Upcoming Events

C21SR

29/11/2020 - 01/12/2020
Virtual Event

Realizing joint all-domain command and control

The C2ISR USA conference serves as a landmark strategic forum for the Five Eyes partners, bringing together representatives from DoD, Navy, Army, Air Force, Marine Corps and Joint Staff together with defense industry leaders. Running online in 2020, the event is part of Defence IQ’s world-leading ISR portfolio, the overall aim of which is to deliver and to sustain a decisive information and decision-making advantage for combat forces across every warfighting domain – from space to cyberspace, from air to the seabed.

The US Joint Staff’s adoption of Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) presents an unprecedented opportunity to unify service-level thinking on multi-domain warfare. The focus of this year's conference, it provides a platform for re-designing C2 frameworks with cross-domain operations in mind, and encourages the development of ISR capabilities that can be leveraged by every component of the joint force. For the C2ISR enterprise - and for our conference - JADC2 offers a chance to work towards capabilities that can meet the challenges of tempo, distance and A2/AD imposed by peer warfighting, enabling the delivery of warfighting effect across multiple domains.

For more information please visit:
https://www.defenceiq.com/events-c2isr-usa-online/

Military Airlift and Air-to-Air Refuelling

01/12/2020 - 02/12/2020
Virtual Conference

As strategic and heavy airlift continues to drive expeditionary capability – the market capitalisation of this mission critical sector continues to grow. Delivering ‘boots on the ground’, as well as military support to civilian authorities in the recent COVID-19 epidemic, means that there has never been a more important time to view how armed forces, industry and governments are developing this force multiplier.

SMi Group are pleased to announce the return of the 21st Annual Military Airlift and Air-to-Air Refuelling conference, taking place this December as a fully interactive virtual event.

Highlights for 2020:

• Listen to briefings from key allied partners across the strategic and tactical airlift sectors and develop an understanding of programme developments and future requirements
• Refined focus on the air-to-air refuelling market and how this critical enabler provides mission support
• Industry presentations from key commercial partners across the domain including Airbus, Boeing, TLD, Leonardo, Mitiga Solutions and more...
• Learn about key topics within the Military Airlift and AAR community including rotary wing AAR and airlift, resource pooling efforts, humanitarian and disaster relief airlift, rapid response and delivery capability, and the use of assets for Military Aid to Civil Authorities (MACA) in response to COVID-19...

Military & Government Personnel can attend the event for FREE and commercial organisations can register for only £999.

For more information please visit:
www.military-airlift.com

International Armoured Vehicles 2021

26/01/2021 - 11/02/2021
Virtual Event

International Armoured Vehicles, the world’s leading conference for the community, is running online from 26 January-11 February 2021. Featuring 9-days of content on every related topic, from amphibious vehicles to robotics to C4I, it represents the single best opportunity to transform armour for multi-domain warfare. 

Keynotes briefers for IAVs 2021 include:

• General Tim Radford CB DSO OBE, Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Europe, NATO SHAPE
• Lieutenant General Chris L Tickell CBE, Deputy Chief of the General Staff, British Army
• Lieutenant General Martin H. Wijnen, Commander, Royal Netherlands Army
• Lieutenant General Sir Edward Smyth-Osbourne KCVO CBE, Commander, Headquarters Allied Rapid Reaction Corps
• Lieutenant General John Kolasheski, Commanding General, V Corps, US Army Forces Command
• Major General Karl Engelbrektson, Commander, Swedish Army
• Major General Erik Peterson, Director, Force Development, Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff, G-8, US Army
• Major General Patrick J. Donahoe, Commanding General, U.S. Army Maneuver Center of Excellence

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

Future Soldier Technology 2021 (Virtual Conference)

09/03/2021 - 10/03/2021
Virtual Conference: Online Access Only

Building on the huge success of its six previous years, SMi Group’s Future Soldier Technology Conference will return on 9th - 10th March 2021 as a virtual event to discuss what nations are doing to enhance their dismounted soldier technology across the key capability areas of lethality, survivability, sustainability, C4i and power systems.

As the only conference exclusively focused on dismounted soldier technology, Future Soldier Technology 2021 will be an essential event for all those in the field, gathering operational users, capability development directors and industry professionals from across the globe to discuss soldier modernisation programmes, current requirements, new technologies and more.

Key Highlights:

• Hear keynote briefings from senior military officers on leading soldier modernisation programmes
• Gain a unique focus on the human factors surrounding new technologies, including ergonomics, carry distribution, new materials, durability, and tools used to operate in extreme weather environments
• Listen to and engage in high level panel discussions featuring technical managers and project engineers from the military and research agencies
• Network virtually with professionals who are shaping and influencing future soldier programmes

For more information please visit:
www.futuresoldiertechnology.com

Future Armoured Vehicles Situational Awareness

12/04/2021 - 13/04/2021
London, UK

In an increasingly complex and congested digital battlespace, the need to provide near real-time information on the whereabouts of an adversary’s location and intent, using enhanced situational awareness capabilities, is vital in aiding armoured units to respond quickly to incoming threats. It is therefore imperative for our defence forces to have a greater understanding of the capabilities available, to enhance both combat effectiveness and the survivability of the vehicle.

