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05 Feb 25. Chepstow Military Raceday returns on November 5th 2024 with extended C-UAS Conference.
Protecting Critical Sporting Infrastructure and Events
Chepstow Racecourse 4-5 November 2025
Dive into the future of drone technology and security at the UK’s premier Counter-Unmanned Air Vehicle (C-UAV) and Counter-Unmanned Air System (C-UAS) Exhibition & Conference. This groundbreaking event brings together key stakeholders to tackle the evolving threats posed by unmanned aerial systems to critical sporting infrastructure, with a particular focus on horse racing.
Why Attend?
Organised by BATTLESPACE Publications and Marksman Communication, the second iteration of Protecting Critical Sporting Infrastructure and Events promises two days of insights, collaboration, and cutting-edge technology demonstrations. With an expanded format and agenda, this event addresses pressing concerns about drone incursions in the sports sector, including illegal streaming, unauthorised filming, and safeguarding compliance under Martyn’s Law.
What to Expect:
- Exclusive Insights: Engage with government policymakers, industry leaders, and innovators shaping the future of aerial security.
- Live Demonstrations: Witness the latest advancements in C-UAV/C-UAS technology, with real-world demonstrations tailored to sporting venues.
- Networking Opportunities: Forge partnerships with like-minded professionals dedicated to securing critical infrastructure.
- Practical Applications: Explore how Martyn’s Law impacts the events sector and what venues must do to comply with these vital regulations.
- Julian Nettlefold, Publisher of BATTLESPACE, highlights the urgency: “Drone threats to sporting events, particularly racing, have grown exponentially over the past five years. Racing’s vulnerability to illegal gambling syndicates underscores the critical need for robust drone defences. This event builds on the success of last year’s conference by expanding to include product demonstrations and exciting attractions such as drone racing.”
- Craig Taylor, Director of Marksman Communication, emphasised the importance of legal compliance: “Events organisers and venue owners must understand their obligations under Martyn’s Law to ensure both safety and regulatory compliance. This conference is a vital platform for sharing knowledge and equipping the industry to tackle the challenges posed by drone incursions.”
- Ian Cameron-Mowat, Conference Chairman, also remarked, “This year’s agenda is designed to inform, inspire, and drive action in securing the UK’s sporting events.”
Agenda
Day One – 4 November 2025
Exploring Regulatory, Technological, and Insurance Challenges
10:00 – Registration and Breakfast
10:30 – Chairman’s Welcome and Introduction
10:50 – Outline of Martyn’s Law – UK Home Office TBC
11:10 – UAV Challenges Facing Sporting Venues – Arena Leisure
11:30 – Coffee Break and Product Demonstrations
12:10 – Insurance Challenges to Comply with Martyn’s Law
12:30 – Protecting Important Visitors from Drone Incursions
12:50 – Lunch Break and Drone Racing TBC
14:30 – The Challenges of Illegal Streaming
14:50 – Crowd Protection at Sporting Venues
15:10 – Animal and Team Protection at Sporting Venues
15:30 – The Requirement for Portable C-UAS Systems
15:50 – Tea Break
16:30 – Q&A Panel Discussion
18:30 – Drinks Reception
19:30 – BBOY Award Presentation
20:00 – Gala Dinner
22:00 – Charity Auction
Day Two – 5 November 2025
Harnessing Dual-Use Military Technology for Sporting Events
Costs
Day 1: Tuesday 4th Nov:
Conference £300pp+ vat = £360.00pp inc vat
BOOK – 220 available
Day 1: Tuesday 4th Nov:
Gala Dinner including drink on arrival: £75.00pp+vat = £90.00pp inc vat
BOOK – 220 available
Day 2: Wednesday 5th Nov:
Racing Event Silver Ticket:
£120pp +vat
£1200 + VAT per table of 10
Day 2: Wednesday 5th Nov:
Racing Event Gold Sponsor Ticket
Table of 10 only £2,500.00 +vat = £3,000.00 inc vat
Coldra Court Hotel | 4-Star Hotel Breaks In The UK: £110.00 inc vat: B&B
Harnessing Dual-Use Military Technology for Sporting Events
The Growing Threat of Drone Incursions
Drone incursions pose a rapidly escalating risk to the safety and security of critical sporting events. In the horse racing sector, unauthorised drones are increasingly being used for illegal streaming, providing real-time footage to gambling syndicates and bypassing official broadcast rights. Beyond financial losses, these activities compromise venue security, distract participants, and jeopardise the welfare of animals and attendees. Recent advancements in drone technology, including increased flight range, payload capacity, and autonomous navigation, have made detection and mitigation more challenging. Furthermore, with drones capable of carrying dangerous payloads, the potential for malicious attacks looms large. This highlights the urgent need for sporting venues to adopt robust counter-drone systems and ensure compliance with Martyn’s Law to protect visitors, participants, and infrastructure.
