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ASD Media's 2nd Annual Military Aviation & Air Dominance Summit -- https://www.asdevents.com/event.asp?id=21784 -- provides members within the Military Aviation community, Acquisitions Authorities, academia, industry, and other critical partners a 'Town-Hall' type discussion on the strategic priorities and operational needs required across the various military services to ensure global air dominance, as well as aid the U.S. Military in leveraging advanced technologies to improve overall aviation platforms for operational success. Topics of Discussion: Designing, developing, delivering & supporting Army's advanced aviation capabilities for…

Heli-Expo is the largest helicopter exhibition in the world. It is organized by the Helicopter Association International.   It is one of the largest gatherings of the industry it is often the place where innovations are introduced.  Both new and older model helicopters are on display at the show, as well as parts, accessories, upgrade kits, and information about services. For more on the agenda and registration, see https://www.rotor.org/Home/HELI-EXPO?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIldz5mp_O4gIVDJSzCh2PrQAtEAAYASAAEgKeOvD_BwE

The event brings together the leading defense contractors with those who depend on the equipment and information they provide. Developers can now find out what works, what doesn't, and what can be done to make their products invaluable to the Marine Corps. The Marine West includes the display of visionary equipment and computer simulations of cutting edge technology designed specifically for the U.S. Marine Corps. www.marinemilitaryexpos.com Marine West will take place on 6-7 February 2020 in Camp Pendleton, CA.

Every two years, high-level government and military delegations, as well as senior corporate executives around the world attend the Singapore Airshow to forge partnerships and seal deals in this region. As Asia's largest Airshow, this is the place to be for leading aerospace companies and budding players eager to make their mark in the international aerospace and defence market! The event offers a unique platform for industry thought leadership through its high-level conference, forums and co-located events. Leading industry players,…

The Air Force Association’s 36th annual Air Warfare Symposium and Technology Exposition is one of the nation's premier events for defense and aerospace professionals from across the United States and abroad. The Air Warfare Symposium brings together Air Force senior leaders as well as leaders in industry, academia, and government to address the challenges facing the Air Force today and in the future.

SATELLITE unites more than 15,000 aerospace and connectivity thought leaders, entrepreneurs, executives, engineers, end-users and enthusiasts from around the world for the largest and most important global satellite technology event of the year. Serving all industries looking to better their business operations or enhance their strategy through connectivity, the SATELLITE Conference and Exhibition will take place on March 9-12, 2020 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center located at 801 Mt Vernon Place, NW, Washington, D.C. 20001.

https://events.cttso.gov/2019IndustryDay/Contact/Register The Combating Terrorism Tactical Support Office (CTTSO) identifies and develops capabilities to combat terrorism and irregular adversaries and to deliver these capabilities to DoD components and interagency partners through rapid research and development, advanced studies and technical innovation, and provision of support to U.S. military operations. CTTSO’s Industry Day is an opportunity for industry, academia, government labs -- any entity that can conduct business with the U.S. Government and has an interest in submitting bids -- to discuss draft…

Every day, members of Congress work on legislation that can either boost or hinder the advancement and deployment of unmanned and autonomous systems. The annual AUVSI Hill Day is an opportunity for the entire industry to come together and declare, with one unified voice, how unmanned technology is making a positive impact on local communities and economies across the country. Join us at Hill Day and take advantage of the opportunity to educate your lawmakers and advocate for your business.…

Held every two years in Amman – Jordan in conjunction with the Special Operation Forces Exhibition (SOFEX), The Middle East Special Operations Commanders Conference (MESOC) will take place in May 2020 under the high patronage of His Majesty King Abdullah II Bin Al Hussein supported by the Jordan Armed Forces and the King Abdullah II Special Forces Group. MESOC presents an exceptional opportunity to participate in an unrivaled conference with over 650 delegates from the special operations forces and industry…

  For the 31st year in a row, NDIA’s Special Operations/Low-Intensity Conflict Division is organizing the SO/LIC Symposium -- https://www.ndia.org/events/2020/3/31/31st-annual-ndia-solic-symposium. However, the upcoming symposium has been newly redesigned to enhance the attendee experience and maximize the facilitation of important discussions. Centered around the theme of “Special Operations Forces and Great Power Competition,” the 31st Annual SO/LIC Symposium will explore diversity in Special Operations Forces, cyber-related concerns, countering Weapons of Mass Destruction, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, SOF Acquisition Agility, and more!  

Warrior Expo is more than just a trade show. This bi-annual defense resource expo brings end users, program managers, and procurement specialists together with industry-leading solutions for a unique networking and training opportunity in a secure environment. Here, all missions are critical and everyone’s a warrior. www.warriorexpo.com   https://warriorexpo.com/warrior-expo-west/

Marine South -- https://www.marinemilitaryexpos.com/marine-south/home/# --  is co-sponsored by and held at Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune. Marine South commands from Camp Lejeune; Marine Corps Air Station, Cherry Point and Marine Corps Air Station, New River are among the attendees. Held since 1993, this annual exposition showcases the latest innovative displays, trailblazing computer simulations and state-of-the-art technology systems and equipment designed specifically for the U.S. Marine Corps.

