Developing the future of undersea defence capabilities   

UDT is the leading event for undersea defence technology, with a significant exhibition and industry experts speaking at our technical conference. It is the essential platform for advancing global maritime defence.

Attendees benefit from unparalleled networking opportunities, innovative conference content, and a focused exhibition displaying the latest in AI (Artificial Intelligence), autonomous systems, and advanced technologies in the underwater domain.

Interested in joining us in London, United Kingdom on 14-16 April?

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Connecting Leaders in Undersea Defence 

UDT offers a unique chance to connect with key stakeholders, explore innovations from major prime manufacturers, and discuss advanced technologies in undersea defence.

Attendees benefit from detailed insights from leading researchers and industry experts, engage with specific companies and organisations, and participate in discussions on critical` topics such as autonomous systems, anti-submarine warfare, mine counter measures and more. 

Technical Conference

As the only undersea defence technology event with a highly technical conference, UDT addresses the evolving needs of attendees.

For 2026, participants will gain more insights on autonomous and unmanned systems, agility and innovation, as well as on defence sector's need to adapt to emerging threats and changing environments.

The sessions will cost prolific figures from the defence world, such as NATO representatives, leading companies, and military end users.

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Specialist Exhibitors

Explore the latest undersea defence technologies from leading suppliers such as Anschutz, Babcock, BAE Systems, Kongsberg and SAAB.

Exhibiting at UDT 2026 offers endless opportunities to engage with innovations in artificial intelligence (AI), autonomous and unmanned systems, as well as underwater technologies, and connect with key industry and military stakeholders.  

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Networking Opportunities

UDT 2026 brings the networking event onsite at Excel London to ensure all attendees have the opportunity to connect and enjoy their afternoon with peers. This event offers a valuable chance to build meaningful relationships and strengthen connections within the defence community.

The networking event will take place on Day 2 of the show, featuring an afternoon drinks reception for all attendees. Several exhibitors will also host their own receptions to further encourage networking and new connections.

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B1

85%

of attendees welcomed the multiple opportunities to network

B2

88%

of visitors stated they were able to meet their primary objective

Host Nation

55%

of total attendees were from the host nation

Countries

47

Countries in attendance

Speakers

Benefit from insights shared by industry-leading experts on trending topics such as Artificial Intelligence, Sonar Technology, and Advanced Training Methods. Attendees will also have the chance to hear from prominent country-specific representatives.

More information will be updated shortly.

Exhibitors

Engage with cutting-edge exhibitors from leading Submarine & Sonar companies, AI innovators, and Defence sectors. Discover the latest advancements in AI, Machine Learning, and Autonomous Systems that are shaping the industry.

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Conference Topics

Stay ahead with in-depth discussions on Artificial Intelligence, Underwater Technologies, and future industry trends. Learn about the latest innovations and solutions addressing key challenges within the sector.

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