iREX 2027

December 01 - December 04, 2027
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo, Japan

International Robot Exhibition Japan's flagship robotics trade show

The International Robot Exhibition was first held in 1974, and it has been held once every two years since then, marking the 27th exhibition. It is highly regarded both in Japan and abroad as one of the largest robot exhibitions in the world.

The 2025 International Robot Exhibition was held under the theme of “Sustainable Societies Through Robotics” with the aim of creating industries and solving social issues through the coexistence and collaboration of humans and robots.

State-of-the-art robots and robot-related technology including AI, ICT, and component technologies will all be on display throughout the event.

For further information about the 2027 event and visitor registration, please refer to the website link below.

International Robot Safety Conference

November 02 - November 04, 2027
Indianapolis, IN

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 2027 (IRSC) will offer conference sessions and workshops that examine key issues in robot safety and provides an in-depth overview of current industry standards and best-practices.

A3 Business Forum

January 18 - January 20, 2027
Orlando, FL, USA

Exclusive A3 members' event

The A3 Business Forum is the 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.

Events

Robot Conference Robotbaserad Automation

September 15 - September 16, 2027
Jönköping Congress Center, Sweden

The robot conference is aimed at small and medium-sized companies that want to implement robotic automation.

The Swedish Industrial Robot Association (SWIRA) will hold its Conference and exhibition on Robot-Based Automation on 15–16 September 2027 at the Elmia Congress Centre in Jönköping, Sweden. Organized in collaboration with partners including Elmia Automation and the Swedish Agency for Economic and Regional Growth, the conference will explore how innovation, smart automation, and digitalization can support sustainable growth and strengthen the competitiveness of Swedish manufacturing.

Automate 2027

May 10 - May 13, 2027
Las Vegas, NV, USA

The latest in robotics, machine vision, AI, motion control, and more

Automate is more than a trade show. It’s where people, insights, and automation technologies converge to shape what’s next. Each year, engineers, business leaders, integrators, and innovators come together to explore how automation is shaping the way work gets done. From robotics and AI to motion control, machine vision, and beyond, the answers are here.

Events

automatica

June 22 - June 25, 2027
Messe Munich exhibition center, Germany

trade fair for smart automation and robotics

Solution-oriented. Practice-driven. Future-focused.

Questions need answers; complexity demands clarity. automatica anticipates the industry's challenges and translates them into concrete solutions. Its mission: to provide orientation—and equip companies with the tools they need to advance their day-to-day business and make strategic decisions with confidence. For greater competitiveness and future readiness.

As a technology platform, automatica offers the world's largest portfolio of robotics and automation solutions across the entire value chain, while putting major topics such as Physical AI, Healthtech, and Humanoid Robotics into focus.

Innovative thinking and practical relevance? They are as much a part of the leading exhibition as knowledge and technology transfer. automatica brings together all the key players from industry, research, and society to break down barriers, initiate partnerships, and improve market conditions. The future of the industry? It takes shape here.

ROBONEXT

December 02 - December 04, 2026
INTEX, Osaka, Japan

The Japan Robot Association (JARA) and THE NIKKAN KOGYO SHIMBUN, LTD., organizers of iREX one of the world's largest international robot exhibitions will launch a new robotics trade show.

“RoboNext” is designed to expand the possibilities of robot utilization, offer opportunities for hands-on experiences, and showcase a future where humans and robots progress together.

To keep pace with the rapid evolution of technologies such as AI robotics, the exhibition will present cutting-edge innovations and support the advancement of the robotics industry. It also aims to foster collaboration with next-generation talent to shape the future.

We sincerely look forward to your participation in RoboNext.

Events

European Robotics Forum 2027

March 02 - March 04, 2027
Birmingham, UK

18th European Robotics Forum 2027

The European Robotics Forum (ERF) is the leading event for the European robotics and AI community, bringing together over 1,000 participants from industry, academia, and the public sector. Held annually in a different European city, ERF is the go-to platform to explore cutting-edge technologies, foster collaboration, and address the latest challenges and trends shaping the future of robotics in Europe.

IFR Secretariat

The General Secretariat is responsible for the daily management of IFR and the coordination of all major activities, events and collaboration. The General Secretariat handles all questions regarding IFR membership.

Dr. Susanne Bieller

IFR General Secretary

Phone: +49 69-6603-1502
E-Mail: secretariat(at)ifr.org

Silke Lampe

Communication Manager

Phone: +49 69-6603-1697
E-Mail: secretariat(at)ifr.org