ABM Deploys Pilot Robotics Plan at LaGuardia

NEW YORK -- ABM, a provider of facility, engineering and infrastructure solutions, has launched a robotics program at LaGuardia Airport’s award-winning Terminal B that includes autonomous inspection and cleaning robots — including one of the first robotic, quadruped “dogs” to be deployed in a U.S. airport.

The pilot program is the latest step in ABM’s long-standing collaboration with LGP to deliver world-class guest experiences and operational excellence.

Terminal B has already achieved global recognition as the first terminal in North America to earn the prestigious 5-Star Rating from Skytrax and was named the “World’s Best New Airport Terminal” in 2023.

“Airports are among the most dynamic environments in the world, and Terminal B is the perfect stage to demonstrate how robotics, AI, and data integration can transform facility operations,” said Sean Bromfield, President of Aviation, ABM.

Robotics in Action at Terminal B
The pilot program features three advanced robotic platforms, designed to complement and support ABM’s human workforce and elevate the terminal environment:

•     Robotic Dog – In partnership with Skild.ai, ABM is deploying a four-legged inspection robot, marking one of the first appearances of a robotic dog in an American airport. Skild AI is building a general-purpose robot brain for any robot morphology and task. Passengers may see the robot inspecting airport facilities, where it will quietly and efficiently support ABM staff in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming space.   

•     Autonomous Floor Scrubbers – Complementing the inspection role of the robotic quadruped dog, these purpose-built scrubbers, in partnership with CenoBots, leverage advanced 3D LiDAR navigation and intelligent mapping to deliver consistent, high-quality floor cleaning. With the ability to run up to six hours autonomously, automatically recharge, and minimize downtime, the scrubbers help ABM redeploy staff to higher-value guest-facing tasks, while ensuring Terminal B continues to set the industry standard for cleanliness.

•     Autonomous Vacuums: Complementing the floor scrubbers, these dual-function autonomous units, deployed in partnership with CenoBots, use advanced navigation and intelligent mapping to capture both fine dust and larger debris across high-traffic terminal areas. Designed for continuous operation with self-charging capability, they help reduce manual effort, improve cleaning consistency, and enable ABM team members to focus on higher-value, guest-facing tasks, while maintaining Terminal B’s industry-leading standard of cleanliness.

Together, these platforms demonstrate how robotics, AI, and ABM Connect for Aviation work in unison to enhance facility performance, deliver measurable ROI, and create meaningful improvements in the passenger journey.

“This pilot underscores ABM’s leadership in anticipating our clients’ evolving needs and investing in real, ROI-driven innovation,” said Bromfield. “Robotics and AI are not about replacing people but empowering them—freeing our teams to focus on the work that most directly impacts travelers and strengthens the guest experience.”

Suzette Noble, CEO of LaGuardia Gateway Partners, said, “LaGuardia Terminal B has become a global benchmark for excellence in guest experience, and this robotics pilot takes our innovation commitment to the next level,” said “We are proud to partner with ABM to test emerging technologies that align with our vision for a smarter, safer, and more seamless airport journey.”

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, its 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience.

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LaGuardia Terminal B is home to Air Canada, American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Porter Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines.