Swiss Robotics Association

Capitalising on uncertainty - Summer School 2026
2026-08-31 08:00 - 2026-09-05 17:00 (Europe/Zurich)
EPFL and ETH Zurich are running the summer school “Capitalizing on Uncertainty — Structures, Processes, Mindsets” from 31 August to 5 September 2026 at EPFL. Participants will construct a full-scale timber structure from irregular material using an ABB industrial robot in a human–robot fabrication workflow.

Robots: From Automata to Artificial Intelligence
2026-09-07 08:00 - 2027-01-04 17:00
Interactive robotics + AI exhibition with a robot experimentation area; particularly useful for outreach/education.
Discover the fascinating world of robots and artificial intelligence through an interactive educational program designed for students from 4th grade onwards. Through games, hands-on activities, algorithms, and conversations, participants will explore how robots and AI work, what makes a machine “intelligent,” and how these technologies compare with human abilities.

15th SWISS AUTOMATION - Symposium on Lab Automation & Symposium on Robotics and Industrial Automation
2026-09-10
SWISS AUTOMATION is an application-focused platform connecting academia and industry to exchange knowledge on laboratory automation, robotics, and industrial automation. On 10 September 2026, the 15th Symposium on Lab Automation and the Symposium on Robotics and Industrial Automation will take place at OST in Rapperswil. Over 30 exhibitors and 10 presentations will highlight innovations under the theme “Technology and Innovation for a Resilient Future – from Research to Industrial Advantage,” opened by Keynote speaker Dr Alessandro Curioni of IBM Research.
Registration link:
www.ost.ch/swissautomation

Cobotic Discovery Day #2
2026-09-10 08:00 - 13:00 | S3C, Switzerland Innovation Park Biel/Bienne, Aarbergstrasse 46,, Biel/Bienne
The second edition of our exclusive CBC Showcase Event. Building on the success of last year, this edition will feature two brand-new Cobotic Base Cells (CBCs) and adaptations of our existing setup of ten cells.

Innovation Day Zug 2026
2026-09-15 16:30 - 21:00
Zug Innovation Day is the annual hub for anyone who wants to know what will set the tone tomorrow. We bring together doers, enthusiasts and entrepreneurs to experience ‘made in Zug’ innovation first-hand. From 90-second tech sprints to in-depth keynotes and an interactive exhibition: it’s the evening when abstract ideas become real, tangible solutions. Short, snappy and right at the heart of the region.
The Event will be in German!

Humanoid Robotics World Challenge 2026
2026-09-24 08:00 - 2026-09-25 17:00
The world’s first challenge where humanoid robots compete head-to-head across real industry verticals — no simulations, no shortcuts. Organised by the Humanoid Robotics Association Switzerland.

Contrat Social 4.0
2026-09-26 08:00 - 17:00
An interactive robotic installation by the artist Madeline Gannon. The Museum Night will be celebrating its 25th anniversary. For this special edition, the museums are pulling out all the stops and transforming the city into one huge party: exhibitions, performances, talks, surprises and unique experiences will punctuate the day and evening, from 2 pm until midnight. At Archizoom, we’re offering an immersive experience surrounded by robotic arms and construction sites with the exhibition Do Robots Dream of Construction Sites?, as well as bespoke guided tours and an interactive art installation where you can interact directly with the robots.

Smart Factory Technologies
2026-09-29 08:00 - 2026-10-01 17:00
Gain a practical understanding of the technologies driving Industry 4.0 and 5.0 through a three-day hands-on programme at the Swiss Smart Factory. Participants explore digital manufacturing systems, smart operations, and collaborative robotics through expert-led sessions, live demonstrations, and visits to leading industrial facilities. Designed for decision-makers and technical professionals, the programme bridges strategic vision with real-world implementation.

Gravis Robotics x Foxglove: Zurich Robotics Night
2026-09-29 18:00 - 22:00
​Gravis Robotics and Foxglove are teaming up to get the local robotics crowd in one room for real technical content and good conversation.
​Gravis will take the stage on rebuilding a robot’s nervous system — moving beyond ROS2 toward a scalable, safety-certifiable open-source stack, while keeping the machine operational at every step of the migration. Foxglove joins on how you keep watch while you rewire a robot mid-run.

Innovation Day - SFITS Accelerator Program
2026-10-12 16:30 - 19:00
Annual event dedicated to the SFITS Innovation Programme, which aims to support and accelerate the emergence and development of new interventional and surgical techniques and technologies.
Event Programme
16:30 – Participant reception16:45–16:50 – Welcome address by Prof. Hoffmeyer, President of SFITS16:50–17:00 – Address by Mr. Mardini, Director of HUG17:00–17:30 – Startup pitches and testimonials17:30–18:15 – Workshop tour18:15 – Cocktail reception

ArtTech Hack Zürich
2026-10-23 08:00 - 2026-10-25 17:00
Hackathon joining engineers, researchers and artists; robotics community participation including Women in Robotics Switzerland, with a track in robotics. Where technology, science, and AI research meet artistic innovation

Onsite Practical Robotics
2026-10-29 08:00 - 17:00
Build a practical foundation in industrial robotics through a one-day hands-on training that combines simulation and real robot operation. Using PhygiTrain, S3C’s phygital training environment, participants explore robot programming fundamentals, task validation, and workflow testing before transferring selected exercises to a physical robot. The course provides a clear understanding of how robotic applications are developed, tested, and deployed in modern industrial environments.

SRA organized event --> Swiss Robotics Day 2026
2026-11-13 08:00 - 17:00 | StageOne Event & Convention Center, Zurich
This is an SRA organized event
Swiss Robotics Day is Switzerland’s flagship robotics expo & networking forum. Includes industry and academic exhibitions, keynote talks, startup pitches and awards. A national meeting point uniting stakeholders across the Swiss robotics ecosystem.
The 2026 edition is organized by Swiss Robotics Association and ETH Zurich RobotX.

7th Food Industry Innovation Forum
2026-11-24 08:00 - 17:00
The Food Industry Innovation Forum promotes knowledge and technology transfer in Tänikon for the benefit of the entire food value chain. The conference is aimed at representatives from research, industry, commerce, services, agriculture, politics and administration, as well as anyone interested in the agricultural and food industry.

An exhibition - Do Robots Dream of Construction Sites?
2026-12-05 08:00 - 17:00
What if robots didn’t replace us, but worked alongside us? Robots are capable of assembling, analysing, experimenting and learning from their mistakes. Could they take on construction work without replacing human labour? Research carried out by the CRCL – Lab for Creative Computation at EPFL explores a form of collaboration between humans and machines that departs from the traditional promise of automation. It opens the way to more inclusive building sites and non-standardised, more environmentally friendly architecture that goes beyond the mere logic of replacement and productivity.
An exhibition produced in collaboration with the CRCL – Lab for Creative Computation, led by Stefana Parascho

RehabWeek 2027
2027-05-31 08:00 - 2027-06-04 17:00
RehabWeek is the world’s premier gathering at the intersection of robotics, rehabilitation, and clinical innovation that brings together engineers, clinicians, researchers, and industry under one roof, and ICORR is part of it.
Important Dates & Deadlines

14 September 2026, Abstract/Paper Submission Opens
01 October 2026, Workshop Submission Deadline
17 November 2026, Abstract/Paper Submission Deadline
01 December 2026, Registration Opens
05 April 2027, Early Bird Registration Deadline
