Accelerating Robotics Innovation and Adoption in Thames Valley Panel
The UK continues to lag behind other advanced economies when it comes to industrial robotics adoption. With just 119 robots per 10,000 manufacturing workers, compared with a global average of 162, and with customer demands increasing, labour shortages continuing, and pressure to improve productivity growing, many UK businesses risk missing out on the benefits robotics can offer.
Join robotics innovators, industry experts, technology suppliers and businesses that have already adopted robotics for a panel discussion exploring both sides of the challenge: how robotics companies can successfully bring their solutions to market, and how businesses can overcome the barriers to adopting them.
The forum will explore how robotics companies can educate businesses about robotics adoption, showcase tangible value, and build trust with potential customers. We will also hear from businesses adopted robotics, there reason why, the challenges and impact of adoption.
Applications close on Thursday 15th October 2026.
About the Panel
Mujin said “Robotics is no longer a futuristic concept; it is reshaping how products move through manufacturing and logistics every day.”
Although robotics is transforming industries, many businesses remain hesitant to take the next step. Adopting robotics goes far beyond acquiring the technology itself, with businesses needing to consider everything from integration and data requirements to workforce skills, safety and the wider operational changes needed to successfully deploy robotics.
Hear from Stefano Debolini, a Technology & Digital Regulation expert, alongside robotics innovators and businesses that have successfully adopted robotics. Through real-world case studies and practical insights, the panel will explore the realities of robotics adoption, what businesses need to confidently take the next step, and how robotics companies can better support customers throughout the entire adoption journey.
Agenda
10:30 - 11:00 | Arrival & Networking
11:00 – 11:10 | Welcome & Introductions
11:15 – 11:50 | Panel Discussion
11:50 – 12:05 | Refreshment Break
12:05 – 12:30 | Audience Q&A
12:30 – 13:15 | Networking Lunch
Why Attend the Panel
Robotics isn’t just for multinational businesses; we will explore how businesses can overcome the practical barriers to adoption and how robotics innovators can support Thames Valley businesses with this.
- Learn from businesses that have already adopted robotics about the challenges, realities, value and lessons learnt.
- Hear what businesses really need from robotics providers and how they can build trust with businesses.
- Build valuable connections with robotics businesses and SME’s looking to adopt robotics.
Who is it for
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