MILAM 2026 Returns for Its 10th Year at the Tampa Convention Center

The 10th Annual Military Additive Manufacturing Summit & Technology Showcase 2026 brings together defense, government, and industry leaders to advance additive manufacturing innovation and strengthen future military capabilities By Olivia Hannam / 12 Nov 2025

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The 10th Annual Military Additive Manufacturing Summit & Technology Showcase (MILAM) will be held February 3–4, with a Workshop Day on February 5, at the Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, FL.

MILAM 2026 Returns for Its 10th Year at the Tampa Convention Center

MILAM 2026 is the premier event for military, aerospace, and defense professionals dedicated to exploring and advancing the forefront of 3D printing technologies. Each year, this event serves as a crucial platform for military, government, international partners and industry professionals to connect, collaborate, and strategize on integrating additive technologies. 

The event aims to enhance current capabilities and maintain competitiveness across all areas of defense. The Summit provides a unique opportunity to build networks, explore a wide range of industry products and services, and gain insights into the future of global additive manufacturing technologies.

Key Topics 

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Key discussion topics at MILAM 2026 will include guiding Army transformation to modernize capabilities for future warfare and accelerating the integration of additive manufacturing (AM) to strengthen the maritime industrial base. Sessions will explore how AM enhances readiness, resilience, and efficiency across military logistics, while driving the Army’s vision for future battlefield sustainment. Additional focuses include improving MAGTF readiness and lethality in expeditionary environments, using 3D printing to rapidly scale drone production, and developing tactical additive solutions that meet critical warfighter needs. 

The event will also address joint force readiness through AM-enabled logistics, the use of AM to revolutionize shipbuilding and maintenance for maritime dominance, advancing qualified AM processes for next-generation aircraft sustainment, and transforming military infrastructure through additive construction.

Confirmed Speakers Include:

  • Event Moderator: GEN (Ret.) Edward M. Daly, USA, DALY Consulting & Logistics, Former Commanding General, U.S. Army Materiel Command
  • LTG Christopher O. Mohan, USA, Acting Commanding General, U.S. Army Materiel Command
  • LTG Mark Simerly, USA, Director, Defense Logistics Agency
  • LtGen Stephen Sklenka, USMC, Deputy Commandant for Installations & Logistics, HQMC
  • Matthew Sermon, SES, PM, Maritime Industrial Base, ASN RD&A
  • RDML (Ret.) Jason Lloyd, USN, Former Chief Engineer & Deputy Commander for Ship Design, Integration, & Naval Engineering, NAVSEA
  • COL Eloy Martinez, USA, Commander, Rock Island Arsenal-Joint Manufacturing & Technology Center, U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command
  • COL James Crocker, USA, Deputy Director, Supply Chain Management Directorate, Army Materiel Command
  • COL David Guida, USA, Previous Commander, Rock Island Arsenal-Joint Manufacturing & Technology Center, U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command
  • LTC John Peterson, USA, Incoming Director, Joint C-sUAS University
  • SGM Petra Casarez, USA, U.S. Army, Deputy Chief of Staff, G-4
  • Megan Kreiger, Additive Construction SME, U.S. Army Research & Development Center
  • Maj Brian Vickers, USAF, Deputy Base Civil Engineer & PM for the Expeditionary 3D Concrete Printer

…alongside additional senior military and industry leaders.

Registration for MILAM 2026 is now open and demand is high. Attendance is complimentary for active-duty military personnel and government employees. 

To confirm participation and secure a place at the event, please visit the MILAM 2026 website.

Posted by Olivia Hannam Olivia is a Junior Editor and Copywriter at Defense Advancement. She graduated with First-Class Honours in History from the University of Exeter, where she developed a strong passion for research and clear communication. Since joining DA in 2025, Olivia’s focus lies in producing insightful content that highlights the latest developments and innovations shaping the defense sector, with a particular interest in naval technology and maritime defense. Connect
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