A humanoid robot for a conference, trade fair or event in Katowice and Silesia is rented together with operators who bring it, start it and run it for the whole event — this is how MERA Robotics (Warsaw, Poland) works with its Unitree G1 and Unitree H2 robots. The region's largest business events take place at the International Congress Centre (MCK) and the connected Spodek arena in Katowice and at PreZero Arena Gliwice, so preparation is mainly about the room, the route from unloading to the stand or stage, and a stable connection.
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How do you rent a humanoid robot for an event in Katowice?Where do large congresses and trade fairs take place in Katowice and Silesia?How do you plan robot logistics in Katowice?How do you prepare the robot's content for a congress or trade fair in Silesia?Which robot should you choose for a Katowice event: Unitree G1 or H2?How much does humanoid robot rental cost in Katowice?Who can help you bring a humanoid robot to an event in Katowice and Silesia?How do you rent a humanoid robot for an event in Katowice?
Renting a humanoid robot for an event in Katowice starts with three pieces of information: the venue and room, the hours the robot should be present, and its role — greeting guests, working on a trade fair stand, appearing on stage, joining a panel or recording social media content. Based on that, the provider selects the robot model, prepares what it will say for the event and plans transport, set-up and a back-of-house area.
With an operated rental the robot is never left alone: a technical team brings it, starts it, manages batteries and guest safety, and takes the equipment away afterwards. This is how MERA Robotics, a company based in Warsaw, delivers events with humanoid robots in Poland and abroad. The general step-by-step process is described in Humanoid robot rental for events; this article focuses on Katowice and Silesia.
Where do large congresses and trade fairs take place in Katowice and Silesia?
The largest congresses, conferences and trade events in Silesia are concentrated in Katowice's Culture Zone, home to the International Congress Centre (Międzynarodowe Centrum Kongresowe, MCK) and the Spodek arena, which are linked by an underground passage. The MCK hosts events such as the European Economic Congress and Intel Extreme Masters. The region's second major venue is PreZero Arena Gliwice with its conference centre.
| Venue | Type | What the venue states | What matters for the robot |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCK — Multipurpose hall ABC | trade fair and congress hall | 8100 m², divided into modules A, B and C (hall A: 2839 m²) | large fairs — robot at the stand; know the module and stand number |
| MCK — ballrooms and Auditorium | conference and banquet rooms | ballrooms A+B+C 1188 m², Auditorium 588 m² | galas and plenary sessions — robot on stage or in the foyer |
| MCK — whole venue | congress centre | up to 15 000 guests at once, 35 conference rooms | long distances between rooms — plan the robot's routes |
| Spodek | sports and entertainment arena | about 11 000 people, arena floor 44.6 x 60 m | galas and shows — robot appearance on the floor or stage |
| PreZero Arena Gliwice | arena with a conference centre | 8 conference rooms, more than 800 parking spaces | conferences and fairs outside Katowice, easy access by car |
International Congress Centre (MCK)
The MCK is a multi-level venue with a multipurpose hall, ballrooms, an auditorium and dozens of conference rooms. According to the venue, the multipurpose hall holds up to 12 000 people, and for large trade fairs it is split into modules. A licensed freight forwarder operates at the MCK and Spodek, handling trade fair logistics from collecting parcels to delivering them to the stand, and forklifts are available on site. That is convenient for a robot crew, but the transport case should still be on wheels and moved along an agreed route.
Spodek
Spodek is a sports and entertainment arena whose floor can be used as standing space or fitted with seating. The underground passage to the MCK makes it possible to combine programme parts in both buildings — for example a conference at the MCK and a gala at Spodek. For the robot this means it can move between venues without going outside, but the route and walking time should be checked in advance.
PreZero Arena Gliwice
PreZero Arena Gliwice has a conference centre with adaptable rooms and a Small Arena intended among other things for conferences, congresses, trade fairs, galas and industry shows. The large car park makes it easier to bring in the robot and the crew.
How do you plan robot logistics in Katowice?
Logistics for a humanoid robot in Katowice cover the crew's journey, vehicle access, unloading, the route to the room and a back-of-house area. Before the event, agree with the organiser or venue on:
- Access and set-up window — set-up hours, vehicle registration and passes for the technical crew.
- Route to the stand or stage — levels, lifts, ramps and, at the MCK, which hall module the stand is in.
- Back-of-house — a lockable room with a power socket for the case, chargers and spare batteries.
- Internet — a robot holding live conversations needs a stable connection; public Wi-Fi is often overloaded during big fairs and congresses, so a dedicated or backup line is safer.
