Why Join DSEI Gateway?

FIREBREAK 2026 is designed for participants who influence, enable, or deliver defence capability and who seek clearer pathways to stronger cross-sector partnerships, improved understanding of the defence integration process, actionable approaches to accelerate technology adoption and an enhanced alignment between defence needs and industrial capacity. Become a member today and redeem an exclusive DSEI Gateway discount to the event. Speakers include: General Sir Nicholas Carter GCB CBE DSO, Strategic Advisor, Helsing Dr Keith Dear, CEO Cassi-ai, former RAF and co-author 2021 SDR Lt Col Karl Eze, CO HAC and UK Head Ondas Capital Professor Amos Fox, Arizona State University and retired US Army Lieutenant Colonel Franz Stefan Gady, Military Analyst Dr Darrell Jaya-Ratnam, CEO of DIEManalytics Brigadier Stu Nasse, Head (Land) Capability Coalitions / Drone Coalition William (Wilf) Owen, Editor of Military Strategy Magazine, technology writer and former British Army Dr Duncan Stewart, Director Sig Sauer UK Dr Ben Tallis, Head of Thought Leadership, Helsing Robert Taylor, CEO of 4GD and former Royal Marine Nicky Valentine, UK Defence Innovation Rapid Innovation Team Dr Paddy Walker, MD Leon investment group and former Royal Inniskilling Dragoon Guards For more information about the event, visit their website here:  https://www.howgatepublishing.com/firebreak

With the Digital Targeting Web promising to deliver cross-domain targeting fit for the modern digitalised battlefield, the scale and scope of the MOD’s ambitions are critical for industry to understand. Join us for this session, focused on the current challenges and examining how we can further cross industry collaboration to maximise the success of its wider integration.   Hear from: - Air Vice-Marshal Simon Strasdin CBE , Director of the Integrated Warfare Centre, CSOC Understand the single digital mission needed to deliver the Digital Targeting Web through the perspective of CSOC. Examine the technologies being considered for this and how they can be implemented across defence through integrated programmes, such as Project ASGARD and Atlantic Bastion, whilst considering the timeframes expected or milestones to meet. Attending this session means: You're up to date with CSOCs vision of the Digital Targeting Web You know the key milestone dates You're aware of potential opportunities to collaborate

Join us for this SME Clinic, focused on protecting your businesses Intellectual Property (IP) when supplying to defence. Taking place in Central London , this event features practical workshop sessions designed to better prepare SMEs and non-traditional companies for looking out for the dos and dont's, this event brings leading practitioners in the field to guide you through the basic principles, enabling your success. Attend this workshop to: Protect your business’s intellectual property when working with the MOD and across the wider defence supply chain. Learn the key do's and don'ts, common pitfalls, and what to watch out for when entering the defence sector. Gain practical insights, real-world case studies, and actionable steps to boost your chances of success in the industry. Hear from Toby McCrindle , Partner at Mishcon de Reya LLP, and his team during this tailored workshop. Take this opportunity to ask them questions on the specific challenges you have encountered or how best to navigate potential concerns that your business faces.

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