FREE - AUVSI is excited to announce the XPONENTIAL Virtual Sessions, a week long webinar series offering information, insight and insider knowledge covering topics including drone delivery, public safety, connectivity and much more. These virtual sessions are an opportunity you’re not going to want to miss! https://www.xponential.org/xponential2020/public/Content.aspx?ID=3362 MONDAY, MAY 4 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM Digital Twins - the Future of Virtual and Mixed Reality Robotic Avatars We've all had our problems with teleoperation as 21st century technology remains stuck…

https://c4isrconf.com/register/?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Marketing%20-%20C4%20Conference%202020%20-%20Invite%20%232&utm_term=Marketing%20-%20DN%20Conference%202018%20Registrants NEW TOOLS, NEW MARKETS The 19th Annual C4ISRNET Conference will feature senior-level military, government and industry leaders to discuss future battlefield technologies and the ideas that are shaping the Defense Department’s next conflict. The event focuses on new strategies and capabilities in mobility, command and control, communications, cyber,  space, artificial intelligence, unmanned systems and sensors, networks and geospatial intelligence.

FAA UAS Symposium is Going Virtual https://faauas.auvsi.net/faa2020/program Due to ongoing concerns caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, and for the health and safety of the unmanned aviation community, we have made the decision to host the 5th Annual FAA UAS Symposium virtually instead of in-person in Baltimore. Recognizing the value of this symposium to driving engagement between the commercial UAS industry and the FAA, we are confirming a series of virtual events that will address the important content already planned for this year’s…

Join us virtually for the Space Warfighting Industry Forum (SWIF) from August 20 – 21, 2020. You won’t want to miss out on this foundational forum discussing domain and command priorities and resourcing needs, operational concepts, and policy requirements. Register today -- https://www.ndia.org/events/2020/8/19/space-warfighting-industry-forum -- to secure your spot alongside other leaders, policymakers, and practitioners of space dominance capabilities. https://www.ndia.org/events/2020/8/19/space-warfighting-industry-forum  

SpeedNews is pleased to present its 8th Annual Aerospace Manufacturing Conference in Charleston, South Carolina on August 25-26, 2020. Details here - Aerospace Manufacturing Conference https://s966913078.t.eloqua.com/e/er?s=966913078&lid=155956&elqTrackId=A09FB0B71B5B62BF42FE3FC703EF92B3&elq=d6b05cce5b5b4e9481c81c51a6abd253&elqaid=23575&elqat=1&utm_rid=CPEN1000001170457&utm_campaign=23575&utm_medium=email&elq2=d6b05cce5b5b4e9481c81c51a6abd253 The Conference will bring together leading manufacturers and suppliers in the aerospace industry to present updates and developments in manufacturing operations, capabilities and processes, innovation within manufacturing, modern machining technologies, and industry automation. Delegates will gain a full understanding of the latest trends, challenges and forecasts in the aerospace manufacturing industry, and be provided with insider knowledge and…

The National Guard Association of the United States (NGAUS) is the nation’s oldest military association lobbying solely for the benefit of the National Guard of the United States and educating the public about the Guard’s role and history in the Armed Forces of the United States. It was formed by militia officers in 1878 to obtain better equipment and training by petitioning Congress for more resources. https://www.ngaus.org/events/142nd-general-conference-exhibition

This year's MDM event has been cancelled and will be carried out virtually. Modern Day Marine Military Exposition -- https://www.marinemilitaryexpos.com/modern-day-marine/home/ --  features a display of the products such as innovative displays, trailblazing computer simulations and state-of-the-art technology systems and equipment designed specifically for the U.S. Marine Corps and etc.

AFWERX, the U.S. Air Force’s innovation catalyst, announced Sept. 16 that registration is now live for EngageSpace virtual event. Join AFWERX, the U.S. Air Force, the U.S. Space Force and the Space Frontier Foundation for this two-day virtual event on September 29-30. With its highly interactive format and diverse participants, this event is designed to revolutionize how the space ecosystem works, dismantle the walls between sectors and close the "believability gap" for what's possible in space. “EngageSpace is exactly the type…

XPONENTIAL 2020- NOW A FULLY VIRTUAL EXPERIENCE As events and activities continue to evolve in response to COVID-19, it will likely come as no surprise to you that we are making one final shift this year. AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2020 will now take place entirely as a virtual event over the planned dates of October 5 – 8! https://www.xponential.org/xponential2020/public/enter.aspx Although we are disappointed that we won’t have the opportunity to greet you in a session room or in the XPO Hall, we are…

