The Town of Amherst congratulates Axtion Independence Mobility Inc. on receiving international recognition for its innovative RAYMEX® Lift, which has been named among TIME magazine's Best Inventions of 2026 – Special Mentions.
The Amherst-based company received the recognition in TIME's Accessibility category for its robotic mobility technology, designed to help improve independence for people with mobility challenges.
This is an outstanding achievement for Axtion and a proud moment for our community. The recognition highlights the innovative work taking place right here in Amherst and the potential for locally based businesses to make an impact around the world.
Congratulations to the entire Axtion team on this well-deserved recognition!
View Axtion's recognition in TIME's Best Inventions of 2026 – Special Mentions.
Councillor Kathy Wells, Tracey McGillivray, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Axtion Independence Mobility Inc.; Liam Maaskant, Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer; Mayor Rob Small, Councillor Hal Davidson, and Councillor Terry McManaman at the company's official launch event this past summer.
