Industrial Automation, Robots and Unmanned Vehicles Event Calendar

The UAS industry is in the midst of an economic and technological evolution. The 20th annual UAS Summit and Expo - set in Grand Forks, North Dakota, near the heart of some of the most prominent U.S. UAS activity currently happening - is set to showcase and explain the evolution of UAVs while revealing the current state of the commercial UAS industry. It’s the original epicenter of drone research, earned its place as the Silicon Valley of Drones and as you'll see from the commercial, government and military flight activity filling the sky of the Northern Plains and beyond every day, it has truly become America’s UAS proving grounds.

WIEM 2026 will be held October 15-17, 2026 at Tanzhou Exhibition Centre, Foshan, China. Focusing on industrial automation and robotics, this exhibition will showcase industry trends, the latest R&D achievements, and practical implementation solutions. It enables global industrial buyers to complete the full procurement cycle—from product sampling to tracing the origins of core components—meeting essential needs to dive deeper into the prosperous supply chain of the Greater Bay Area in China. Email - sales4@grandeurhk.com

PACK EXPO International 2026 is set to be the most expansive, most dynamic packaging and processing show of the year. With attendees from 40+ vertical industries and over 2,600 exhibitors coming together, the possibilities for connection, innovation and sales are endless!

RoboBusiness is the # 1 event for commercial robotics developers. Attendees will gain the latest insights from experts in robotics and AI on cutting-edge research, industry trends, and innovative applications of robotics in various sectors such as manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, logistics, and more. The event agenda features over 30 sessions to choose from with compelling keynotes and actionable content delivered by robotics innovators. The expo floor will showcase live demonstrations of robotic systems, allowing participants to witness firsthand the capabilities and potential of these technologies. Additional networking opportunities include an Oktoberfest themed welcome reception, a mix and mingle evening reception and an after hours event at a local restaurant.

FABTECH will bring together over 40,000 buyers and manufacturers to explore 1,500+ world-class suppliers, discover innovative solutions, and find the tools to improve productivity and increase profits. There is no better opportunity to network, share knowledge and explore the latest technology. Gain insights into industry trends that will help you prepare for what's ahead.

?We’re bringing the energy, utility & construction Robotics/UAV/Data & Physical AI leaders together in Houston, and you’re invited! Check out the latest in industrial cutting-edge drone, robotics & data / AI & digital twin technology, program forecasts & tech updates. ?This is the fall meetup of the Energy Drone | Robotics | Data/Geospatial | Physical AI crowd, with over 100 leaders attending. Enjoy beer, bites and bots!

Demand for robotics is at an all-time high and robot safety is paramount to your success. Hosted by the Association for Advancing Automation, the International Robot Safety Conference (IRSC) will examine key issues in robot safety and provide an in-depth overview of current industry standards and best practices. As robotic applications continue to become more advanced, more capable and more popular, the need for comprehensive robot safety knowledge increases exponentially. For more than 35 years, companies have relied on this conference to improve their team’s knowledge about robots, safety, and risk assessment.

Humanoid Europe 2026 is the Europe–China Humanoid Robot & Physical AI Summit in Munich, Germany, on 5–6 November 2026. TaasLabs organises it with co-organiser VTW, co-located with AES Europe 2026, the Automotive Ethernet Summit. Four sessions with 23 speakers from industry and research cover embodied AI, supply chains and mass production, robot safety and security, and commercial applications.

The 6th Annual Military Vehicle Systems Summit, developed in partnership with the National Advanced Mobility Consortium (NAMC), will convene senior leaders, engineers, and acquisition professionals from across the Military Services, industry, and academia to examine how next-generation ground platforms are conceived, designed, and sustained in an era of rapid modernization and great-power competition. Speakers will discuss platforms such as the XM30 and M-1E3 Abrams, the Amphibious Combat Vehicle, SOF mobility platforms, and connected combat vehicles, the program will focus on translating concepts into fielded capability through rapid prototyping, digital engineering, and tighter integration between requirements, S&T, and acquisition communities. It will highlight how formations are preparing for high-intensity ground combat, balancing modernization with readiness, and integrating new vehicles, sensors, and C2 architectures into brigade, division, and joint operations.

