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Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition

The Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition is the region’s premier event for the land defence sector, connecting Australian and international defence, industry, government, academia, and technology leaders in support of national and regional security.

Held biennially over three days, Land Forces is a dynamic platform for engagement, featuring a comprehensive international industry exhibition, a specialist conference program with presentations and symposia from leading defence institutions, and extensive networking opportunities.

As the land domain continues to evolve through innovation, investment, and strategic partnerships, Land Forces provides a vital interface for stakeholders to explore capability development, supply chain integration, and future force design.

Indian Ocean Defence & Security Conference 2026 (IODS)

The Indian Ocean Defence & Security (IODS) 2026 Conference and Exhibition is a strategically focused international defence and security event designed to facilitate high-level engagement on shared regional challenges, capability development, and sovereign industry growth.

The three-day program features senior-level conferences and symposia, an international industry exhibition, delegation engagement, B2B networking, industry briefings, site visits, workforce development and careers programs.

Led by Defence West and anchored in Perth, the event reflects Western Australia’s central role in shaping Australia’s strategic defence framework.

IODS 2026 is a trade-only event, open to professionals with direct business activity in defence, government, or related industry sectors.

DEADLINE: AMDA Innovation Pitchfest and Awards

The Innovation Pitchfest and Awards looks to provide opportunities for innovations across all Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs). This integrated approach ensures that promising ideas, regardless of their stage of development, gain recognition, support, and the opportunity to contribute to Australia’s defence and aerospace sectors.

The Innovation Pitchfest and Awards is presented in collaboration with the Defence Science Institute (DSI), the Defence Innovation Partnership (DIP) in SA, Defence Innovation Network (DIN) in NSW, Defence Science Centre (DSC) in WA, and Queensland Defence Alliance (QDSA).

DEADLINE: AusSRC HPC Funding Applications Close

The Australian SKA Regional Centre (AusSRC) is proud to launch the Astronomy Resources for Industry Applications (ARIA) Program, a new initiative designed to accelerate innovation through access to high-performance computing (HPC).
AusSRC is Australia’s contribution to the international SKA Regional Centre Network (SRCNet). The SRCNet will support the global flow of data and processing needed for the SKA telescopes – the two most advanced radio telescopes in the world, located in Australia and South Africa.
One of AusSRC’s goals is to support discovery and delivery of impact beyond radio astronomy. By working with industry to foster data-intensive innovations across sectors, AusSRC aims to leverage astronomy capabilities to generate broad benefits to the Australian economy and community.

The ARIA Program has been established to provide Australian start-ups and small to medium businesses with access to HPC resources to enable innovation in products and services aligned with key technical priorities.

For the 2026 inaugural funding round, AusSRC will support projects focused on:

  • Data Management
  • Data Visualisation
  • Data Compression

We are seeking applications from SMEs and start-ups that would benefit from HPC capability but face barriers accessing research-based or large-scale infrastructure schemes.

Applications are open to organisations from any industry excluding astronomy that can demonstrate how covering HPC-related expenses would directly enable innovation in one or more of the priority areas.

For a full explanation of the ARIA Program, please refer to the ARIA Program Guidelines and ARIA Program Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).

Defence Ready: Workshop Series | Demystifying Defence Supply Chains

The Henderson Alliance is pleased to offer an exclusive opportunity to attend a full day workshop facilitated by Defence and security experts De Stefano & Co in partnership with their friends at BidWrite and UBH Group.

Demystifying Defence Supply Chains, will provide a practical introduction to Australia’s defence sector and the key steps organisations need to take to successfully engage with Defence and its supply chain.

Designed for businesses looking to better understand the Defence sector opportunity, the program will guide participants through the structure of the Defence ecosystem, the expectations placed on industry, the processes involved in securing Defence work, and the emerging opportunities created by AUKUS.

WA Major Projects Conference 2026

Western Australia’s largest major projects & infrastructure conference attracting over 150 delegates each year. Topics covered – Transport, housing, health, energy & water.
Western Australia’s financial position remains exceptionally strong, with an unprecedented $38 billion infrastructure program rolling out over the next four years. This investment is transforming the state through major projects in transport, energy, housing, mining, regional development, and economic diversification.

Against this backdrop, the WA Major Projects Conference returns in March 2026 for two dynamic days of discussion and collaboration. The conference will provide a comprehensive overview of ongoing and upcoming projects across the state, while offering a high-level platform to explore WA’s infrastructure pipeline, challenges, and opportunities.

Join us and connect with key decision-makers, gain valuable insights, and be part of shaping the future of Western Australia’s infrastructure landscape.

Western Trade Coast Industry Tour – Insights, Projects and Industry

This half-day tour provides an on-the-ground overview of the Western Trade Coast, one of Australia’s most significant industrial corridors. Travelling through key locations, participants will gain perspective on the industries, infrastructure and projects shaping the region’s future.

The tour includes key locations such as the Australian Marine Complex, Westport and emerging clean energy hubs, providing real-world context to many of the projects currently driving WA’s economic growth.

Henderson Alliance | February 2026 Network & Learn

This is a key opportunity for professionals in the defence sector to connect, collaborate, and gain valuable insights in a relaxed, engaging setting. Whether you’re a returning attendee or joining us for the first time, this event is your chance to expand your network and explore new opportunities in the industry.

💳 Non-members – $50.00 each

(Limited numbers – first in)

Please note:
Please contact events@hendersonalliance.org.au for Access code to these limited tickets.

Pre-COP31 Leaders Summit: Climate, Energy & Security

Bringing together collective voices for an open dialogue on Climate, Energy and Security for a Stable Future.

The Pre-COP31 Leaders Summit: Climate, Energy & Security will host six high level policy conversations bringing together senior executives, academics, economists, scientists and regional leaders and policy experts. 

Panels:

  • COP31 Priorities & Australia’s Negotiating Role: From Global Commitments to Regional Leadership
  • Resources, Critical Minerals & Strategic Supply Chains: Mining, Materials and the Geopolitics of the Net-Zero Economy
  • Financy, Institutions & Policy Delivery: Turning Leadership and Commitments into Real-World Outcomes
  • Net Zero Pathways, Energy Systems & Security: Designing Credible Net Zero Transitions that Delivery Reliability, Affordability and Security
  • Climate, Energy & National Security: Energy, Infrastructure and Climate Risk as Security Multipliers
  • Climate Resillience, State Capacity & Regional Stability: Strengthening Resilience to Protect Sovereignty and Development