Rainbow Robotics, Neuromeka, and Samhyun will exhibit near Seoul from November 4 to 7; NVIDIA and Qualcomm will participate in the conference.
Goyang, Korea, November 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ROBOTWORLD 2026 will bring together 402 companies from 17 countries at the Korea International Exhibition Center (KINTEX) from November 4 to 7. With 1,198 booths, the exhibition will explore how physical AI and AI-driven manufacturing systems are being developed for industrial applications.
International exhibitors will include Advantech from Taiwan, China; Fanuc from Japan; and Booster Robotics, PAXINI, and Unitree Robotics from China. A delegation of 10 technology companies from Canada will attend the exhibition and conference, and companies from India and Bangladesh will make their debut at ROBOTWORLD.
The 2026 International Robotics Business Conference will take place on November 4–5, featuring 36 breakout sessions extending the discussion on industrial applications. The conference will host three thematic tracks—Manufacturing AX (AI Transformation), Embodied Intelligent Humanoid Robots, and Mobility—focusing on AI applications in manufacturing, robotic intelligence, and mobility in industrial and service environments. Representatives from Qualcomm and Advantech will speak in the Manufacturing AX track, while NVIDIA speakers will present in the “Embodied Intelligent Humanoid Robots” track. Qualcomm will also be a sponsor of the event.
According to the International Federation of Robotics' "World Robotics 2026" report, global installations of industrial robots reached a record 603,307 units in 2025, an 11% increase from the previous year and the first time surpassing 600,000 units. Asia accounted for 76% of global new installations, totaling 457,315 units, a 14% year-over-year increase. The report forecasts that global installations will reach 655,000 units in 2026, reflecting the ongoing expansion of industrial automation.
Under this industry context, this year’s exhibition will showcase physical AI technologies that enable robots to perceive their surroundings, assess conditions, and perform physical tasks. Korean exhibitors will highlight task intelligence, along with the underlying platforms and components that support movement and manipulation.
Rainbow Robotics will showcase its RBY mobile humanoid robot and RBQ quadruped robot series; Neuromeka will demonstrate its Physical Skill Foundation (PSF) technology, along with the EIR humanoid robot and NAMI mobile humanoid robot platform. Neuromeka states that PSF enables task execution in environments with unfamiliar objects and changing conditions. Samhyun will present its AXLON actuator series for robotic joint actuation, torque control, and linear motion, as well as the BOLDUM autonomous transport robot for industrial material handling, with a maximum load capacity of 3 metric tons.
In addition to individual robots, the exhibition will explore AI-driven manufacturing systems that integrate collaborative robots, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), machine vision, and manufacturing software. Exhibitors will demonstrate how to use process data and material flow to guide the operation of robots and equipment in production processes.
The humanoid robotics, food technology, and healthcare exhibits will each focus on these technologies and their applications. The newly introduced humanoid robotics exhibit will cover complete systems, actuators, reducers, sensors, controllers, and AI software. The food technology exhibit will showcase cooking, service, and kitchen automation. The returning healthcare exhibit will cover surgical, rehabilitation, wearable, and caregiving robots, as well as hospital logistics.
The business event will connect technology demonstrations with procurement, export, and investment opportunities. Export and procurement matchmaking sessions will be held from November 4 to 6, arranging pre-scheduled one-on-one meetings for suppliers and potential buyers. On November 5, an international market entry seminar will also be held, providing practical information on certification requirements in different countries.
The Global Scale-up Day on November 6 will target small and medium-sized enterprises and startups in the AI and robotics sectors seeking investment and growth capital. The event will be conducted entirely in English and will bring together venture capital firms, accelerators, strategic investors, and M&A experts.
A representative from ROBOTWORLD said: “With increased global corporate participation and the addition of national and thematic pavilions, we hope this year’s exhibition will showcase the capabilities of Korean robotics companies and expand opportunities for practical collaboration between Korean and international businesses.”
ROBOTWORLD 2026 will be held in Halls 3 to 5 of Building 1 at the KINTEX Exhibition Center in Goyang City. For information on exhibitors, conference sessions, and business events, visit https://eng.robotworld.or.kr/.
About ROBOTWORLD
ROBOTWORLD is an international robotics exhibition covering industrial and service robots, core components, AI software, and manufacturing automation solutions, along with accompanying conferences and business events. ROBOTWORLD 2026 is hosted by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy (MOTIE) of Korea, and co-organized by the Korea AI Robotics Industry Association (KAR), the Korea Institute of Robotics and Industry Advancement (KIRIA), and the Institute of Control, Robotics and Systems (ICROS).