Built in Hong Kong.
Built for Builders.
Apolloan is an open-source robotics community and hardware sourcing partner connecting global makers with the world's most powerful manufacturing ecosystem.
2024
Founded
34
Countries Served
1200+
Vetted Suppliers
120+
Teams Partnered
Our Mission
Connecting the World's Builders to Hong Kong's Hardware Ecosystem
Apolloan was built for a single purpose: to eliminate the friction between ambitious robotics teams and the components they need. The future of AI hardware is being manufactured across Asia — we make sure you have direct access to it from Hong Kong.
We're not a marketplace or a broker. We're a dedicated sourcing partner — embedded in Hong Kong's supply chain, fluent in both the language and the technical requirements of robotics hardware, working on your behalf from spec sheet to shipping container.
Whether you need 5 actuators to validate a prototype or a full production run of 5,000 units, Apolloan connects you to the right factory, negotiates the right price, and delivers on time.
What We Stand For
Our Values
Open Source First
Progress in robotics accelerates when knowledge is freely shared. Every resource, doc, and design we can open — we do. No paywalls, no gatekeeping.
Hong Kong at the Core
Rooted in Hong Kong's innovation hub, Apolloan connects global builders directly to the factories, suppliers, and engineers that turn concepts into reality.
Global by Design
We operate across time zones, languages, and logistics borders. From Berlin to Tokyo to São Paulo — Apolloan is your team on the ground in Hong Kong.
Speed is Everything
Every week of delay costs runway. Apolloan compresses sourcing timelines from months to days — rapid prototyping, same-week sampling, and production-ready QC.
Our Journey
Milestones
Apolloan Founded
Launched in Hong Kong with a mission to bridge global robotics builders with China's hardware ecosystem. First 10 partner suppliers onboarded within 60 days.
Open Source Initiative Launched
Launched the Open Source Robotics platform, providing free access to hardware docs and design files for AgiBOT X1, Fourier N1, and Unitree Go2.
First International Clients
Served first clients in Germany, USA, and Japan — providing sourcing for humanoid robot actuators, custom PCBA production, and full localization support.
Strategic Partner Network
Established partnerships with 12+ leading robotics and AI hardware companies across China, including LINX Dynamics, Galbot, and Huayan.
50+ Verified Suppliers
Built a network of 50+ verified Hong Kong & China suppliers across sensors, actuators, PCBAs, structural materials, and motion control systems.
Expanding Globally
Growing the community to connect international makers with Hong Kong's supply chain at unprecedented speed and cost efficiency. New service tiers launching.
The People
Our Team
A small, focused team with deep roots in Hong Kong's hardware ecosystem and global robotics research.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Apolloan is an open-source robotics community and hardware sourcing partner based in Hong Kong. We help global builders, researchers, and startups access AI hardware components, robotics parts, and China's manufacturing ecosystem — faster and at lower cost than going it alone.
Anyone building robots or hardware products: university research labs, early-stage robotics startups, independent makers, and established companies looking to expand their supply chain via Hong Kong. If you need hardware, we can help.
Share your component requirements with us — specs, quantities, and target cost. We tap into our Hong Kong supplier network to identify qualified manufacturers, coordinate samples, run QC inspection, and manage logistics to your door. The whole process is handled bilingually so nothing gets lost in translation.
Not at all. We work with prototype quantities just as comfortably as production runs. Whether you need 5 sensor modules to validate a design or 5,000 units for a launch, we scale with you.
We currently curate open-source resources for humanoid robots (AgiBOT X1, Fourier N1, Tien Kung Lite & Pro), quadruped platforms (Unitree Go2, Deep Robotics Lite3), and robot arms (myCobot 280, ALOHA 2). All documentation, CAD files, and SDKs are freely accessible via our Open Source page.
Yes. We offer design-for-manufacturing (DFM) review, PCB layout consultation, rapid prototyping via our partner network, and full PCBA turnkey services. We work alongside your engineering team from concept to first-article.
The easiest way is to email info@apolloan.asia with a brief description of what you're building and what you need. We typically respond within 24 hours. There's no minimum commitment — just a conversation to see if we're the right fit.
We are an independent community and sourcing partner. Our strategic partners include leading robotics companies in China, but we are not exclusively tied to any single manufacturer. Our job is to find you the best option for your specific needs.
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Ready to Build the Future?
Whether you're a researcher, startup, or hardware enthusiast — Apolloan is here to help you move faster. Let's connect.
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