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.

Discover the latest advancements in the Boxer Armoured Fighting Vehicle Programme through exclusive insights from Martyn Williams, Senior Responsible Owner of the UK Mechanised Infantry Vehicle (MIV) Programme, British Army.  

Key Highlights:

• Battlefield Trials & Production Milestones
• Modularity and Versatility
• Supporting the Land Industrial Strategy
• Future Growth & Collaboration 

Why It Matters:

The Boxer Programme represents a step-change in armoured vehicle capability, aligning with the UK’s Land Industrial Strategy and providing unmatched support for warfighters in modern and future operational environments. 

Download the full interview now and gain a comprehensive understanding of the Boxer’s progress, trials, and future vision.

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.

As the defence landscape evolves, so too must the strategies, capabilities, and technologies that underpin operational success. Ahead of the 2026 International Armoured Vehicles Conference, check out this exclusive presentation that captured the attention of senior military leaders, industry innovators, and policymakers at IAV 2025.

The featured presentation, delivered by Major General Alain Lardet, Deputy Chief of Staff (Plans & Programs) for the French Army, explores how the SCORPION and TITAN programmes are transforming France’s Land Forces. Drawing on lessons from current conflicts and future threat scenarios, he reveals how capability priorities are being reimagined to meet the challenges of high-intensity warfare. 

This is a must-read for anyone invested in the future of land warfare, defence innovation, and the evolving role of armoured vehicles on the modern battlefield. 

Prepare for the conversations, connections, and high-level insight awaiting you at IAV 2026 – and get a head start on the trends and technologies set to define the next decade of armoured warfare.

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.

We’re proud to announce that General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) will return as the Four Star Lead Partner for the 2026 International Armoured Vehicles Conference. To mark the launch of the IAV 2026 campaign, we’re giving you an exclusive opportunity to access a featured presentation from the 2025 event, providing a first look at the calibre of content and thought leadership you can expect when you join us in January. 

Featured Presentation: “AJAX – An Enterprise Delivering the Fight in the Field and Defence Industry Strength”

Presented by:

• Scott Milne, Vice President & General Manager – UK Operations, GDLS
• Chris Bowbrick, Senior Responsible Owner, Armoured Cavalry Programme, British Army
• Simon Pearson, Head of Combat Vehicles, DE&S

This exclusive presentation explores the AJAX programme’s critical role in transforming the British Army’s reconnaissance capabilities while strengthening the UK’s defence industrial base. 

Curious to know what to expect at the International Armoured Vehicles conference? Read this exclusive presentation from Lieutenant General Sir Ralph Wooddisse KCB CBE MC -  British Army, which was delivered at the 2024 conference, on How the British Army will Fight. 

Hear updates from the British Army at the 2025 conference, including an update from Lieutenant General Mike Elviss, Commander Field Army, who will be delivering the opening keynote address on Day One: Mobilising the British Army: Delivering a more productive and lethal force.

The UK, along with its allies, is playing an active role on the global stage and a key part in fighting and deterring current threats. Military forces worldwide are facing the same challenge of modernising or overhauling their fleets of armoured vehicles through sustainment, upgrades, or expansion whilst maintaining a balance between investment and capability. A vital aspect of this is international cooperation and partnerships with industry. The Armoured Vehicle Defence Acquisition Report 2025-2029 will look at:

• Global and regional trends in the armoured vehicle market
• Updates on the most significant armoured vehicle programmes worldwide
• Spending across the different armoured vehicle segments, including UGVs, tanks and other land vehicles
  

International Armoured Vehicles has the privilege in receiving this piece from David Willey, curator of the Tank Museum in Bovington, on the history of UGVs. This fascinating piece highlights how many of the challenges in the past persist today albeit in different magnitudes. A must read for Uncrewed Ground System enthusiasts everywhere.