SMi Group proudly presents the fifth annual conference in the sell-out portfolio of Armoured Vehicle events: Future Armoured Vehicles Situational Awareness 2021, the leading conference for armoured vehicle experts focused on C2, C4i, sensors, optronics and vehicle architecture.

The 2021 event invites not only military programme managers, operational commanders and leading engineers, but will also provide the perfect platform for both operational users and industry to share their insights on the latest systems and sub-systems, providing greater awareness of existing capabilities and future requirements.

Highlights for 2021

• Hear the latest host nation capability updates from the British Armour Centre, Joint Forces Command, DSTL and DE&S
• Network with key OEMs and System Integrators such as General Dynamics European Land Systems, Patria Land, Thales, Diehl Defence, SAAB Barracuda, BAE and General Dynamics UK
• New focuses: sensor networks, signature management and integration of unmanned assets
• Explore land force interoperability and training requirements for enhanced joint fires during coalition operations

Key topics will include: vetronic architectures, communications, CIS capabilities, battle management systems, acoustic sensors, optronics, crew displays, active protection, defensive aid suites and mobile camouflage systems.

For more information please visit:
www.armouredvehicles-sa.com

Small Satellites 2021

26/04/2021 - 27/04/2021
London, United Kingdom

With the Small Satellites market expected to grow into a $7.53 bn (£5.94 bn) industry by 2022, the ability to deliver connectivity here on the ground through new LEO constellations mantel is already being seriously developed by leading industry and government stakeholders worldwide.

As adoption of small, nano and cube satellite constellations has been driven by the commercial market – in particular for COMSATCOM – there is now growing consensus that architectures of military systems can and must include architecture that will support LEO solution provision.

With this in mind, SMi are delighted to announce the inaugural Small Satellites conference in London on the 26th - 27th April 2021, which will explore economies of scale, small satellite production and design, regulatory considerations in the increasingly congested domain and key programme updates from across leading space agencies, militaries and commercial solution providers. 

For more information please visit:
https://www.smi-online.co.uk

The Emergency Services Show

27/04/2021 - 28/04/2021
NEC, Birmingham, UK

Featuring over 450 exhibitors displaying the latest equipment on the market, live interactive demonstrations, unique CPD accredited seminar programme and unrivalled networking opportunities, the two-day event brings together all areas of the emergency services industry - both public & private sector, to discover innovative technology and solutions, share their experiences and unite in their collaborative approach to operational effectiveness and efficiency.

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

Future Forces Exhibition 2021

28/04/2021 - 30/04/2021
Virtual Event

International exhibition and expert events on the latest trends and technologies in defence and security. All events are primarily focused on the presentation of current and future needs of the NATO & partner countries’ armed and security forces, state-of-the-art technologies and R&D programs with interactions between all involved participants due to the interconnected topics. Both the exhibition and forum are also attended by members of the NATO and EU working groups that are having official annual meetings within the FFF programme. The groups’ aim is enhancing industry cooperation in order to fulfil the allied countries’ objectives.

Main Events & Conferences Topics: (Program will be updated)

• Future Forces Exhibition
• Future Forces Conference – Dismounted Soldier Systems Panel; Future Land Forces Panel; Future Air Force Panel
• C4ISTAR Conference
• CBRN & Medical Congress
• Multi-domain Advanced Robotic Systems Conference
• Logistics Capability Conference
• Future of Cyber Conference
• NATO M&S COE MESAS 2020 - Modelling & Simulation for Autonomous Systems Conference
• NATO STO MSG-SET-183 Specialists‘ Meeting on Drone Detectability: Modelling the Relevant Signature
• Official Sessions of the NATO Expert Working Groups

For more information please visit:
www.future-forces-forum.org

ADAS 2021

05/05/2021 - 07/05/2021
World Trade Center, Manila, Philippines

4th Asian Defense, Security & Crisis Management Exhibition & Conference

Fully endorsed and supported by His Excellency, The President, the Department of National Defense (DND), the National Security Council (NSC), the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), the Philippine National Police (PNP), and various other Defense, Security and Disaster & Crisis Management Agencies, the 4th ADAS will be held from 05-07 May 2021 in Manila serving the Philippines and the wider Asia Pacific region. 

