Apex Defense focuses on key areas such as air and missile defense systems, radar technologies, AI-enabled defense solutions, and multi-domain operations.

The event features high-level panels, technical briefings, closed-door B2B meetings, and product/solution exhibitions. Government officials, representatives from the U.S. Department of Defense, NATO stakeholders, prime contractors, SMEs, and innovative startups convene in Washington DC. Its location provides direct access to policymakers and strategic defense decision-makers.

Sectors of Participating Companies

• Defense and Aerospace Industry
• Air and Missile Defense Systems
• Radar and Sensor Technologies
• Electronic Warfare and Cybersecurity
• Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems
• Space and Satellite Technologies
• Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR)

Importance for the Defense Industry

• Serves as a key platform for discussing future defense doctrines of the U.S. and allied nations.
• Addresses air and missile threat countermeasures based on current and emerging conflict environments.
• Offers critical opportunities for companies seeking access to the U.S. defense market and NATO supply chains.
• Showcases next-generation radar systems, sensor fusion, and AI-driven defense technologies.

Number of Companies at the Previous Event

The previous Apex Defense event hosted over 120 defense and technology companies.

Key Highlights of the Previous Event

• High-level panels on integrated air and missile defense architectures
• Launches of next-generation AESA radar solutions
• Announcements of multi-domain defense cooperation among allied countries
• Strategic partnerships between startups and prime defense contractors