ISO/TC 299 Robotics Hosting – 13 to 23 Jan 2026

From 13 to 23 January 2026, Singapore hosted nine days of ISO/TC 299 Robotics working group meetings, bringing together international experts to progress global standards in robotics.

Held at the Furama Riverfront Hotel, the meetings advanced technical discussions and work items that support the safe, reliable and interoperable use of robotic systems across industries.

As host, Singapore reaffirmed its role in contributing to the development of international standards that guide the responsible deployment of robotics worldwide.

Inaugural Meeting of ISO/TC 299/WG 15

A key highlight of the programme was the inaugural meeting of ISO/TC 299/WG 15 (Infrastructure for robot applications) on 15 January. As the first meeting of this working group, it marked the start of formal discussions on how robots operate within buildings and shared spaces.

Singapore’s expert, Ms Lim Chui Ping, serves as Project Leader for ISO 26159-2. This project sets out requirements for how robots interface with lifts and automatic doors. The work supports the safe and reliable movement of autonomous service robots within multi-storey buildings.

We look forward to progressing this project in collaboration with WG 15 Convenor, Dr Cota Nabeshima, and international experts participating in ISO/TC 299.

A Taste of Heritage: Welcome Dinner at Kintamani Restaurant 

On 19 January, delegates gathered for a Welcome Dinner at Kintamani Restaurant. The event was graced by Ms Choy Sauw Kook, Director-General of Enterprise Singapore, who spoke on Singapore’s continued commitment to advancing standards development in support of enterprise growth.

The dinner featured Indonesian cuisine and provided an opportunity for delegates to connect in a more informal setting.

Advancing Global Standards Across Robotics 

The nine days of working group meetings enabled progress across a broad range of robotics standards work.

Sessions held by various Working Groups (WGs) and Joint Working Groups (JWGs) focused on advancing the following areas:

• WG 1: Vocabulary and characteristics
• WG 2: Service robot safety
• WG 4: Service robot performance  
• WG 6: Modularity for service robots
• WG 7: Management system for service robots
• WG 10: Industrial mobile robot interoperability and communication
• WG 15: Infrastructure for robot applications
• JWG 5: Joint ISO/TC 299 - IEC/SC 62A - IEC/SC 62D WG: Medical robotics 

Bridging Standards and Market Success: Lunch Talk Series

To highlight the business value of standards, the programme included a series of Lunch Talks on how standards support market access and commercial growth.

We thank our industry speakers for sharing their perspectives and experiences on bringing new technologies to market:

• Michael Sayre | Kabam Robotics
• Sunardi Tay | Lionsbot International 

Theory in Action: Learning Journey to Changi General Hospital 

Delegates from ISO/TC 299/WG 7 visited Changi General Hospital to observe the use of robotics in a healthcare setting. The visit provided insight into practical applications, including patient meal delivery and linen handling.

The programme also included a presentation by Mr Ryan Ang from the Mandai Wildlife Group Transformation Office, who shared examples of how robotics is being applied in park operations.

These site visits offered delegates a clearer understanding of how standards support the safe and consistent use of robotics in everyday environments.

Purchase of Robotic Standards

Robotic Standards are now available for purchase from the Singapore Standards e-shop:
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