Defence iQ Announces return of C4ISR Global 2026 in Collaboration with Space Operations.
London, UK – Defence iQ is proud to announce the return of C4ISR Global, taking place 6-7 May 2026 at Hilton Syon Park, London, in official collaboration with Space Operations.
C4ISR Global 2026 unites global decision-makers, programme managers, intelligence innovators, and C4ISR experts. The event brings together senior leaders from defence, government, industry, and academia to shape the future of multi-domain operations, highlighting the growing importance of space-based assets in intelligence innovation and multi-domain superiority, as this year’s focus is on Space Operations.
View the concept agenda here:
https://www.defenceiq.com/events-c4isrglobal/agenda-mc?utm_source=Epicos%20PR%201%20(C4ISR%20Global%20+%20Space%20operations)&utm_medium=Advertising&utm_campaign=23041.013%20-%20Epicos%20PR%201%20(C4ISR%20Global%20+%20Space%20operations)&utm_term=&utm_content=&disc=&extTreatId=7625245
‘An excellent event that provided an up-to-date overview of the current challenges and trends in space operations’ - Head of Technical Logistic Branch, Italian Space Operation Command, Space Operations Summit 2025
Key themes for 2026 include:
- Data Integration and Analytics:
Unlocking the potential of ISR data through advanced analytics, driving precise decision making.
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning:
Leveraging AI and Machine Learning for predictive analytics, decision support, and autonomous systems.
- Enhancing ISTAR Capabilities through Autonomous Platforms:
Real-world operational insights into how uncrewed systems are transforming intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance.
- Cyber Resilience in Multi-Domain Operations:
Integrating capabilities across land, air, space, and cyber domains to enhance situational awareness and operational effectiveness.
- Space Operations:
Enhancing satellite communications, navigation, and surveillance to support global operations.
- Digital Transformation in Defence:
Aligning with the UK STR's vision significant investment into an advanced 'Digital Targeting Web'
Early confirmed speakers include:
- Vice Admiral Dr Thomas Daum, Chief of the Cyber and Information Domain Service, Bundeswehr
- Air Vice-Marshal Mark Ridgway, Assistant Chief of the Defence Staff, Futures & Force Design, (ACDS (F&FD))
- Major General Pascal Legai, Senior Secuity Advisor, European Space Agency
- Major General Devin Pepper, Deputy Chief of Staff, Strategic Plans and Policy (DCOS SPP), NATO HQ
- Brigadier Matthew Birch, Land ISTAR SRO, British Army
- Brigadier General Brendan Cook, Director General Air and Space Force Development, Royal Canadian Air Force
- Alec Bain, Senior Principal C2 Analyst, DSTL - UK MoD
- Colonel Sylvian Debarre, Director, NATO Space CoE
- Deven J. Lowman, Director of C4 & Missile Defense, Strategic Space and Intelligence Office, OUSD A&S
And many more to be confirmed.
With over 350+ strategic decision makers from over 30 allied nations attending, the conference promises to be the unparalleled platform for collaboration across the global C4ISR community.
Stakeholders are encouraged to review the concept agenda and early confirmed speaker lineup here:
https://www.defenceiq.com/events-c4isrglobal/agenda-mc?utm_source=Epicos%20PR%201%20(C4ISR%20Global%20+%20Space%20operations)&utm_medium=Advertising&utm_campaign=23041.013%20-%20Epicos%20PR%201%20(C4ISR%20Global%20+%20Space%20operations)&utm_term=&utm_content=&disc=&extTreatId=7625245
Past attendees have praised the event for its impact and networking value:
“These events have the opportunity to bring everyone together. The only way we are going to succeed in the future is by working as a whole community to address these issues.”
- General Sir Jim Hockenhull, Commander, UK CSOC
“C4ISR has been one of the most successful events for us. Over the past couple of years, we’ve received amazing leads that have turned into new business, as well as great relationships that have emerged from the event. It’s been a fantastic opportunity, focused on a very specific domain, which is ISR. We feel very lucky and blessed to be a part of it.”’
- Saana Saadani Keller, Head, Aviation and Maritime Business Development, Viasat
“It’s a fascinating environment that brings together industry, research and development, government, and military. Having so many senior people in one place over two days leads to rich outputs and partnerships. Creating those collaborations and opportunities is a powerful feature.”
- Matt Roper, Chief, Joint Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance, NATO Communications & Information Agency
For interested parties, secure your place early, as interest continues to build across the global defence community. Register here:
https://www.defenceiq.com/events-c4isrglobal/srspricing?utm_source=Epicos%20PR%201%20(C4ISR%20Global%20+%20Space%20operations)&utm_medium=Advertising&utm_campaign=23041.013%20-%20Epicos%20PR%201%20(C4ISR%20Global%20+%20Space%20operations)&utm_term=&utm_content=&disc=&extTreatId=7625245
If you’re interested in showcasing your company's solutions at C4ISR 2026, we have opportunities for speaking, branding, and exhibiting through our strategic sponsorship packages. You can learn more here, or please get in touch, and we can schedule a time to connect.
Learn more here - https://www.defenceiq.com/events-c4isrglobal/opportunities?utm_source=Epicos%20-%20Spex%20-%20PR%201%20(C4ISR%20Global%20+%20Space%20operations)&utm_medium=Advertising&utm_campaign=23041.013%20-%20Epicos%20-%20Spex%20-%20PR%201%20(C4ISR%20Global%20+%20Space%20operations)&utm_term=&utm_content=&disc=&extTreatId=7625246
Get in touch - mailto:partner@defenceiq.com?subject=C4ISR%20-%20Sponsorship%20enquiry
Event Details
C4ISR Global 2026
6-7 May 2026
Hilton Syon Park, London
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