In the face of declining employment rates across vital sectors like industry, construction, and healthcare, the EU confronts a pressing challenge compounded by an ageing workforce. As this demographic shift exacerbates labour market strains, the EU's Horizon Europe programme strategically channels investments into cutting-edge technologies. Robotics and AI emerge as pivotal pillars in the pursuit of elevating overall life standards and welfare. The EU-funded FORTIS project targets a transformative solution that delves deep into Human-Robot Interaction (HRI). Its three pilots in construction, infrastructure services, and manufacturing showcase practical use cases, highlighting the potential to enhance safety and productivity. FORTIS allocates funds for additional pilots in healthcare, events, shopping centres and grocery stores.