Upcoming Events

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

IDEF'21

25/05/2021 - 28/05/2021
Istanbul, Turkey

IDEF'21 15th International Defence Industry Fair will be organised under the auspices of the Presidency of the Republic of Turkey, hosted by the Ministry of National Defence and under the management and responsibility of the Turkish Armed Forces Foundation.

For more information please visit:
idef.com.tr

Future Soldier Technology USA 2021

08/06/2021 - 09/06/2021
Virtual Conference (Online)

As militaries reorient and modernise their combat capabilities, the dismounted soldier and marine remain critical to the success of combat operations. Major strides are being made in providing soldiers with enhanced abilities to maneuver, detect, target and defeat threats at greater ranges and speed than ever before.

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

DSA 2021 Global Summit

08/06/2021 - 10/06/2021
Virtual Conference

The Ninth Annual Dynamic Spectrum Alliance 2021 Global Summit will be held virtually this year. The 2021 Global Summit will bring together policy makers, regulators, academia, and private sector leaders in spectrum management to discuss and debate spectrum sharing methods and models, from exclusive use licensing to unlicensed spectrum allocations.

The Summit will explore how various spectrum sharing regulatory regimes across a variety of complementary spectrum bands can be coordinated to lower costs and increase the capacity of deployments across the globe and connect the remaining 4 billion to the digital economy.

The Dynamic Spectrum Alliance’s Global Summit is the premier event for policy makers, regulators, and industry personnel on Spectrum Sharing. Sessions included keynote presentations, regulatory and industry focused panel sessions, and discussion-oriented roundtables lead by Summit sponsors.

For more information please visit:
dynamicspectrumalliance.org/global-summit

NCT eXplosive Europe 2021

08/06/2021 - 10/06/2021
Rieti, Italy

Connecting the European EOD Community

After successful editions in Serbia and The Netherlands, NCT eXplosive Europe will be hosted at the Italian Joint NBC Defense School in Rieti, Italy, for a three-days event featuring a conference, exhibition and trainings for first responders in the field of C-IED, EOD and demining. Military, civil and industry representatives from the European and international C-IED, EOD and demining community will have the chance to gather in a three-days event focused on knowledge exchange, networking and operational training with the goal of strengthening our defense capabilities against the threat posed by explosive devices.

During the NCT PRO Trainings, teams of C-IED and EOD first responders from all over Europe will be trained based on their requirements using the newest technologies provided by participating companies. Join us for the must attend eXplosive event in Europe!

For more information please visit:
https://nct-events.com/event/nct-explosive-europe-2021

NCT PRO Challenge Asia 2021

28/06/2021 - 02/07/2021
Cambodia

Training School for Multinational Peacekeeping Forces

The first NCT PRO Challenge will be dedicated to CBRNe, C-IED and EOD responder teams and conducted at the Training School for Multinational Peacekeeping Forces in Kampong Speu, Cambodia, in partnership with Mac7 and the Cambodian Mine Action and Victim Assistance Authority.

Teams of international professionals will be trained based on their requirements using equipment provided by leading CBRNe, C-IED and EOD companies from all over the world.

For more information please visit:
https://nct-events.com/event/pro-challenge-asia-2021

NCT USA 2021

07/09/2021 - 09/09/2021
Edgewood MD, USA

Connecting the American CBRNe Community

NCT USA will welcome the highest decision makers from the national CBRNe, C-IED, EOD Community, again providing a networking and knowledge exchange platform for local & federal first responders, as well as industry leaders in the fields of CBRNe, C-IED and EOD. Over the duration of three days, NCT USA will feature a Conference, Exhibition and the 6th edition of the NCT PRO Trainings. Based on the success of the previous editions, the NCT PRO Trainings will foster interoperability of responders and introduce them to the latest CBRNe, C-IED and EOD technologies.

Collaboration between the public and the private sectors as well as the use of the newest technologies are key factors capable of countering CBRNe threats. In the USA, as well as in many other countries, it is of significant importance to adopt a multi-level and interdisciplinary approach in order to face the complexity of the challenges CBRNe threats can pose.

For more information please visit:
nct-events.com/event/nct-usa-2021

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

NCT CBRNe Europe 2021

05/10/2021 - 07/10/2021
Rieti, Italy

Connecting the European CBRNe Community

Europe’s largest CBRNe event is coming to Italy for the first time at the Italian Joint NBC Defense School in Rieti! Once again NCT will be the leading forum for European and international CBRN Defense Commanders, civil first responders, law enforcement agencies and industry representatives to exchange knowledge on future mission requirements, research and development and next generation CBRNe threats.

In addition to the conference and exhibition, teams of first responders will have the opportunity to train on CBRNe scenarios during the NCT PRO Trainings.

For more information please visit:
nct-events.com/event/nct-cbrne-europe-2021

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

DSEI Japan

26/01/2022 - 28/01/2022
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. 

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.

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