iRobot to expand Guangzhou unit

US-based firm eyes more growth opportunities from new Greater Bay Area plan

US-based consumer robot maker iRobot is planning to expand its research and development center in Guangzhou to tap opportunities arising from the recently unveiled Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area plan, according to a top company official.

"We are certainly aware of the Great Bay plan and certainly part of it now. We look forward to seeing this project develop. I think it will improve the education levels and attract more technology-minded employees to that area. That makes it easier for us to find talent," said Colin Angle, chairman, CEO and co-founder of iRobot.