AUSA 2020 has gone virtual. The Association one the U.S. Army's 2020 Annual Meeting is the largest land power exposition and professional development forum in North America. For more than 30 years, the power of this proven show provides military and industry with access to essential professional development, connection building, and the opportunity to touch and see a large concentration of machinery, tools and technologies up close on the show floor. Within the exhibit hall, you’ll find leading manufacturers, solution providers and suppliers…

https://mroamericas.aviationweek.com/en/military-symposium.html?utm_rid=CPEN1000001170457&utm_campaign=23575&utm_medium=email&elq2=d6b05cce5b5b4e9481c81c51a6abd253 Aviation Week Network invites you to attend the 2020 Military Aviation Logistics & Maintenance Symposium (MALMS) to exchange ideas and best practices with logistics and sustainment leaders within the military. The Symposium provides an intimate forum for U.S. military and commercial aerospace industry leaders to discuss aircraft maintenance, logistics, and sustainment operations. The Symposium drives the U.S. military to partner with the private sector for rapid innovation, process improvements and increased operational readiness. The Military Aviation Logistics & Maintenance Symposium (MALMS) is conveniently…

https://www.isceast.com VIRTUAL  - The International Security Conference & Exposition – also known as ISC East – is the Northeast’s largest security trade show. 7,500+ security and public safety professionals convene in New York each year to meet experts from over 350 leading security brands. The combination of one-on-one conversations with the industry’s top innovators, special events, and cutting-edge education makes ISC East the security industry’s most comprehensive East Coast event. Encompassing everything from Video Surveillance and Access Control to Smart…

ARLINGTON, VA -- National Training and Simulation Association (NTSA) is happy to announce a new virtual event called vIITSEC, taking place November 30 - December 4, 2020. The event theme, “The Future is Now,” could not be more appropriate. NTSA is developing a virtual platform that will enable the training and simulation community to gather in support of developing new training and education systems that will support warfighters, first responders, and our National Security. “It is clear to me that…

WASHINGTON – Under the Trump administration, U.S.-Russia relations continued to decline as the bilateral relationship became a toxic domestic issue. On January 20th, President-elect Joe Biden will be sworn in as the next President of the United States and with him, a new administration and foreign policy. How might U.S.-Russia relations shift under the incoming Biden administration? Considering the failed attempt at a “reset” during the Obama administration, will Biden pivot to a new strategy? Stacy Closson and Victoria Zhuravleva…

The Air Force Association Chairman of the Board, CMSAF #14 Gerald Murray, and President, Lt Gen (Ret) “Orville” Wright, request your virtual attendance at the inaugural Doolittle Leadership Center Forum on December 14th at 2:00 p.m. EST. Please register now for the complimentary event. Titled "From Acquisition to Lethality," the forum will cover Next Generation Air Dominance, Joint All-Domain Command and Control, Air Battle Management Systems, and hypersonics. Agenda: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Fireside Chat with Dr. Will Roper and Lt Gen…

The DoD Commercial SATCOM Workshop brings together government leaders from DoD Combatant Commands, Services and Agencies as well as commercial satellite industry operators, service providers, integrators, ground equipment suppliers, and manufacturers. The 2020 Workshop, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, will be held for 2 days, December 16 and 17, from a studio in Washington, DC. Over 40 speakers from the military and industry will join together for a unique virtual event.  Attendees will be virtual but the Workshop will be…

NDIA’s Special Operations/Low-Intensity Conflict (SO/LIC) Division is hosting a webinar as part of their Virtual Strategic Series, with a focus on Special Operations: Irregular Warfare and Unified Action. This webinar will include an expert panel of government officials and industry leaders who will discuss the recently released unclassified irregular warfare annex, U.S. SOF alliances, great-power competition, and U.S. SOF’s incredible historic, legislative, and policy roots to empower future international partner enablement and interagency collaboration. The discussion will be moderated by…

The U.S. Army has made modernizing its capabilities a top priority, establishing 8 cross functional teams, six new modernization priorities, and a new 4-star command—Army Futures Command. Under this new command, the organization charged with delivering technology solutions is the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command, also known as DEVCOM. More than 14,000 soldiers, civilians and contractor fall under this command. The landscape for technological development is rapidly changing. From the 1940s to the 1980s, the DOD itself was the…

2020 was not a year any of us could have predicted, and the unmanned systems industry felt some of that impact. Join AUVSI as we reflect on 2020 and look at the impact that will have moving forward into 2021. This webinar brings together experts in market research and technology to share their predictions for the unmanned systems marketplace including the next tech developments, emerging applications and potential roadblocks the industry will have to overcome in the new year. Speakers:…

Aviation Week invites interested parties to register for its latest complimentary webinar on December 18th at 10a.m. EST as they discuss what’s next for the F-35. The Pentagon’s largest acquisition system, the F-35, is well positioned for fighter competitions across Europe in the coming year and the globe in the decade ahead. Join Pentagon Editor Lee Hudson, Defense Editor Steve Trimble, London Bureau Chief Tony Osborne and me as we examine the fifth-generation fighter’s future on the international front and the aircraft’s challenges within the U.S. military. Steve Trimble will also…

AOC is pleased to announce the return of the Program Manager (PM) Briefing Series. Although we are unable to offer this program in person this year, AOC’s commitment to fostering opportunities for industry to connect with their government customer continues. This program provides a forum for technology interchange between portfolio managers and industry leaders in a series of hour-long sessions. It creates the opportunity to hear first-hand from industry leaders on the status of their programs and the opportunities on…

With continuing restrictions on gatherings the 33rd Annual National SNA Symposium will now be 100% virtual.  We have something for everyone and an exciting week planned, just as we would at a live event!  This includes 5 days of sessions addressing a variety of issues and concerns relating to our Surface Force and a large virtual exhibit hall featuring a wide range of technologies and capabilities. Promotional Video -   https://fb.watch/2kC5Fx7zFp/ Agenda - Please visit https://navysnaevents.org/national-symposium/agenda.pdf to view the latest agenda. Registration - Everyone must be registered in…

