Join us for a high-powered fall gathering of the Energy Drone & Robotics community!
Energy Drone & Robotics Forum
November 12, 2025 | The ION | Houston, TX
Hosted By:
“Automation in Energy”
Connect with 200+ industry leaders while learning from practical strategies, real-world case studies, actual deployments and avoiding common pitfalls, and connect with industry leaders and Robotics, Drones, Data, AI and Automation innovators.
This is your chance to network with peers, share ideas, and gain valuable insights into the latest in industrial drones, robotics, AI/ML, automation, and data-driven tech.
Discover what’s next in cutting-edge tools, real-world programs, and emerging innovations shaping the future of automation in energy operations.
WHO ATTENDS
Energy & Engineering drone, robotics, data leaders
Unmanned Systems/Robotics Operators/Service Providers
Data Analytics/Visualization/Digital Twin management
Corporate Innovation/Venture groups
Asset Inspection & Maintenance teams
Surveying, Mapping & GIS professionals
Drone / Robotics / Data Technology Solutions companies & startups
Directors, VPs, and Managers responsible for optimizing facility, plant, and field operations
Chief Engineers, Project Directors, BIM Managers, and specialists focused on design, infrastructure, and construction technology
Managers and Engineers focused on deploying intelligent automation, AI-powered robotics, and smart systems.
2026 EDR Advisory Committee
Focus Areas
Robotics for Operations – Intelligent workflow automation, predictive maintenance, resource optimization, demand forecasting, and AI-driven decision support.
Robotics in Plant & Facility Management – Autonomous inspection, anomaly detection, energy optimization, digital twins for predictive insights, and safety monitoring.
Data Visualization/Analytics – Uncovering patterns, trends, and anomalies in large datasets to enable smarter, faster decision-making. Applications include advanced diagnostics, predictive insights, real-time operational dashboards, and enhanced visual data discovery. Spatial computing, digital reality, 3D simulations.
AI-Powered Robotics & Drones/Physical AI – Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), collaborative robots (cobots), drones for industrial/energy tasks, AI-driven navigation/DAA, BVLOS and autonomous drone operations, and enhanced robotic vision for quality and safety.
WHAT YOU’ll GAIN
Uncover real-world applications of robotics, drones, and automation that are improving operations and cutting costs
Hear firsthand accounts from successful real-world deployments and learn how to sidestep common mistakes and scale robotics/drones in operations
Get up to speed on the latest tools and innovations reshaping industrial tech
Connect with top minds in automation, energy and AI innovation— in the Energy Capital of the World, Houston
Walk away with practical takeaways to kickstart or scale tech adoption in your organization
Get a forward-looking view of how intelligent systems are transforming energy, industrial, engineering, and construction sectors
Event Agenda
Energy Drone & Robotics Forum
Energy Drone & Robotics Connect Meeting
Energy Drone & Robotics Advisory Board Meeting
Pre-Forum Workshop & Speakers Luncheon
*Register for Forum Plus to attend (limited seats available)
Practical AI & Automation in Energy: A Hands-On Guide to Implementation & Scaling
9:00 am - 9:40 am Section 1: Building the Foundation: Data & ROI Strategies for AI in Energy
Identifying high-value business challenges and data sources for AI projects.
Best practices for data collection and standardization.
Strategies for handling large-scale, unstructured data.
9:40 am - 10:20 am Section 2: AI for Predictive Maintenance and Asset Integrity
Practical examples of AI-driven predictive maintenance.
Evaluating the ROI of predictive maintenance technologies.
Developing an implementation plan, including business unit buy-in for a pilot project.
Scaling beyond the pilot, taking your AI projects to the next level
10:20 am - 10:35 am Networking Break
10:35 am - 11:15 am Section 3: From Insights to Action: Automating Operations with AI and Robotics
Integrating AI models with robotic and drone platforms.
The role of AI in creating and scaling autonomous inspection and monitoring programs.
Future trends in human-robot collaboration and intelligent automation.
11:15 am - 11:30 am Final Group Q&A and Workshop Wrap-up
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Workshop Lunch with Speakers
Energy Drone & Robotics Forum
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm Registration & Visit Tech Showcase
1:15 pm - 1:25 pm Welcome
1:25 pm - 1:45 pm Joint Keynote- Roadmaps & Trends
1:45 pm - 3:15 pm Breakouts - Drone/Robotics and Industrial AI
- Panel discussions
- Case Studies: End Users- Real World & Actionable
- Tech Updates
3:15 pm - 3:45 pm Networking Break and Visit Tech Showcase
3:45 pm - 4:45 pm Breakouts - Drone/Robotics and Industrial AI
- Panel discussions
- Case Studies: End Users- Real World & Actionable
- Tech Updates
4:45 pm - 5:30 pm Joint Closing Panel
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Bots & Brews Reception - Second Draught
Companies Participating in the EDR Forum
SPONSOR the Energy Drone & Robotics Forum
Limited opportunities to collaborate, speak and sponsor are available. Connect with ED+R Coalition Director Sean Guerre today to learn about how you can drive serious business at this highly anticipated fall gathering!
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TICKET PRICING
$499 - includes the forum, plus lunch and a workshop! Register Now!
PARKING INSTRUCTIONS
You've got two choices, the yellow lot or the red lot!
Yellow Parking Lot: Enter 4200 Fannin Street into your GPS for directions directly to the visitor parking lot, located in front of The Ion building.
Red Parking Lot: Enter 4203 Fannin Street into your GPS for directions directly to this parking lot, located across the street from The Ion building.
Fueled by: Energy Drone & Robotics Coalition & Industrial AI Nexus