Defence iQ’s Uncrewed & Autonomous Systems 2026
Uncrewed & Autonomous Systems 2026 will bring together military leaders, defence technology experts, and industry innovators to examine the latest developments in defence autonomy, robotics, UGVs, UAS, anti-drone systems, and AI-enabled capabilities.
Taking place alongside the International Dismounted Soldier conference, the event will explore how uncrewed and autonomous systems, artificial intelligence, and next-generation defence technologies are transforming military operations across air and land domains.
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The conference will welcome over 250 senior representatives from defence, government, and industry to discuss future autonomous capability and developments in modern military operations.
When is Uncrewed & Autonomous Systems 2026?
Uncrewed & Autonomous Systems 2026 will take place on 2–3 December 2026.
The event will be held at the Novotel London West, London, UK.
Themes
The event will focus on developments in:
Defence Autonomy and Robotics
Sessions will explore advances in autonomous systems, robotics, and how these technologies are being integrated into defence operations.
Uncrewed Ground and Aerial Systems
The conference will examine the role of UGVs, UAS, and autonomous platforms in supporting military capabilities across air and land domains.
Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Defence Technology
Discussions will cover AI-enabled capabilities, anti-drone systems, and next-generation technologies shaping future defence operations.
What’s On?
Attendees will hear operational perspectives from defence leaders and end users, including case studies and updates on how uncrewed and autonomous systems are supporting modern military operations.
The event will also feature discussions on emerging defence technologies, including robotics, AI-enabled capabilities, anti-drone systems, and autonomous solutions.
Participants will have opportunities to engage with military operators, defence technology experts, and industry leaders working across UGVs, UAS, robotics, and autonomous capabilities.
Speakers
Uncrewed & Autonomous Systems 2026 will feature speakers from defence organizations and military commands, including:
Major General Colin Tuley
Commanding General and PAE Maneuver Ground
Maneuver Center of Excellence and Fort Benning
Commodore Neil Mathieson
Head of Regulation and Certification
Military Aviation Authority – UK MoD
Brigadier Caroline Woodbridge-Lewin
Head Defence Artificial Intelligence Centre
UK MoD
Brigadier Ed Cartwright
Commander
16 Air Assault Brigade Combat Team
Brigadier Darren Fisher
Head Defence Land Safety Regulator
UK MoD – Defence Land Safety Regulator
Colonel Benjamin Ingham
AH Adapt
British Army – Joint Aviation Command HQ
Colonel Jim Howard
Commander, Experimentation and Trials Group
Experimentation and Trials Group
Colonel Yevhen Shamataliuk
Deputy Commander
LITPOLUKRBRIG
Where is Uncrewed & Autonomous Systems 2026?
Novotel London West
1 Shortlands Hammersmith International Ctre,
London W6 8DR
United Kingdom
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