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The 2027 International Armoured Vehicles Conference is returning for its next edition, bringing together senior military leaders, defence experts, and industry professionals from across the global armoured vehicles community.

Across three days, IAV 2027 will explore the evolving requirements of battlefield mobility, from the lessons emerging from current conflicts to major modernisation and acquisition programmes shaping the future of land forces.

The agenda will feature high-level plenary sessions alongside focused track discussions covering firepower, vehicle protection, combat logistics, and the application of emerging technologies to land operations, examining how armour must evolve to meet the demands of the modern battlefield.

View the official 2027 agenda to explore the full programme and discover what to expect at IAV 2027 >>

Planning for IAV 2027 (19–21 January, Farnborough, UK) is already well underway, and we're excited to release an early preview of what's in store.

Our brand-new 2027 Audience Brochure gives you an exclusive first look at the conference, including the evolving agenda, early confirmed speakers, and the topics shaping the next generation of armoured capability.

Download the 2027 Audience Brochure today and be among the first to see what's planned for January.

The IAV 2026 Post Show Report not only captures the key discussions and insights from the world's premier armoured vehicles conference, but also reflects the scale and success of this year's event. Bringing together 1,600+ attendees from 55+ nations, alongside senior military leaders, procurement authorities, and industry experts, the conference reinforced its position as a leading forum for collaboration across the global armoured vehicles community. Inside the report, readers will find summaries of major keynote briefings, country-by-country programme updates, and analysis of the trends shaping modern land warfare - from AI and digitisation to counter-UAS, survivability, interoperability, and industrial resilience. For defence professionals and industry stakeholders alike, it provides a concise but valuable overview of the conversations, technologies, and strategic priorities defining the future of armoured capability.

What are the world's armed forces prioritising as they modernise, upgrade, and transform their armoured vehicle fleets? 

At International Armoured Vehicles 2026, senior military leaders from across the global armoured community shared their perspectives on the capability requirements, procurement priorities, operational challenges, and force transformation initiatives shaping the future fight. 

This exclusive infographic pack captures key insights from selected speaker sessions, offering a concise snapshot of the modernisation priorities discussed at the 2026 conference. 

Download your copy today to explore the key requirements shaping future armoured fleets.

Now is the perfect time to see who was in the room at International Armoured Vehicles 2026. The 2026 Attendee List provides a snapshot of the organisations and senior job titles represented at the conference, from Chiefs of Army Operations and Heads of Platform Development to Directors of Ground Combat Solutions. 

This attendee snapshot reflects the calibre of decision-makers and technical experts that make IAV's the premier forum for collaboration across the armoured vehicles ecosystem, many of whom regularly return year after year to stay connected to the latest operational requirements and technological advancements.

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.