Empa, Dübendorf — Switzerland · Sep 24–25, 2026

Blueprint for the Future of Humanoid Robotics

The world's first championship where humanoid robots compete head-to-head across real industry verticals — no simulations, no shortcuts. Organised by the Humanoid Robotics Association Switzerland.

September 24–25, 2026 Empa Campus Zurich, Switzerland

5Competition Verticals

2Days of Competition

ZurichHost City, Switzerland

GlobalParticipating Teams

Competition Verticals

Five industries.
One championship.

Full Category Details

Healthcare & Assistance

Home-Care Decathlon

Robots assist elderly individuals with daily living activities — medication delivery, mobility support, and emergency response — inside a simulated home environment.

Retail & Customer Service

Pop-Up Store Sprint

Deploy a fully operational retail pop-up: stock shelves, guide customers, process payments, and handle real-time inventory — all within a timed sprint.

Warehouse & Logistics

Hybrid Fulfilment Relay

Navigate a dynamic warehouse environment — pick, sort, and pack mixed-weight parcels under a live order queue with human co-workers present.

Industrial Inspection

Resilience Challenge

Traverse complex industrial sites, identify structural anomalies, and report findings in real time. Robots are scored on accuracy, speed, and terrain adaptability.

Education & Social

Classroom Co-Tutor Cup

Lead an interactive learning session for a diverse group of students, adapting to questions, managing classroom dynamics, and explaining complex concepts clearly.

Future Vertical

Coming Soon

A sixth competition vertical will be unveiled as the championship approaches. Follow us for announcements — the next frontier of humanoid robotics is being written now.

Why Compete

Built for robots
that work

HRWC is not an academic showcase. Every challenge is drawn from real commercial deployments. Your robot must handle real environments, real objects, and real time pressure.

Prove Real-World Capability

HRWC tasks are designed around actual industry problems. Winning here means your robot works outside the lab — in conditions that matter.

Unmatched Global Visibility

Compete in front of industry decision-makers, investors, and media from across the global robotics and technology landscape.

Access to an Elite Ecosystem

Connect with champions, advisors, and partners who are actively deploying humanoid robots in commercial settings today.

The Event

Zurich, September 2026. Empa's world-class facilities host two full days of live competition, exhibition, and industry dialogue.

Countdown to Event

107Days

15Hours

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