Robotics

On 18 September 2025, the UK and United States published a Memorandum of Understanding called the Technology Prosperity Deal, committing the two governments to deepen cooperation in a range of science and technology areas

View the key announcements relating to the UK's robotics sector

#UnleashInnovation – techUK's Technology and Innovation programme is excited to host its flagship innovation campaign week, taking place from 23–27 June 2025, as part of the Unleashing Innovation initiative.

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Find out how our members are exploring and enabling the future of productivity & automation.

Find out how the funding will be allocated and read the full announcement.

Discover the key technologies, opportunities and challenges in this space.

Members and stakeholders can submit blogs or vlogs exploring the future of productivity & automation.

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We were pleased to host our fifth Fire Innovation Forum session with a focus on drones' application in fire and rescue services.

Read and watch a summary of techUK’s event exploring how robotics and automation will shape jobs in the future.

Guest blog by the Government Office for Science as part of our #UnleashInnovation week 2025.

Guest blog by Fahana Jabin from Applied Data Science Partners as part of our #UnleashInnovation week 2025.

Guest blog by Vincent Korstanje from Kigen as part of our #UnleashInnovation week 2025.

Guest blog by Naomi Battison from The National Robotarium as part of our #UnleashInnovation week 2025.

Learn about the technologies, challenges & opportunities behind humanoids in the UK.

Breakthroughs in AI are transforming robotic abilities, but the development of robot bodies has not kept pace with advances in computation.

AI and automation are no longer futuristic concepts; they are transforming industries today, redefining efficiency, and reshaping how businesses operate.

In today's business landscape, the adoption of AI has become a given, but productive applications of generative artificial intelligence (AI) are less exciting than the hype suggests.

Automation has long been seen as a way of boosting productivity within enterprises. However, the UK lags behind other countries in this process.

The modern NHS doesn’t just need better analytics — it needs smarter systems. Systems that reduce manual effort guide decision-making and ensure every insight is secure, explainable, and auditable.

As robotics continue to transform industries—from manufacturing and logistics to healthcare and smart cities—one of the key challenges remains interoperability.

The financial sector is increasingly recognising the need for AI systems that combine the power of Large Language Models with the precision and accountability of deterministic systems.

Our automation journey over the past two decades shows why experimentation is such a crucial step in product development.

Reinforcement Learning (RL) and Computer Vision (CV) are no longer emerging technologies on the horizon—they’re already shaping the way UK industries function and compete.

Find out how our members are exploring and enabling the future of productivity & automation.