May 11 – 14, 2026   |   Education May 12 – 14, 2026   |   Exhibits Detroit, MI   |   Huntington Place

Return With a Plan and Leave with Momentum.

You’ve experienced XPONENTIAL, and you know the value of having the whole autonomy ecosystem in one place. In 2026, we’ve sharpened the experience for returning attendees with more targeted programming, implementation-focused dialogue, and better paths to real decisions and next steps.
 

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Built for Your Second Year

You already know what XPONENTIAL is. Use what you learned last year to take your experience further utilizing what we’ve elevated for 2026, including:

  • More curated, role-specific sessions so you can spend time engaging on what matters to you
  • Government-led roundtables focused on real-world implementation
  • Expanded defense integration through MDEX to deepen mission driven connections
  • Interactive formats built for action- workshops, working sessions, and curated networking that moves decisions forward

If last year was discovery, this year is momentum- with more built-in to help you capitalize on it.
 

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Choose Your 2026 Experience

You’re not returning to repeat the week. You’re returning because XPONENTIAL 2026 is built to help you convert access into outcomes.

The question isn’t whether to attend, it’s how to engage.

Complete access. Smart planning. Full ecosystem visibility.

Complete access. Smart planning. Full ecosystem visibility.

Your pass includes:

  • Access to the XPO Hall and daily keynotes
    Experience the full autonomy ecosystem across air, ground, maritime, digital, and enabling technologies. New for 2026, the week begins with a keynight, a Monday evening Keynote and Networking Reception, bringing the community together before the show floor opens and setting momentum for the days ahead.
  • Curated workshops, and breakout sessions
    More targeted and role-specific in 2026, sessions focus on real-world implementation, cross-domain integration, and practical next steps. Interactive formats and government-led dialogue move conversations from theory to execution.
  • Networking events across the full autonomy ecosystem
    Connect with operators, OEMs, government leaders, and investors through built-in receptions, structured meetups like Collaborate over Coffee, and app-powered one-to-one scheduling. Designed so introductions lead to real follow-up and measurable progress.
  • Access to the XPONENTIAL 2026 App for scheduling and on-site planning
    Use intelligent matchmaking to identify the right people and sessions in advance. Build a focused agenda, schedule meetings early, and arrive with a clear plan to maximize your time.

Build your agenda. Book meetings early. Arrive prepared.

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Recommended for Returning Attendees

Private access. Executive focus. Strategic advantage.

The VIP Pass includes everything in the Full Conference Pass, plus:

  • Exclusive access to the VIP Club
  • Reservable private meeting rooms for strategic conversations
  • Dedicated lounge space away from show floor traffic
  • Complimentary continental breakfast and lunch
  • Enhanced AI-powered matchmaking through the XPONENTIAL 2026 App

The Full Conference Pass helps you navigate the ecosystem.

VIP helps you shape it.

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The Industry Returns Here to Move Forward

Each year, the autonomy industry returns here to align on what happens next. The conversations you started last year are moving into implementation, and next steps are being set.

Progress compounds for those in the room when strategy sharpens, and partnerships advance.

You are not returning to repeat the experience. You are returning to strengthen your position as the market moves forward.
 

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