7 January 2026
Culham Campus
Europe/London timezone

Agenda

Time

Session

Description

09:30 – 10:00

Arrival and Registration

Coffee and networking. Informal introductions among participants.

1000 – 10:15

Welcome & Opening Remarks

Rob Skilton

Head of Robotics Research & Technology

Overview of workshop objectives, expected outcomes, and importance of industry–research collaboration.

10:15 – 10:45

Overview of the Funding Opportunity

Sam Wainwright

Aims, eligibility, themes, funding levels, and timelines.

10:45 – 11:15

Research Capabilities and Strategic Themes

Research Team

Overview of key research areas, available facilities, and ongoing initiatives that align with the funding call.

11:15 – 11:30

Break

 

11:30 – 12:15

Industry Lightning Talks

5–10 minute presentations from participating companies introducing their capabilities, interests, and potential collaboration areas.

12:15 – 13:15

Networking Lunch

 

13:15 – 14:15

Thematic Discussion Groups (each group -each proposal)

(Presentation, Discussion, and Q&A)

Participants split into thematic groups (e.g., Robotics & Automation, Digital Twins & AI, Sensing & Monitoring, Safety & Compliance). Identify key challenges, opportunities, and preliminary project ideas.

14:15 – 14:30

Break & Sign-up sheet for the one 2 one

 

14:30 – :30

Breakout Session 1 – Developing Collaboration Concepts

(One 2 One)

Each group refines their initial ideas into potential collaborative project concepts. Discuss roles, technical contributions, and expected impact.

15:35 – 15:45

Closing Remarks (for all)

(Q&A)

Summary of key outcomes and appreciation to participants.

16:00 – 16:30

Closing Discussion (for RRT)

Feedback and Ideas