Upcoming Events

NCT PRO Challenge Asia 2025

14/12/2025 - 19/12/2025
Hua Hin, Thailand

NCT Pro Challenge Asia will take place in Hua Hin, Thailand from the 14th to the 19th of December 2025. It is the largest multinational CBRNE, EOD, and SOF training event in Asia. 

The objective of the NCT PRO Challenge event in Thailand is to provide civil and military teams of Special Forces, CBRNE, C-IED, EOD and Demining operators with state-of-the-art training in dealing with chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive threats, including tactical operations in a CBRNE environment. Teams from Thailand and the entire region are invited to join the trainings with multiple missions that are designed to simulate realistic CBRN, C-IED, and EOD scenarios. 

For more information please visit:
https://nct-events.com/nct-pro-challenge-asia-2025

International Armoured Vehicles

20/01/2026 - 22/01/2026
Farnborough IEC, UK

The International Armoured Vehicles (IAV) Conference is the leading global forum for the armoured vehicles community, hosted annually by Defence IQ. Now in its 26th year, IAV brings together military leaders, industry experts, and procurement professionals to discuss the future of armoured warfare.

With over 1,500 attendees from more than 60 countries, the event features high-level keynotes, panel discussions, and an exhibition showcasing cutting-edge vehicle platforms and technologies. Topics include digitisation, survivability, mobility, and next-generation vehicle programmes.

IAV is renowned for fostering open dialogue between defence stakeholders and industry, offering unparalleled networking opportunities and strategic insights into land defence innovation.

For more information please visit:
https://www.defenceiq.com/events

Mobile Deployable Communications

26/01/2026 - 27/01/2026
Prague, Czech Republic

Join the Mobile Deployable Communications Conference in Prague to explore cutting-edge solutions for battlefield CIS, interoperability, and resilient networks. This is the only truly international event dedicated to deployable communications, offering insights from strategic to tactical levels. Network with senior military leaders and industry innovators shaping NATO’s communication strategies for agile, adaptable forces in modern warfare.

For more information please visit:
www.smgconferences.com

Future Indirect Fires Summit

27/01/2026 - 28/01/2026
Arlington, Virginia

IDGA are delighted to announce that our Future Indirect Fires Summit is returning on January 27-28, 2026, at the Westin Hotel in Arlington, Virginia.

In it's new location, the 2026 summit will continue to grow, evolve, and expand as we bring together 300+ leaders from the indirect fires community to discuss modernization updates, emerging capabilities, long and short-range fires, the role of indirect fires in Europe and Indo-Pacific theaters, training to meet the demands of the future fight, and enhanced testing priorities to ensure success.

For more information please visit:
https://www.idga.org

UAV Technology USA

02/02/2026 - 03/02/2026
Arlington VA, USA

The UAV Technology USA Conference in Arlington is the premier U.S. forum for uncrewed aerial systems, covering ISR integration, autonomy, and counter-UAS strategies. Hear from top U.S. military branches, federal agencies, and global allies, and gain exclusive access to the latest UAV modernization programs and procurement priorities. This event is your gateway to advanced UAV solutions and strategic insights for future force readiness.

For more information please visit:
www.smgconferences.com

Enforce Tac

23/02/2026 - 25/02/2026
Nuremburg, Germany

Shaping Security - European, Networked, Future-Oriented

In the heart of Europe, a new era of Networked Security is being shaped. Under the patronage of Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Enforce Tac 2026 will strategically interlink internal and external security as well as the defence against hybrid threats. Enforce Tac is not just a trade fair – it is the central platform where decision-makers, innovators and thought leaders from government agencies, industry and society come together, united by the common goal of making Europe safer.

