGIBOT's humanoid robotics and Genting Malaysia's operational expertise. Deng noted that the Robotics Gala Performance at Resorts World Genting is just the beginning of building a scalable ecosystem where humanoid robots enhance human experiences.
Under the MoU, the partners will focus on developing robotics solutions in theme parks, leisure and hospitality, and entertainment. This includes creating humanoid robots for guest interaction, concierge, and service roles, as well as integrating robotics into live shows and immersive attractions.
The collaboration will also involve joint research and development efforts, pilot projects, and the creation of scalable application ecosystems.
