Warship 2026: Scaling the Fleet - Delivering Added Mass with Affordable Minor Warships

Following the success of Warship 2024, with over 230 delegates, Warship 2026 is back in Australia, bringing together international experts in naval design, engineering, and innovation. The conference will focus on delivering affordable, capable minor warships and the latest technical developments shaping future fleets.

The event attracts defence professionals, industry specialists, academics, and technology experts. Delegates will hear from leading speakers, join technical discussions, and connect with fellow professionals from around the world.

 

Event Partner:

Why Attend:

 

Warship 2026 offers a unique opportunity to engage with the forefront of naval innovation:

• Discover the latest technologies and strategies for minor warships
• Join expert-led discussions on fleet development and innovation
• Connect with defence, industry, and academic leaders worldwide
• Gain insights into trends shaping the future of naval capability

Registration:

Registration for the event will be open shortly – register your interest here and be the first to know when it is open!

Sponsorship Opportunities:

 

Warship 2026 provides a unique platform to showcase your organisation to an international audience of defence leaders, industry experts, and policymakers. Sponsorship offers high-profile visibility across RINA’s event platforms, social media, and the official conference programme.

Gain direct access to key decision-makers, position your organisation as a leader in naval innovation, and take advantage of networking opportunities with defence, academic, and industry professionals. For sponsorship or exhibition enquiries, please contact the RINA Events team at

 

Topics:

 

Topics (including but not limited to):

• Integration of Minor Warships
• Technology to improve availability
• Autonomous Systems
• Blend of crewed/uncrewed – Optionally Crewed Systems
• Lean crewing
• Tech advancement
• More sustainable build techniques

Abstracts:

Submit your abstract by 2nd February 2026 here.

 

Registration:

 

Cancellations received less than two weeks before the event cannot be accepted and are subject to the full event fee. Delegates may be substituted; however, this must be sent in writing and confirmed with the RINA Events Team. It may be necessary for reasons beyond our control to alter the content and timing of the programme. In the unlikely event that RINA cancels the event for any reason, our liability is limited to the return of the registration fee.

 

Sponsorship Opportunities:

 

RINA events provide the perfect opportunity for effective and highly targeted marketing. Sponsorship and exhibition opportunities exist for all of our events. If you have any questions regarding the event or wish to discuss the available sponsorship/exhibition opportunities, please get in touch with the RINA Events team at

 

Personal Data:

 

Please note that personal data, such as name, company, and job title will be collected and provided in the delegate list format to the event attendees. No contact details will be included in the delegate list. If you would like to not be included in the list for any reason, please inform the RINA Events Team at

 

RINA events code of behaviour:

 

The Royal Institution of Naval Architects is proud to have a diverse membership and aims for all members, guests, and attendees to enjoy their time at RINA events. Just as we expect others to treat us courteously, we should also extend courtesy to fellow members, guests, and attendees.

If any attendee at a RINA event feels that another’s behaviour towards them is unwelcome, disrespectful, or undignified, they should inform the RINA staff member or get in touch with us at

Anyone deemed to be acting discourteously towards other attendees will be asked to leave the event.

 

Filming/Photography:

 

Please note that filming/photography will be taking place at this event for promotional and archival purposes. The photographs and recordings made are likely to appear on our website and social media. If you would prefer not to be photographed please let the Marketing team know at