Learn About the Competition
STEB is a non-profit organization based in Singapore dedicated to building capacity and supporting innovation in science, technology, engineering, and business according to the STEB methodology, with a special focus on Industry 4.0 technologies, particularly robotics, AI, and digital manufacturing.
A competition aimed at spreading awareness, developing skills, and discovering talented innovators, empowering them through competitions in robotics and advanced manufacturing for K-12 and university students in partnership with STEB through year-round programs and hackathons culminating in regional qualifiers and national and global finals on seasonal innovative topics focusing on the most relevant issues to the future of robotics.
Our Vision
The competition targets ambitious goals over the next five years to support the future of industry and robotics in the Kingdom
Trained in robotics, AI, and Industry 4.0 technologies in advanced manufacturing
Discovered and nurtured from all regions of the Kingdom
From innovative projects and participations
Target Institutions
K-12 Education
- •Elementary, middle, and high school students
- •School clubs and laboratories
- •School robotics teams
Universities
- •Undergraduate and graduate students
- •Technical student clubs
- •University innovation centers
Clubs & Research Centers
- •Robotics clubs
- •Maker Spaces
- •Specialized training and research centers
Competition Stages
The national competition is held annually through successive stages culminating in global finals
Awareness & Training Programs
Spreading awareness and developing skills in robotics and AI through specialized training programs
Regional Qualifiers
Held across various regions of the Kingdom to discover talented innovators and qualify them for the next stage
National & Global Finals
The competition concludes with national finals followed by global finals with STEB member countries
The first edition of the competition will be held in the Kingdom in 2026, supported by an innovative national ecosystem including Saudi Made products, supporting local content and empowering the next generation to lead the future of robotics and industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
K-12 students (from elementary to high school) and university students can participate, either individually or in teams, along with student clubs and training centers.
The competition includes multiple tracks that will be announced when registration opens.
Registration will open on April 1, 2026. You can register your interest now to be notified when registration opens.