IAV (UK) brings together military officials, defence industry leaders, system integrators, and technology providers specializing in armoured land platforms. The event covers main battle tanks, armoured personnel carriers, tracked and wheeled vehicles, active and passive protection systems, sensors, command-and-control solutions, and digital battlefield integration.

Conference sessions address the evolving role of armoured vehicles in modern warfare, hybrid threats, urban combat, mine/IED protection, and crew survivability. Alongside the conference, the exhibition area allows companies to showcase their latest products, solutions, and prototypes. IAV serves as a key meeting point between decision-makers and the global defence industry.

Sectors of Participating Companies

• Defence and aerospace industry
• Armoured vehicle manufacturing
• Weapons and ammunition systems
• Active and passive protection systems
• Radar, electro-optical, and sensor technologies
• Command, control, communications, and software systems
• Engines, powertrain, and mobility solutions
• Military logistics and maintenance services

Importance for the Defence Industry

IAV is a critical international platform shaping the future of land forces and armoured vehicle capabilities. It highlights next-generation armoured vehicle concepts, active protection systems, radar and sensor integration, and digital warfare solutions. The event directly contributes to the development of national and allied ground defence capabilities.

Number of Companies at the Previous Event

At the previous IAV (UK) event, more than 100 defence industry companies participated as exhibitors and sponsors.

Key Highlights of the Previous Event

• Presentation of next-generation Active Protection Systems (APS)
• Increased focus on AI-supported sensor fusion and threat detection
• Discussions on multinational and NATO-led armoured vehicle programs
• New concepts for armoured vehicles tailored to hybrid and urban warfare