For more innformation please visit:
www.enforcetac.com

Military Simulation Training Summit

24/02/2026 - 25/02/2026
Celeste Hotel, Orlando

Furthering Advancement in Simulation Training for the US Army, US Navy, US Air Force and US Allied Military Forces

The 2026 IDGA Military Simulation Training Summit allows you to learn from senior decision-makers and experts in the simulation and synthetic training community. This is the premier event for the community, with over 250+ practitioners attending in Orlando - including US Army PEOs and PMs, US Navy LVC SMEs, US Air Force synthetic training leaders, cybersecurity experts, and heads of training from large and small militaries.

Current global conflicts are demonstrating the importance of upgraded training for the US and allied forces, meaning heavy investment in the sector. Such engagements on site will be critical for the improvement of tech stacks, and understanding for complex situations within combat. We are excited to be welcoming leaders of international partnership programs, along with exploring the next crucial steps for the Persistent Cyber Training Environment (PCTE).

For more information please visit:
https://www.idga.org/events-military-simulation-training

Military Robotics & Autonomous Systems

13/04/2026 - 15/04/2026
London, United Kingdom

Optimising Uncrewed Systems and Autonomous Capabilities for Future Ground Warfare

Military Robotics & Autonomous Systems is the leading event dedicated to the development, procurement and integration of Uncrewed Systems (UxS).

In an era of heightened instability and growing threats, the ability to deploy risk-reducing yet tempo- and mass-generating robotics and autonomous systems has never been more critical.

As the UK and allied NATO nations significantly increase defence spending, investment in robotics and autonomous systems is accelerating. This surge in funding underscores a clear priority for the RAS community: ensuring the safe, effective, and scalable operationalisation of these technologies to deliver enhanced capability, resilience, and interoperability across modern battlefields.

With 300+ attendees representing more than 25 nations worldwide, the 9th annual Military Robotics and Autonomous Systems conference is not to be missed.

For more information please visit:
https://www.smgconferences.com

Future Armoured Vehicles Situational Awareness

22/04/2026 - 23/04/2026
London, United Kingdom

The Future Armoured Vehicles Situational Awareness Conference is the leading platform for maximizing crew and dismount awareness. Over two days in London, discover cutting-edge sensor integration, data fusion, and decision-support technologies. Network with military leaders, procurement specialists, and industry experts to gain actionable insights into enhancing operational effectiveness and safety in complex environments.

For more information please visit:
https://www.smgconferences.com

Future Armoured Vehicles Central & Eastern Europe

18/05/2026 - 19/05/2026
Prague, Czech Republic

Join the Future Armoured Vehicles Central & Eastern Europe Conference in Prague; the region’s premier meeting for armoured modernisation. Discuss interoperability with NATO, fleet sustainment, and procurement strategies amid rising security challenges. This event delivers unmatched networking and technical insights for military leaders and industry players shaping the future of armoured capabilities across Europe.

For more information please visit:
https://www.smgconferences.com

Defence Exports

21/09/2026 - 23/09/2026
London, United Kingdom

The Defence Exports Conference in London is the world’s foremost event on defence trade compliance, tackling ITAR, EAR, ECR, and Wassenaar controls. Gain practical guidance from regulators and industry leaders on licensing, sanctions, and cybersecurity. This global forum offers unparalleled networking and compliance insights for navigating complex export regimes in a shifting geopolitical landscape.

For more information please visit:
https://www.smgconferences.com

UAV Technology

28/09/2026 - 29/09/2026
London, United Kingdom

The UAV Technology UK Conference in London is the leading European event for UAV innovation, covering ISR, precision strike, maritime operations, and civil airspace integration. Hear from UK, NATO, and international program managers, and connect with industry pioneers driving UAV procurement and regulatory frameworks. Stay ahead with strategic updates and next-gen UAV solutions.

For more information please visit:
https://www.smgconferences.com

Future Armoured Vehicles Survivability

23/11/2026 - 25/11/2026
London, United Kingdom

Be part of the Future Armoured Vehicles Survivability Conference in London; the only event dedicated to AFV survivability. Explore next-generation protection systems, lighter vehicle adaptations, and integrated solutions to counter evolving threats.

For more information please visit:
https://www.smgconferences.com