The 26th annual International Armoured Vehicles Conference (20-22 January 2026, Farnborough International Exhibition Centre, UK) has gained a reputation as the world’s premier international meeting ground for all elements of the armoured community.

While the full agenda is still in development, you can explore the key themes shaping next year’s discussions, meet the first wave of confirmed expert speakers, and get a glimpse of the unique networking opportunities that await. From cutting-edge insights to meaningful connections, the 2026 edition promises to be our most forward-looking and impactful gathering yet.

Stay tuned as we continue to reveal more speakers, sessions, and highlights in the months ahead.

The International Armoured Vehicles Conference (IAV) celebrated its landmark 25th edition in 2025, welcoming our largest attendance to date with 1,300+ attendees from over 60 nations. As the definitive global forum for the armoured community, the event brought together senior military leaders, procurement officials, and industry innovators for three days of high-level discussion, collaboration, and technology showcase.

Set against the backdrop of global conflict and rapid technological evolution, this year’s conversations centred on battlefield insights from Ukraine, the accelerating demand for modernisation, and the integration of advanced technologies into future force structures.

With the move to Farnborough International Exhibition Centre, IAVC entered a new era, offering an enhanced experience through a larger, fully integrated exhibition and immersive networking environment.

Download the official 2025 Post-Show Report to uncover:

• Key themes and insights from the 2025 event's sessions
• A breakdown of attendee demographics and industry representation
• Highlighted technologies and featured vehicle displays
• How the event is setting the tone for IAVC 2026

Join us again on 20–22 January 2026, as we return to Farnborough to continue these vital conversations and shape the future of armoured vehicle operations in multi-domain environments.

The International Armoured Vehicles Conference is the world’s leading event for the armoured vehicles community, bringing together industry leaders, government officials, and military decision-makers. The 2025 conference convened an unparalleled network of professionals who are actively shaping the future of armoured warfare and defence technology.

Download the 2025 Attendee List to see who attended - from Chiefs of Army Operations and Heads of Platform Development to Directors of Ground Combat Solutions. The attendee list features senior figures from across the industry – the very people driving advancements in operational effectiveness and cutting-edge technology.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the next edition – download the attendee list now and see the calibre of leaders who attend the world’s premier armoured vehicles conference.