Week of Robotics 2026 – NextGen Robotics LIVE
- Date
- 2026-05-06
- Location
- UCL University Lillebælt (Wittenborg Hall), Odense, Denmark
- Host
- Odense Robotics
About this event
Robotics is moving fast, and the questions shaping the next few years are no longer theoretical. At Week of Robotics 2026 – NextGen Robotics LIVE, you’ll be in the room with the people building, applying, and debating the technologies that are redefining how robots work in the real world. This is where conversations about AI, humanoids, drones, and autonomous systems come together in one focused international conference. Set in Odense, Denmark, this headline event of Week of Robotics 2026 brings together industry, innovation, and practical insight. If you want a clear view of where robotics is heading next, and what that means for business, research, product development, and collaboration, this is the place to be. About the Event NextGen Robotics LIVE is a new international robotics conference organised by Odense Robotics and Erhvervshus Fyn as the headline event of Week of Robotics 2026. It is designed to create a strong meeting point for professionals, innovators, researchers, and decision-makers who want to engage with the technologies currently reshaping the field. The event centers on high-value keynote content and sector-relevant perspectives across some of the most active areas in robotics today. Rather than treating robotics as a single category, the conference looks at the distinct but increasingly connected developments in artificial intelligence, humanoid robotics, drones, and autonomous systems. This is an in-person conference at UCL University Lillebælt (Wittenborg Hall) in Odense. That matters: robotics is a field where context, discussion, and real interaction make a difference. Being there gives attendees the chance to hear ideas in full, ask sharper questions, and connect more directly with others working across the ecosystem. As the headline event of the wider Week of Robotics program, the conference also carries a broader purpose. It helps frame the week’s conversations, spotlight major themes, and bring international attention to one of the strongest robotics environments in the region. What to Expect Expect a conference program built around keynotes and thought-leading sessions on the technologies and trends driving the next phase of robotics. The content focus includes: AI in robotics and how intelligence is being integrated into systems that must operate in dynamic environments Humanoid robotics and the practical, technical, and strategic questions surrounding human-shaped machines Drones and the expanding role of aerial systems across industries and operational settings Autonomous systems and what it takes to make them reliable, scalable, and useful in practice You can expect a format that supports both learning and perspective-building. Keynotes are likely to give attendees a broad view of where the field is moving, while the event setting creates space for discussion with others who are working on adjacent challenges, applications, and opportunities. Because the conference is international in scope, attendees should also expect a wider lens than a purely local industry event. The conversations here are not just about isolated technologies, but about how robotics is evolving as a global field shaped by research, market demand, talent, regulation, deployment realities, and cross-sector collaboration. Whether you come from a technical, commercial, academic, or strategic background, the event is built to help you connect the dots. You won’t just hear about what is new; you’ll get a stronger sense of what is becoming relevant, what is gaining traction, and where attention is shifting next. Why Attend If you work in or around robotics, the value of this event is simple: it helps you understand what matters now. In a field crowded with rapid announcements and constant hype, a focused in-person conference gives you a better way to separate meaningful developments from noise. Attending can help you: Get a clearer picture of major trends across AI, humanoids, drones, and autonomy Hear strategic and technical perspectives in one place instead of following them separately Strengthen your understanding of how different robotics domains are converging Meet others with shared interests across industry, research, and innovation ecosystems Leave with sharper questions, stronger context, and better-informed next steps This event is especially valuable for people who need more than surface-level inspiration. If you are evaluating technologies, shaping product direction, exploring partnerships, building applied solutions, supporting innovation, or following the future of robotics closely, the conference offers a strong overview of the landscape and the forces changing it. It is also a chance to be part of the broader momentum around Week of Robotics 2026. Being present at the headline event means seeing the themes, priorities, and ambitions that are setting the tone for the week. Practical Details Location: In person at UCL University Lillebælt (Wittenborg Hall), Odense, Denmark. When: Wednesday, May 6 at 12:00 AM UTC. As an in-person event, this conference is best suited to attendees who want direct access to the content, the atmosphere, and the people in the room. Wittenborg Hall provides a physical setting for shared attention and real conversation, which is especially valuable for a field as collaborative and fast-moving as robotics. If you are planning to attend, expect a professional conference environment with a strong thematic focus on emerging robotics technologies and their practical direction. The event is part of the larger Week of Robotics 2026, so attendees may also want to consider how this conference fits into their broader plans for the week in Odense. If your work touches robotics today, or your strategy depends on where robotics is going next, NextGen Robotics LIVE is a smart place to spend your time. It brings the right themes together, in the right setting, with a format built for people who want substance.
Who should attend
If you work with robotics, build with it, fund it, or want to understand where the field is heading next, this conference is built for you. - **You develop or deploy robotics solutions** and want sharper insight into where AI, humanoids, drones, and autonomous systems are creating real momentum. - **You lead innovation, strategy, or business development** and need a strong view of the technologies, use cases, and market signals shaping the next wave of robotics. - **You’re part of a startup, scaleup, or established company** looking to meet the wider robotics ecosystem in Odense and connect with people working across research, industry, and commercialization. - **You work in engineering, product, software, or operations** and want practical perspective on how emerging robotics technologies are evolving beyond the lab. - **You’re an investor, advisor, policymaker, or ecosystem builder** looking to understand where the sector is moving and which themes deserve attention in 2026. - **You’re a researcher, student, or technical talent** eager to hear international perspectives and spend time with people pushing robotics forward. If you care about what’s next in robotics and want conversations that are both technical and strategic, you’ll feel at home here.