The Premier Meeting Ground for the International Air Defence Community

In an era of rapid technological advances and dynamic geopolitical shifts, the need for robust Air Defence capabilities has never been so evident. The current Russia-Ukraine conflict has highlighted an array of capability gaps in current Air Defence systems, as the type of aerial threats encountered evolve, and the usage of Unarmed Ariel Systems becomes more prevalent.

As a result of these emerging and unprecedented challenges, NATO and Allied partners must be able to respond to the evolving landscape of threats.

Now, more than ever, there is a critical need for an event that focuses comprehensively and holistically on Full Spectrum Air Defence. This years event will provide an updated and forward-thinking platform to explore cutting-edge technologies, and address logistical challenges related to both national and international interoperability.

What to expect in 2025:
  • Attendees will have access to FOUR DAYS worth of specialist content, all under ONE ticket as part of an Air Defence Week
  • This includes access to focus days delving into Directed Energy Systems as well as Military Radar
  • An increased focus on c-UAS / c-sUAS technologies and capabilities.


Specialist Focus Days

As part of the Air Defence Week, running alongside the main conference, are two specialist focus days providing depth and breadth in the context of fully integrated and layered Air Defence. Tailor your experience by selecting which days you attend. Access a far wider range of content and foster even more collaborative relationships, by attending the focus days.

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Directed Energy Systems (23 June) will explore recent advancements in R&D that are pushing technology to the level where fully configured DEW systems are now being designed and tested for imminent deployment, particularly for the use of countering drones.

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Military Radar (26 June) will provide a deep technical and focused perspective on the usage and future trends of Military Radar, and their role in the field of Air and Missile Defence, looking specifically at the improvement of, detection, monitoring, and early warning capabilities of radar systems.

2025 Early Confirmed Speakers

Key Themes Include:

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How can legacy Air Defence systems be upgraded by implementing a 'C2 First' Approach?

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As threats become more varied with the development of low slow small uas to hypersonic glide vehicles, what options are there for multi-model air defence systems to engage a range of targets? What are the benefits and limitations of futuristic technology, such as directed energy?

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How can both national and international interoperability be increased in order to provide seamless reactive capability to dealing with threats areas across the spectrum?

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What lessons can be transferred between GBAD commanders in different regions of the world to meet operational challenges?

2024 Event Photos

Event Testimonials