Chalmers University establishes forum for unmanned and autonomous technologies
Chalmers University of Technology will host the UTES2026 event in Gothenburg on October 26-27, 2026, aiming to connect Earth and space research communities with businesses and students.
Chalmers University of Technology is organizing UTES2026, a new two-day event focused on unmanned and autonomous technologies, to be held in Gothenburg in late October 2026. The event seeks to bridge the gap between Earth and space research communities, fostering collaboration with a particular emphasis on Scandinavian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and startups.
The forum's primary goal is to identify and share technological solutions applicable to both challenging terrestrial environments and space missions. Examples cited include autonomous vehicles, drones, robotics, artificial intelligence, and remote sensing systems. Simultaneously, the initiative aims to leverage space technologies for applications on Earth.
The event will feature technical talks covering topics such as underwater and aerial drones, and space exploration. Companies will also exhibit their products and expertise in a dedicated area, with larger vehicles and technological demonstrations planned for outdoor spaces.
UTES2026 is a free event for all attendees, including students, researchers, companies, and the general public. Organizers hope the event will stimulate new collaborative projects and strengthen the ecosystem developing unmanned technologies for the future.