The robotics industry in Denmark and Germany thrives on innovation and collaboration, driving technological advancements, fostering sustainable solutions, and creating strong ecosystems that support growth, competitiveness and cross-border partnerships.
 
Søren Elmer Kristensen, CEO, Odense Robotics, joined us for a coffee and 
shared his insights. 
 
Odense Robotics unites the entire ecosystem to foster innovation and support industry growth across Denmark. In recent years, Denmark’s robotics, automation, and drone sector has expanded rapidly, becoming a hub for global market leaders, fast-growing startups, and cutting-edge research. Odense Robotics plays a key role in helping companies in these fields scale and innovate.

The topics for our 30-minute talk were:
• What defines the Danish robotics cluster’s unique state of mind, and how has it adapted to industry trends? 
• How can we strengthen robotics awareness and acceptance in Denmark and Germany, considering societal influences? 
• What role do SMEs and new applications play in connecting Danish and German ecosystems to drive competitiveness?