AOC International Symposium & Convention 2026

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The AOC International Symposium & Convention 2026, taking place December 8-10, will bring together nearly 2,500 professionals from more than 40 countries, spanning military, government, and industry.

As a leading global event in electromagnetic warfare and spectrum operations, the symposium will focus on advancing capabilities in EW, cyber operations, and electromagnetic spectrum operations (EMSO).

Attendees will include acquisition officials, military EW officers, SIGINT program managers, MOD staff, intelligence organizations, and defense manufacturers.

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When is the Event?

AOC 2026 will take place from December 8-10, 2026.

What’s On?

Participants can expect three days of world-class programming and networking opportunities:

Key Programming

The agenda includes keynote presentations by senior military leaders and industry experts. Technical sessions will cover developments in electromagnetic warfare, spectrum dominance, and cyber operations. Expert-led panels and breakout discussions will provide additional insight across all service branches.

Attendees can also join program manager briefings specific to the U.S. Navy, Army, and Air Force.

Innovation on Display

The AOC 2026 Expo Hall will showcase advanced technologies from over 100 exhibiting companies, including major defense contractors, emerging tech firms, and research institutions.

Recognition of Excellence

Two award ceremonies will honor outstanding contributions to the electromagnetic warfare community:

• AOC Prestige Awards (Tuesday): Recognizing achievements within the association and broader EW sector.
• Military Awards (Thursday): Honoring excellence by uniformed members from U.S. and allied forces.

Strategic Networking

A range of targeted networking sessions will connect attendees with peers, defense officials, and industry stakeholders.

Themes

The event focuses on core topics relevant to today’s defense environment:

• Electromagnetic spectrum operations (EMSO)
• Electronic warfare advancements
• Cyber domain integration
• Emerging defense technologies

Where is the Event?

National Harbor, Maryland, United States

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