Upcoming Events

SMi is pleased to present the 4^th annual conference on Air Missile Defence Technology, taking place in Prague on 22^nd and 23^rd October 2019.

With militaries constantly facing varied threats, operators have crucial requirements for flexible and adaptable systems that can counter the ever-changing battlespace environment. In conjunction with this, constrained budgets mean the importance of allied cooperation is more prevalent than ever and interoperability between systems and national partners is crucial for any future planning.

The need for combined Air Defence programmes has therefore become a common goal for allied forces around the world. With this in mind, and bringing together senior representatives from military, industry and academia, SMi’s Air Missile Defence Technology 2019 conference will centre on developing and improving the technology behind AMD programmes to ensure they are well prepared for future mission requirements.

The 2019 conference will provide a unique insight into:

• GBAD
• Counter Medium and Ballistic Missile technologies
• C-RAM
• Integrated and Networked Radar systems
• Confronting ICBM threats
• Developing coherent international strategies
• And much more!

Early bird discounts:
Register by April 30^th to save £400
Register by May 31^st to save £300
Register by June 28^th to save £200

To register for the conference online, visit www.airmissiledefence.com/armada.

Building on the successes of 2018, SMi will once again host a dedicated pre-conference Active Protection Systems Focus Day on the 12^th November 2019, which will provide detailed and exclusive insight into how leading nations are integrating APS into their existing vehicle fleets. Leading technical experts and militaries from the most forward-thinking nations will cover the latest hard/soft kill systems, sensors, data processing, munitions and countermeasures, Architecture service strategies and capability concerns, Technology demonstrations, Systems Testing and Trialling and much more!

Secure your attendance at: http://www.favsurvivability.com/armada

SMi’s 5^th annual Future Armoured Vehicles Survivability conference and Active Protection Systems Focus Day will return to London between the 12^th– 14^th November 2019!

As the only armoured vehicle conference dedicated to the area of survivability, the 2019 event will gather programme managers, capability directors, and commanders from the military, and senior engineers, chief scientists, and platform managers from leading solution providers to discuss what nations are doing to protect their armoured vehicles and their personnel.

Building on the successes of 2018, SMi will once again host a dedicated pre-conference Active Protection Systems Focus Day on the 12^th November 2019, which will provide detailed and exclusive insight into how leading nations are integrating APS into their existing vehicle fleets. Leading technical experts and militaries from the most forward-thinking nations will cover the latest hard/soft kill systems, sensors, data processing, munitions and countermeasures, Architecture service strategies and capability concerns, Technology demonstrations, Systems Testing and Trialling and much more!

On the 13^th-14^th November 2019, the two-day conference will aim to further address all layers of the survivability spectrum including:

• Armour
• Situational Awareness
• Concealment
• Signature Management
• IED Protection Systems
• CBRN
• Mine Resistance
• Armour material technologies
• Stealth
• Active Protection Systems

Register by:
28^th June 2018 to save £300
30^th September 2019 to save £100

Secure your attendance at: http://www.favsurvivability.com/armada

SMi Group is proud to present the 9^th annual conference on Social Media in the Defence and Military Sector, which will take place in London on the 20^th and 21^st November 2019.

Social Media has become a crucial tool for the Armed Forces in the 21^st century, and can be used as a platform to reach out to a global audience for information and recruitment purposes, to fulfil a welfare function for personnel keeping in touch with family and friends, and as a strategic communication tool for opinion forming and psychological operations.

With this in mind, the two-day Social Media in the Defence and Military Sectors conference provides the ideal platform to discuss social media strategies, platforms and tools used in the armed forces’ day-to-day activities from branding and recruitment to frontline operations, intelligence, and cyber warfare.

