Upcoming Events:March 23, 2026 - March 27, 2026
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About the Event
The European Robotics Forum (ERF2026) is scheduled to take place in Stavanger, Norway, from March 23 to March 27, 2026 at the Stavanger Forum venue.
This year’s theme is “Robotics for the blue economy and growth in space,” highlighting the intersection of advanced technology and sustainable development. Norway’s expertise in offshore energy, maritime operations, and space technology makes Stavanger the perfect backdrop for exploring robotics applications in these frontier industries.
ERF is recognized as one of the most influential events for the robotics and artificial intelligence community in Europe. It serves as a vital meeting point for over 1,000 engineers, academics, entrepreneurs, investors, end-users, and policymakers involved in the field of robotics from across Europe and beyond. With over 120 workshop proposals received, this edition promises to be the most comprehensive yet.
The event is an initiative of euRobotics, organized in cooperation with NORCE and SINTEF as local co-hosts. It aims to cover all aspects and current themes related to robotics and AI, fostering discussions on technology push, market pull, and how innovation in these fields can be accelerated.
Featured Speakers
ERF2026 features an impressive lineup of speakers from industry and research:
- Alexandra Bech Gjørv - President and CEO, SINTEF
- Bernd Liepert - President, euRobotics
- Camilla Stoltenberg - CEO, NORCE Research
- Francesco Ferro - CEO & Co-founder, PAL Robotics
- Gabor Sziebig - Research Manager, SINTEF Industry
- Hedi Karray - Programme Manager for AI, European Innovation Council
- Stine Vemmestad Vatneberg - VP Facilities & Operations Technology, Equinor
Schedule
Monday, March 23, 2026
- Lab tours and site visits
- euRobotics General Assembly
- VIP reception and member dinner
Tuesday-Thursday, March 24-26, 2026
- Over 120 workshops covering industrial and scientific tracks
- Exhibition hall with leading robotics companies
- Lab tours and site visits (March 26)
- Charity run and welcome reception (March 24 evening)
- Award ceremony and banquet dinner (March 25 evening)
Friday, March 27, 2026
- Lab tours and site visits
- Closing activities
Awards
ERF2026 features several prestigious awards:
- Renaud Champion Entrepreneurship Award (Deadline: January 21, 2026)
- Tech Transfer Award (Deadline: January 23, 2026)
- Georges Giralt PhD Award
- Sustainability Leadership Recognition in Robotics (Deadline: February 8, 2026)
Registration
Early bird registration is now available! For details on registration, please visit the official event website. Sponsorship and exhibition opportunities are also open. Volunteer applications are welcome until January 30, 2026.
