Defense Programming
Connect with military and industry leaders to shape the future of global security.
THE DEFENSE TECHNOLOGIES ZONE
10,000 square feet of innovation
The Defense Zone features more than 10,000 square feet of exhibit space, including demos of the latest military technologies in the air, on the land, and at sea.
THE HOME FOR AUVSI DEFENSE
AUVSI Defense is where military leaders and industry executives set the course for innovation to support critical missions. This specialized program equips the armed services and their partners with the information and relationships they need to meet constantly shifting threats around the globe.
The 2025 event series will feature high-ranking officials, industry thought leader and program managers from all branches of the military and public security agencies, exploring the most critical issues surrounding the incorporation of uncrewed/unmanned technologies, including:
- Replicator
- Multi-domain rapid, safe, technology evolution and integration
- The optimization of manufacturing and supply chain capacity
- Acquisition reform
- Procurement and funding
- Strategic competition
- Industry-government collaboration.
Visit the Defense Technologies Zone's dedicated educational theater to hear from business, military, and academic leaders and participate in the second AUVSI Defense event of the year. The event is open to XPONENTIAL full conference pass holders, as well as uniformed personnel with a complimentary XPO Hall Pass. Restrictions may apply.
SPECIAL XPONENTIAL REGISTRATION CATEGORIES
Onsite | Uniformed Military and First Responders
Members of the military and first responders who register in person while wearing their uniforms will be granted a free XPO Hall pass. The registration personnel at the onsite desk will issue this pass. Those in uniform from the military and first responder community will also be able to attend the AUVSI Defense Theatre on the exhibition floor. Please note that this complimentary pass cannot be obtained online.
Government + Military
Government and Military rates are available to U.S. Federal, state, local, and tribal government employees, to include active-duty members of the military. To register under this category, you must have a valid .gov, .mil, or .org email address. Non-U.S. or Allied Governments may attend under this category as well. Registrants may be required to show their credentials, government employee ID, or military ID.
Please note, contractors do not qualify for government registration and must register under the standard VIP, Full Conference, or XPO Hall Pass.
