Military Vehicle Systems Summit 2026
A summit on military ground-vehicle modernization, from platform development to operational integration.
Gem Theatre
- Date
- November 18, 2026
- Venue
- Gem Theatre
- Location
- Detroit, MI
- Organizer
- DSI Group
TL;DR
- The summit starts November 18, 2026, at Gem Theatre in Detroit, Michigan.
- Its program addresses ground-platform modernization, including digital engineering, prototyping, readiness, and integration into military formations.
- The organizer describes an audience spanning military services, industry, and academia, including senior leaders, engineers, and acquisition professionals.
About
The summit focuses on the development and sustainment of next-generation ground platforms, with discussion of modernization, readiness, and operational integration. Its published sponsor roster includes INVISIO, Nevada Automotive Test Center (NATC), and Outback Armour.
Who you'll find in the room
Senior leaders
Senior leaders are among the audience groups identified by the organizer.
Engineers
Engineers are included in the organizer's stated audience.
Acquisition professionals
The organizer identifies acquisition professionals as an intended audience group.
Military Services
Military Services are represented in the organizer's audience description.
Industry
Industry is included in the stated audience.
Academia
Academia is included in the stated audience.
Featured speakers
12 listedMG Colin Tuley, USA
Jesse Tolleson, SES
Stephen Bowdren, SES
Dr. Peter Schihl, ST
COL Ken Bernier, USA
Col Nicholas Lozar, USMC
COL Christopher Masson, USA
Scott Bishop
HON Katrina McFarland
LTG (R) Pat O’Reilly, USA
Andrew Sierra
LTG (R) Joseph Anderson, USA
Partners on record
3 listedVenue & travel
Venue
Gem TheatreQuestions people ask
5 answeredMilitary Vehicle Systems Summit 2026 starts on November 18, 2026.
The summit takes place at Gem Theatre in Detroit, Michigan.
The stated audience includes senior leaders, engineers, acquisition professionals, military services, industry, and academia.
Its development with the National Advanced Mobility Consortium and its mix of military, industry and academic attendees make it a good place to meet program offices; those working outside ground platforms or without a defense customer will get less from it.
Defense industry conferences usually call for business casual or business attire for civilians, while active-duty personnel commonly attend in uniform. Detroit in November is cold, so a coat is sensible for getting to the Gem Theatre.
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