HERON is the first Robotics Center of Excellence in Greece funded under the Horizon Europe Widening Program (Teaming for Excellence). Its goal is to establish and mobilize the Hellenic Robotics Ecosystem in the AI era creating an AI-powered Robotics center in Southeast Europe. It is a team effort between the Athena Research Center (coordinating partner), the Italian Institute of Technology (IIT), and the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT).
This year, HERON organizes the 1st Hellenic Robotics Forum (HRF) in Athens, Greece, through the Robotics Institute of Athena Research Center
Becoming a Sponsor of the 1st Hellenic Robotics Forum
Join us at the 1st Hellenic Robotics Forum (HRF)—the premier gathering of researchers, industry leaders, and robotics enthusiasts from Greece and abroad. Sponsoring the HRF offers a unique opportunity to connect with the Greek and international robotics community while enhancing your organization’s visibility and influence.
The HRF will take place on June 29-30 2026, in conjunction with the 1st Summer School on Robotics and AI. Both the HRF and the Summer School will be hosted at the Eugenides Foundation.
Why Sponsor HRF?
1. Access Cutting-Edge Robotics Research
Gain a front-row seat to the latest innovations in robotics—from field and space robotics to human-robot interaction and AI-driven solutions. Learn directly from world-renowned Greek robotics researchers and industry experts, keeping your organization at the forefront of technological advancement.
2. Connect with Top Robotics Talent
HRF brings together Greece’s brightest minds in robotics, including early-career researchers, PhD students, and established experts. Sponsorship provides unique networking opportunities, making it ideal for talent acquisition, research collaborations, and industry partnerships.
3. Position Your Organization as a Leader
Support robotics research and development in Greece while strengthening your brand within the national and global robotics communities. Build relationships with academia, startups, and industry leaders, fostering innovation, collaboration, and sustainable growth in the sector.
Sponsor benefits include:
Website & Visibility
- Prominent logo placement on the HRF website
- Direct link to your company website
Promotional Materials
- Displayed at registration desk
- Included in the official welcome pack
Branding & Recognition
- Acknowledgement during opening and closing sessions
- Promotion at the HRF social media and other communication channels
| Sponsorship Packages | ||||||
| Level | Investment | Logo Size | Panel Participation | Access to Participants List | Designated Booth | Complimentary Registrations |
| Platinum | €10,000 | Extra Large | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | 3 |
| Emerald | €8,000 | Large | ✔ | ✔ | 2 | |
| Gold | €5,000 | Medium | ✔ | 1 | ||
| Silver | €2,000 | Small | ✔ | 1 | ||
Expected Participants: 300–350
Funding Objective: €60,000