Join Us in Protecting the Future of UK Sports
Don’t miss this vital opportunity to engage with the experts driving innovation and security in the face of increasing drone threats. Whether you’re a policymaker, event organiser, or technology developer, this event is your chance to stay ahead of the curve. Secure your place now and be part of the conversation shaping the future of sporting event safety.
Ticket bookings:
Chosen Charities: SSAFA, Combat Stress, Royal Hospital Chelsea Outreach Programme
06 Feb 25. Counter-UAS Europe, 1-3 April 2025 in London, UK.To stay informed about these crucial developments, gain insights from international experts from the UK, Poland, Estonia, Spain, the USA, Italy, Ukraine, Belgium, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Israel, at the Counter UAS Technology Europe Conference.
This is your chance to discover how leading nations are implementing cutting-edge technologies, operational strategies, and policy developments to strengthen Counter UAS defence.
Unmissable Insights from a range of leading nations
Featured International Speakers include:
Brigadier General Kazimierz Dynski, Air & Missile Department Chief, General Command of Polish Armed Forces
Presentation: Building the Polish Integrated Multi-Layered AMD and C-UAS Concept
Colonel Adam Miller, PM for Directed Energy C-sUAS, U.S. Army Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO)
Presentation: Employing Directed Energy Weapon Capabilities to Counter UAS Threats and Shape Enduring HEL
Colonel Nathaniel Huston, Director, Innovation & Capability Integration,
U.S. Central Command
Presentation: USCENTCOM Counter UAS Priorities – Developing and Delivering Capabilities to the Warfightr
Colonel Quirino Avoli, Director, C-Mini/Micro UAS Centre of Excellence, Italian Army
Presentation: The Italian Lines of Effort for Development of New C-UAS Systems
Colonel Vadym Slyusar, Chief of R&D Group, Central Research Institute of Armaments and Military Equipment, Armed Forces of Ukraine
Presentation: C-UAS Experience During the War in Ukraine
Explore the full list of speakers
Final early bird discount ends on 14 February 2025! Register now to save.
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06 Feb 25. ComDef 2025, scheduled for February 26, 2025, at Boeing Arlington. This will be the 57th Conference on International Defense Cooperation. The theme of “Defense Cooperation: New Directions, New Priorities” will address the collective efforts of friendly countries to preserve the peace.
Key Details:
- Date: February 26, 2025
- Location: Boeing Arlington
- Major Topics Include:
- New Administration priorities
- Defense budget outlook
- Changes to international engagement emphasis
- Export control directions
- Security assistance developments
Quentin Whiteree
President
IDEEA, Inc
Government and industry representatives from more than 35 countries will be participating.
Over 30 speakers will provide their insight and perspectives. Network with Government and industry leaders from all US Services and Agencies at this premier international event held in person this year.
The organizers reserve the right to change the program based on speaker availability and world events.
REGISTER HERE
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
- Government/Services Acquisition community
- Government Industrial policy staff
- Government/Services international agreements staff
- Government/Services FMS staff
- Government/Services R&D community
- Embassy officials
- Procurement
- R&D
- Defense Cooperation Attaches
- Service Attaches
- Industry government relations executives
- Industry business development executives
- Industry sales and marketing executives
- Industry Offset and Countertrade executives
- Industry merger and acquisition staff
- Aviation and defense financial analysts
- Think Tanks
- Defense media
- Academia
- Hill Staffers
IDEEA, Inc. 6233 Nelway Drive, McLean, VA 22101
Tel: 703 760 0762 E:
http://www.ideea.com/comdef25/
04 Feb 25. DSEI Germany launched. The global security order is facing unprecedented challenges. Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, growing geopolitical tensions, and the vulnerability of critical infrastructures are demanding an increased commitment to defence and security issues from Germany and other European countries. DSEI Germany will be held for the first time from 19 – 22 January 2027 at the Messegelände Hannover (Hannover Exhibition Grounds) to address this demand.