The Army is aggressively preparing for Great Power Competition by moving beyond incremental improvements and making transformational changes across the entire force. RSVP here - https://www.heritage.org/defense/event/virtual-event-building-army-ready-great-power-competition -- for webinar information Wednesday, January 13, 2021 (11:00 am - 11:45 am)

The Defense Information System Agency’s (DISA) mission aligns well with AFCEA DC’s overarching theme for our 2020-2021 Virtual Event Series, "A Common Defense: Modern. Innovative. Joint." DISA conducts Department of Defense Information Network (DODIN) operations for the joint warfighter across all fighting domains. As the COVID-19 outbreak spread, DISA was at the forefront working with the Air Force to launch the Commercial Virtual Remote platform to accommodate a large-scale remote workforce. Going forward, DISA will have to sustain the emergency…

 rotor.org/webinar Aviation Media Roundtable: 2020 Review and 2021 Forecast Thursday, Jan. 14  Panelists 4 pm eastern time (UTC-5)   The past year was challenging on many fronts, including in the vertical flight industry. For this week’s HAI@Work webinar, we’ve gathered leaders of the aviation press to talk about the year we’ve just finished as well as the one we’ve just begun. How did rotorcraft manufacturers, operators, and customers deal with the pressures—and opportunities—of 2020, and how might they address them…

In the final months of President Donald Trump’s presidency, his administration notified Congress of billions in potential Foreign Military Sales – including the possibility of the UAE purchasing F-35s and MQ-9 Reapers, Taiwan to buy guided cruise missiles and reconnaissance pods for its F-16 fighters. In all, Congress was notified of sales worth up to $175 billion in 2020, though actual completed sales for the year totaled just $50.8 billion – a three-year low. Join us as we discuss: What…

NTSA's JANUARY WEBINAR – THE FUTURE OF LEARNING IN A VIRTUAL WORLD COVID-19 changed everything. The way we work. And how companies manage change. 2021 will usher in a new world, where leaders across the organization will need to apply “COVID learnings” to create more opportunities for business growth, employee development and talent retention. In this virtual world of work, how can business leaders develop flexible learning strategies to maximize these opportunities? Join our distinguished panel as they discuss how…

PROGRAM EXECUTIVE OFFICE INTELLIGENCE, ELECTRONIC WARFARE & SENSORS PEO IEW&S Presents Monthly Acquisition Lead Time Industry Day Events Program Executive Office- Intelligence, Electronic Warfare & Sensors (PEO IEW&S) is excited to invite our industry partners to participate in the first ALT Industry Day forum of the New Year on Jan 21 at 1:30 p.m. Our PMs, along with our Army Contracting Command (ACC) counterparts, will again be on hand to share new opportunities as well as provide updates on those briefed…

The introduction of open platform technology into the body worn surveillance market is creating a world of new opportunities for users across multiple different industry verticals. Join Steve Jussaume, Solutions Engineer at Axis Communications, and Erick Ceresato at Genetec as they dive into some unique applications for body worn surveillance and how an open platform can bring an added level of benefits for users across a number of different use cases. During this webinar, Steve and Erick will cover: •…

Join us on January 21st for a discussion of CSBA’s latest report, Seizing on Weakness:  Allied Strategy for Competing with China’s Globalizing Military, featuring authors Toshi Yoshihara and Jack Bianchi.  With commentary by Dr. John Lee, United States Studies Center, University of Sydney. China’s military is going global. In the coming decade, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) could be well-positioned to influence events and conduct a wide range of missions, including limited warfighting, beyond the Western Pacific. The United States and its close allies, who…

The Air Force Association Presents "Air and Space Warfighters in Action" Please join Brig. Gen. Jeremy T. Sloane, Commander of the 36th Wing, Andersen Air Force Base, Guam Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. EST This is a LIVE virtual event. Space is limited. Don’t delay. Register now!

About this Event Join us for an exciting three-part series on innovative technologies in air and space! The Fairfax County Economic Development Authority kicks off 2021 with a conference on one of its strongest clusters: the aerospace industry. Across the three days, you will hear from subject matter experts and key industry players about new initiatives in aviation and space and their commercial and defense applications.Learn, Connect, Network, Engage!This virtual series will be broadcasted using the Whova Platform. Once you…

Virtual Program with Paul Graziani January 27, 2021 12:00 pm ET Register here - https://wsbr.regfox.com/virtual-program-with-paul-graziani Analytical Graphics CEO/Founder, Paul Graziani on “Building a Successful Space Venture, the Future of AGI and Industry Role in Digital Engineering (A Force Multiplier)” Please join us on Wednesday, January 27, 2021, 12Noon eastern, for a special speaker – Paul Graziani, CEO, AGI, Inc.  His company was reportedly sold to Ansys, Inc. for $700 million. Paul is known to many of us in the space…

Center for Security Policy (CSP) Webinar Featuring: Fred Fleitz - President and CEO, Center for Security Policy Nile Gardiner - Director, the Heritage Foundation’s Margaret Thatcher Center for Freedom Claudia Rosett - Foreign Policy Fellow at the Independent Women’s Forum January 27, 2021 01:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada)     Click here to register

Mobile connectivity is a key enabler for drone operations including BVLOS flights over people, night flights and more. This session will explore technology solutions that are advancing UTM and enabling the future of new applications while ensuring the safe integration of drones in the NAS. Speakers: Tom Brittingham, Sales Engineer - Skyward, A Verizon company Eszter Kovacs - Acting Secretary General of GUTMA Registration: Registration is free for all attendees. https://www.auvsi.org/events/webinars/5g-wireless-connectivity-unmanned-systems?

