Future Artillery
The Worlds Largest Fires Forum
19 - 21 May 2026 | Novotel London West, London, United Kingdom
19 - 21 May 2026
Indirect Fires Reimagined: Precision, Power and Deployment in Modern Warfare
In an era defined by contested terrain and accelerated conflict, indirect fires are being reimagined as a smarter, faster, and more survivable capability. This conference delivers a strategic platform for defence stakeholders to explore how precision, power, and deployment are converging to shape the future of artillery. From cutting-edge munitions and autonomous platforms to resilient logistics and multinational collaboration, the agenda will spotlight the innovations and investments transforming indirect fires into a decisive force across multi-domain operations.
Future Artillery demands precision, agility, and resilience. This event brings together military leaders, industry innovators, and strategic thinkers to explore next-gen capabilities—from autonomous systems and precision-guided munitions to forward deployment and supply chain resilience. Join us to unlock the technologies, tactics, and partnerships driving decisive firepower in a rapidly evolving threat landscape.
Make sure to register before Friday, 30th January 2026
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Meet our 2026 Speakers
Lieutenant General Jez Bennett CBE
Deputy Commander
NATO Allied Land Command
Brigadier Paul Hughes B.Eng (Hons) MBA C.Eng MAPM FRAeS
Head of Engineering Assurance – Land Domain
Defence Equipment & Support
![Brigadier Robert Alston [GBR]](https://eco-cdn.iqpc.com/eco/images/speakers/YUidkK36QrY8IanFRGt9pKbV7gsRTokMQjydRgLX.png)
Brigadier Robert Alston [GBR]
Chief Joint Fires and Influence Branch
ARRC NATO
Colonel Roman Bobal
Commander, Fires Centre of Excellence
Slovak Armed Forces
Colonel Jost Hügel
Commander of the German Artillery School and General of the German Artillery
Bundeswehr - Germany
Colonel Stephan Sjöberg
Chief of Artillery
Swedish Armed Forces
Colonel Frank Maxwell
Commander, 41st Field Artillery Brigade, V Corps
US Army
Colonel Alicia Johnson
Project Manager
JPEO Armaments and Ammunition
THIS YEAR MARKS
25 years of Bringing Together the Global Fires Community
Last Year We Welcomed:
600+
Attendees
75+
Speakers
27+
Sponsors
55+
Nations
What's New for 2026
A Strategic Focus on Fires Integration Across Multi-Domain Operation
Refocused Stream Structure for Sharper, More Actionable Conversations
Designed to help attendees dive deeper into the specific challenges and innovations shaping each area of indirect fires, the programme now features three clearly defined streams: Preparation, Platform Advancements, and Power & Propulsion.
New Industry-Led Case Studies on Ammunition Resilience and Sovereign Production
With Europe investing heavily in domestic shell manufacturing, hear directly from OEMs and government partners about new production lines, technology transfer, and industrial readiness.
Enhanced Networking with Programme Stakeholders and OEMs
Meet the teams behind Europe’s biggest artillery investments including: Lockheed Martin, KNDS, BAE Systems, and Nammo, in curated networking sessions designed to foster collaboration and early engagement.
Download the 2025 Post Show Report
Wondering What's in Store?
While we work behind the scenes to host the 2026 edition of Future Artillery, check out our 2025 Post Show Report, for an in-depth look at what was discussed this past May.
Featuring all the information on speakers, sessions, attendee breakdown, programme and procurement updates and case studies, it's your best place to learn what makes Future Artillery the most important conference for the global indirect fires community,.
All of this information, and more, is in one handy document. Get your copy below!
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Sponsorship and Exhibition Opportunities
Future Artillery stands as the premier global forum where defence leaders, military strategists, and industry pioneers converge to shape the future of artillery. Marking its 25th anniversary, the conference continues to drive forward-thinking dialogue on advanced munitions, operational readiness, and next-gen firepower technologies.
Whether you're looking to elevate your brand, engage with key decision-makers, or unveil breakthrough solutions in artillery and logistics, Future Artillery offers a uniquely focused environment for strategic networking, impactful showcases, and meaningful collaboration beyond the conventional expo floor.
WHAT WE WILL TALK ABOUT
Key Themes and Why You Should Attend
Gain Strategic Insight into NATO’s Leading Artillery Programmes
Learn directly from programme leads in Poland, Germany, France, Spain, and the UK as they share updates on procurement, trials, and future capability planning - giving you actionable intelligence to shape your own roadmap.
Hear First-Hand Lessons from In-Conflict Nations
Understand how operational feedback from Ukraine and other active theatres is influencing doctrine, training, and lethality - providing a rare opportunity to apply real-world lessons to capability development.
Explore the Future of Precision and Autonomous Fires
Discover how AI, automation, and advanced targeting systems are transforming indirect fires into a smarter, faster, and more survivable capability - through sessions led by military innovators and industry R&D leaders.
Engage with Key Stakeholders Driving Ammunition Resilience
Join discussions on scaling production, securing supply chains, and standardising munitions across NATO - critical for ensuring readiness and interoperability in high-intensity conflict.
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