IFR Executive Roundtable 2025 – Munich (automatica)
- Date
- 2025-06-25
- Location
- automatica, Messe München, Munich, Germany
- Host
- International Federation of Robotics (IFR)
About this event
Europe’s robotics sector is at a turning point. At the IFR Executive Roundtable 2025 – Munich (automatica), senior leaders and industry peers will come together to examine the global robotics market, review preliminary 2024 data, and discuss a question that matters across manufacturing, automation, and policy: how can Europe step up its game? Set in person at automatica in Messe München, this roundtable is designed for people who want more than a high-level headline. It’s a focused forum for informed discussion, grounded in current market signals and shaped by the people actively building, deploying, and leading the future of industrial robotics. About the Event The IFR Executive Roundtable is a conversation-driven gathering built around market insight, executive perspective, and practical industry exchange. With the 2025 edition taking place during automatica in Munich, the event brings together the energy of one of the sector’s key global meeting points with a topic that is especially relevant for Europe right now. At the center of the discussion is the theme: “Global Robotics Market: How can Europe step up its game?” That framing makes this more than a market update. It is an opportunity to look closely at where global robotics adoption is moving, how Europe compares, and what needs to happen for the region to strengthen its position in industrial robotics. The event will also present preliminary 2024 global robotics data, giving attendees an early view into the state of the market. For executives, operators, investors, ecosystem builders, and robotics professionals, that makes the roundtable especially useful: the discussion is anchored in real numbers, not speculation. Because this is a roundtable format, attendees can expect a setting that values exchange over one-way presentation. The emphasis is on thoughtful discussion, informed viewpoints, and meaningful networking with others who are paying close attention to the future of robotics in Europe and beyond. What to Expect Expect a program centered on market context, strategic discussion, and peer connection. The roundtable theme naturally invites both a macro and practical lens: global trends on one hand, and Europe’s concrete opportunities and challenges on the other. Attendees can expect the event to cover topics such as: Preliminary 2024 global robotics data and what the early signals suggest Europe’s position in the global robotics market Industrial robotics adoption trends across regions and sectors Competitive pressures and growth opportunities for European robotics stakeholders Open discussion and executive exchange around what Europe needs to do next As part of the broader automatica environment, the event also sits in the middle of a larger ecosystem conversation. That matters: many attendees will already be at the show to evaluate technologies, meet partners, and track market direction. The roundtable provides a dedicated space to step back from the exhibition floor and discuss the bigger picture with people who understand both the commercial and strategic stakes. The networking dimension is equally important. This is a strong fit for people who value substantive conversations over casual mingling. Whether you’re leading a robotics business, shaping automation strategy, following industrial market trends, or building relationships across the robotics ecosystem, the setting is designed to support informed, relevant discussion. Why Attend If you work in robotics or industrial automation, market context is not optional. Decisions around product strategy, regional expansion, investment, partnerships, and deployment all depend on understanding where the industry is heading. This roundtable offers a chance to engage with that question directly, with a specific focus on Europe’s next moves. The presentation of preliminary 2024 global robotics data gives attendees timely perspective they can carry into conversations at automatica and beyond. Instead of reacting later to broad summaries, you’ll be in the room as the discussion begins to take shape around current market developments. You should attend if you want to: Understand the latest global robotics market direction through an executive lens Place Europe’s robotics position in context against broader international trends Hear how others in the field are interpreting the data and thinking about what comes next Build stronger connections with leaders and professionals in industrial robotics Take part in a focused discussion that links market intelligence with strategic action For many attendees, the value will come from the combination of data, perspective, and access. You are not only hearing about the market; you are discussing it with peers in a setting designed for exchange. That can sharpen your thinking, challenge assumptions, and help you identify where Europe may have real leverage in the years ahead. Practical Details This is an in-person event taking place at automatica, Messe München, Munich, Germany. Being hosted within the context of automatica makes it especially convenient for attendees already planning to be at the fair, while also giving the roundtable direct relevance to the broader industrial robotics community gathered in Munich. The listed time is Wednesday, June 25 at 12:00 AM UTC. If you are traveling or coordinating with colleagues in other regions, it’s a good idea to confirm the local event timing in Munich as part of your planning. A few helpful points for attendees: Location type: In person at the automatica venue Best fit for: Executives, robotics leaders, industrial automation professionals, and ecosystem participants interested in market direction and strategy Topic focus: Global robotics market dynamics, Europe’s competitiveness, and preliminary 2024 robotics data Setting: A professional roundtable discussion with networking value If you’ll be at automatica and want one conversation on your schedule that is tightly focused on market reality and Europe’s strategic position in robotics, this is a strong one to prioritize. The combination of current data, executive-level discussion, and an in-person industry setting makes it highly relevant for anyone serious about where industrial robotics is heading next.
Who should attend
If you work at the point where robotics strategy, investment, and market reality meet, this roundtable is built for you. - **You lead a robotics company or business unit** and want an early read on preliminary 2024 global robotics data, plus a sharper view of where Europe stands in the international market. - **You shape manufacturing, automation, or digital transformation strategy** and need practical insight into how robotics adoption is shifting across regions, industries, and customer priorities. - **You are an executive, investor, or board-level decision-maker** looking to pressure-test your assumptions about growth, competitiveness, and the next moves for Europe’s robotics ecosystem. - **You work in policy, trade, industry associations, or economic development** and want a clearer understanding of the structural challenges and opportunities behind the question: how can Europe step up its game? - **You are a senior operator, innovator, or technology leader attending automatica** and want a focused, high-level conversation that goes beyond the exhibition floor and into market direction, industry performance, and strategic implications. - **You value informed discussion with peers** who care about industrial robotics not as a headline, but as a business, manufacturing, and competitiveness issue with real consequences.