Gaining Competitive Advantage in Great Power Conflicts Webinar - Friday, January 29, 2021 9:00 am - 10:15 am This event was pre-recorded and will be uploaded to this event page and available for public viewing on January 29, 2021. Please submit questions by 9 am ET on January 12, 2021. Great power competition has returned after a generation of absence, and the U.S. military edge over prospective opponents is eroding. Whereas previously, the United States could overwhelm adversaries with sheer force,…

This virtual conference offers the year’s premier opportunity to identify, study, and work to resolve the expeditionary warfare and force protection issues in the littoral regions of the world that affect the strength of our national defense and armed services. Through two days of virtual sessions as well as a digital exhibit hall, participants will dive deep into the theme, “Distributed Maritime and Expeditionary Operations in a Peer Contested Environment.” This is your chance to explore the operations and acquisition…

Join us for the Insights Outreach webinar series launch: How to Work with S&T On February 2, at 2 p.m. EST, DHS S&T Office of Industry Partnerships Director Megan Mahle and S&T Industry Liaison Dee Parker will highlight S&T's unique innovation funding programs and current opportunities to adapt, develop, or commercialize your technologies in support of the DHS mission. Register below to here (https://sri-csl.regfox.com/insights-outreach-feb2) for the webinar link, important event reminders, and updates for this event.

Air and Space Warfighters in Action: Lt Gen Scott Pleus and Chief Philip Hudson, 7th AF Lt. Gen. Scott L. Pleus is Deputy Commander, U.S. Forces Korea; Commander, Air Component Command, United Nations Command; Commander, Air Component Command, Combined Forces Command; and Commander, Seventh Air Force, Pacific Air Forces, Osan Air Base, South Korea Chief Master Sergeant Philip B. Hudson is the Command Chief Master Sergeant, Seventh Air Force, Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea. Feb 2, 2021 07:00 PM…

The Aero India exhibition is organized every alternate year. It is one of the major exhibition for aerospace and defence industries with a public air show. It enables industry professional to gain market insights, announce new developments and gain media coverage. Aero India offers a unique platform to international aviation sector to bolster business. Aero India 2021 is the 13 th edition of Aero India being organised at Bengaluru, Karnataka from 03 - 05 February 2021. Aero India 2021 provides…

About this Event Join us for an exciting three-part series on innovative technologies in air and space! The Fairfax County Economic Development Authority kicks off 2021 with a conference on one of its strongest clusters: the aerospace industry. Across the three days, you will hear from subject matter experts and key industry players about new initiatives in aviation and space and their commercial and defense applications.Learn, Connect, Network, Engage!This virtual series will be broadcasted using the Whova Platform. Once you…

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Hundreds of decision makers and strategists from the world's most influential aerospace companies attend PNAA's Annual Conference. Join PNAA and the global aerospace community at ADVANCE 2021, our 20th Annual Aerospace Conference, February 8-11 which will be held in a fully immersive, lifelike virtual forum this year. How will you adjust your company’s course during a time unlike any other? How will you get there? With the rapidly changing aerospace industry, the landscape of aerospace will continue to alter in…

The future of warfare rests on the ability of the armed forces to extract and unlock actionable insights from data to gain an advantage over adversaries on the battlefield wherever it may be--land, air, sea, cyberspace, or Space.  To that end, the Pentagon’s Joint Artificial Intelligence Center (JAIC) is working on tools to help in joint, all-domain operations. JAIC officials have reported the center is involved in the Air Force’s Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS), the leading technical solution for…

Military UAVs Create Multiple-Mission Opportunities for Industry Military spending for this technology is expected to grow as an overall percentage of large military budgets such as the United States' and Chinese defense budget, offering specialized drone manufacturers and software developers a tremendous opportunity. While drones will never completely replace soldiers, this debate is becoming less important in the current strategic climate. The Global Military UAV industry, is valued at US$ 30 billion in 2019 and is projected grow at a…

About this Event Join us for an exciting three-part series on innovative technologies in air and space! The Fairfax County Economic Development Authority kicks off 2021 with a conference on one of its strongest clusters: the aerospace industry. Across the three days, you will hear from subject matter experts and key industry players about new initiatives in aviation and space and their commercial and defense applications. Learn, Connect, Network, Engage!This virtual series will be broadcasted using the Whova Platform. Once…

The 9th Annual Automated ISR and Battle Management Symposium encourages members of the DoD, Intelligence Community, military services, and critical organizations to come together to discuss advances in technology and systems to collect and process actionable intelligence in support of decision makers and warfighters. As the US military continues to shift its priorities to preparing for a possible conflict against an advanced, near-peer competitors the need for rapid, accurate, and rugged battlefield intelligence systems. This program will facilitate discussions aimed…

