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.

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.