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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September

Register your interest to join Earth observation leaders and peers for a complimentary event focused on learning, networking, and inspiration in Bali, Indonesia.

October

ADM's Women in Defence Awards celebrate talented, determined, successful women who make a positive impact in the defence business arena, as members of Defence industry, Australian Public Service or in uniform.

An inspiring full-day event of meaningful speaking sessions, panel discussions, and tangible tools workshops.

November

The only maritime exposition of its kind within the Indo Pacific region, Indo Pacific is a critical platform for engagement where customer and industry connect and commercial maritime and naval defence suppliers promote their capabilities to decision-makers from around the world.

Redefining Security: Navigating the Future of AI, Robotics & Autonomous Systems

MilCIS is a unique opportunity for those investing in government and military communications and information systems.

October

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