During our next episode of C4ISRNET’s “Removing Stovepipes” webcast series, we will talk with Navy Chief Data Officer Thomas Sasala who is building a plan from scratch to store and make use of the vast array of data the service collects. He brought lessons learned from managing data previously for the Army, weaving goals into the Navy’s plan for newer technologies, including artificial intelligence and machine learning. We will ask about readying the data to use at sea and changes…

  In this A&D Future of Industry webinar, PwC specialists will discuss how technology is disrupting traditional forms of strategy and approaches to innovation, capability development, and M&A. Today, companies are experiencing technology driven disruption at increasing rates. As businesses look to maintain a competitive advantage and quickly adapt to changes (AI, IOT, robotics, etc.), they need to leverage a technology driven approach to strategy that will help propel them towards the next generation of product development and service delivery.…

US Space Command: Successes, Challenges and How the Commercial Space Industry Can Play Its Part in Advancing Its Critical Mission Register Here Please join us on Wednesday, February 17, 2021, 12 Noon eastern, for our keynote speaker, U.S. Army General James Dickinson, who assumed duties as Commander of the nation’s 11th unified combatant command, U.S. Space Command, on August 20th, 2020. As part of its first change of command, U.S. Army Gen. James H. “Jim” Dickinson assumed command of USSPACECOM…

The U.S. and Europe are pursuing development of next-generation combat aircraft and nations all over the world are planning to buy the F-35. Still, the allure of fourth-generation fighters is no mirage, as demand for life-extension programs and upgrade packages is maintaining production lines for aircraft designed decades ago. Join our panelists (listed below) as they discuss the shifting dynamics of the fourth-generation fighter market and what it means for the fifth-generation F-35 and future programs.Moderated by Jen DiMascio, executive…

IDEX is the only international defence exhibition and conference in the MENA region demonstrating the latest technology across land, sea and air sectors of defence. It is a unique platform to establish and strengthen relationships with government departments, businesses and armed forces throughout the region. Patronage and Organiser - IDEX is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces and is organised by the…

Held in locations across the US and Europe since 2015, Global Special Operations Forces (GSOF) Symposiums bring together key representatives from military and government. The events feature a challenging progressive conference agenda, accompanied by an exhibition of industry capability providers. https://us.gsofsymposium.org

After carefully considering the current and projected state of the COVID-19 pandemic, guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and feedback from prospective speakers, attendees, exhibitors, sponsors, Airmen, and Guardians, we determined that trying to hold an in-person event on this scale at our usual venue in Orlando, Fla, is not viable. Like our virtual Air, Space & Cyber Conference last September, 2021’s virtual Aerospace Warfare Symposium (vAWS2021) will include both live interactive presentations and pre-recorded, on-demand sessions.…

  VFS is hosting its virtual 4th Workshop on eVTOL Infrastructure for Urban Air Mobility (UAM). This three-day meeting is the fourth in a series of solution-focused workshops. Register here - https://vtol.org/infrastructure?utm_source=Complete+Mailing+List&utm_campaign=ac7b4a8d5d-AHS_Email_sent__8_22_2017_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_909a4ec120-ac7b4a8d5d-50799045 This 4th Workshop is dedicated to addressing the identified policy challenges in eVTOL Infrastructure and plotting out a plan of action in collaboration with the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), State, Regional and Local government to advance eVTOL Infrastructure development. The workshop schedule will include updates from the FAA Tech Center, presentations from key…

Whether it's delivering better care for veterans, transforming internal business processes to make federal employees more effective and efficient, or improving the citizen experience on federal websites, digital government aims to enable better government. New tools and technologies are an essential part of these efforts, but the true transformation takes place in the analog world -- rethinking business processes, changing the workplace culture and elevating services to meet today's customer expectations. Federal agencies have pursued these goals for years, yet…

Join NDIA and the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command in 2021 for the first-ever virtual Pacific Operational Science & Technology (POST) Conference as we examine regional security challanges and collaborative technology engagement in the S&T community. This virtual conference will feature: DoD opportunities for joint research, development, and experimentation Collaborative engaging workshops Unique networking opportunities for government and industry attendees Opportunities to meet with the USINDOPACOM S&T Office A full industry showcase of industry companies* POST 2021 brings together senior U.S. Department of…

March 2021 "Partnering for Compliance™" Export Control Training and Education Program VIRTUAL ONLY: Our 20th Annual "Partnering For Compliance™" Export Control Training and Education Program is scheduled to take place on March 9, 10 & 11, 2021. Register here - http://www.partneringforcompliance.org/register.html  2020 "Partnering for Compliance™" Export Control Training and Education Program Agenda - http://www.partneringforcompliance.org/pfcec20.pdf    (2021 agenda will be updated soon) Speakers:  Dept. of State: Terry Davis, Deputy Director, DDTC-Licensing (Confirmed) AND Jae Shin, Division Chief, DDTC-Compliance (Confirmed) Dept. of Commerce: Sharron Cook, Senior Export Policy…

