Embrace agile and tech approaches, fast-paced development cycle and execution-focused collaborations to sustain innovation in a rapidly evolving world

In the aerospace and defense industry, innovation is not merely a competitive advantage — it is essential for survival. Amid a dynamic geopolitical landscape defined by shorter development cycles and growing technological complexity, organizations must discover new approaches to advancing research and innovation. The Marcus Evans Transforming Aerospace & Defence through Research and Innovation conference provides valuable insights into governance models, innovation cultures, and collaborative partnerships that foster accelerated development and ensure effective delivery of products in safety-critical environments.

Taking place from 26-28 January, 2026 in Berlin, Germany, this event focuses on how organizations can effectively foster a culture of innovation in a highly complex and regulated industry. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to benchmark with innovators who are pushing boundaries on the front lines of defence transformation!

Key Topics Include:

• How to Innovate in an Operationally Demanding Defence Environment
• Ukraine conflict: Are low-cost drones here to stay?
• Capital and Innovation in the new defence era
• From Complexity to Clarity: The Strategic Role of Design in Modern Defence Innovation
• Beyond Technology: How Fast Innovation Cycles and Young Minds Will Shape the Future of Defence and Aerospace
• Scalable Innovation for Strategic Impact - Europe's Role in Affordable and Scalable Air Defence

Best Practices and Case Studies from:

• Nicola Oprecht, Innovation and Technology Manager, Rheinmetall, Switzerland
• Pierre-Alain GOUJARD, Responsable programmes et partenariats, Helsing, France
• Enrico DELLA GATTA, VP Geopolitics Studies & Advocacy, Fincantieri S.p.A., Italy
• Pavel Tucek, Vice-President Innovation CSG Land Systems, EXCALIBUR ARMY, Czech Republic
• Kusti Salm, Chief Executive Officer, Frankenburg Technologies, Estland
• Moritz Hoerster, Head of Transformation and Portfolio Management, Satair, Germany

Exclusive Discount:

A €200 discount is available for Defence Industries members! For more information, please contact Ria Kiayia, Marketing Manager, Digital Media & PR at riak@marcusevanscy.com or visit the event website: https://shorturl.at/MdBwg

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