World Robot Conference 2026 (WRC 2026)
World Robot Conference 2026 is a major global robotics event that gathers experts, companies, research institutions, and practitioners across the robotics ecosystem. Since its first edition in 2015, WRC has evolved into a platform connecting industrial ecosystems, showcasing technical achievements, and promoting collaboration across national and industrial boundaries.
Event at a glance
Dates: August 19, 2026 – August 23, 2026
Duration: 5 Days
Location: Beijing, China
Event status: PAST
Main themes
Humanoid robotics
Robotics software and simulation
Industrial automation
Intelligent robotics and research
Why this event matters
WRC is important for tracking China's robotics ecosystem, supplier landscape, humanoid activity, industrial robot adoption, and government-industry priorities. It is a strong market-intelligence event for anyone watching Asian robotics commercialization.
Speakers and community
Ying Chen - listed corresponding chair for WRC 2026 and public conference contact. | World Robot Conference expert speakers - Chinese and international robotics experts across industry, research and policy. | Enterprise presenters - robotics companies showcasing industrial, service and humanoid robots. | Research-institute speakers - contributors presenting ecosystem, standards and technology achievements.
Venue and setting
Yichuang Convention and Exhibition Center, Beijing
Previous editions
WRC has run since 2015 and has accumulated more than a decade of editions before WRC 2026.
