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Defence Sustainability Conference
Modern Warfare and the Race to Sustain Operations
2-3 March 2026 | Chatham, Kent

Registration will open shortly. If your company is interested in exhibiting, speaking opportunities, or sponsoring the dinner, please contact defence@chiefdisruptor.com or book a call.

In partnership with 

Institution of Royal Engineers

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Join us for a dynamic two-day conference exploring the impact of the Strategic Defence Review 2025 and how Defence can meet evolving engineering and logistics demands it brings in a sustainable way.

 

On day one we will set the stage by examining where UK Defence is today and how the Strategic Defence Review 2025 positions Defence for the future, before tackling the immediate challenges and strategies for the next 5–10 years. On day two, we will shift focus to innovation, looking at how the home estate can build resilience and readiness for potential conflict, and look ahead to what skills and knowledge Defence needs to stay ahead while continuing to deliver.

 

With thought leaders from academia, Defence, and industry sharing insights, this event promises practical solutions and forward-thinking strategies. A post-event summary paper will capture key takeaways to help shape the path forward.

Strategy
DAY ONE

Morning Sessions:
Where we are, where we are going: what world is Defence operating in now and how has the SDR set us up to deal with it?

Afternoon Sessions:
Challenges and how we can address them now and over the next 5-10 years.

Strategy
DAY TWO

Morning Sessions:
How can we use the home estate to innovate and build resilience to exploit in case of war?

Afternoon Sessions:
How do we get head of the game, what do we need to learn, how do we learn while delivering?

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