Kebab Franchise to Roll Out Up To 2,400 Autonomous Food Robots

HAMBURG, Germany — Circus SE, an AI robotics company specializing in autonomous kitchen systems, has signed a multi-stage initial agreement with Mangal x LP10, Germany's kebab franchise chain, for the planned rollout and operation of up to 2,400 CA-1 food robots. In an initial implementation phase, Mangal x LP10 plans to integrate the technology into several flagship stores in the Cologne/Duesseldorf area in 2025.

The objective is to secure a cooperation that will deploy over 1,600 autonomous Circus Group robots in Germany and 800 units in Poland within the next few years, driven by Mangal’s achievement of its growth targets.

This would be a significant milestone for both companies, which aim to transform the fast-food industry with the world's first fully autonomous food franchise concept using state-of-the-art technology. A successful collaboration has the potential to generate around EUR 400 million in cumulative revenue from hardware sales alone for Circus over the coming years.

Mangal x LP10 aims to expand its offering with a new brand and culinary concept inspired by traditional Turkish flavors — made possible by Circus Group's advanced robotics and its CA-1 autonomous food production robot. This collaboration is expected to enable Mangal x LP10 to operate fully autonomous stores, making it the first fully autonomous food franchise in the world. Mangal x LP10 aims to be the first global automated food franchise to meet the massive consumer demand in a market with over 40,000 independent kebab shops in Germany alone.

The first flagship store is scheduled to open in Cologne/Duesseldorf in 2025, where customers will experience the integration of automation and culinary expertise. The robots are designed to enhance the authentic Mangal x LP10 experience, delivering consistently high-quality food with increased efficiency and hygiene.

Metin Dag, founder and managing director of Mangal x LP10 Doner, said, “We researched the market and chose the most advanced solution with Circus' CA-1. We are now delighted to be working with Circus Group to shape the future of fast food with the launch of fully autonomous kebab stores. At Mangal x LP10, our goal has always been to offer authentic Turkish flavors of the highest quality. By integrating Circus Group's cutting-edge AI robotics, we are not only staying true to our culinary offerings but also setting a new standard for innovation in the restaurant industry.”

Nikolas Bullwinkel, founder and CEO of Circus Group, added, “Mangal x LP10 Kebab, our first global customer in the food franchise sector, shares our vision for scalable robotic solutions in fresh food production, and their commitment to redefining Turkish cuisine aligns perfectly with our goals. We look forward to working together and combining tradition and innovation to set a new benchmark in the franchise industry.”