Date: Thursday, 8 October 2026
Location: Fotomuseum Rotterdam (ZES)
Time: 15:00 – 18:30
Step into the future of efficiency at Meet the Robots, an exclusive live experience in collaboration with our member Let’s Robot.
Discover how intelligent service and cleaning robots are transforming industries such as hospitality, healthcare, retail, offices, and events.
During this interactive showcase, guests will experience live robot demonstrations, meet the technology up close, and explore how robotics can increase efficiency, support teams, and elevate customer experience. From autonomous cleaning robots to smart service assistants, this event offers a unique glimpse into the future of work — where innovation and human service go hand in hand.
Preliminary Programme
15:00 – 15:20 | Registration & Walk-in
15:20 – 15:30 | Opening Speech by NCBC
15:30 – 16:30 | Presentations
(1) Robotics Trends from China – Bas van Amerongen
Latest innovations, connected robot ecosystems & future applications
(2) World’s First Autonomous AI-Robot Chef – Felix Butterwegge (Commercial Director, Circus group)
High-quality meals at industrial speed, with zero compromises on freshness or flavour.
(3) Robotics Today – Menno Eijck
Service & cleaning robots in hospitality, retail, hotels, airports & more
16:30 – 17:30 | Live Demo & Interaction
Hands-on robot demonstrations & Q&A
17:30 – 18:30 | Drinks / Meet & Greet
Networking drinks, bites & informal demos