SDGs+Beyond Future Society for Life Week
Innovative waterfront development with autonomous vessels
TAKENAKA CORPORATION
We have been developing the concept of Umidoko Robot, which is a robot creates a floor itself that moves around like a drone on the water automatically.We will discuss innovation of urban waterfront with those who are working on the development and implementation of an autonomous vessels, including Umidoko Robot, to solve common global issues facing urban waterfront, such as environment, energy, transportation, logistics, and disaster prevention.
Discussion
- SDGs
- future society,life
| Transmission of simultaneous interpretation | Provided |
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| Language of interpretation | Japanese and English |
Reservations are required for this programme.
Booking typically opens with the '2-month advance lottery.' Click below for details.
* Arrive early; latecomers may not be admitted.
For more information about making a reservation to watch a programme.
Please watch the Virtual Studio if you are outside the venue.
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- * Programme times and content are subject to change. Any changes will be announced on this website and via the ticket booking system.
- * The schedule is subject to change depending on the organiser's circumstances.
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2025.10.08[Wed]
18:00 ～ 20:00
(Venue Open 17:40)
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- Theme Weeks Studio
海床ロボットコンソーシアム
Programme details
The Umidoko Robot has been undergoing a series of demonstration experiments in the moat of Osaka Castle Park since 2021 in preparation for the Osaka/Kansai Expo.
It is being developed by the Umidoko Robot Consortium as the autonomous vessel, that will simultaneously solve the problems facing urban waterfronts, such as an environment, energy, traffic, logistics, disaster prevention and crime prevention, as well as helping people to get closer to the waterfront for activities and entertainment.
Two autonomous vessels ‘Umidoko Robot’ developed in Japan, and ‘Roboat’ developed in the Netherlands will be introduced, and while touching on domestic and international trends and social implementation issues, the future of autonomous vessels will be outlined, including what kind of innovation they will bring to urban waterfront areas and what the future of waterfront town planning could be.
Cast
Moderator
IWAMOTO, Tadashi
MIZUBESOKEN Co., Ltd.
An architect and licensed first-class architect. Serves as the director Mizbering Project and engages in activities to enhance waterfront attractions nationwide. Provides consulting services on the utilization of waterfronts for various area management organizations across Japan. Board Member of the Ookagawa River Station Management Committee. Recipient of the Tokyo Society of Architects and Building Engineers’ “Future Architects Award” (2017), Machinaka Square Award for Excellence (2017), Good Design Award Gold Prize for Mizbering (2018), and Urban Landscape Award Special Prize in the Urban Space Category (2022).
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TAKAHAMA, Yohei
TAKENAKA CORPORATION
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Etsuro Shimizu
Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology
Professor at Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology (TUMSAT), where he will also serve as Vice Dean of the Graduate School of Marine Science and Technology from 2025. He specializes in marine cybernetics. In recent years, he has been engaged in the development of technologies related to ship operations, including Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS), alternative fuels, maritime DX, and cyber security, as well as the development of operational management technologies, and activities related to the development of regulations for social implementation.
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Ynse Deinema
ROBOAT,CEO
Ynse Deinema is the CEO of Roboat, a groundbreaking startup company in Amsterdam revolutionizing the maritime industry with autonomous technology for inland waterways. Alongside his three co-founders, Ynse transformed Roboat from a six-year R&D project into a market leader, creating innovative systems for both new and retrofitted vessels, offering varying levels of autonomy. His leadership has been instrumental in aligning the company with Amsterdam’s strategic goals for decarbonizing transport, overseeing full-scale prototypes, and fostering global collaborations. With a background in Neuroscience (BSc), Management & Entrepreneurship (MSc), and expertise in innovation funding, Ynse blends technological vision with his passion for sailing to redefine urban mobility.
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Erik Nilsson
Operative manager Torghatten AB | Zeam, operator of the worlds first autonomous passenger ferry in commercial traffic
Erik Nilsson is the Operative Manager at Torghatten AB, working on one of the company’s latest advancements in waterborne transportation—Zero Emission Autonomous Mobility (ZEAM). A trained captain and mathematician with a strong background in maritime operations, Erik plays a key role in developing and implementing zero-emission, autonomous ferry solutions to enhance urban mobility and sustainability.
At ZEAM, Erik focuses on integrating cutting-edge technology with efficient operations, ensuring seamless, eco-friendly transport solutions for the future. His expertise spans research, regulatory adaptation, and the practical deployment of autonomous vessels in real-world environments.
Passionate about the role of smart waterborne transport in modern cities, Erik actively collaborates with industry leaders, researchers, and policymakers to advance the sector.
At the Umidoko Robot_Expo 2025 Osaka Symposium, Erik will present ZEAM’s vision and operational insights, showcasing how autonomous, sustainable ferries can revolutionize urban waterfront mobility.
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UMIDOKOROBOT Consortium
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SDGs+Beyond Future Society for Life Week
Innovative waterfront development with autonomous vessels
We have been developing the concept of Umidoko Robot, which is a robot creates a floor itself that moves around like a drone on the water automatically.We will discuss innovation of urban waterfront with those who are working on the development and implementation of an autonomous vessels, including Umidoko Robot, to solve common global issues facing urban waterfront, such as environment, energy, transportation, logistics, and disaster prevention.
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2025.10.08[Wed]
18:00～20:00
(Venue Open 17:40)
- Theme Weeks Studio
- * Programme times and content are subject to change. Any changes will be announced on this website and via the ticket booking system.
- * The schedule is subject to change depending on the organiser's circumstances.
海床ロボットコンソーシアム
Reservations are required for this programme.
Booking typically opens with the '2-month advance lottery.' Click below for details.
* Arrive early; latecomers may not be admitted.
For more information about making a reservation to watch a programme.
Please watch the Virtual Studio if you are outside the venue.
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