INTEGRATING UNMANNED & AUTONOMOUS
SYSTEMS ACROSS THE BATTLESPACE
03 - 04 December, 2025 | Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington, London, United Kingdom
INTEGRATING UNCREWED & AUTONOMOUS SYSTEMS ACROSS THE BATTLESPACE
As the global security landscape continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, the need for smarter, faster, and more resilient defence technologies has never been more urgent.
From the frontlines of today’s volatile geopolitical conflicts to the innovation labs driving next-generation capabilities, uncrewed systems—both aerial (UAS) and ground-based (UGV)—are transforming the modern battlefield.
Uncrewed and Autonomous Systems 2025 will bring together military leaders, government representatives, tech innovators, and industry experts to explore how AI, digital infrastructure, and autonomous platforms are shaping the future of defence.
This conference is built for professionals across defence, government, and industry who are ready to connect with key stakeholders, discover cutting-edge advancements, and play an active role in advancing uncrewed and autonomous capabilities.
Featured Speakers
Major General James Illingworth
Advisor
British Army
Brigadier General Michael B. Janisch
Director, Armaments and Defence Technology Agency
Austrian Armed Forces
Colonel Jan Mazal
Chief of the Military Robotics Department
Czech Defense University
Colonel James Howard
Portfolio Leader - Land Combat Vehicles
DE&S - UK MOD
Arbo Probal
UAS Program Manager
Estonian Air Force - Fighter Squadron
Lieutenant Colonel Pierre Casanova
Autonomous Weapons Systems Capacity Officer
French Army HQ
Luke Gallantree
Senior Engineer
The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory
Lieutenant Colonel Robbie Hicks
SO1 Robotic and Autonomous Systems
British Army
MAIN THEMES INCLUDE
The Operational Integration of Uncrewed Systems
Examine how UAS and UGVs are being deployed in real-world missions, with focused case study analysis on their integration, effectiveness, and evolving role in modern operations.
AI, Autonomy, and the Digital Backbone
Assess how digital infrastructure enables autonomy and situational awareness, while addressing challenges such as data security, interoperability, and resilience in complex environments.
Collaboration, Interoperability, and Future Force Design:
Focus on the importance of allied cooperation, cross-domain integration, and standardization to ensure uncrewed systems can operate seamlessly across platforms and nations.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDING
Gain Operational Perspectives from the Field
Learn how UGVs and UAVs are being used in real-world missions through case studies and expert briefings. Understand the practical challenges, successes, and evolving roles of uncrewed systems in modern defence operations.
Showcase Your Innovative Technology to Military Decision-Makers
Present your uncrewed or autonomous solution to a targeted audience of defence leaders and end-users. Position your technology at the centre of discussions shaping future capability development.
Keep Pace with Rapid Technological Change
Stay informed on fast-moving developments in autonomy, AI, and digital infrastructure. Understand how continuous innovation is reshaping the landscape—and why staying ahead requires constant engagement and analysis.
Network with Global Defence and Technology Leaders
Network with military leaders, government stakeholders, and industry experts working directly with UGVs, UAVs, and autonomous technologies. Build relationships that drive collaboration, innovation, and procurement opportunities.
Highlights from Robotics and Autonomous Systems Day 2024
The Uncrewed Systems Conference was developed following the success of the Robotics and Autonomous Systems Day, which took place on Day Four at the International Armoured Vehicles Conference in January 2024. Building on this success, Defence iQ has implemented a dedicated conference poised to revolutionise military strategies, taking place at the Copthorne Tara Hotel in London on 24-25 September 2024. Check out the highlights video from the day to see what you can expect by attending the Uncrewed Systems Conference!
The highly interactive Defence Transformation conference returns for its 9th year, enabling a broad spectrum of the defence tech ecosystem to frame the emerging strategy and evaluate developing solutions that meet the needs of tomorrow’s operational environments.
Join us in London as we welcome an audience of military leaders, government officials, defence consultants, and industry experts to discuss key themes such as Adaptation & Integration, and Human-Centric Defence.
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