NEW FOR 2019:

• Crisis Communications
• Briefing from International Organization for Migration (IOM)
• US Special Operations Forces approach with a focus on psycho-social and cultural landscapes
• Two Interactive workshops on: ‘Audience Engagement through Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR)’ & ‘Digital Transformation in Government Communications’

#milsocialmedia 

Register by:
28^th June 2018 to save £300
30^th September 2019 to save £100

Secure your attendance at: www.militarysocialmedia.com/armada

With support from the Polish Armed Forces, the 13th annual Mobile Deployable Communications conference returns to Warsaw in January 2020. Featuring exclusive briefings from key regional partners and their international allies, the conference explores battlefield communications systems in the Central and Eastern European operational environment and their role in maximising operational effectiveness.

Effective communication on the battlefield is becoming increasingly vital as militaries seek to gain, maintain and exploit the information advantage in a rapidly changing battlespace. To prepare for future engagements, militaries must especially focus on the resilience and protection of communications in degraded environments as near-peer adversaries are utilising ever more complex electronic warfare technologies.

This annual conference will bring together 100+ international delegates, including leading program managers, strategic decision-makers, industry experts and thought leaders from CEE and further afield, to explore the latest developments in communications technology and the challenges for both solution providers and end users.

Key Focuses Include:

• Central and Eastern European (CEE) operational environment
• Interoperability of communications equipment between allied militaries
• Procurement, research and development of the latest communications technology
• Resilience and security of tactical communications systems, such as anti-jamming technology

Early Bird Discounts!
Register by 30^th September to save £400
Register by 31^st October to save £200
Register by 29^th November to save £100

Learn more at: http://www.mobiledeployable.com/armada

As the modern battlespace becomes increasingly complex, military forces must act dynamically by harnessing cutting-edge network technology to exploit an information advantage. By linking shooters, commanders and sensors in a fully networked environment, militaries can streamline decision-making, enhance situational awareness and increase mission effectiveness.

SMi’s 4^th Annual Network Centric Warfare (NCW) Conference, returning to Rome in February, aims to explore the latest in battlefield network technology to help military forces achieve operational superiority. 

2020 Highlights:

• Receive comprehensive coverage of the entire NCW concept and network infrastructure, with a focus on several ongoing initiatives and strategies for maximising interoperability
• Meet with cutting edge technology providers in the spheres of network communications, electronics, and C4I systems
• Develop insights from the only event that provides focus on Italy’s Forza NEC programme
• Discover new perspectives from international expert speakers from Europe and North America, as well as new programmes in France, Germany, Netherlands, Estonia, Norway and more

Given the critical need for seamless interoperability between allied forces and the nature of network centric warfare as a force multiplier, join us in Rome to take part in pivotal discussions on network resilience, artificial intelligence, the progress of prestigious battlefield network programmes, and interoperability between allied militaries in coalition.

Early Bird Discounts:

• Book by 31^st October 2019 to save £400
• Book by 29^th November 2019 to save £200
• Book by 13^th December 2019 to save £100

Join us in Rome on the 11^th and 12^th February, to explore the latest technological solutions and political strategies to secure land, air, and sea borders in response to growing global threats.

Now in its thirteenth year, the Border Security conference has established itself as a market leader in this sector and will bring together senior military staff, government figures and industry from around the world, all responsible in their own way for enhancing border security capabilities on a global scale.

Following last year’s sell-out event, the conference agenda has been curated to provide you with most timely updates and significant briefings. Unlike other events, we strive to deliver real insight and learning experiences through the expertly selected speakers who will only present on exclusive and current content.

Key Focuses Include:

• Automated International Border Control Systems and Associated technologies (AI etc.)
• Mitigating European Refugee and Migrant Crisis/Protection of EU External Borders
• International Cooperation, Information sharing and Communication on countering cross border threats
• Security Management Systems (SeMS) in Aviation Security
• Biometrics/vs Biometric Free border controls
• Preventing the use of fraudulent documentation

Early Bird Discounts!
Register by 31^st October to save £400
Register by 29^th November to save £200
Register by 13^th December to save £100

Learn more at: http://www.bordersec-conference.com/armada