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23 Jul 25. DSEI UK hosts high-level roundtable on defence technology and innovation. The need to develop defence technology at a pace to match that of our enemies, at a time when complex threats are converging, is a key issue for the UK and its allies, as set out in the Strategic Defence Review. This has formed the basis of a discussion held between the UK MoD Minister for Procurement and Industry and defence technology experts including Qinetiq, Dell, 4GD and Capita Defence. The meeting was convened exclusively by DSEI UK for several businesses delivering high technology to the UK.
Minister for Defence Procurement and Industry, Rt Hon Maria Eagle MP said: “Threats around the world are changing fast and we will rely on the ingenuity of businesses of all sizes to take cutting-edge concepts from the drawing board to our Armed Forces on the frontline. Events like DSEI and this roundtable bring that expertise together and our new Defence Industrial Strategy will show how we’ll build a stronger defence sector to support fast, flexible approaches that help us develop technology quickly.”
There is a growing consensus across government and industry that the UK’s defence ecosystem must adapt to this rapidly evolving threat environment and learn lessons from ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. Discussions explored how the MoD and wider sector can better support SMEs in taking new technologies from concept to reality, how dual-use technologies are reshaping traditional procurement models, and what more can be done to build a sustainable talent pipeline for defence innovation.
These critical topics will be prominent during DSEI UK when it is held at Excel London in September and are expected to be addressed in the MoD’s forthcoming Defence Industrial Strategy. DSEI UK is a leading global event for the defence and security sector and plays a key role in fostering collaboration between industry and government to shape the wider conversation around defence capability and readiness.
Grant Burgham, Director of DSEI UK, said: “It was important for DSEI UK to convene this roundtable. It reinforced our commitment to supporting innovation by creating a space where government, large suppliers and SMEs can come together to tackle shared challenges and accelerate the adoption of next-generation solutions.”
23 Jul 25. World Defense Show (WDS), founded by the General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI) in Saudi Arabia, today announced it has already secured 90% of its exhibitor space for its upcoming 2026 edition. This announcement coincides with WDS’s attendance at IDEF 2025 in Istanbul, Turkey, where the WDS team is engaging with key Turkish defense stakeholders. Turkey is the 3rd largest participating country at WDS 2026, with Turkish exhibitors currently occupying 4,400 sqm of exhibition space. Turkish participation is expected to grow considerably from 2024 to 2026, underscoring the significant global momentum building behind WDS as a premier defense exhibition. Taking place from 8-12 February 2026, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, WDS 2026, held under the theme of ‘The Future of Defense Integration,’ will once again serve as a vital platform for showcasing the latest advancements across all five defense domains — air, land, sea, space, and security. Building on the success of its previous editions, WDS 2026 is attracting unprecedented interest from both local and international defense stakeholders. WDS 2026 is expected to feature exhibitor participation from an estimated 80 countries, including new participants such as but not limited to, Japan, Portugal, Uzbekistan and Finland. Expanded global reach further solidifies WDS’s position as a truly international platform for collaboration and innovation.
Andrew Pearcey, CEO, stated: “The overwhelming demand for exhibition space is a testament to the show’s growing reputation as a must-attend event for those shaping the next era of defense and global security. Our presence at IDEF provides an excellent opportunity to connect with key industry players and highlight the remarkable progress we’ve made in preparing for WDS 2026.”
Additionally, WDS 2026 unveils its Content Theater themes, a key show feature held on days 2-5 of the event. Attendees can anticipate engaging presentations exploring critical topics driving the industry. Prepare for insightful discussions on themes such as: Translating Operational Requirements into Technological Advantage, Accelerating Breakthrough Technologies in Defense, Integrating and Operationalizing Emerging Technologies at Speed, and Powering National Production and Defense Exports. The Content Theater program complements a suite of show features, including the new Future Defense Lab, Unmanned Systems Zone, Naval Zone, Saudi Supply Chain Zone, and WDS News Network. With limited space remaining, WDS encourages interested exhibitors to secure their participation as soon as possible. For further details about the World Defense Show, visit: https://www.worlddefenseshow.com/
23 Jul 25. Why National Media and Industry Can’t Miss GVSETS. With defense modernization now a national priority—and new legislation igniting America’s push to build the most capable military in history to face the challenges of future battlefields, especially against peer and near-peer adversaries —the spotlight turns to Michigan this August. The 17th annual Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering and Technology Symposium (GVSETS), hosted by the NDIA Michigan Chapter, returns as the nation’s largest event focused solely on military ground vehicle innovation. Over three critical days, August 12 – 14, GVSETS will bring together Army leaders, Warfighters, defense suppliers and strategists, policymakers, engineers, and academic researchers from across the country. Over 3,000 attendees will hear exclusive modernization updates from senior officials with U.S. Army TACOM, PEO GCS, PEO CS&CSS, NGCV CTF, DEVCOM GVSC, and ACC-Detroit Arsenal explore game-changing technologies, and engage directly with decision-makers driving bn-dollar military programs. GVSETS also provides a rare opportunity for organizations to submit technical white papers and present research that addresses real Army capability gaps. Topics include autonomy, AI, digital engineering, MOSA, M&S, additive manufacturing, materials, power, human performance, and contested and predictive logistics.
Why National Media and Industry Can’t Miss GVSETS
– Premier U.S. Ground Vehicle Symposium
The only national event dedicated to next-generation military ground systems, autonomy, and survivability technologies.
– First Look at Army Modernization Strategy
Keynotes from DEVCOM GVSC leadership, TACOM, Army Futures Command, and the Congressional Defense Panel—intel not shared at other venues.
– Where Strategy Becomes Action
Live discussions around engineering, procurement, and innovation—connecting technology developers directly to military needs.
– Defense Contracts and Jobs on the Line
With mobility and protection systems advancing rapidly, GVSETS is where future partnerships—and opportunities—begin.
– Michigan: The Heart of U.S. Ground Combat Innovation
As home to GVSC, TACOM, and the country’s largest defense mobility corridor, Michigan is where the military, industry, and research converge.
“If you want to understand where the Army is headed—and where opportunity is being created nationwide—GVSETS is the event. It’s the intersection of military needs, advanced tech, and the people building the future.”
— Valde Garcia, President, NDIA Michigan Chapter
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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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