ABB Robotics has identified three major trends that are likely to shape the demand for robots over the next 12 months and beyond. These trends include labour shortages, the need for more specialist partnerships between industry and educators to close the robotics and automation skills gap, and the need for businesses to find new ways to build their resilience to cope with unforeseen changes. Marc Segura, President of ABB Robotics, speaks to The Manufacturer about these current trends and the UK’s position in the race for robotics.