As the global humanoid robotics industry enters a pivotal stage of commercialization, the 2026 Shanghai International Humanoid Robot and Robotics Industry Chain Expo (HRIE 2026) will take place December 9–11, 2026, at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). With a toal of exhibition area of 25,000 square meters, the event will serve as a comprehensive international platform integrating exhibitions, industry conferences, technology competitions, and business matchmaking. Designed to connect every segment of the humanoid robotics value chain from core components and intelligent systems to downstream applications and investment resources, the Expo aims to accelerate technological commercialization and foster global industrial collaboration.
Widely regarded as the next-generation intelligent computing platform, humanoid robots are rapidly expanding beyond research laboratories into real-world deployment across manufacturing, logistics, retail, healthcare, home services, and emergency response.
Recent advances in large AI foundation models, embodied intelligence, motion control, precision reducers, and biomimetic dexterous hands have significantly improved robot capabilities, creating unprecedented opportunities for large-scale commercialization. At the same time, industry stakeholders continue to face challenges including fragmented supply chains, limited cross-sector collaboration, and inefficient business connections.
The Shanghai Humanoid Robot Expo is designed to address these challenges by providing a dedicated platform where technology developers, manufacturers, system integrators, end users, investors, and policymakers can exchange ideas, build partnerships, and accelerate industrial adoption.
As one of China's leading innovation and advanced manufacturing centers, Shanghai possesses a mature robotics ecosystem, abundant application scenarios, world-class research institutions, and strong international connectivity.
Government policies continue to reinforce the city's leadership position. Shanghai's Three-Year Action Plan for Advanced Manufacturing Transformation and Upgrading promotes the deployment of humanoid robots across industrial production, logistics, retail, healthcare, and elderly care. Meanwhile, districts such as Minhang provide substantial financial incentives, with eligible core robotics R&D projects receiving funding support of up to RMB 30 million, further strengthening innovation across the local supply chain.
The Expo will feature six dedicated exhibition areas designed to provide visitors with a comprehensive view of the rapidly evolving humanoid robotics ecosystem. The Humanoid Robot Systems Pavilion will showcase complete robotic platforms through live demonstrations, allowing visitors to observe autonomous walking, running, stair climbing, precision manipulation, and other dynamic performances in realistic environments. The Core Components & Key Technologies Zone will present critical technologies—including joint modules, servo motors, precision reducers, controllers, sensors, and biomimetic dexterous hands through physical exhibits, technical presentations, and multimedia displays.
Visitors will also experience a Future Factory & Smart Living Zone, illustrating how humanoid robots are reshaping industrial production while expanding into commercial and household applications. Additional exhibition areas will focus on software development platforms, AI and embodied intelligence, investment and industrial services, international exhibitors, and high-end talent recruitment. Supporting events will include developer conferences, innovation hackathons, startup roadshows, and industry career fairs.
Running alongside the exhibition, the Shanghai Humanoid Robot Conference will feature one flagship summit and five specialized forums covering the industry's most important technological and commercial topics. Industry leaders, academic experts, CEOs, CTOs, and leading investors from around the world will discuss commercialization strategies, emerging technologies, market opportunities, and future industry trends.
Dedicated forums will explore hot issues related to the Industrial deployment of humanoid robots, Commercial and household service robotics, Motion control and environmental perception, AI foundation models and embodied intelligence and Core component innovation and global supply chain resilience. The conference is expected to attract engineers, technology developers, manufacturers, procurement executives, investors, and policymakers from across the global robotics ecosystem.
Beyond exhibitions and conferences, the Expo will feature several signature events designed to accelerate innovation and commercial cooperation.
The Golden Robot Awards will recognize outstanding achievements in humanoid robot products, technological innovation, and commercial applications.
The Humanoid Robot Performance Challenge will test robot agility, mobility, and precision through a series of competitive events that encourage technological advancement.
To facilitate high-value business collaboration, the organizing committee will also host exclusive VIP Buyer Matchmaking Meetings, connecting international buyers, leading manufacturers, system integrators, and component suppliers through pre-arranged one-on-one meetings.
Exhibitor and visitor registration is now officially open through the event website at www.humanoidrobotfair.com.
The Expo welcomes robotics manufacturers, research institutions, AI developers, intelligent manufacturing companies, component suppliers, system integrators, investment organizations, end users, and professionals from across the global robotics industry.
Early-bird visitor registration and group ticket discounts are currently available for a limited time.
The 2026 Shanghai International Humanoid Robot and Robotics Industry Chain Expo is dedicated to advancing the global development of humanoid robotics by connecting technology innovation with commercial applications.
By bringing together the complete industrial ecosystem, including upstream component suppliers, robot manufacturers, software developers, application providers, investors, and research institutions, the Expo provides a world-class platform for product launches, technology exchange, business development, and international cooperation.
As humanoid robots move from technological breakthroughs toward large-scale deployment, the Shanghai Humanoid Robot Expo aims to become one of the industry's most influential international events, supporting the next phase of intelligent manufacturing and embodied AI worldwide.
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