ADAS 2021 provides a valuable opportunity for the global defense, security and disaster & crisis management companies to have unprecedented access to key officials, decision-makers, influencers to meet, network and showcase their latest technologies, products and solutions and to strengthen relationships with the various Philippine Government agencies and local and international industry partners.

For more information, please visit:
www.adas.ph

DEFEA - Defence Exhibition Athens

11/05/2021 - 13/05/2021
Metropolitan Expo, Athens, Greece

Α high-profile international defence exhibition where International companies will present land, naval, aerospace, national and cyber security defence systems. DEFEA will take place 11th to 13th of May 2021 and is under the auspices of the Ministry of Defence - General Directorate for Defence Investments and Armaments (GDDIA) with the support of Hellenic Manufacturers Association of Defence Material and is organised by ROTA Exhibitions Greece.

For more information please visit:
defea.gr

Unmanned Maritime Systems Technology

12/05/2021 - 13/05/2021
London, UK

Unmanned systems are becoming an increasingly essential part of the world’s fleets as modern navies seek new ways to complete dangerous tasks faster, easier, and with fewer sailors and marines in harm’s way. To enable this, leading navies have recently been increasing their investment in unmanned technology, so it has never been more crucial to explore the latest advances and opportunities and to align priorities between allied nations.

SMi Group are pleased to announce the return of Unmanned Maritime Systems Technology (UMST), taking place in London on 12th-13th May 2021.

Key topics to be discussed include: Autonomy for MCM and ASW operations, updates on key unmanned platform programmes, the future of unmanned capabilities in the Royal Navy (including a dedicated panel), preparing and supporting unmanned systems for operations, UMS interoperability initiatives, unmanned hydrography and oceanography, and many more.

As the world’s leading event, UMST 2021 will provide a crucial forum for the discussion of current and future projects and programmes delivering unmanned and autonomous technology for the naval unmanned systems community. 

For more information please visit:
www.umsconference.com

DSEI Japan 20221

19/05/2021 - 20/05/2021
Makuhari Messe

Japan's only fully integrated defence event

DSEI Japan is the only large-scale, fully integrated defence event to take place in Japan, providing unprecedented levels of access into the Japanese and wider Asia-Pacific market. 

Taking place 19-21 May 2021, the second edition of DSEI Japan will bring the global defence and security sector together with the entire Japanese and wider Asian defence community to innovate, partner and share knowledge under one roof across three days.

The event is brought to you by the same organisers of DSEI, with a proven track record of bringing the entire supply chain together on an unrivalled scale.

For more information please visit:
https://www.dsei-japan.com

Helicopter Technology Central and Eastern Europe 2021

19/05/2021 - 20/05/2021
Novatel Budapest Centrum, Budapest, Hungary

SMi Group are delighted to present the 6th annual Helicopter Technology Central and Eastern Europe! The awaited event will return to Budapest, Hungary on the 19th - 20th May 2021.

where delegates will be given a fantastic opportunity to hear from key military figures and government personnel.

Key topics to be discussed: modernisation programmes, readiness of regional rotary fleets, procurement goals, national security, operations and interoperability, platform and programme upgrades, and much more.

The two-day conference will be expected to have the widest European nations, where key industry players such as Airbus, Bell, Leonardo, Sikorsky and many more are anticipated to attend! There will also be strong host nation representation from the Hungarian Forces as well as other senior military experts from the Central and Eastern European region.

Benefits of attending 2021’s event:

• Keynote briefings from senior officers from Central and Eastern Europe
• A unique focus on multipurpose helicopter technology and joint force interoperability
• High level panel discussions involving technical managers and project engineers from established military organisations.
• Informal networking time so you can gather insight from peers and colleagues also shaping and influencing regional helicopter programmes today

As the only conference that specialises in rotary systems in the Central and Eastern Europe region, join us and hear from an international speaker line-up, which includes Hungary, Slovakia, Romania, Croatia, Czech Republic, many more!

For more information please visit:
www.futurehelicopter.co.uk

DSEI

14/09/2021 - 16/09/2021
Excel, London

POWERING PROGRESS DEFINING YOUR FUTURE

DSEI connects governments, national armed forces, industry thought leaders and the entire defence & security supply chain on a global scale. With a range of valuable opportunities for networking, a platform for business, access to relevant content & live-action demonstrations, the DSEI community can strengthen relationships, share knowledge and engage in the latest capabilities across the exhibition’s Aerospace, Land, Naval, Security & Joint Zones.

For more information please visit:
https://www.dsei.co.uk

Defence Exports Conference

15/09/2021 - 16/09/2021
London, United Kingdom

SMi Group are delighted to announce that the fifteenth annual Defence Exports conference will be taking place on the 15-16 September 2021 in London - a prime location for international defence trade.

As one of the leading global defence exports conferences, this meeting will provide an unparalleled opportunity for industry professionals and government officials to discuss global defence trade compliance in depth.