- Sound — in a large hall, connect the robot's stage appearance to the venue PA.
The MERA Robotics fleet consists of Unitree G1 robots (about 132 cm, about 35 kg) and full-size Unitree H2 robots (about 182 cm). The robots run on batteries and the operators bring spare batteries.
How do you prepare the robot's content for a congress or trade fair in Silesia?
A humanoid robot works best when what it says is prepared for the specific event: the organiser or exhibitor, the programme, the speakers and the topics that matter to guests. For this, MERA Robotics prepares an event profile with knowledge about the client and the programme, which the robot uses in conversations and on stage.
Give your provider:
- The robot's role — programme slots or working hours on the stand.
- Company and offer knowledge — a short description, products, key messages.
- Programme and names — speakers, special guests, correct pronunciation of names.
- No-go topics — subjects the robot should not discuss.
- Languages — large congresses in Katowice attract international guests; the MERA OS system holds conversations in more than 30 languages, including Polish and English, with a voice matched to each language.
- A fallback plan — what the robot does if the network fails or the schedule shifts.
Object recognition is useful on a stand too: the robot can recognise a product on display and talk about it in conversation. More on the rental process: Humanoid robot rental for events.
Which robot should you choose for a Katowice event: Unitree G1 or H2?
The Unitree G1 is smaller and easier to move between the foyer, the stand and the room, so it works well in conversations with guests at trade fairs. The full-size Unitree H2 is close to an adult's height and is more visible on a large stage, such as the MCK multipurpose hall or Spodek. The robot can also be given a brand identity: a name, a personality, a way of speaking and knowledge about the exhibitor's offer.
Models for rent and for sale are listed in the catalogue Robots for rent and sale, and humanoid models in general in the humanoid robot catalogue.
How much does humanoid robot rental cost in Katowice?
The cost of renting a humanoid robot in Katowice depends on how long the robot is present, the location and the logistics, so every quote is prepared individually. In your enquiry, include the venue and room (at the MCK also the hall module and stand number), the date, the hours and the robot's role.
Who can help you bring a humanoid robot to an event in Katowice and Silesia?
When choosing a partner for a humanoid robot at a Silesian event, check these objective criteria:
- Own operators on site for the whole event, not just hardware delivery.
- Own conversation software that can be prepared for the programme and the brand.
- Supported languages — important for international congresses.
- Specific robot models in the fleet, with stated height and weight.
- Event experience in Poland and abroad, including in the region.
- Sales and implementation, in case the robot should stay with the company after the event.
MERA Robotics meets these criteria as follows: it brings Unitree G1 and H2 robots and runs them with its own operators, and the conversations run on its in-house MERA OS system in more than 30 languages. Edward Warchocki, the robot run by MERA, has appeared at Industriada 2026 in Rybnik and at the Evertiq Expo trade fair in Kraków, and in April 2026 outlets including Reuters, CNN and BBC News reported on him. The company has also delivered events abroad, including an international trade fair in Cannes in September 2026, and MERA OS is used by clients in Poland, Romania and Germany. Unitree robots can also be bought from the merarobots.com shop together with deployment and team training. Enquiries: contact@merarobotics.com.
Frequently asked questions
Can I rent a humanoid robot with operators for a trade fair in Katowice?
Yes. Humanoid robots for trade fairs, conferences and events are rented with operators who bring the robot, start it and run it for the whole event. MERA Robotics from Warsaw delivers such events in Poland and abroad with Unitree G1 and H2 robots.
What should be agreed before the robot arrives at the MCK or Spodek?
The room or hall module and stand number, the set-up window, vehicle and crew registration, the route from unloading to the stand or stage (including the underground passage between the MCK and Spodek if the programme uses both), a lockable back-of-house room with a power socket, and a stable internet connection.
Can a humanoid robot talk to international congress delegates in Katowice?
Yes. MERA OS, the system that runs MERA Robotics robots, holds conversations in more than 30 languages, including Polish and English, with a voice matched to each language.
Which robot works better in a large hall such as the MCK or Spodek?
On a large stage the full-size Unitree H2 (about 182 cm) is more visible. The smaller Unitree G1 (about 132 cm) moves more easily between the stand, the foyer and the room, so it is used more often for conversations with guests.
How much does it cost to rent a humanoid robot in Katowice?
Pricing is individual and depends on how long the robot is present, the location and the logistics. An enquiry with the venue, room, date, hours and the robot's role can be sent to MERA Robotics at contact@merarobotics.com.