The A3 Business Forum is the world’s leading annual networking event for robotics, vision & imaging, motion control & motors, and artificial intelligence industry professionals. Speakers are dedicated to help you improve and grow your business. Over 700 global automation leaders attend the A3 Business Forum each year. Come and see why this is the most anticipated networking event in the industry.

BlockDown Festival Dubai brings together robotics, AI, Web3, creators and culture. The two-day festival connects founders, investors, builders, global brands and creators through talks, panels, technology showcases, networking, brand activations and live entertainment.

The Industrial Robotics Trade Fair is a key event that brings together industry leaders, innovators, and professionals, offering a platform for presenting modern solutions and exchanging experiences. Attendees have the opportunity to learn about the latest technologies in robotics and production automation.

Geo Week 2027 will maintain the event's core mission of bringing together geospatial and mapping professionals to explore how data, maps, and advanced technologies create data-informed solutions for complex challenges. Salt Lake City's positioning as a major city at the intersection of alpine mountains, desert environments, and the Great Salt Lake creates an ideal location to showcase real-world geospatial applications.

The Artificial Intelligence & Data Science Conference on April 08-10, 2027 in Singapore, is one of the world's leading international conferences aimed at gathering world-class researchers, academicians, industry experts, and students to present and discuss the recent innovations in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, and Data Science. The program aims to offer both theoretical and practical viewpoints with keynote talks by worldwide experts, oral and poster sessions, panel sessions, exhibitions, and courses. Participants will learn newer methods in AI and Data Science, explore real-world use cases, and participate in discussions regarding ethical, social, and technological issues across healthcare, finance, education, and smart cities. Phone - +91 6302591260 Email - datascience@averconferences.com

With rapid advances in artificial intelligence, perception technology, material science, and human–machine interaction, humanoid robotics is entering a new era of opportunity. From industrial automation to healthcare, from service industries to emergency response, humanoid robots are becoming indispensable partners in human society. To foster innovation and industrial collaboration, the 2nd EMEA Humanoid Robot Summit 2027 will be held in Germany, bringing together leading research institutions, global corporations, investors, and policymakers to explore the theme “Coexisting with Intelligence: The Future of Human–Robot Symbiosis.” The summit will focus on the latest progress in core technologies, manufacturing ecosystems, ethics and safety, and real-world applications. Within Europe’s open and responsible technology ecosystem, this summit will not only serve as a leading platform for technological exchange but also as a key driver for the sustainable and ethical development of humanoid robotics worldwide. We look forward to welcoming scientists, entrepreneurs, and policymakers from around the world to co-create the next chapter of the intelligent humanoid era.

The Manufacturing Technology Series EAST features EASTEC in West Springfield, Massachusetts. The event will take place in a region considered an epicenter of traditional manufacturing. Historically, more than 500 companies have connected at this event to network, learn from industry experts and explore the latest manufacturing technologies. More than 10% of the regional gross domestic product is derived from manufacturing, stemming from 2.5 million manufacturing jobs and $418.2 billion in total manufacturing output from more than 62,000 manufacturing companies. This three-day event provides manufacturing professionals with the ideal opportunity to make and renew connections, explore the latest in manufacturing technology, and shape the future of business. The Manufacturing Technology Series EAST event has been providing solutions to manufacturing challenges for more than 35 years. Attendees work in a variety of industries, including aerospace, automotive, medical, defense, industrial, commercial machinery, and more.

The 8th annual IDGA Counter-UAS Summit provides a forum comprised of key decision-makers and senior military leaders for discussions on ways to collaboratively combat the threat of UAS to the United States military and civilians. Across two days of learning and collaboration we will engage our audience with high level discussions surrounding kinetic and non-kinetic approaches for countering drones, including exploring case studies on specific incidents, insights into the latest innovative CUAS technologies, the impact of shifting legal authorities, and much more. IDGA’s Counter-UAS Summit will provide you the unique opportunity to network, connect, and learn from the most influential thought leaders and practitioners, all tirelessly dedicated to mitigating this multi-domain challenge.