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The American Conference Institute will host its fifth annual Unmanned Systems West Forum this September in San Diego, California, focusing on the next generation of robotics and autonomous systems for defense and security operations.
Scheduled for September 8–9, 2026, at the Crowne Plaza San Diego – Mission Valley, the forum brings together military, government, and industry leaders to discuss emerging capabilities. Unmanned Systems West is designed to highlight systems that enhance intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance, deliver real-time situational awareness, and empower faster decision-making in complex missions to expand operational reach and resilience across multi-domain environments.
The conference agenda features a variety of sessions addressing practical intelligence and real-world case studies. Key sessions include a keynote presentation titled “A SpaceX Blueprint for Undersea Autonomy” and an analysis of Ukraine’s “Operation Spiderweb” focusing on UxS and counter-UxS warfare. Other planned sessions will cover unmanned underwater and surface vehicles, the future of the Navy’s UxS approach, the Navy 4th Fleet’s integration of robotic systems for day-to-day operations, and future applications for Special Operations Forces.
As part of the Defense and National Security Summits Portfolio, this event serves as a collaborative platform for technology companies, government agencies, academic institutions, and military personnel to share experiences and navigate complex global security environments. The organizer, the American Conference Institute, operates as a think-tank staffed by industry specialists, lawyers, and professionals who monitor emerging trends, the law, and public policy developments to provide critical business intelligence.
Registration for the two-day forum is currently open, and attendees can secure an additional 10 percent discount by utilizing the promotional code D10-999-DA27 during the registration process.
