Future Armoured Vehicles: Central and Eastern Europe 2026

SAE Media Group is delighted to announce the return of the 12th Annual Future Armoured Vehicles Central and Eastern Europe Conference, taking place in Prague, Czechia on 18-19 May 2026. This event is the premier meeting for armoured vehicle programme managers, military commanders, and defence industry leaders across the region
With defence modernisation accelerating across Central and Eastern Europe, the regional armoured vehicle market is projected to grow to at least £7.51 billion by 2030. This surge reflects urgent priorities for enhanced mobility, survivability, and interoperability and NATO's eastern flank strengthens in response to evolving security threats. Against this backdrop, the conference serves as a strategic platform for collaboration, enabling stakeholders to address critical challenges and shape future armoured vehicle programmes.
Over two focused days, attendees will gain actionable insights through dynamic discussions, case studies and, solution-driven sessions. Topics will span regional capability development, interoperability, and the integration of next-generation technologies to meet the demands of modern warfare. The event is designed to support continued learning and development for armoured vehicle programme managers and practitioners, ensuring they remain at the forefront of innovation.
What makes this year truly exceptional is the seniority and diversity of our speaker line-up, featuring Three Major Generals and Four Brigadier Generals from multiple nations and commands. Their presence guarantees unparalleled insights into strategic priorities, operational challenges, and future armoured vehicle programmes. Combined with exclusive briefings on battlefield digitalisation, modernisation strategies, and emerging threats, this conference offers a unique opportunity to engage with decision-makers shaping the future of armoured warfare.