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

When:

30th Sep 2026 08:30 - 1st Oct 2026


Bookings:

Book

Where:

Optus Stadium, 333 Victoria Park Drive, Burswood, Perth, Western Australia, WA 6100

Registration Fees

  • RINA Member: £900
  • Non Member: £1000
  • Author: £200
  • Additional Author: £800
  • Concession (Recent Graduate and Retired): £350
  • Concession (Department of Defence / Navy): £700
  • Student**: Free

** Please note: Students registering for this event must provide a valid RINA Membership Number. If you are not yet a student member, please find details on how to join RINA here.

(All prices are ex-VAT)

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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.

 

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


 

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

    When:

    30th Sep 2026 08:30 - 1st Oct 2026


    Bookings:

    Book

    Where:

    Optus Stadium, 333 Victoria Park Drive, Burswood, Perth, Western Australia, WA 6100

    Registration Fees

    • RINA Member: £900
    • Non Member: £1000
    • Author: £200
    • Additional Author: £800
    • Concession (Recent Graduate and Retired): £350
    • Concession (Department of Defence / Navy): £700
    • Student**: Free

    ** Please note: Students registering for this event must provide a valid RINA Membership Number. If you are not yet a student member, please find details on how to join RINA here.

    (All prices are ex-VAT)

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