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PH Robotics Teams Triumph at MRC Philippines & 4th Robolution National/International
The Philippine robotics community marked an exceptional week of innovation and achievement as two major national events, organized by Erovoutika,—MRC Minoan Robotsports Competition 2025 and the 4th Robolution National/International—successfully wrapped up on December 5-7, 2025 at Don Bosco Technical Institute of Makati. Participated in by over 50 schools from across the country, the back-to-back gatherings drew over 600 student innovators, coaches, educators, and industry leaders, transforming the venue into a vibrant hub of creativity, competition, and technological excellence. Both events served as a powerful testament to the country’s rapidly advancing robotics landscape.
Regional Robolution Champions Advance to National & International Levels Top-performing schools from the Robolution Regional Competitions across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao have officially secured their places in the national and international rounds. These regional winners demonstrated exceptional technical competence, problem-solving abilities, and leadership—qualities that position them strongly for the more challenging stages ahead.
Educators and coaches from the qualified schools expressed pride and anticipation as their students prepare for higher-level competitions. For many institutions, a regional win not only boosts campus pride but also inspires the next generation of learners to explore robotics and technology. With these teams now advancing to the Robolution National and the upcoming international competitions, the Philippines is set to showcase once again its growing reputation as a global hub for young robotics talent.
MRC – Minoan Robosports Competition Makes Its Philippine Debut The inaugural MRC – Minoan Robosports Competition – Philippines brought together over 130 students from 14 schools nationwide, showcasing exceptional creativity, teamwork, and passion for robotics on December 5, 2025, at Don Bosco Technical Institute of Makati.
This marked the first-ever Philippine edition of the global competition. Ioannis Karouzakis and Tryfonas Mavroudi, Managing Directors of the MRC Global Olympiad, graced the occasion and delivered inspiring messages, reinforcing their vision and ongoing support for young Filipino innovators on the international stage. Top-performing teams from the Philippines will advance to the Minoan Robosports Competition – Global
Olympiad, set for April 3–6, 2026, in Heraklion, Crete, Greece, representing the nation while competing and collaborating with teams from around the world. The competition featured a range of exciting categories, including Archery, Football, Rally, Exhibition, Wrestling (1kg, 500g, 3kg), and Humanoid Wrestling, putting the participants’ robotics skills and creativity to the test.
4th National/International Robolution: MAAP Bagged Top Awards The excitement continued at the 4th Robolution National, held on December 6–7, 2025, at Don Bosco Technical Institute of Makati, where over 400 students from 40 schools nationwide showcased their robotics skills and technical expertise through a variety of challenging competitions.
This year’s Overall Champion was the Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific (MAAP), taking home ₱40,000, a plaque, and a token for their outstanding performance. The 1st Runner-Up went to Don Bosco Technical Institute – Makati (₱10,000 + plaque + token), while Juan G. Macaraeg National High School claimed 2nd Runner-Up (₱5,000 + plaque + token).
The event was honored by a distinguished panel of judges, including Ioannis Karouzakis and Tryfonas Mavroudi from MRC Global Olympiad, and Caezar Angelito E. Arceo from the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) – Technology Application and Promotion Institute.
Robolution also received strong support from the Philippine Manufacturing Co. of Murata, Inc., Philippine Space Agency, International Robotics Championship, and the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) – ICT Literacy and Competency Development Bureau (ILCDB). Sponsors such as Zmrobo, UBTECH Robotics, U-BIX Corporation, Splash Island, Women in Tech Philippines, Manila Bulletin, and When In Manila played vital roles in ensuring the event’s success.
Participants competed across diverse categories, including Freestyle, Erobo Quiz Bee, Humanoid Sumo, ZMRobo AI Super Track, Erobot Mobile Controlled V1 and V2, Esoccerbot, Erobot Line Following V1, V2, and V3, Erobot Sumo, Erovouthon, EroMath, and EMegaSumo V1 and V3.
Winning teams will now prepare to represent the Philippines in prestigious global robotics competitions across Dubai, Turkey, Italy, Spain, Romania, Greece, and London, UK.
DOST–TAPI Choice Awardees Recognized This year’s DOST–TAPI Choice Award was presented to the outstanding student innovators from San Beda College Alabang for their project, “Project Palad.” The awardees—Andrew Ahmir A. Alangcao, Dane Marianne S. Justiniano, Ben Alfonso Raphael Singanon, and Paul Michael M. Samar—were recognized for their creativity, technical excellence, and potential to make significant contributions to the field of robotics and artificial intelligence. These victories not only highlight the exceptional talent and dedication of young Filipino innovators but also reaffirm the Philippines’ rising prominence in the global robotics arena.
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