MilCIS 2026 (Military Communications and Information Systems) is taking place from November 17-19, 2026, in Canberra, Australia.
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The event brings together representatives from military and government organizations, academia, and the defense industry to explore developments in military communications and information systems, with a focus on the cyber and space domains.
Held annually, MilCIS focuses strategically on the technologies, products, systems, and services associated with military communications and information systems. The event supports ongoing dialogue between Department of Defence personnel, contractors, industry participants, and researchers on operational requirements, project initiatives, and technological capabilities.
The 2026 event will include both the MilCIS Conference and the MilCIS Expo, each available in-person and online, allowing participants to engage with presentations, technical content, and technology demonstrations across multiple formats.
When is MilCIS?
MilCIS 2026 will take place from November 17-19.
What’s On?
The program features morning plenary sessions with keynote addresses and panel discussions, followed by afternoon tutorials, updates, and product briefings.
Presentations are delivered across five parallel streams for in-person conference attendees and six for virtual participants, including plenary and Expo sessions. All content can be accessed live or on demand, with online networking available via a meeting hub.
In-Person Participation
MilCIS Conference Delegates (paid registration) will have full access to all conference content, including five parallel presentation streams (covering plenary, technical, tutorial, and Expo sessions), daily breakfast and lunch product sessions, access to the Exhibition Hall, morning and afternoon teas, and the conference dinner.
MilCIS Expo Visitors are required to register and receive complimentary access to the Exhibition Hall and the Expo presentations held in the Royal Theatre. Registration does not include access to conference sessions, catering, or the conference dinner.
Virtual Access
Virtual attendees can join the conference online and access presentations either live or on demand. All registered virtual participants also have access to the online meeting hub to connect with other attendees.
- Virtual Conference Delegates (paid registration) will receive full access to all six presentation streams, including plenary, technical, tutorial, and Expo sessions.
- Virtual Expo Visitors must register for complimentary access to the plenary and Expo presentations only.
Themes
Sessions will explore a wide range of themes relevant to defense communications, including:
- Operational concepts
- Information management
- Command support systems
- Network architectures and management
- Routing, protocols, and tactical data links
- Wireless technologies
- Modeling, analysis, and emerging technologies
Registration
Registration will open in early 2026. Four registration options will be available for in-person and virtual attendance, covering both the conference and the expo.
Where is MilCIS 2026?
National Convention Centre
Canberra
Australia
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