Due to ongoing concerns over COVID-19, we have now made this conference a virtual event. All speakers, attendees and sponsors will be able to access the full conference and its materials, and will be able to log on remotely via the internet. Please contact a member of the SMi Team for more information customerservices@smi-online.co.uk This event is based in the UK, so times are GMT +1 (British Summer Time). SMi Group are proud to host the four...

Future Soldier Technology Conference and Exhibition 2020 9-11 March 2020 London, United Kingdom http://www.futuresoldiertechnology.com/govevents SMi Group are proud to announce the 6th annual Future Soldier Technology Conference and Exhibition will return to London on the 10th and 11th of March 2020, with a Dismounted Soldier Situational Awareness Focus Day on 9th March 2020. In an era where technology is the key driver enhancing capabilities...

As the need for armed forces to enhance and maximise their logistical capacity continues to grow, and with the current political climate in Europe, it is now more important than ever that senior military officials meet to discuss planning, joint operations and allied interoperability, as well as engaging more closely and efficiently with industry. Increasing reliability, reducing costs, and exploiting new developments and the growing links bet...

Border Security Conference 11th – 12th February 2020 Rome, Italy http://www.bordersec-conference.com/govevents Join us in Rome on the 11th and 12th February, to explore the latest technological solutions and political strategies to secure land, air, and sea borders in response to growing global threats. Now in its thirteenth year, the Border Security conference has established itself as a market leader in this sector and will bring toget...

Maritime Reconnaissance and Surveillance Technology 5th-6th February 2020 Rome, Italy http://www.maritime-recon.com/govevents As varied threats in the Mediterranean Sea continue to proliferate, the need to advance all-encompassing reconnaissance and surveillance platforms to cover larger areas of ocean is greater than ever. With this in mind, SMi’s 5th annual Maritime Reconnaissance and Surveillance Technology will return to Rome on the...

As the modern battlespace becomes increasingly complex, military forces must act dynamically by harnessing cutting-edge network technology to exploit an information advantage. By linking shooters, commanders and sensors in a fully networked environment, militaries can streamline decision-making, enhance situational awareness and increase mission effectiveness. 2020 Highlights: Receive comprehensive coverage of the entire NCW concept and netwo...

With support from the Polish Armed Forces, the 13th annual Mobile Deployable Communications conference returns to Warsaw in January 2020. Featuring exclusive briefings from key regional partners and their international allies, the conference explores battlefield communications systems in the Central and Eastern European operational environment and their role in maximising operational effectiveness. Effective communication on the battlefield is...

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 materiel, cargo and humanitarian relief remains a fundamental capability for modern air forces. With the Airbus A400M programme developing within Europe at pace, Lockheed expanding their market capitalisation within the US through...

The industry-leading event for the Benelux region; Benelux Infrastructure Forum, is returning to Amsterdam on the 20th and 21st November 2019 for its 18th consecutive year. The urgency to decrease the reliance of fossil fuels and transition to renewable energy sources has led to a major shift in the Benelux region towards offshore wind /geothermal power/solar power plant production and subsequently a requirement of different financing for thes...

Rapid technological advances are changing the way maritime forces utilise and manage information. Achieving operational effectiveness and “Information Advantage” is now more vital than ever to the success of any navy. For this reason, major nations, such as the UK and US, have already established potent cyber formations, such as the US Navy’s dedicated 10th fleet. With this in mind, the two-day event will focus on the strateg...