From the strategic level down to the tactical, efficient, and clear communications are key to operational success. The fast pace of modern warfare requires agile, highly adaptable forces capable of rapid movement whilst maintaining a consistent communication and situational awareness capability. Interoperability is also becoming increasingly important to ensure seamless command and control within a multinational coalition, especially given the...

The market for drones and UAVs has grown exponentially and the demand for these indispensable capabilities has led to further development and advancement of their technical abilities. Returning for its sixth successful year, SMi Group are delighted to host their highly anticipated UAV Technology conference, which returns to London this September. This is the leading international forum dedicated towards exploring the development of UAV program...

SMi Group are delighted to announce that the 15th Annual Defence Exports conference will convene on 15th and 16th September 2021 in London, a prime location for international defence trade. As one of the leading global defence exports conferences, this meeting will provide an unparalleled opportunity for industry professionals and government officials to discuss global defence trade compliance in depth. There is a need for effective strategies...

To protect the health and safety of attendees, this event has been rescheduled due to COVID-19 concerns. New Dates: 3/17-3/18/2021 Discover the real value of 5G with the 5G Expo Global, 17-18 March 2020 at the Olympia London, UK. Join us for top level 5G content, discussion and dedicated networking opportunities across 5 co-located events plus a free-to-attend expo. Find out more and register here for free: https://gateway.iottechexpo.com/glob...

This event is now postponed to November 17-18, 2021 Social media has become an indispensable communication channel in civilian society, and the military sector is no different. It can be used as a platform for information and recruitment purposes, fulfil a welfare function for personnel keeping in touch with family and friends, and as a strategic communication tool for opinion-forming and psychological operations. Social media offers fast, dir...

In today’s complex and ever-changing strategic landscape, the demand for secure, consistent, and increased situational awareness continues to grow. As a decisive and indispensable tool, air-based ISTAR is increasingly relied upon to deliver tactical data and actionable intelligence for commanders, as well as deliver effective strategic deterrence. SMi Group are pleased to announce the return of the annual Airborne ISR conference, taking...

UAV Technology 28th – 29th September 2020 London, UK http://www.uav-technology.org/govevents Unmanned aerial systems are increasingly taking their place as indispensable assets to the modern military: whether as long range ISR assets, remote combat UAS, soldier-launched tactical systems, or “wingmen” for manned aircraft, UAVs are now a reality of warfare. With this in mind, SMi Group proudly presents the 5th annual UAV Techno...

To protect the health and safety of attendees, this event has been canceled due to COVID-19 concerns. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and Office of Foreign Assets Controls & Embargoes (OFAC) Explained - complete with the latest updates on Export Control Reform (ECR) as they apply to NON-US COMPANIES: This seminar series provides both novice and experienced export compliance profess...

Rapid technological advances are changing the way maritime forces utilise and manage information. Achieving operational effectiveness and “Information Advantage” is now more vital than ever to the success of any navy. For this reason, major nations, such as the UK and US, have already established potent cyber formations, such as the US Navy’s dedicated 10th fleet. With this in mind, the two-day event will focus on the strateg...

SMi’s 5th annual Future Armoured Vehicles Survivability conference and Active Protection Systems Focus Day will return to London between the 12th- 14th November 2019! As the only armoured vehicle conference dedicated to the area of survivability, the 2019 event will gather programme managers, capability directors, and commanders from the military, and senior engineers, chief scientists, and platform managers from leading solution provide...