DSEI Germany is organised by Deutsche Messe AG in partnership with the organisers of DSEI UK and DSEI Japan, the world’s leading security and defence exhibitions. DSEI UK and DSEI Japan take place every two years in London and Tokyo respectively.
DSEI Germany will showcase the modern military equipment, armaments, technologies, products, processes, and materials required to ensure national defensive potential, the ability to meet alliance commitments, and geopolitical security. The event will support industrial companies and their suppliers to meet the increasing demand brought about by the “Zeitenwende”, the turning point which is transforming Germany’s defence policy.
The security policy priorities of NATO and the EU will form the basis of the debate, with military leaders and civilian decision-makers discussing strategic defence issues and opportunities for partnerships.
Following the historic “Trinity House” agreement between the UK and Germany, with the aim of deepening security and defence cooperation between the two countries, DSEI Germany will provide a forum for consolidating and expanding partnerships and alliances both within Europe and worldwide, while promoting cooperation in security policy.
Today’s defence requirements are becoming increasingly complex and demand comprehensive, networked solutions in all areas of the modern army. The trade fair offers industry partners a platform to present capabilities and technologies tailored to the respective military needs.
DSEI Germany is receiving comprehensive support from Germany’s Federal Ministry of Defence and Bundeswehr:
“The turning point in Germany’s defence policy not only requires us to reorientate our defence strategy but also calls for technological and industrial capabilities to be promoted in a targeted manner,” explains Boris Pistorius, the Federal Minister of Defence. “DSEI Germany can provide Germany with an important platform to demonstrate its defence capabilities, technological leadership, and innovative strength on the international stage”.
Olaf Lies, Lower Saxony’s Minister of Economic Affairs, said: “The announcement of DSEI Germany is an important signal for Lower Saxony as an important industrial location. After all, the view of the defence industry has changed fundamentally, not least as a result of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine. In view of the current geopolitical challenges, the importance of close cooperation between industry, research and politics to develop new solutions for the security and defence capabilities of Germany and Europe is more evident than ever. Our security and resilience are directly linked to the operational readiness and capabilities of our armed forces.
Hannover as the location of this new leading trade fair not only strengthens our defence industry, but also numerous suppliers and partners who play a key role in the value chain. Lower Saxony is an important location for industry in Germany and it is therefore only logical that Deutsche Messe AG is also involved in this sector and makes a decisive contribution to networking the industry.
The Zeitenwende described by Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz requires us as a society to set the right course for the business location. DSEI Germany offers a platform on which strategies, innovations and new partnerships can be established in order to meet the challenges of our time with combined forces. The fact that we in Lower Saxony are hosting this event shows that we are prepared to take responsibility here”.
Chris Gallon, CEO, EMEA for DSEI said: “DSEI is a long established and respected brand in the defence and security sector and has a strong reputation for delivering events of outstanding value for the global audience we serve at both DSEI in London and Tokyo. DSEI Germany presents a key opportunity to bring the domestic industry together with its allies and partners to demonstrate capability and concepts”.
Dr. Jochen Köckler, CEO of Deutsche Messe AG said: “No other trade fair company has a national and international political network that can match that of Deutsche Messe. Together with the DSEI team, and in combination with our modern premises which have a long track record of hosting world-class industrial trade fairs, we can wield our strengths in a targeted manner to make an important contribution toward strengthening security in Germany and elsewhere in Europe”.
To find out more, visit the DSEI Germany website here: https://www.dsei-germany.com/
04 Feb 25. The International Space Community & UK Government confirm presence at Farnborough International Space Show & ISRSE-40.
International space organisations, UK government departments and leading academia confirm their presence at the Farnborough International Space Show and the 40th International Symposium on Remote Sensing of Environment (ISRSE-40).
