ADM Congress 2018

The ADM Congress, held every February and now into its 15th year, is Australia's only Canberra-based annual Defence conference.

This pre-eminent gathering features keynote addresses from the Minister for Defence, the Chief of the Defence Force, Chiefs of both the Army and Navy, and the Deputy Secretary and First Assistant Secretary from the newly created Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group.

Budgetary analysis will be provided by ASPI, and industry perspectives will be delivered by CEOs of the nation's leading defence suppliers.

  • Organised by: Informa Australia
  • Contact name: Paul Towle (Sponsorship and Exhibition)
  • Phone: +61 2 9080 4422
  • Email: paul.towle@informa.com.au

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March

Beyond Service is a 2½-day residential wellness retreat designed specifically for women veterans who are ready for space to breathe, reconnect, reset, and feel understood.

The Defence Industry Leadership Program has played a pivotal role in nurturing the growth of more than 370 defence industry leaders since its establishment in 2010.

To celebrate International Women’s Day 2026, we invite you to join us in person to honour women's achievements and empower one another at WDC's third annual IWD Luncheon.

EW ANZ 2026 is the Indo-Pacific’s leading event for Electromagnetic Warfare (EW), Spectrum Operations, CEMA, and Information Operations — hosted by AOC Australia.

An ADM Women in Defence and National Security Breakfast, proudly supported by IYG6 Foundation

Hear directly from senior leaders on the new Defence Delivery Agency, early insights ahead of the 2026 National Defence Strategy and Integrated Investment Program and see live project case studies.

April

Life After Service is a free, two-day, in-person wellbeing program delivered by I’ve Got Your 6 Foundation (IGY6), designed for veterans and first responders navigating life beyond service.

October

The Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition has announced the 2026 edition of Australia’s largest land defence trade event will be held in Perth, Western Australia, from 6-8 October 2026. 

KADEX 2026, one of the largest defence industry exhibitions in Korea, is happening from 6 October to 10 October 2026.