The Cyprus Computer Society (CCS) has honoured the winners of the ninth Robotex Cyprus Educational and Sports Robotics Competition at an awards ceremony hosted by the Bank of Cyprus (BoC). The competition took place in June under the auspices of the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy, highlighting Cyprus’s continued focus on STEM education and youth innovation.

Robotics Builds Skills For The Future

The ceremony brought together representatives from Cyprus’s education, innovation and business communities. Pampos Christodoulou, newly appointed president of the Cyprus Youth Organisation (ONEK) and a co-organiser of the competition, highlighted the value of giving young people opportunities to develop robotics, teamwork and problem-solving skills.

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In a separate message delivered by Stavri Ttofa, acting director general of the Deputy Ministry, the Deputy Minister of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy congratulated participants on their achievements and commitment.

Bank Of Cyprus Adds Interactive Activities

Before the awards presentation, children and families took part in activities hosted by BoC, including an AI Photobooth, the JOEY Memory Game and Rubik’s Cube-solving competitions. Elli Ioannidou, the bank’s director of corporate social responsibility, announced the winners of these activities.

The programme also recognised the volunteers who helped deliver the event and the coaches who prepared the teams. CCS president Andreas Loutsios said the awards honoured the people whose long-standing contributions had helped establish Robotex as a fixture in Cyprus.

More Than 200 Participants Take On 25 Challenges

More than 200 robotics enthusiasts, including school pupils, university students and adults, competed in over 25 finals across a range of challenges.

The awards, designed and manufactured by Robo, were presented by representatives of supporting organisations, including the Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth, the University of Cyprus, the Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber (ETEK), IET Cyprus, XM, Neapolis, ICDL, Novatex, ZEBRA and Netinfo.

Lyceum students also received scholarships from seven private universities: NUP, EUC, UNIC, UoL, Frederick, UCLan and AUB Mediterraneo.

Winners To Represent Cyprus In South Korea

Several Robotex Cyprus winners are preparing to represent the country at Robotex International in South Korea in December, with support from the Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF).

The international competition offers students an opportunity to test their skills against global peers and gain experience that could support their future academic and professional development.

The organisers congratulated all participating teams and expressed confidence that Cyprus will continue to achieve international recognition and strengthen its position in educational robotics.