The latest speakers confirmed for the Farnborough International Space Show include:
- Thomas Clayson, CTO, Magdrive
- Karin Nilsdotter, Chief Executive Officer, Spaceport Sweden AB & Unibap & Arctic Space Board Member
- Johan Åman, CEO, Unibap
- Melissa Quinn, General Manager, Slingshot UK
- Kimberley Van Vliet, Founder & CEO – WaVv and ConvergX®, CDN Del NATO Industrial Advisory Group (NIAG), Director Aerospace Innovation Hub
- Steve Wolfe, President & Co-Founder / Deputy Executive Director, Beyond Earth Institute / Global Spaceport Alliance
- James Causey, Executive Director, Global Spaceport Alliance
- Emma Haynes, Partnerships Director, National Physical Laboratory (NPL)
- Fred Taylor, VP, Space & Cyber Applications, Viasat
- Patrick Cahill, Deputy Director, Network, Telecoms and Space Solutions, Crown Commercial Service
- Sam Visner. Chair, Board of Directors, Space ISAC; Board Member, ORAU; Tech Fellow at Aerospace Corporation, Space ISAC
- Erin Miller, Executive Director, Space ISAC
Taking place 17-21 March 2025, ISRSE-40 exists to drive the advancement of remote sensing technologies and the data analysis pivotal to Earth Observation capabilities and space applications,
Titled Synergy in Sight: Harnessing Earth Observation for Sustainable Development, the latest speakers confirmed for the ISRSE-40 conference programme include:
- Harshbir Sangha MBE FRSA, Missions and Capabilities Director – Earth Observation and Low-Earth Orbit Assets, UK Space Agency
- Dr Sunday Popo-Ola, Associate Professor, Imperial College London
- Dr Alex Held, Senior Principal Research Scientist, CSIRO – Astronomy and Space Science Research Unit
Following its success at Farnborough International Airshow 2024, ADS Group, the UK trade association for the aerospace, defence, security and space sectors, and Farnborough International will be hosting the UK Government Hub at Farnborough International Space Show to provide a dedicated platform for government departments, agencies and devolved administrations to collaborate directly with UK space and defence businesses.
Reflecting the combined convening power of ADS and Farnborough International, the Government Hub will highlight the public sector support available to UK businesses and entrepreneurs. It will provide access to the support businesses need to startup, scale-up and create skilled workforces. Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL), Welsh Government and Invest NI are among the government agencies and devolved administrations who will be officially present at the Government Hub.
To register for your free pass or for more information, visit: https://farnboroughspaceshow.com/
For more information on ISRSE-40 and to book your ticket, visit: https://isrse40.com/
04 Feb 25. Digital Engineering Conference 2025 (DE25)
18-19 March 2025
Active Conference Centre, Thornbury, Bristol
A Hybrid Conference organised by TD-Info on behalf of DE&S
Implementing Digital Engineering
The conference theme is implementation, focusing on how to bring digital engineering to life, overcome challenges and align with the goal of showcasing practical solutions and real-world applications.
Day One – Inspiring Change & Unlocking Potential
Panel One: Inspiring the Change & Implementing Digital Engineering – Chaired by MOD
Speakers: Andy Start (MOD), Jim Scott (Lockheed Martin), Martin Williams, Fergus Cassidy & Dr Alistair Bacon (BAE Systems), USAF and Dassault Systemes (TBC)
Panel Two: How to Unlock the Potential of Digital Engineering – Chaired by Stephen Wilcock, MOD
Speakers: Amy Hands & Matt Hill (Pennant), Ryan Griffin (CDS Defence Systems), Deepaa Y Ganesh (QinetiQ) and Will Marsden (Ansys)
Panel Three: Collaboration along Value Chains to Deliver Value through Digital Engineering – Chaired by James Mansfield, Sopra Steria (TBC)
Speakers: Graham Cookman (PA Consulting), Chris Hinds & Chris Spaul (Rolls-Royce plc), |Peter Bilello (CIMdata), Stacy Dyer & James Wood (Deloitte) and Australian Submarine Agency (TBC)
Panel Four: Potential of Advanced Digital Technologies – Chaired by Polly Scully, Palantir (TBC)
Speakers: Professor John Erkoyuncu (Cranfield), Wg Cdr L’Abbate (MOD Typhoon Team), Siemens and Parametric Technologies (TBC)
Day One close: Lt General Simon Hamilton (MOD) – Keynote address
Day Two – Tracking Progress & Scaling to Achieve Potential
Panel Five: Enabling Scaling through Improved Commercial Processes – Chaired by Thales (TBC)
Speakers: Nathan Gibson (MOD Commercial), Future Capabilities Innovation Group (TBC), RED Scientific (TBC) and Fergus Hawkins (TFD Europe)
Panel Six: Enabling the Digital Engineering through People & Technology – Chaired by MOD/Industry sponsor (TBC)
Speakers: Thales (TBC), Jack Hodges (Vanguard), Nigel Shaw (MOD), Nick Bolan (Airbus).
