Overview 

RUSI invites you to a debate exploring the proposition that maritime warfare is undergoing a fundamental transformation. As emerging technologies – from autonomous systems and uncrewed platforms to AI-driven decision-making and novel weapons – challenge traditional concepts of naval power, our debate will assess whether these developments constitute a true revolution in warfare or a more incremental evolution. 

Join leading voices from the academic, industrial and military communities as they examine whether the character of war at sea is set for a profound change. 

The debate will be followed by a reception and an opportunity to continue the discussion informally. 

Panellists 

  • Professor Alessio Patalano, King’s College London 
  • Professor James Bergeron, Allied Maritime Command 
  • Admiral Nick Hine, Babcock International Group 
  • Cdr Andrew Livsey, Royal Navy 

Judges

  • Professor Geoffrey Till, KCL
  • Dr Kevin Rowlands Director, Royal Navy Strategic Studies Centre

This event will be chaired by Matthew Savill, Director of Military Sciences at RUSI.

Joining Instructions  

This event is open to all members and will take place at RUSI, 61 Whitehall, London, SW1A 2ET. If you have any questions regarding this event, please email rusievents@rusi.org. 

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