Starship Technologies delivery robots in Milton Keynes promote university courses to local residents
Milton Keynes College has partnered with Starship Technologies to to promote its university level courses to local learners using autonomous delivery robots. The campaign will see these robots carry Milton Keynes College’s campaign artwork as part of a city wide roll-out.
Starship’s six wheeled robots are best known for delivering local Co-Op orders to MK residents’ doorsteps. The aim here is to reach people who are thinking about their next step after Level 3 study, looking for a local route into university level study or considering a career change.
The campaign also taps into one of Milton Keynes’ most recognisable local features. The artwork includes a bird’s eye view of Milton Keynes roads, with a playful nod to the city’s famous roundabouts layered into the campaign design.
Laura Black, Group Director for Adults, HE and South Central Institute of Technology, Milton Keynes College Group, says: “We’re very excited about this innovative new campaign, which will help to raise awareness of the fantastic university level courses available at Milton Keynes College. We offer a wide range of university level courses, including our new degrees validated by The Open University, higher level apprenticeships and Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) and Higher National Certificates (HNC).”
“Studying a university level course with Milton Keynes College allows students to benefit from expert tutors, excellent facilities and lower fees than most universities. So, do give the robots a wave if you see them, and visit our website if you’re interested in taking your learning to the next level at Milton Keynes College.”
Lisa Johnson, Vice President for Starship Technologies, says: “We love Milton Keynes - it’s our robots’ first home in the UK. We’re always on the lookout for things we can do to help MK organisations. We’re chuffed to bring Milton Keynes College’s message on university level study to local people. It’s a great partnership and Edison Media’s campaign suits our robots very well - they’ve never looked so stylish!”
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards
Robots will be a key focus area at the 2026 RTIH Innovation Awards.
The awards are now open for entries and celebrate global retail technology innovation in a fast moving omnichannel world.
Our winners will be revealed at the 2026 RTIH Innovation Awards Ceremony, taking place at The HAC in Central London on Wednesday, 4th November.
Check out our 2025 winners here.
Our 2025 hall of fame entrants were revealed during a sold out event which took place at The HAC on 16th October and consisted of a drinks reception, three course meal, and awards ceremony presided over by award winning comedian, actress and writer Tiff Stevenson.
In his welcome speech, Scott Thompson, Founder and Editor, RTIH, said: “This is the awards’ fifth year as a physical event. We started off with just 30 people at the South Place Hotel not far from here, then moved to London Bridge Hotel, then The Barbican, and last year RIBA’s HQ in the West End.”
“But I’m conscious of the fact that, to quote the legend that is Taylor Swift, You’re only as hot as your last hit, baby. So, this year we’ve moved to our biggest venue yet, and also pulled in our largest number of entries to date and broken attendance records.”
He added: “This year’s submissions have without doubt been our best yet. To quote one of the judges: The examples of innovative developments across both traditional and digital retail spaces were truly remarkable.”
Congratulations to our winners, and a big thank you to our sponsors, judging panel, the legend that is Tiff Stevenson, and all those who attended our 2025 gathering.