Wrap Up and Closing Remarks – Stephen Wilcock (MOD)
27 Jan 25. Targi Kielce’s priority investment is entering the implementation phase. On Thursday, 23 January, Strabag signed the contract to design and build a new exhibition hall and reconstruct the existing one. The combined space of both facilities amounts to over 15,500 square metres of usable space on the ground floor and 3,000 square metres on the mezzanine
Therefore, the new facility in the centre’s infrastructure will be four times larger than the currently largest hall, no. 5. Work is scheduled to begin in the spring after the biggest exhibition of the season; the Agrotech Agricultural Technology Fair.
“Today is a historic moment and a massive milestone in the development of Targi Kielce, and Targi Kielce stands for professionalism, the company that competes with itself and wins every year. And the fact that this company’s name includes the word ‘Kielce’ is a source of great pride and satisfaction for us,” said Agata Wojda, Mayor of Kielce, during the ceremonial signing of the agreement. The Mayor added, “I do not envy you this pressure, nor the management of Targi Kielce or the Strabag company, but I know that you are a solid partner.”
The project involves the construction of Hall 8 and the reconstruction of Hall 7; the expo halls will be combined. Mezzanines will be built at the connection point with additional restaurant and congress spaces and views of the exhibition space. The building will be 15 metres high, 73 metres wide and over 237 metres long in total. The cost of building the facility will not exceed PLN 100 m.
The initial phase of the ‘design and build’ tender began in August 2024, a decision was made in January, and on Thursday 23 January the agreement was signed with the contractor. “The tedious and very meticulous procedure allowed us to carefully examine each offer. In the final phase, we were in talks with several companies; we were convinced that the selected contractor would reliably fulfil the task. There is an intense period ahead of us because we are also running our exhibition activities in parallel,” says Dr. Andrzej Mochoń, President of the Management Board of Targi Kielce.
The company will design the new facility and it can also use the designs that were created for Targi Kielce in 2018, when the company was preparing to build a new expo hall. These plans were abandoned at the time due to the pandemic. Construction work will begin in March 2025, and the hall is to be ready by the end of July 2026 so that it can be used by exhibitors first at the International Defense Industry Exhibition [MSPO] in September 2026.
“We hope that we will meet expectations and that in 17 months, a facility will be built that you will be able to boast about on the international arena,” said Joanna Popczyk, Financial Director and Proxy of Strabag.
The expansion of expo infrastructure is necessary due to the growing interest of companies in participating in trade fairs.
“Since 2005, we have been building additional temporary halls for the Agrotech agricultural technology fair; this additional area in temporary halls reached up to 18 thousand square metres,” explains President Andrzej Mochoń. In recent years, the need to build temporary halls has also been the case for fairs from the Industrial Spring group and the International Defence Industry Exhibition. New trade fairs keep growing, including the Enex renewable energy fair and the Roof-Forum roofing industry fair. In the case of MSPO and Agrotech, we are pushed to limit the rented space, and the reserve list is long.
The new facility will be built in a place that previously served as a parking lot; Targi Kielce will prepare a car park on the plot located at Wystawowa Street. This project is already being implemented. A temporary expo hall will also be built, which will operate throughout the construction period; 4,000 square metres with full technical infrastructure will make inconvenience regarding the investment unnoticed for exhibitors. (Source: joint-forces.com)
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DSEI 2025 – POWERING PROGRESS, DEFINING YOUR FUTURE
DSEI connects governments, national armed forces, industry thought leaders and the entire defence & security supply chain on a global scale. With a range of valuable opportunities for networking, a platform for business, access to relevant content & live-action demonstrations, the DSEI community can strengthen relationships, share knowledge and engage in the latest capabilities across the exhibition’s Aerospace, Land, Naval, Security & Joint Zones.
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