GITEX World RobotiX 2026 to Showcase Humanoid Robots and Embodied AI Innovations in Dubai

Dubai is set to host the latest developments in humanoid robotics and embodied artificial intelligence (AI) as GITEX World RobotiX makes its debut at GITEX GLOBAL 2026 from December 8 to 11 at the Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai.

The new showcase will bring together global robotics manufacturers, technology developers and innovators to demonstrate how machines capable of perceiving, reasoning and acting in the physical world are transforming industries such as manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, hospitality and smart infrastructure.

The event comes amid rapid growth in the global robotics industry. According to Counterpoint Research, more than 22,000 humanoid robots were shipped worldwide in the first half of 2026, marking a 300 per cent increase compared with the same period last year. Global shipments are expected to exceed 50,000 units by the end of the year.

Dubai is also expanding its ambitions in the sector through its Robotics and Automation Programme, which targets the deployment of 200,000 robots over 10 years until 2032.

Global robotics companies to showcase latest innovations

Several major robotics manufacturers are expected to participate, including Unitree, UBTECH, AiMOGA, DEEP Robotics and UAE-based Micropolis Robotics. Their demonstrations will highlight developments in humanoid robots, industrial automation, quadruped machines and autonomous patrol systems.

UAE-based Mangobot will present a range of robotic solutions, including autonomous general-purpose machines, patrol robots, multilingual reception assistants and live robotic performances. Visitors will also have the opportunity to experience wearable exoskeleton technology.

Mazen El-Kurdi, CTO of Mangobot, said the showcase would focus on demonstrating how people and robots can work together in practical environments rather than simply displaying robotic technology.

Chinese robotics company Lumos Robotics will make its Middle East debut with MOS 2, a wheeled AI-powered robot featuring dual arms, a payload capacity of up to 50kg and an operating duration of more than eight hours.

The company will also demonstrate its NIX S3 robot through a live dance performance highlighting its movement capabilities, high-torque joints and 21 degrees of freedom.

According to Lumos Robotics, its first-generation MOS robots have completed more than 1,000 hours of continuous operation at Mitsubishi Electric's Changshu factory, performing tasks including material handling, quality inspection and screwdriving.

Meanwhile, UAE-based Lootah Robotics will display humanoid, quadruped, service, cleaning and telepresence robots from manufacturers including Unitree, AGIBOT, Pudu Robotics, UBTECH and EngineAI.

Humanoid robots and human-machine interaction

The exhibition will also highlight advances in embodied AI, which integrates artificial intelligence into physical machines, allowing them to interact with people and perform tasks in real-world environments.

Chinese company Light Origins will present its bunny-shaped humanoid robot in its first public appearance, featuring demonstrations of household applications and interactive capabilities.

Raydiculous, an innovator from the Chengdu Humanoid Robot Innovation Centre, will make its Middle East debut with two robotic developments. Its TP01 humanoid is designed for commercial interaction and public services, with the ability to communicate in English and Arabic and perform synchronised movements.

The company will also showcase DINOBOT, which it describes as the world's first intelligent bipedal walking bionic dinosaur, featuring realistic movements and interactive functions.

UAE initiative to develop future robotics talent

The event will also focus on robotics education and skills development through UAE-based technology and robotics education company Besomi.

The company will introduce six humanoid and mobile robots under the name 'Besomi Rangers', with participation from Unitree, Seeed Studio, Arduino and Qualcomm.

A live Robotics and AI Lab will allow visitors to explore how robots are designed, programmed and trained. The demonstrations will include practical engineering training using the Arduino VENTUNO platform, developed in collaboration with Qualcomm.

Mohammad Hani, CEO of Besomi Robotics and AI, said the initiative aims to encourage young engineers and innovators to develop practical robotics and AI applications while strengthening the UAE's engineering capabilities.

New computing platforms to support autonomous machines

Beyond physical robots, GITEX World RobotiX will feature developments in the computing infrastructure and software supporting autonomous machines.

Chinese AI computing hardware developer JWIPC will introduce robotic controllers built on NVIDIA's Thor module. The company says the technology delivers up to 2,070 TFLOPS of FP4 computing performance and is designed for humanoid robots, robotic arms and autonomous mobile robots.

The controllers are intended to support local AI processing, sensor integration, task planning and real-time decision-making.

Physical AI software developer Songying Technology will demonstrate its ORCA OS and ORCA Lab platforms, which combine simulation, synthetic data generation, AI training, validation and deployment within a connected robotics development environment.

Taiwan-based embedded computing specialist Vecow will also present rugged Edge AI and robotics platforms powered by NVIDIA, Intel, AMD, Qualcomm and NXP technologies. The company will introduce its dedicated UAE team to support regional deployments.

GITEX GLOBAL 2026 to bring together technology leaders from 180 countries

The 46th edition of GITEX GLOBAL, organised by inD, will begin with the GITEX Summit on December 7 at Dubai World Trade Centre, followed by the four-day exhibition at Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai, from December 8.

The event will take place alongside Expand North Star, bringing together more than 6,000 enterprise and startup exhibitors, as well as government representatives, business executives, investors and technology buyers from 180 countries.

With humanoid robotics, autonomous systems and embodied AI taking centre stage, GITEX World RobotiX is expected to provide a platform for international collaboration and demonstrate the growing role of physical AI in industrial and everyday applications.