Upcoming Events & Conferences

IDEX NAVDEX is a premier defense exhibition serving as a global platform for showcasing cutting-edge defense technologies and fostering collaboration among international defense entities. IDEX has unmatched reach attracting an increasing number of decision-makers from the defense industry, government agencies, armed forces, and military personnel worldwide. As a world-leading event in the defence sector, IDEX 2025 will provide access to an extensive network of global leaders, policymakers, and decision-makers, and an opportunity to reach thousands of prime contractors, OEMs, and international delegations. IDEX 2025 will include the International Defence Conference (IDC), IDEX and NAVDEX Start-up zone, High level round table discussions, Innovation Journey, and IDEX Talks. Together IDEX & NAVDEX are essential hubs for the global defense and security communities.

Subsea Expo is the unmissable annual 3-day subsea exhibition and conference taking place at P&J Live in Aberdeen, 18 – 20 February 2025. It is completely free to attend.

The conference runs multiple parallel sessions and attracts a broad range of experts to discuss the challenges facing the industry, new and transformational technologies, AI, electrification, energy transition and the path to net zero, among other topics.

The exhibition is a quality-focused event showcasing the capabilities, innovations and cutting-edge technologies of the underwater sectors, with around 150 exhibitors and 6,000 delegates in attendance over the course of the 3-day show.

Taking place alongside Subsea Expo, the Subsea Expo Awards dinner is an opportunity to join friends, colleagues and peers in celebrating the accomplishments of the industry’s standout individuals and companies and is held at P&J Live in Aberdeen each year.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of this crucial subsea calendar event.

Organized by Total Telecom, Submarine Networks EMEA is the leading annual subsea connectivity event in the region. In 2025, the event will bring together 1,000 senior leaders from the global subsea market for two jam-packed days. In addition to offering plenty of networking opportunities, attendees will be able to enjoy insightful panels, technical presentations, workshops and cable project and connectivity hub updates.

The event is the best place to learn about the state of play for the submarine cable industry in every corner of the EMEA region. Plus, the program also includes a focus on the surrounding geographies, in particular North and Latin America.

Join us in London in February 2025 for the EMEA region’s pre-eminent subsea conference.

Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Hydrographic Society of America’s US Hydro 2025 Conference from March 17 – 20, 2025 in the charming city of Wilmington, North Carolina! The theme for the conference is the Future of Hydrography: Innovation & Access.

Join at the Wilmington Convention Center for a jam-packed agenda featuring technical papers, workshops, poster sessions, lightning talks, pier demos, exhibitor booths, social events, and more. This is your chance to be at the forefront of Innovation & Access in the field of hydrography. Connect with industry professionals, showcase your latest projects, and immerse yourself in cutting-edge technologies. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to revolutionize the future of hydrography through Innovation & Access at US Hydro 2025!

Undersea Defence Technology (UDT) is a multi-faceted three-day exhibition and conference that brings together key stakeholders from across Europe and beyond—reflecting the international interest and investment in undersea security and defensive solutions to enable the community’s desire for continuous learning and development.

The Canadian Underwater Conference & Exhibition (CUCE) will be held at the Executive Hotel Vancouver Airport, Richmond, British Columbia, Canada from 30 March to 1 April 2025.

The CUCE covers underwater/hyperbaric industries, including occupational diving, diving contractors, scientific/engineering diving, military/police/fire & rescue diving, oil & gas, ports & harbors, regulations, hyperbaric operations, construction & tunneling, and ROV, AUV & manned submersible operations. A variety of speakers will present cutting-edge technical presentations.

There are numerous value-added sponsorship opportunities and 26 exhibitor booths available.

Richmond is a thriving city known for its Asian influences. Authentically Pacific, the city is located within Metro Vancouver in close proximity to downtown Vancouver. Richmond is the site of Vancouver International Airport and sits at the mouth of the Fraser River with the coastal mountain range providing a stunning visual backdrop.

Join your colleagues and industry professionals for exhibits, presentations and networking opportunities at this unique event.

Welcome back to the 3rd annual conference on Deep Sea Minerals, in Bergen, Norway. The first two conferences saw massive attendance by representatives from the nascent deep sea mineral ecosystem, including mining companies, service companies, academia, as well as politicians, environmentalists, authorities, and people with a background in law and finance. Coupled with the need for the industry to network, share and learn from each other and the best, we are confident that another well-attended and exciting conference lies ahead of us.

Powered by the Navy League of the United States, Sea-Air-Space is the premier maritime exposition in the US, bringing together defense industry leaders and top military decision-makers from around the world to share the latest advancements in the maritime domain. With industry leading speakers and events featured across three impactful days, Sea-Air-Space is a must-attend for anyone invested in the future of US maritime strength and innovation.

The global ocean technology community will gather for Ocean Business 2025 at the National Oceanography Centre in Southampton, UK, from 8-10 April.

The event will showcase emerging technologies from new and established manufacturers and innovators. Attendees will experience live demonstrations, test equipment, and connect with industry leaders in an interactive setting.

Highlights include the renowned Training and Demonstration Programme, featuring the latest developments in autonomous vehicles and sensor technologies, and the Ocean Careers programme, a platform for students to network with potential employers and professionals in the field.

Additionally, visitors can attend a two-day conference, addressing critical industry issues, alongside on-site meetings.

Ocean Business 2025 will also host MARELEC, the world’s only conference dedicated to marine electromagnetics, with plenty of networking opportunities.

FREE Registration for Ocean Business is now live, with program details released from January.

The Oceans In Action 2025 Workshop, an in-person event featuring the marine science and technology research efforts along the Gulf Coast that transform into operational missions worldwide. Following the success of the larger, OCEANS 2023 Conference, the workshop will host presentations from locally based federal agencies, state-led initiatives, and high-tech companies. This year’s event will once again highlight the results of the Advanced Naval Technology Exercise (ANTX) vignettes that occurred in the Gulf of Mexico in 2024. In addition to the Department of the Navy, these vignettes are supported by NOAA, USM, and LSU and are the results of testing new technologies in an operational scenario.

The Conference “AI for the Oceans” is aimed at introducing Artificial Intelligence and Modern Techniques in ocean sciences, early warning, and blue economy. This conference will pave way for creating interest in interdisciplinary research areas. Artificial Intelligence empowers marine conservationists to dive deep into a new chapter of marine exploration. AI potentials can be utilized to efficiently extract energy resources, discovering new medicines, apprehending climate change, and finding endangered species. This conference will bring industry and academic experts to discuss their innovation and exploration in the ocean. This conference is the outcome of the prelude event MTS TECHSURGE “AI FOR THE OCEANS” conducted on Feb 4, 2023.

The International Partnering Forum (IPF) is the largest offshore wind and ocean renewables conference in the Americas. Hosted by Oceantic Network, IPF is where industry experts from around the world come together to transform the industry through collaboration and innovation.

At 2025 IPF, we are celebrating the momentum of the US and global offshore wind industry. Our strong and resilient industry is powering ahead, creating good paying jobs, building strong communities, and mitigating the impacts of climate change. Together, we Power ON.