The Global Energy Robotics/Drone, Data & Geospatial Leaders Are Coming Together to Adopt, Adapt & Scale!
10th Annual
June 22-24, 2026 | Houston, TX | The Woodlands Waterway Marriott
“Part of InnovateEnergy Week”
Join us at InnovateEnergy Week, where three industry-leading conferences, the Energy Drone & Robotics Summit, Industrial Digital Reality Summit and Industrial AI Nexus Summit converge into one unprecedented mega-event where Robotics + Data + AI meet under a single roof.
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The Energy Drone & Robotics Summit is the ultimate event in the world for UAVs, Robotics & Data/AI, 3D Reality Capture, Geospatial and Digital Twins focused on the business and technology in energy & industrial operations, inspections, maintenance, surveying & mapping.
AIR - GROUND - MARINE
Over the last 9 years, it has grown to the most influential gathering of industrial, energy and engineering asset owners/operators from around the globe where the key challenges & solutions are addressed for operating robotics, drones, satellites, and remote systems successfully and managing actionable geospatial data , from the stars to the sea floor.
During three days, we connect 1500+ global energy & industrial robotics, drone & data leaders at a time of rapid growth for our sector.
The latest ideas, use cases, best practices, tech, and trends from a wide variety of robotics & drone industry experts: innovators, regulators, the most energy asset owners & service firms and more.
What trends and technologies do they see coming?
What new challenges and opportunities lie ahead as you launch & scale your program?
Which projects, use cases, tech and programs have worked best over the past year?
How can you and your company prepare, plan, achieve ROI and benefit in a rapidly evolving automation environment?
You will leverage and maximize global scale and participation at this one-of-a-kind event with; real-world use cases, sessions, panels, live demos, exhibits/tech updates, 1:1 meetings and multiple networking breaks, lunches, receptions.
2026 EDR Advisory Board
View a Wrap-Up of Our 2025 EDR Summit in June 2025 Below!
2026 Energy Drone & Robotics Summit Themes
2026 Schedule of Events
EXPO HOURS:
Monday, June 22 - 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Tuesday, June 23 - 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wednesday, June 24 - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sunday, June 21
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm VIP Welcome Reception
(Speakers, Advisory Board, Operators, Asset Owners, VIP Registrants)
3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Registration Open, Towncenter Foyer
Monday, June 22
8:00 am - 7:00 pm Registration Open
9:00 am - 1:00 pm Drone & Robotics Operators Forum/Luncheon
(Asset Owners & Invited Service Operators - Only)
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Keynotes - General Sessions
3:00 pm - 3:15 pm Refreshment Break (Waterway Foyer)
3:15 pm - 5:00 pm Breakout Forum Sessions
4:00 pm - 6:30 pm Expo Open: Demo Zone | Innovation Zone- Use Cases & Tech Updates
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Howdy Reception in Expo Hall
Tuesday, June 23
7:30 am - 6:30 pm Registration Open
8:25 am - 8:30 am Welcome
8:30 am - 10:15 am Keynotes - General Sessions
10:00 am - 7:00 pm Expo Open: Demo Zone | Innovation Zone- Use Cases & Tech Updates
10:15 am - 11:00 am Networking Refreshment Break in Expo Hall
11:00 am - 12:30 pm Breakout Forum Sessions
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Conference Delegate Lunch in Expo Hall
2:00 pm - 3:45 pm Breakout Forum Sessions
3:45 pm - 4:00 pm Refreshment Break
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Breakout Forum Sessions
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Bots & Brews Reception in Expo Hall
Wednesday, June 24
7:30 am – 12:00 pm Registration Open
8:30 am - 10:00 am Keynotes - General Sessions
9:00 am - 12:00 pm Expo Open: Demo Zone | Innovation Zone- Use Cases & Tech Updates
10:30 am - 11:30 am Networking Refreshment Break in Expo Hall
11:30 am - 1:30 pm Breakout Forum Sessions
Co-located Events:
Industrial Digital Reality Summit
Industrial AI Nexus Summit
Themes:
UAV Operations
Surveying & Mapping
BVLOS & Autonomous Ops
Industrial Security/C-UAS & Emergency Management
Methane/Fugitive Emissions Strategies
Industrial Cargo Drones
Robotics Inspections, Maintenance & Repair
Ground Robotics
Marine Robotics
UAVs/Aerial Robotics
Envision Energy: Data Visualization & Analytics
GIS
Industrial Digital Twins & Reality Capture
AI
Cybersecurity
2025 Event Agenda
Previously Featured Speakers
2026 Sponsors/Exhibitors
2026 Industry Partners
What 2025 Sponsors Shared About Their Experience:
““It’s been an incredible experience meeting with customers, friends, and numerous interested folks at our booth. The energy and enthusiasm here are truly inspiring.””
““It was a privilege to connect with many of our valued customers, while also forming new connections. Your support and enthusiasm inspire us to keep innovating and improving. We look forward to attending again next year!””
““We had a great time exhibiting at the Energy Drone & Robotics Coalition Summit in Houston, Texas this week! Our team enjoyed networking with potential partners and exploring opportunities for future collaborations.” ”
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In addition to valuable intel you can’t find anywhere else, Energy Drone and Robotics Summit focuses on high end networking, newest proven technology solutions and vital brand exposure, thought leadership & lead generation.
Reach the hard-to-find real-world buyers in Energy & Engineering UAVs, Robotics, Data & AI, BEFORE, DURING & AFTER the Summit with our inclusive packages for all goals & budgets.
We help you maximize your marketing ROI by bringing together the most defined, high value audience of energy & engineering industry decision makers in the world, who are very difficult to find elsewhere.
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2026 Floor Plan
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Who Attends?
The Energy Drone & Robotics Coalition brings together a unique coalition of fellow energy uncrewed systems experts, asset owners and operators, service providers, regulators and drone / robotics hardware, software and data technology specialists… all specifically aimed at efficient, successful & safe operations globally around critical infrastructure facilities.
Just a Few of the Industries Represented at Our Event
Why Attend?
IN ADDITION TO JOINING THE LARGEST GATHERING OF ENERGY DRONE & ROBOTICS LEADERS IN THE WORLD, SEE FOR YOURSELF…
“The event is a goldmine of knowledge, with pioneers and innovators from around the globe discussing the latest advancements in uncrewed & autonomous systems, automation, and data/AI in energy & industrial operations.”
“Impressive variety of cool UAS use cases here from hazard mapping sinkholes to measuring resistance on transmission lines. From established players like us to the many startups on the expo floor, there’s a whole lot of innovation going down!”
“At the Summit, I saw some offerings that were just plain cool, but others will truly help improve our remote asset operations and monitoring efficiency/effectiveness for our customers.”
2025 EDR Summit Event Photos
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The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center
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** Deadline to Book is June 1, 2026 **
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
You can have it all when you stay at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center. This hotel houses a premier location to The Woodlands Mall, The Woodlands Waterway and the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. When a new day begins, head down to the lobby for a fresh cup of Starbucks® brewed coffee. Dinner time already? Feast on your favorite cuisine at the Italian-inspired restaurant, Ristorante Tuscany. If you’re planning a meeting or celebration, work with the hotel’s seasoned planners to host your next function in one of the 27 versatile event rooms. When the time is right, head to the on-site spa for an assortment of refreshing treatments. Live your best life at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center.