Introducing the inaugural Robotics Australia Group

Excellence in Robotics Awards

– 2025 –

Applications close 15/12/2024

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Celebrate Innovation and Excellence in Robotics!

Robotics Australia Group is proud to announce the launch of the Exellence in Robotics Awards—an initiative to honour and celebrate the groundbreaking work being done in the field of robotics across Australia. These awards are dedicated to recognising the pioneers and innovators who are pushing the boundaries of technology, transforming industries, and making significant contributions to the future of robotics.

Whether you’re an established company, a start-up or a researcher, we invite you to share your success stories and case studies of robot implementation. This is your opportunity to showcase how your work has made an impact, driving efficiency, innovation, and excellence in the field. Join us in recognising the achievements that are shaping the future of robotics in Australia.
CAtegories

We're recognising excellence in the following categories…

Integrators
Trust & Safety
Construction
Resources
Manufacturing
Health & Wellness
Services
Transport & Mobility
Defence
Agriculture
Environment
Space
Drones
Education
Skills
Art & Entertainment
Sports
Emergency Responses

Will you be a winner?

Award criteria for judging

To ensure that the Robotics Excellence Awards reflect the highest standards of innovation and impact, we have established the following criteria for judging entries:
1. Innovation and creativity
  • Originality: How unique and original is the robot implementation? Does it introduce a novel solution or approach that distinguishes it from existing technologies?
  • Creative problem solving: How effectively does the project use innovative thinking to overcome challenges or address a specific problem?
2. Impact and effectiveness
  • Operational impact: What measurable improvements or efficiencies have been achieved through the implementation of the robot? How has it enhanced productivity, safety, or quality?
  • Economic impact: How has the implementation positively influenced the business or industry, including cost savings, revenue generation, or competitive advantage?
  • Social and environmental impact: Does the project contribute to sustainability, environmental protection, or social well-being? How does it align with broader societal goals?
3. Scalability and adaptability
  • Scalability: Can the solution be scaled or adapted for use in other applications or industries? What is its potential for broader adoption?
  • Flexibility: How adaptable is the technology to changing conditions or evolving needs? Does it demonstrate flexibility in its application?
4. Technical excellence
  • Technical Complexity: How complex and sophisticated is the technology behind the implementation? Does it involve cutting-edge robotics, AI, or automation?
  • Quality of Engineering: What is the quality of the engineering and design of the robot? How well does it perform its intended functions?
  • Social and environmental impact: Does the project contribute to sustainability, environmental protection, or social well-being? How does it align with broader societal goals?
5. Collaboration and teamwork
  • Collaborative Efforts: How well did the project involve collaboration between different teams, organizations, or stakeholders? Were there effective partnerships that contributed to the success of the implementation?
  • Teamwork and Leadership: How did the team demonstrate strong leadership, coordination, and a shared vision in bringing the project to fruition?
6. Presentation and documentation
  • Clarity of Case Study: How well is the case study presented? Is it clear, well-structured, and easy to understand?
  • Supporting Documentation: Are there strong supporting materials (e.g., data, testimonials, visuals) that substantiate the claims made in the case study?
By applying these criteria, we aim to recognise the most outstanding contributions to the robotics industry in Australia, showcasing the talent and innovation that is driving the sector forward. We look forward to receiving your submissions and celebrating the achievements of those who are leading the charge in robotics excellence.

Judging Panel

Dr Sue Keay
Dr Sue Keay is a recognised leader in robotics, AI and automation who is passionate about helping emerging technology businesses, the companies adopting new technologies and their workforces. She is a founding director and Chair of Robotics Australia Group.
Robin Smith OBE CSC
Robin Smith is the Director of Space Operations Coord. He is a member of the Robotics Australia Group Advisory Council.
Mike Zimmerman
Michael Zimmerman is a founding partner of Main Sequence, a deep tech venture capital firm backing companies to address the planet’s greatest challenges in food, healthcare, climate, space, security and heavy industries. He is a member of Robotics Australia Group Advisory Council
Professor, Dr Catherine Ball
Professor, Dr Catherine Ball is a scientific futurist, speaker, advisor, author, founder, and company director working across global projects where emerging technologies meet humanitarian, education and environmental needs. She is a member of Robotics Australia Group Advisory Council

Details

Event Date:
20 February 2025, 4.30pm - 8pm
Price:
$95 - $185 (incl: open bar and finger foods)
Venue:
Monash College, 750 Collins Street, Docklands
Start time:
4.30pm - meet our network members!
Presentation time:
5.45pm - formal presentations will commence.
Dress:
Cocktail, smart casual

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