Oshkosh picks up innovation awards at CES
LAS VEGAS—Oshkosh Corporation has been named a CES Innovation Awards 2026 Best of Innovation recipient in the Robotics and Travel & Tourism categories. The company also was named a multiple CES Innovation Awards Honoree in the Construction and Industrial Tech category.
“Every day, our team is focused on developing innovative, practical solutions for everyday heroes who shape the future of airports, neighborhoods and job sites,” said Jay Iyengar, executive vice president and chief technology and strategic sourcing officer, Oshkosh Corporation. “We are proud to be recognized by the Consumer Technology Association for our newest solutions that make tough jobs easier—from aiding workers at height to helping manage the traveler experience at airports. These awards underscore the positive impact that autonomy, AI, connectivity and electrification can have on creating a safe, intuitive and productive future through technologies that move the world forward.”
Oshkosh was selected as a CES Innovation Awards Best of Innovation for the:
- Oshkosh Airport Products Striker Volterra electric airport rescue and fire fighting vehicle, which fuses electrification with world-class firefighting performance, provides rapid acceleration and powerful response capability to deliver speed-to-scene and manage emissions on the airfield in a high-idle application. Built on Oshkosh’s proven Volterra electrification technology, this powerhouse vehicle accelerates a 45-ton vehicle from zero to fifty miles per hour in under 25 seconds—a 28% leap in performance over traditional internal-combustion ARFF vehicles—all while maintaining unwavering power.
- JLG Boom Lift with Robotic End Effector turns a traditional boom lift into an industrial-scale robotic system that can be equipped with an autonomous tool to perform complex, repetitive tasks such as welding, painting, ductwork and material handling without an operator working at height. Demonstrated at CES 2026, Oshkoch showed how robotic manipulators, AI-guided control and multi-sensor perception can transform traditional boom lifts into autonomous mobile platforms.
- McNeilus Volterra electric refuse and recycling vehicle offers a fully electric performance while utilizing the commonality and strength of the McNeilus Meridian body. The vehicle features an electrified drivetrain, e-axle architecture, smart battery system and cooperative regenerative braking to enable an all-day route on a single charge with zero emissions.
In the large display area at CEO, Oshkosh showcased advanced technologies designed to bring together autonomy, AI, connectivity and electrification technologies to support everyday heroes — firefighters, airport ground crews, mail carriers, soldiers and construction workers.
The solutions feature:
- Autonomy, robotics and connectivity that are transforming how work at height on job sites is done by creating an intelligent ecosystem that connects people, equipment, tools and materials, and accelerates the shift from enabling jobs to executing jobs.
- AI-powered systems that anticipate potential roadside collision hazards and provide real-time warnings to everyone from firefighters to bus drivers.
- AI-enabled systems designed to transform recycling at the point of collection, helping keep recyclable materials out of landfills.
- Electrified vehicles delivering rapid response, maneuverability and power for airport emergency teams.
- Modular autonomous robot platform that helps turn aircraft quickly and safely, assisting ground crews and creating a smooth experience for travelers, airline and airport personnel.
“The future is taking shape, now. At CES, we are showcasing our vision of the job sites, neighborhoods and airports of the future and how Oshkosh’s advanced technology empowers everyday heroes with safe, intuitive, productive and clean solutions,” said John Pfeifer, president and chief executive officer, Oshkosh Corporation. “Together with our customers, we’re transforming how we live, move and work.”
Look for additional CES coverage in the February print edition of TBB.