Full Spectrum Air Defence Week is a leading forum for military and defense stakeholders focused on integrated air and missile defense. Returning for its 19th edition in June 2025, the event brings together senior decision-makers, operational commanders, acquisition leaders, and technical experts from across NATO, allied forces, and industry to assess current capability gaps and requirements.
The event provides a platform to examine how nations are evolving their air defense systems. Emphasis is placed on the modernization of layered defense architectures, rapid integration of new technologies, and the operationalization of cross-domain command and control.
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When & Where is the Event?
Full Spectrum Air Defence Week takes place from June 23–26, 2025, at Hilton London Syon Park, a self-contained venue set within the historic 200-acre Syon Estate. Located just 8 miles from central London and 7 miles from Heathrow, the hotel offers easy access to transport links, on-site dining, a spa, and complimentary entry to Syon Gardens.
Fixed delegate rate: £215 per night — Book available rooms here.
Full Address
Hilton London Syon Park
Park Road
Isleworth
United Kingdom
TW8 8JF
Themes & Agenda
Attendees can look forward to a comprehensive program that blends strategic dialogue with deep technical content. Key themes include:
- Defending against unmanned aerial systems (UAS), loitering munitions, and hypersonic threats.
- Integrating space-based assets into surveillance and targeting.
- Enhancing command and control across domains.
The event will examine the full spectrum of air and missile defense, from early warning to interception.
Keynote Addresses & Expert Panels
The agenda features keynote addresses, expert panels, and dedicated technical tracks focused on counter-UAS and counter-hypersonic capabilities. Participants will gain insight into the latest system developments, deployment strategies, and operational requirements. A strong emphasis will be placed on interoperability—how allied nations can align their technologies, protocols, and missions to operate as a unified force.
On-Site Exhibition
An on-site exhibition will showcase cutting-edge solutions from across the defense ecosystem, including radar systems, advanced sensors, directed energy weapons, C2 platforms, and intercept technologies. Built-in networking sessions will enable meaningful engagement between military stakeholders, government agencies, solution providers, and researchers.
Key Speakers at Full Spectrum Air Defence Week
Full Spectrum Air Defence Week 2025 will feature leaders and experts from NATO, the US Department of Defense, the UK Ministry of Defence, and European armed forces, as well as key personnel from counter-UAS and missile defense programs. Military officers, procurement officials, and program managers will share insights on capability development, operational lessons, and future planning.
The event also includes speakers from major research and technical organizations such as RAND, Fraunhofer, Armasuisse, and NATO’s science and technology directorates. Their sessions will highlight advances in radar technology, passive sensing, and directed energy applications.
On the industry side, participants will hear from leading defense companies including RTX, BAE Systems, Rheinmetall, Diehl Defence, Kongsberg, Echodyne, and others. These sessions will focus on capability integration, system performance, and partnerships shaping the future of air defense.
Directed Energy Systems Focus Day
This dedicated focus day explores the rapid progression of directed energy weapons from prototype to deployment. Topics include high-energy lasers, high-power microwave systems, and RF technologies designed to counter drones and other aerial threats. Attendees will learn about integration challenges across land, air, and sea domains and the operational impact of directed energy systems in layered defense architectures.
Monday, June 23, 2025 >>
Military Radar Focus Day
Focusing on the backbone of modern air defense, this day dives deep into the evolving capabilities of military radar and sensor technologies. Sessions will cover tracking and detection improvements, radar survivability, passive sensing, and next-generation system roadmaps. Experts will also discuss evaluation practices and how radar systems can better support multi-domain operations.
Thursday, June 26, 2025 >>
