Odense Week of Robotics 2026: The Danish Takeover

About the Event

For one week in May, the centre of the robotics universe quietly shifts to a city you might otherwise only know from the pages of a Hans Christian Andersen book. Forget Silicon Valley; from 5-8 May 2026, Odense, Denmark, plays host to the Week of Robotics—an ambitious, city-wide convergence of the sharpest minds and most sophisticated automation tech on the planet. This isn’t just another dry industry conference with lukewarm coffee and recycled PowerPoint decks. It is a deep-dive immersion into one of the world’s most concentrated and influential robotics clusters.

Organised by Odense Robotics, this event series is a masterfully curated experience designed for tech pioneers, C-suite decision-makers, engineers, and anyone with a vested interest in the future of autonomous systems. Whether you’re looking to strike up international partnerships, scout for “the next big thing” in tech, or simply understand how Denmark managed to corner the global market on collaborative robots, this is your epicentre.

Attendees will get an unfiltered look at the ecosystem that has birthed industry titans and a relentless conveyor belt of high-growth startups. The week is packed with distinct, high-impact events, ensuring that whether your focus is global strategy, hands-on engineering, or high-level networking, your time will be exceptionally well spent.

Program Highlights

The week is anchored by two flagship events, bolstered by a series of focused gatherings designed to bridge the gaps between specific corners of the industry.

• Global Robotics Cluster Assembly (5 May): The week kicks off with a high-level summit of international robotics organisations. The brief is simple but ambitious: to bolster collaboration across global ecosystems and tackle the shared challenges of a rapidly evolving field.
• NextGen Robotics LIVE (6 May): A brand-new international conference aimed squarely at what’s over the horizon. Expect world-class keynotes covering AI, humanoid robotics, and cybersecurity, alongside an “Engineering Arena” where companies will pull back the curtain on groundbreaking innovations. This is where you’ll hear what’s coming next, straight from the people actually building it.
• Women in Robotics Breakfast (7 May): Hosted by Odense Robotics, Teknologisk Institut, and DIRA, this event shines a spotlight on the talent and perspective women bring to the sector. It’s a dedicated space for high-value collaboration and networking.
• ROBOTBRAG (7-8 May): The long-standing heavy-hitter of the week. This isn’t a theoretical showcase; it’s a place where market leaders and startups put their tech through its paces in the real world. If you want to see how robotics actually meets practical application, ROBOTBRAG is the place to be.

Featured Speakers

The 2026 speaker lineup is already looking formidable, featuring heavyweights from every corner of the industry. While the full programme is being updated constantly, confirmed speakers for the NextGen Robotics LIVE conference include:

• Arnaud Robert, President of Robotics at Hexagon
• Marina Bill, Global Head of Marketing & Sales at ABB and Vice Chair of the IFR Industrial Robot Suppliers Committee
• Mikko Hyppönen, Chief Research Officer at WithSecure, a legend in cybersecurity focusing on the front lines of digital warfare
• Nicolas Heess, Director of Robotics at Google DeepMind
• Lukas Ziegler, Founder at Botnanza and a prominent voice in the robotics community
• Jeff Burnstein, President of the Association for Advancing Automation (A3)

This lineup promises a potent mix of corporate strategy, deep technical insight, and a sharp look at the economic and security implications of the next generation of robotics.

Schedule

Day 1 - 5 May

• All Day: Global Robotics Cluster Assembly – An exclusive, closed-door gathering for international robotics organisations to foster cross-border collaboration.

Day 2 - 6 May

• All Day: NextGen Robotics LIVE – The main conference event, featuring headline keynotes, technical workshops, and the Industry Discovery Zone.
• Evening: After Hours at Storms Pakhus – Informal networking and a chance to unwind in a vibrant street food market, just a short stroll from the venue.

Day 3 - 7 May

• Morning: Women in Robotics Breakfast – A networking session at Teknologisk Institut celebrating the women leading the field.
• All Day: ROBOTBRAG Day 1 – The exhibition floor opens its doors, featuring live, high-octane demonstrations from the industry’s leading firms.
• All Day: Delegation Tours – International guests can join curated tours of world-class facilities, including the SDU Centre for Large Structure Production and the UAS Denmark Test Centre.

Day 4 - 8 May

• All Day: ROBOTBRAG Day 2 – The final day of the technology showcase, with a heavy focus on skills development and knowledge sharing.

Registration

Ready to plug into the beating heart of European robotics? You can register for all events, including the flagship NextGen Robotics LIVE and ROBOTBRAG, through a single portal.

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Participation in certain events, such as NextGen Robotics LIVE, is free of charge, though registration is strictly mandatory. It’s worth noting that no-show fees apply to prevent waste—a refreshingly pragmatic Danish touch. Dual event tickets are available for those wanting full access to both NextGen Robotics LIVE and ROBOTBRAG. For any specific enquiries, you can reach the organisers directly via the Odense Robotics website.