Overview

Modern conflict is not only accelerating the development of new military technologies but also challenging defence organisations’ ability to rapidly integrate these capabilities into real-world operations. As forces adopt tools such as AI-enabled decision systems, autonomous platforms and advanced sensor networks, the emphasis is shifting from innovation alone to the practical implementation of technical and operational concepts. Bridging the gap between emerging technology and battlefield utility requires coordinated effort across doctrine, policy, and procurement – raising complex questions that demand collective insight.

The RUSI Military Technology Conference 2025 provides a vital platform for rigorous, cross-sector dialogue on operationalising concepts and theory on the battlefield. Bringing together experts and stakeholders from across the UK and Allied governments, armed forces, defence primes, subject matter experts and academic institutions, the event will address both the strategic dilemmas and the practical realities shaping military technology today. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of how to manage the trade-offs inherent in implementing technology strategies and how to build agile yet accountable systems that meet the demands of modern conflict.

Speakers include:

  • Charles Forte, Enterprise Chief Information Officer, Ministry of Defence
  • Dr Chris Moore-Bick, Head of Defence Science and Technology Policy, Ministry of Defence
  • Major General Zac Stenning OBE, Director Strategy, Cyber & Specialist Operations Command
  • Major General Brett Sylvia, Headquarters Army Staff, US Army
  • Seb Matthews, VP and Head of Mission Group, Adarga
  • Dr Simona Soare, Senior Lecturer, University of Lancaster
  • Jessica Dorsey, Assistant Professor, Utrecht University
  • Tabitha Bonney, UK Legal Adviser, Government Legal Services
  • Sam Cranny-Evans, Owner and Editor, Calibre Defence
  • Matthew Savill MBE, Director of Military Sciences, RUSI
  • Dr Paddy Walker, RUSI Associate Fellow

Ticket Prices

  • Standard Conference Ticket: £350.00 (+ vat)
  • RUSI Organisation Members Conference Ticket: £200.00 (+ vat)
    (You need to be a current RUSI Organisation Member Nominee to be eligible for this ticket.)
  • Military Services Concession Conference Ticket: £175.00 (+ vat)
    (You need to be serving military personnel (including foreign military) to be eligible for this ticket.)
  • Academic Institution Concession Conference Ticket: £175.00 (+ vat)
    (You need to be studying at or working for an academic institution to be eligible for this ticket.)

Attribution

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