This digital experience is like no other — in format, scheduling, or concept. In fact, the NDIA Human Systems Division is meticulously planning the 2021 Human Systems Digital Experience to be more flexible, engaging, and productive than ever before. Rather than being held over the course of a few consecutive days, this digital experience will feature a part-day webinar on every Tuesday in March 2021 for a total of five webinars. Each webinar will focus on a specific community of…

We are proud to host the 7th annual Future Soldier Technology VIRTUAL CONFERENCE on the 9th - 10th of March 2021. Building on the enormous success of our previous six annual meetings, Future Soldier Technology 2021 will be an excellent international gathering of senior officers and programme managers who are seeking to enhance their programmes. Additionally, this forum offers an excellent platform for programme managers within the military to interface with senior experts from within the defence industry. As the only dedicated future soldier…

USGIF, in cooperation with Open Geospatial Consortium, is excited to announce the first GEOINT Community Forum of 2021, The Geospatial Metaverse - Infrastructure, Tradecraft, and Applications. Hosted by the Modeling, Simulation & Gaming (MS&G) Working Group, this virtual event March 9 - 10 will offer insights around advances in geospatial infrastructure, tradecraft evolution, and game engine and immersive applications. Keynote Speakers: MG Charlie Cleveland, USA, Associate Director for Operations, NGA MG Maria Gervais, USA, Director, Synthetic Training Environment Cross-Functional Team, Army…

Due to the ongoing conditions surrounding COVID-19, AUSA has determined that it would be in the best interests of the community not to host an in-person Global Force Symposium in Huntsville, Alabama this March. The health and safety of our attendees, exhibitors, partners, and staff remain our top priorities. We are committed to returning to Huntsville for a live event when we can do so safely and responsibly. We will certainly miss being in Huntsville this March, but will work…

CSBA WEBINAR INVITATION: Tuesday, March 16, 2021 1:00-2:30 PM EDT Maritime Competition and the Maritime Strategy Event Date: Tuesday, March 16, 2021 Time: 1:00-2:30 PM EDT Location: Zoom Meeting Dear friend of CSBA, Please join us for a special CSBA webinar on Tuesday, March 16, 2021, 1:00-2:30 PM EDT, on Maritime Competition and the Maritime Strategy. The webinar will feature leading international security scholars, each of whom has published in a recent special issue of the journal Security Studies (Volume 29, Issue 4) and several companion pieces…

The Biden Administration is reviewing some of its most important military programs – its combat aircraft, nuclear enterprise and aerial refeuling tanker fleet. As the nation prepares to confront threats from China and develop autonomous technologies, will the nation need to retire aging bombers? Buy fewer F-35s? Will it reduce the size of its aircraft carrier fleet? Will it alter the mix of nuclear weapons currently being developed? Register here - https://www.bigmarker.com/conferences/8c457645c8dd/registration_modal In the coming months, Rep. Joe Courtney (D-Conn.)…

This groundbreaking event is more than just a conference and exhibition. It’s a rare opportunity for defense professionals working with artificial intelligence and machine learning to be part of a conversation that is sure to affect the future of American warfighters’ competitive advantage. And, it features the brand-new AI Capabilities Center where leading innovators and entrepreneurs will showcase their cutting-edge products, ideas, and services. Given the bipartisan recognition of the need for the United States to win our innovation competition…

Why Attend: Gain insight into the latest requirements and developments in undersea warfare: counter submarine and mine threats; and power projection from the sea. Hear from operational, acquisition, and technology professionals including active duty Navy leaders, key Navy and Pentagon leadership and personnel, program office leadership and personnel, Navy and University lab leaders and principal investigators, and leaders and members in the defense industrial base. Participate in Q&As with session speakers; getting your most pressing undersea warfare questions answered. View…

DSI’s 3rd annual Information Warfare Symposium is designed as an educational, training “Town Hall” style forum, where thought leaders and key policy-makers across military services, government agencies, acquisition authorities, academia & industry will be brought together for actionable discussions and debate on how advances in electronic warfare and cyber technologies are transforming the modern battlefield operations & enhancing joint efforts towards winning the information war. http://informationwarfare.dsigroup.org/

Collaboration Amidst Isolation: Microelectronics Enabling Our Connected Nation GOMACTech was established primarily to review developments in microcircuit applications for government systems. Established in 1968, the conference has focused on advances in systems being developed by the Department of Defense and other government agencies and has been used to announce major government microelectronics initiatives such as VHSIC and MIMIC, and provides a forum for government reviews. https://www.gomactech.net SECURITY PROCEDURES -The GOMACTech Conference is an Unclassified, Export-Controlled event that requires participants to…

IDGA is excited to announce that not only is the Counter UAS summit back this March 31st - April 2nd with 25 new speakers, but are pleased to announce that we will also have 10 international speakers each briefing to their Country’s ongoing CUAS priorities, operational perspectives, as well as acquisition trends. Meet with the top minds from Government, Military, law enforcement, academia and industry as we discuss the initiatives and focus areas critical to advancing means to detect, track,…

Integrated Precision Warfare (IPW) is principally focused on acquisition, policy, and programs to deliver precision capabilities that meet warfighter needs. The precision strike community recognizes the daunting threats facing U.S. and Allied forces around the globe while striving to deliver capabilities that are critical to the success of our men and women. No other forum will bring together members of government, industry, and academia in a classified setting to discuss their interests with regards to the complex and evolving field of…