There is a need for effective strategies that will optimise efficiency in global defence trade compliance - Defence Exports 2021 will explore this challenge and examine how a robust global trade compliance programme can be implemented.

Key highlights:

• Listen to senior briefings on regulation controls including ITAR, EAR, ECR, Dual-Use and the Wassenaar Agreement
• Meet and network with leading lawyers, compliance experts, government officials and industry representatives from across the globe
• Discuss how a robust global trade compliance programme can be implemented
• Discover practical guidance on effective trade, licensing and compliance

For more information please visit:
www.defence-exports.com

Future Armoured Vehicles Power Systems

22/09/2021 - 23/09/2021
London, UK

As the shift from traditional power packs towards alternative means of vehicle propulsion accelerates, and armed forces around the world begin to embrace innovative solutions to armoured vehicle mobility, powertrain and power management considerations have never been so important.

SMi Group proudly presents the newest addition to our sell-out Armoured Vehicles events portfolio: Future Armoured Vehicles Power Systems 2021, the only conference for armoured vehicle experts focused on vehicle power and propulsion systems.

Highlights for 2021:

• Explore how technological advances will enhance overall performance for future armoured vehicles, as platform electrification moves closer to reality, and software developments allow for superior survivability, mobility and situational awareness capabilities
• Listen to key host-nation decision makers
• Network with key OEMs and System Integrators
• Understand the opportunities for industry to engage in the future of armoured vehicle propulsion, with the UK and international partners continuing to develop innovative technology at a rapid rate

Discuss a diverse range of topics including; platform electrification, hybrid fuel-cells and hybrid-electric drive, maintaining the operability of increasingly power-sensitive systems, enhancing situational awareness, survivability and lethality through more effective APUs, and many more.

Register online at:
www.fav-powersystems.com

Military Flight Training

06/10/2021 - 07/10/2021
London, UK

As new threats create more challenging and dangerous air operations, and NATO-aligned militaries see increasingly higher operational tempos, flight training and preparation must respond to these developments to prepare pilots for dynamic operational environments.

BENEFITS OF ATTENDING:

• GAIN a holistic look at current developments in flight training across fast-jet, rotary-wing, fixed-wing
• DELVE into the latest topics and trends shaping the future of synthetic training, retention and training, gaming technology and more
• HEAR the latest updates from leading OEMs delivering the latest flight training platforms and systems
• NEW SPEAKERS

There have been a number of recent investments from NATO-allied countries in flight training systems and platforms and for this reason, the two-day event represents a unique opportunity for operational users and industry to meet and exchange new ideas and share best practices on how to ensure that the pilots of the future are ready to fight and win.

For more information please visit:
https://www.smi-online.co.uk

Social Media in the Defence and Military Sector

17/11/2021 - 18/11/2021
London, UK

Now in its 10th year, SMi Group are pleased to present the Social Media in the Defence and Military Sector conference, returning to London on the 17th and 18th November 2021.

This two-day event will involve a comprehensive view of the use of social media for military purposes. Social media has become increasingly important as a communication channel in civilian society, and the military sector is no different. It can be used as a platform for information and recruitment purposes, fulfil a welfare function for personnel keeping in touch with family and friends, and as a strategic communication tool for opinion-forming and psychological operations. Social media offers militaries fast, direct communications with their workforces as well as highly effective ways of communicating externally.

Join us this this November to learn from a truly global line-up of military and government speakers, meet your peers from around the world, and gain insight into the armed forces’ day-to-day activities from branding and recruitment to frontline operations, intelligence, and cyber warfare.

Key Reasons to Attend:

• Engage with a dynamic, global audience of military officers, government officials, industry experts and social media specialists on crucial topics such recruitment, audience engagement, crisis response tactics and combating fake news
• Exclusive Host Nation presentations from the UK MoD
• Dedicated sessions on COVID-19 response and the role of the military in keeping the world virus-free
• Two half day pre-conference workshops focusing on social media strategies and the utilisation of immersive technologies in military communications campaigns

#MilSocialMedia

Secure your attendance at:
www.militarysocialmedia.com

Expodefensa 2021

29/11/2021 - 01/12/2021
Bogota, Columbia

Expodefensa is the leading hub for Defense and Security in Latin America and the Caribbean.

• International exhibition and the point of reference for Latin America.
• Technology development and innovation place for Defense and Security forces.
• Large spectrum of players from public bodies to private operators.
• Exchange meeting between manufacturers and clients/prospects.
• Proven Eurosatory know-how with the best Defense & Security exhibitions requirements.
• Numerous Official Delegations, business meetings, networking.
• Promotion of national industry, especially of the Colombian Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

For more information please visit:
https://www.expodefensa.com.co