Sika is proud to participate in the RobotX Industrial Affiliation Program—an initiative of ETH Zurich’s Center for Robotics, led by Prof. Dr. Marco Hutter. This program offers companies a unique “window” into the cutting-edge research and innovation taking place across ETH Zurich’s robotics ecosystem.
Sika’s Participation in ETH Zurich’s RobotX Industrial Affiliate Program
As an affiliate, Sika is linked closely to ETH researchers and students, fostering innovation, knowledge exchange, and the development of future talent. Key benefits of this membership include:
- Invitations to key events such as the annual RobotX Innovation Day, as well as select meetings, workshops, and seminars.
- Facilitated access to leading ETH faculty in robotics for knowledge exchange and collaboration.
- Direct engagement with students, including recruitment opportunities and support for developing future talent.
- Opportunities to sponsor or guide student projects in collaboration with RobotX faculty.
- Participation in RobotX Innovation Day, showcasing technologies, building networks, and exploring new partnerships.
Global robotics research and education
By participating in the RobotX Industrial Affiliation Program, Sika actively supports ETH Zurich’s mission to lead global robotics research and education. At the same time, the partnership provides Sika with valuable access to ETH Zurich’s thriving innovation ecosystem—offering direct connections to cutting-edge research, emerging technologies, and highly qualified academic talent.
Launched in 2019 as part of ETH Zurich’s ETH+ Initiative, RobotX is a cross-departmental platform designed to elevate ETH—and Switzerland—to the forefront of global robotics research. It brings together expertise from diverse departments, including Mechanical and Process Engineering, Computer Science and IT, Architecture, Materials Science, Civil and Environmental Engineering, and Geomatics.
Dynamic Innovation ecosystem
RobotX offers expansive, state-of-the-art facilities tailored for immersive learning, interdisciplinary research, and international outreach. By partnering with RobotX, Sika contributes to ETH Zurich’s vision of positioning Switzerland as a global leader in robotics and artificial intelligence. This collaboration provides Sika with direct access to top talent, cutting-edge research, and a dynamic innovation ecosystem. It also underscores Sika’s commitment to forward-thinking collaboration and its strategic focus on robotics and automation as key enablers of its future.