Last week was one of those weeks that reveal how fast the industry is changing and how important it is to lead evolution rather than follow it. In just a few days, HIPROJECT took part in two key European events: the European Industry 5.0 Summit and Game Changer Ljubljana 3.0.
Both events confirmed the same message: industry is entering a new era where technology is not the goal, but a partner to humans. And HIPROJECT is, here and now, one of the players actively co-creating this new industry.
Industry 5.0 Summit: When Europe is searching for solutions, HIPROJECT delivers answers
On the main stage, HIPROJECT CEO Urban Pevnik took part in the plenary panel “Industry 5.0 – What’s There for Companies?”. He spoke about the challenges currently putting pressure on companies:
He emphasized that companies are looking for solutions with a clear, pragmatic impact: safer processes, smart integrations, automation with purpose, energy efficiency, and technologies that empower people rather than replace them.
HIPROJECT attended the Summit as one of the co-organizers, further reinforcing our role in shaping the industry of the future in Slovenia and across Europe.
Humanoid Robots: From Laboratories to Industrial Reality
On the second stage, our Head of Sales, Bojan Goluh, presented in more detail one of the most popular topics of the entire event: Humanoid Robots in Industry 5.0.
His message was crystal clear: Humanoid robots are no longer an experiment. They are coming into industry—and faster than we think.
Today, they are already capable of:
performing stable manipulations,
moving autonomously through open production spaces,
taking on repetitive, physically demanding, or hazardous tasks.
But the key isn’t in the robot. The key is in the integration.
HIPROJECT has become the first integrator of humanoid robots in Slovenia, equipped with:
in-depth automation knowledge,
understanding of factory systems (MES, PLC, SCADA),
experience in configuring industrial processes,
full lifecycle support for humanoid robotic systems.
The most advanced humanoid robot in Europe is coming to Slovenia
At the Summit, HIPROJECT announced another important milestone: we will become the first in Europe to receive the most advanced humanoid robot for industrial applications, featuring autonomous battery-swapping capability.
This means:
continuous operation,
fewer downtimes,
higher productivity,
entirely new possibilities for process automation.
This is a technology that truly marks the beginning of Industry 5.0 in practice.
Practical Examples of Industry 5.0: Solutions That Are Already Working
At the Summit, we also presented examples of best practices from our clients—companies that are already implementing:
energy consumption reduction,
safer working environments,
automation of complex processes,
integration of humanoid robotic systems,
intelligent algorithms for managing industrial systems.
Industry 5.0 is not the future. It is happening now. Our projects prove it.
Game Changer 3.0: A Sold-Out Conference Unlocking New Opportunities
Just days before the Summit, our team took part in Game Changer Ljubljana 3.0, one of the region’s leading events driving digital transformation.
Urban Pevnik and Bojan Goluh took part in the panel “From Automation to Collaboration”.
The panel explored:
The event was sold out, with an outstanding atmosphere and overwhelming interest from industry leaders and the wider public.
Why is this week a key milestone for HIPROJECT?
Because it confirmed three key truths:
1. HIPROJECT is actively shaping Industry 5.0 – not merely keeping up with trends.
Driven by our technologies, integrations, expertise and vision, we have become a key player actively shaping the future of European industry.
2. Humanoid robotics has emerged as a real and growing market segment.
Not just ideas anymore. Technology that’s making its mark in industry. Today.
HIPROJECT holds a unique position: distributor, integrator, consultant and provider of full lifecycle support.
3. The most valuable asset of HIPROJECT lies in its partnerships.
The events fostered new partnerships with:
This ecosystem will shape competitiveness for the coming decades.
The future of industry is being shaped today – and HIPROJECT is right there.
A week packed with debates, panels, demos and meetings unveiled something crucial:
Industry 5.0 is not just a vision, a concept or a distant future – it’s a reality unfolding right before us.
HIPROJECT is here to shape that reality. With courage, knowledge, innovation, and partnerships that lead to a smarter, safer, and more humane industry
