From a construction site surveying robot to one that scans library bookshelves and another that rolls around and zaps mosquitoes – many companies in Singapore have been using robotics to fill up jobs amid a labour crunch in the city-state.

The Aroma Group, Mitr Phol and Thai Coffee and Tea have joined True Visions in organising the 7th Thailand Indy Barista Championship to find the best coffee maker in Thailand.