Join us for the first-ever virtual Insensitive Munitions and Energetic Materials (IMEM) Technology Symposium! Drawing attendees from around the globe, the IMEM Technology Symposium brings together top chemists, system designers, and engineers from government laboratories, private industry, and academia as they share their advancements in new IM technologies and EM formulations. This virtual symposium serves as the leading forum for understanding the latest technology in the IMEM community—all from the convenience of your home or office! https://www.ndia.org/events/2021/4/7/imem-technology-symposium

The 3rd Annual Human Performance and Biosystems Summit will provide a forum to discuss the current evolution of human capabilities due to advances in human performance research and the development of new biological technologies. This year's Summit will feature the latest updates and innovations in the areas of personalized assessment, education, and training, system interfaces and cognitive processes, and protection, sustainment, and warfighter performance. Topics to be covered at the 2021 Summit: Leveraging Holistic Health and Fitness to Prepare Soldier for Multi-Domain…

The Future ISR Mission Capabilities – Opportunities – Needs – Requirements Exhibit  or Sponsor, email Bradford Barrett, ISR PM. Bbarrett@ttcus.com for information New Speakers Added weekly! - Website & Registration HERE Air Force Keynote John F. Vona, SES, Deputy Director, Plans, Program and Requirements Directorate, Air Combat Command (ACC/A5/8/9)  U.S. Coast Guard Keynote  Rear Admiral John Mauger, USCG, Assistant Commandant for Capabilities, U.S. Coast Guard (CG-7) Colonel James DeBoer, USA, Fixed Wing Aircraft Project Manager, Fixed Wing Project Office John Fiore, SES, Technical…

The premier event focused on the design, reliability, and application of electronic components for use in avionics, aerospace, military, and commercial space systems. The Mission: Deliver a low cost, virtual conference experience focused on high quality technical talks, keynotes and panel discussions that foster maximum attendee participation/interaction and furthers our collective understanding of the technical challenges faced in our industry. Showcase the supplier base to the greatest extend possible. Educate the industry, especially young component engineers, in order to secure the…

As the only online event specifically focused on defence safety for the military aviation community, Defence Aviation Safety offers a unique opportunity for leaders and experts to meet and share best practice that will save lives and protect capability. Keeping aircraft airworthy and creating a safety culture across military aviation has never been more important as many defence forces continue to extend the lifecycle of their platforms and systems. Likewise, the growing need for more effective certification processes when onboarding…

Defense Strategies Institute's Identity Management Symposium is now scheduled to take place this April 21-22, 2021 in Alexandria, Virginia. Don't miss the opportunity to join thought-provoking discussion and debate centered around this year's theme "Advancing Biometric Capabilities and Identity Solutions for the Future of National Security." This Symposium will address innovative identity management capabilities including Facial Recognition Technologies (FRT) that are helping to enhance operational effectiveness throughout all sectors of government agencies, as well as the intelligence community. View the updated agenda &…

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…

Charting the Course for 2021 and Beyond With 2020 almost in the rearview mirror, planning is underway for MRO Americas 2021 and a return to live events this year in Orlando FL. Your Aviation Week team is working closely with local authorities and suppliers to ensure a safe return to in-person conferences. See below for a sneak-peek at what we are working on and check this space often for the latest updates! Protecting your health and safety is at the forefront…

Join VEDP on April 27-29, 2021 to learn about Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and Foreign Military Financing (FMF) Join VEDP - International Trade and Fairchild Fisk Giroux for a 3-day seminar on International Acquisition and Life-Cycle Management Participants, Processes, and Engagement Strategies utilizing the Foreign Military Sales, Foreign Military Financing, Building Partner Capacity and Direct Commercial Sales Programs. The instructors have a combined 45+ years as Security Assistance & Cooperation professionals, including over 25 years as management and faculty at…

SMi Group are proud to announce that the 16th annual Military Space Situational Awareness Conference will take place on the 28th and 29th April 2021. As the leading conference in Europe dedicated to space domain awareness, this year’s forum will once again bring together key stakeholders across the military, government and industry sectors to discuss how we build a collaborative approach to space management and Space Situational Awareness (SSA) as well as how we balance operational necessity with responsible use of space. Similarly, as new LEO…

DSI’s 9th Annual Border Security and Intelligence will explore the policies, technologies, and capabilities required to bolster intelligence gathering and security at our nation's ports and borders. Join us this April 28-29 to hear from senior leaders in the homeland security community as they detail how they plan to expand intelligence gathering, integrate autonomous technologies along the border, improve cybersecurity for the IC information environment, and more. Register today to learn how you can get involved and join the discussion. Sponsorship…

IDGA is proud to announce that the #1 Hypersonic Weapons Summit is back this April 28-30, 2021! Your global go-to Hypersonic Weapons Summit 2021 will discuss emerging initiatives and focus areas that are critical to understanding the US Military senior leadership approach to the ongoing global proliferation of hypersonic weapons and capabilities for FY2021 and beyond! Learn more here - https://bit.ly/2LBGbRp

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