About PETROBOTS Maker Fair

Theme: Engineering Intelligence with Robotics and Automation

PETROBOTS Maker Fair 2026 is an event under UTP PETROBOTS. This initiative introduces robotics skills and provides a platform for UTP students to engage with companies specialising in engineering fields such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and drones through exhibitions and workshops.

In conjunction with the fair, UTP PETROBOTS will host an international-level robotics competition at Chancellor Hall, Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP). The competition spans two days — Day 1 for testing, and Day 2 for groupings, knockout stages, and finals.

Event Details

Key information about the upcoming Maker Fair

Expected Participants

Dates

3rd-4th October 2026

(Saturday–Sunday)

Expected Participants

500–700

Venues

Chancellor Hall

International Reach

Malaysia + countries such as Taiwan, China, Vietnam, Thailand, and more

About the Organiser (PETROBOTS)

UTP Robotics Society • Building a maker culture

UTP Robotics Society (PETROBOTS) is a well-established robotics society that has been active for a long time at UTP. Originally formed to compete in ROBOCON, it has gradually evolved to serve as a platform for undergraduate robotics advancement for students from diverse backgrounds.

PETROBOTS strives to establish a maker culture within the UTP community — an “urge to create.” The society participates in robotics competitions, research, and event management with the hope of creating success stories both within and outside of UTP.

About Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP)

Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) is a leading private university in Malaysia, known for its strong emphasis on engineering, science, and technology education. Established to nurture future industry leaders, UTP provides a dynamic learning environment that blends academic excellence with practical, industry-driven experiences.

UTP fosters innovation, research, and collaboration among students from diverse backgrounds, equipping them with the skills and mindset needed to address real-world challenges. Through various academic programs, research initiatives, and student-led organisations, UTP continues to shape graduates who are globally competitive and forward-thinking.

Past Execution: PETROBOTS Maker Fair 2025

🏆 Teams: 28 (National-level)

PETROBOTS Maker Fair 2025 was a competition-based event aimed at fostering UTP students’ robotics and programming skills. It mainly consisted of a hackathon (solution-driven programming competition) and a company exhibition involving engineering-focused companies.

A total of 28 teams participated in this national-level hackathon, representing institutions such as UTP, SEGi (Penang), TARUMT, APU, and Heriot-Watt University. The platform nurtured students’ interest in emerging innovations, strengthened hands-on problem-solving, and provided valuable industry exposure and networking opportunities.